Nutrients

N Nitrogen
P Phosphorus
K Potassium
Mg Magnesium
Ca Calcium
S Sulphur
B Boron
Cu Copper
Fe Iron
Mn Manganese

Carrots - Chlorosis

Symptoms
Young leaves show a faint, uniform light green chlorosis.

Reasons
Sulphur deficiency

Carrots - Chlorosis

Symptoms
Young leaflets show a whitish discoloration on their tips and margins.

Reasons
Sulphur deficiency Symptoms of nitrogen deficiency look similar, but occur on older leaves first.

Sulphur deficiency made worse by

  • Acidic soils
  • Light, sandy soils (leaching)
  • Low organic matter
  • Poorly aerated soils (waterlogged soils
  • ) Areas with low industrial emissions

Sulphur is important for

  • Component of enzymes and other proteins
  • Necessary for chlorophyll formation and efficient N-utilization
  • Relatively low uptake

Other recommended products

YaraMila COMPLEX
Carrots: 375 to 625 kg/ha as a base dressing
YaraVita CROPLIFT PRO
Carrot: 2.5 to 5 kg/ha. Repeat at 10 to 14 day intervals as necessary. Water rate: 200 l/ha.
YaraTera KRISTA MgS
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