AgBioResearch

Michigan Carrot Industry Research Priorities

Contact Person: Jamie Clover Adams (jamie@michiganasparagus.org)

Top four priorities (order not significant)

Priority

Improved weed control strategies.

1. Develop new mechanical and cultural methods of controlling weeds as well as use of existing chemicals not currently labelled for use on carrots.
2. Screen new herbicides and support product registration that will reduce the industry’s dependence on linuron.

This is a long-term priority.  The Michigan Carrot Committee has funded projects in the past to leverage outside funding.

Priority

Insect and disease management.

1. Improve the longevity and strength of carrot petioles as harvest moves later in the year.
2. Screen new chemistries and chemical combinations for improved pest control.
3. Develop criteria for extended on-farm storage.

This is a short- and long-term priority.  The Michigan Carrot Committee has funded projects in the past to leverage outside funding.

Priority

Nematode control management

1. Improved understanding and control of plant parasitic nematodes.

This is a short- and long-term priority.  The Michigan Carrot Committee has funded projects in the past to leverage outside funding.

Priority

Improved cultural practices.

1. New rotations, cover crops and management practices to improve stands and reduce effects of harmful nematodes and soil-borne diseases.
2. Lower residual N levels in processed carrots while maintaining high yields.

This is a short- and long-term priority.  The Michigan Carrot Committee has funded projects in the past to leverage outside funding.

Priority

Variety screening and development of carrot varieties for processing and fresh market.

1. Improved yields and quality characteristics.
2. Improved resistance or tolerance to Aster Leaf Hopper / Aster Yellows infectivity.
3. Improved resistance to foliar diseases.

This is a long-term priority.

Last Updated August 2024