A sweet, delicate variety of carrots Altai gourmet

Carrots are an affordable and inexpensive source of nutrients. Today we will talk about a new variety Altai gourmet. In the article you will find out why this novelty has become so popular and in demand among vegetable growers, about the features, main characteristics, unpretentiousness and yield of the presented variety.

Description of the carrot variety Altai gourmet

The Altai gourmet carrot variety is chosen for its combination of excellent taste, unpretentiousness and endurance, quick adaptation to any climate.

The novelty Altai gourmet was presented by the breeders of the Russian agricultural firm "Siberian Garden".

The creators of the variety and the owners of the patent are private farmers V. N. Dederko from Novosibirsk and S. V. Ugarova from Barnaul (Svetlana farm). The cold-resistant variety belongs to the Nantes variety and is considered one of the sweetest.

Chemical composition, trace elements and vitamins, useful properties

A highly nutritious root vegetable is considered a dietary product - only 40 kcal per 100 g. It is 89% water.

Content per 100 g:

• proteins - 17.1%;
• fat - 2.2%;
• carbohydrates - 80.7%.

There are no trans fats and cholesterol in carrots, but healthy sugar is 6-8%.

100 g of the product contains:

• 2700 mg of fiber (indigestible fiber) - has a positive effect on intestinal peristalsis;
• 8.29 mg of beta-carotene - normalizes the functioning of the organs of vision;
• 0.14 mg retinol - maintains the health of the eyes, skin and mucous membranes, has a positive effect on the sex glands;
• 0.02 mg biotin - improves protein metabolism, accelerates the regeneration of skin cells;
• 0.14 mg of pyridoxine - a growth vitamin, normalizes the nervous system, participates in the processes of hematopoiesis, increases hemoglobin, is necessary for the breakdown of fats;
• 0.07 mg of thiamine - necessary for the well-coordinated work of the nervous system, stimulates the brain, optimizes carbohydrate metabolism;
• 0.06 mg riboflavin - participates in the body's redox reactions, affects the level of red blood cells and the production of hormones;
• 0.01 mg phylloquinone - affects blood clotting, synthesizes proteins, is good for the liver;
• 5.8 mg of ascorbic acid - a natural antioxidant, protects the body from viruses and infections, regenerates tissues at the cellular level, is necessary for blood vessels and bones;
• 0.7 mg of tocopherol - a vitamin of youth, slows down cell aging, supports reproductive function, improves blood circulation, and prevents the formation of cholesterol plaques.

Carrots are distinguished by their rich mineral composition:

• macronutrients (potassium - 320 mg, magnesium - 12 mg, phosphorus - 35 mg) strengthen the walls of blood vessels, prevent their fragility, improve the condition of nails, hair, skin;
• trace elements (manganese - 0.14 mg, iron - 0.3 mg, copper - 0.05 mg) support the endocrine system, strengthen joints, and restore connective tissue cells.

A complex of phytonutrients (carotenoids, acids, lutein, anthocyanins, polyacetylenes) mobilizes the body's protective functions, enhances immunity, and protects against cancer.

Reference. In the medical works of antiquity, the healing properties of carrots are described. The ancient Greeks and Romans not only served it to the table as an exquisite delicacy, but also used it as a medicine.

Healing properties of carrots Altai gourmet:

• the most powerful antioxidant, resists the formation of malignant tumors;
• promotes weight loss, gives a feeling of satiety, gently cleanses the intestines, improves digestion;
• strengthens the retina, is invaluable for people suffering from myopia and night blindness;
• a prophylactic agent for chronic inflammation of the edges of the eyelids (blepharitis) and conjunctivitis;
• preserves women's health;
• affects blood formation, improves blood composition (reduces sugar and bad cholesterol levels), prevents the development of leukemia;
• supports the heart muscle, reduces the risk of diseases of the cardiovascular system;
• improves intracellular metabolism, has a vasodilating effect, supports the functioning of the kidneys and genitourinary system.

Application features

Due to the high content of sugar and carotene, the taste of carrots is sweet, and the color is bright and rich. With great pleasure and health benefits, Altai gourmet is consumed raw in the ripening season. The variety is suitable for baby and diet food (juices, purees).

Due to the ability to store for a long time, carrots do not lose nutritional value for 10-12 months. Therefore, the variety is suitable for freezing grated. Housewives willingly use Altai gourmet for pickles and marinades, salads with eggplant and pepper, added to caviar. Without boiling and sterilizing, it is used to prepare a universal dressing for soups and borscht.

In the summertime, the root vegetable is added to fresh vegetable salads and sweet desserts with fruits. Throughout the year, carrots are used to prepare sweet and main dishes:

• casseroles with rice;
• carrot pies;
• potato pancakes with carrots, carrot cutlets;
• squash and carrot pancakes and cakes;
• stuffed peppers and cabbage rolls;
• vegetable sauté;
• mashed soups, etc.

Lovers of spicy food use Altai gourmet for preparing appetizer salads and vegetable dishes:

• Korean carrots and tomatoes;
• Tatar appetizer;
• adjika;
• ajapsandali, etc.

Ripening period and yield

Altai gourmet belongs to mid-season varieties. The period of vegetative development of root crops averages 95-110 days, depending on the weather and climatic conditions of the region, the quality of care and feeding.

The yield of the variety is average: from 1 m² on average, up to 4.5-5 kg ​​of carrots are harvested.

Disease resistance

With the initial processing of the seed and timely preparation of the soil, regular spraying and the observance of elementary care rules, resistance to viruses and pest damage will be high.

According to its genetic characteristics, the variety is considered hardy and resistant to garden infections and insects.

Characteristics, description of appearance, taste

The aboveground part (tops) has the shape of a rosette, spreading. The leaves themselves are medium-sized, dissected in shape, bright green.

The length of the root crop is on average 20-22 cm, the average weight is 100-150 g. The carrot Altai gourmet is elongated, conical in shape with a rounded tip.

The pulp is rich orange with a red tint. There is no pronounced core.

Due to the high content of sugar and beta-carotene, Altai gourmet is gentle, sweetish in taste. During the year, the root crop does not lose its useful properties, presentation and taste.

For which regions is it suitable

In 2009, Altai gourmet carrots were included in the State Register of Breeding Achievements.

The variety was originally intended for cultivation in areas with short summers and severe weather conditions - in Siberia and the Urals. Later it was zoned for all regions of the country.

The variety is distinguished by a high level of adaptation, acclimatization goes well in any latitude of Russia.

The main advantages and disadvantages of the variety

The advantages of the variety:

• special unpretentiousness to growing conditions;
• mild sweet taste and aroma are not lost during storage;
• does not lose its commercial appeal due to the large size and rich color of the root crop;
• excellent keeping quality of the crop (does not wither, does not wrinkle).

Among the shortcomings, gardeners indicate the tendency of the Altai gourmet to shoot and flowering.

What is the difference from other varieties

Altai gourmet ripens faster than other varieties of carrots, for example, Vitamin or Queen of Autumn, but a week later than Nantes.

In terms of the length of root crops, the variety is in the lead: fully ripe ones reach 25 cm in length, which is 5-7 cm longer than Tushon and Alenka.

By weight, the variety slightly exceeds Vitamin and Tushon.

Features of planting and growing

When planting carrots, Altai gourmet take into account some agronomic nuances and care features.

Preparing for landing

Prepare the site in advance:

• remove weeds so that the grass does not clog the first shoots;
• loosen the soil;
• pickling and soaking the seed with a growth stimulator for 2-3 hours;
• in the fall, the site is fertilized with compost, manure or mineral complexes.

Ground requirements

In the heavy rocky soil, the roots of the Altai gourmet grow crooked and small. Adding river sand will help to make the soil looser.

Altai gourmet carrots are suitable for sandy loam or loamy slightly acidic soils with a fertile layer of at least 25-30 cm.

Important! The liming method for lowering the acidity of the soil is not suitable for the variety.

Predecessors

For Altai gourmet, the soil will be favorable after:

• cucumbers;
• tomatoes;
• bitter and sweet peppers;
• early cabbage;
• legumes;
• potatoes;
• onions and garlic.

It is undesirable to sow seeds in the ground where they grew before:

• celery;
• cilantro;
• dill, parsley;
• beet;
• caraway.

Timing, scheme and landing rules

Seeds are sown in open ground from mid-April to early May, depending on the region. The first shoots appear a week later at a temperature of 17-18 ° C. If the air warms up to + 12 ° C, then the seedlings will "hatch" for 15 days.

Important! The germination rate of seeds directly depends on the degree of heating of the soil cover.

Disembarkation procedure:

• cut grooves at a distance of 15-20 cm, no more than 3-4 cm deep;
• pour through a fine spray;
• plant seeds at a distance of no more than 5 cm from each other.

Growing features

To achieve a high yield of juicy and large root crops of the Altai gourmet provide her with the minimum favorable conditions:

• loosen the soil;
• water regularly;
• weed the weeds.

The nuances of care

To retain moisture, it is advisable to mulch the garden bed with hay or sawdust.

During the period of seed germination, to maintain heat exchange in the soil, the bed is covered with a film. It is periodically removed in the daytime so that the crops are aired. Also, one should not forget about seedling thinning.

Watering mode

Watering carrots Altai gourmet moderate and regular, as the soil dries... Root crops will rot in wet muddy soil. On the contrary, from a lack of moisture, the pulp will become tough and dry.

The optimal irrigation regime in areas with a temperate climate is once every 7-10 days. In cold regions where winds dry out the soil, it is important to water the crops at the initial stage of germination in small quantities daily.

The recommended soil moisture is up to 75% during the formation of root crops. For 10-14 days before harvest humidity should not exceed 60%.

Thinning and weed control

Thinning is performed in 2 stages:

• after the appearance of the first pair of true leaves - the distance between the "neighbors" is not less than 2.5 cm;
• after 3-3.5 weeks - leave the distance between the seedlings at least 5 cm.

Before the procedure, the crops are moistened so that the remaining seedlings are not damaged, after which it is advisable to mulch the garden.

So that weeds do not interfere with the growth of root crops, the beds are weeded at least 2-3 times per season. After regular watering, the earth is washed out - spud the beds in time to cover the tops of the root crops.

Top dressing

At the moment of soaking the seeds, the microbiological concentrate "Shining-1". It is also advisable to treat the soil with this solution and feed the carrots during watering. A bucket will require 1 tbsp. l. drug. The procedure is carried out once every 7-10 days.

In advance in the fall, the soil is fertilized with an aqueous solution of humus or compost. The layer of organic feeding is at least 5 cm. At the same time potash or phosphorus fertilizers are used at the rate of 10-15 g per 1 m².

After the second thinning, it is better to feed the carrots with complex fertilizers "Kemira", "Nitrofoska" containing nitrogen, potassium and phosphorus.

In cold areas, calcium sulfate is used to prevent hypothermia of seedlings.

At the time of ripening, the ground around the outlet is sprinkled with wood ash.

Important! Altai gourmet carrots are stored longer if the nitrogen content in the soil is moderate - 20% less potassium.

Disease and pest control

Fitoverm 2% refers to biological pesticides, neutralizes the soil from 20 species of insects and pests. The solution is sprayed over the aerial part during the entire growing season until the moment of harvest. The last treatment is valid for 2 days. It is advisable to process carrots in dry weather, in the morning or in the evening after sunset.

Mulch (peat, sawdust, compost) should preferably be treated with urea for disinfection purposes. Mulching will save crops from pest attacks.

A solution of "Intavir" or "Actellika" will help out from the carrot fly. For preventive purposes, for soil disinfection, spraying of the aboveground part with a solution of Bordeaux liquid is used.

During the season, it is desirable to use the biological products "Bitoxibacillin", "Lepidocid".

Harvesting and storage

It is important not to overexpose root crops in the soil and harvest in accordance with the term landing... Roots dug out in time retain nutrients and are better stored.

How and when to collect

Root crops of the Altai gourmet begin to actively gain weight during the period when the average daily temperature drops.

Collection rules:

• stop watering 10-15 days before digging out the crop;
• harvest at 7-9 ° C;
• do this only in dry weather;
• dig up the roots with a shovel, cut the tops with a knife.

Storage features and keeping quality of the variety

Root crops are sorted immediately after harvest. Next, dry them for 1 hour in a well-ventilated place. For proper cooling, carrots are stored in a dark cool room for 6-7 days.

Previously, the storage place (basement, cellar) is processed with slaked lime or a solution of copper sulfate.

Altai gourmet carrots are characterized by high keeping quality under optimal conditions:

• exclude direct sunlight;
• provide storage temperature - 3-4 ° С;
• air humidity - 90-95%.

Do not store damaged root vegetables together with whole ones.

What can be the difficulties in growing

In a darkened place, carrots grow poorly - the Altai gourmet variety loves lighted areas.

Choose a landing site that is completely open. Root crops do not fully ripen under trees and shrubs that block the sun.

Stony heavy soil is contraindicated for planting. Carrots will grow branched, deformed. Swampy, silty soils, the proximity of groundwater are unacceptable - root crops will rot.

Tips from experienced gardeners

Improving the yield and extending the shelf life will help:

• seed treatment with a growth stimulator;
• pre-fertilized, thoroughly weed-free area;
• mulching the beds will save you from spring frosts and night temperature fluctuations;
• joint planting of onions, marigolds or marigolds will protect against pests.

Reviews about the carrot variety Altai gourmet

According to gardeners, Altai gourmet is an excellent choice for those who want to harvest a rich harvest with a minimum of time and effort.

Bakurova Svetlana, Kemerovo: «I have been working in the garden for a long time. I tried the Altai gourmet and did not regret it. I am glad that the variety is picky. The harvest exceeded expectations - the carrots grew 18 cm in length. However, I used special stimulating drugs. "

Simenkova Anna, Irkutsk: “I planted the Altai gourmet without any problems (as described on the package). There were no questions or problems with leaving. The carrots grew a little less than the promised parameters, but, I confess, the site was not chosen very well. "

Storozhenko V.S., Tyumen: “Altai gourmet carrots are sweet, juicy. I did it, even though I took up the garden for the first year. Elementary care - rare watering, loosening. I recommend this variety to everyone. "

Conclusion

Altai gourmet carrot fully justifies its name. This is one of the sweetest varieties. It is unpretentious in care and cultivation, has an average ripening period, is versatile in use and has a high keeping quality. Retains useful properties, providing a vitamin reserve for the whole year.