Influence of Effective Irrigation Water Usage on Carrot Root Productivity and Quality Properties in Soilless Culture

The availability of irrigation water is becoming an increasingly significant concern for crop production in urban areas of Southeast Asia, particularly in Bangladesh. To ensure optimal plant growth and development, it is essential to establish precise irrigation scheduling. Therefore, this study examines the effects of limited irrigation usage on the root quality, production, and morphophysiological features of carrots grown under soilless conditions. Irrigation treatments were in intervals of 200 mL 3-day, 250 mL 2-day, 300 mL 3-day, and 350 mL 4-day. Plants were grown on biodegradable substrates, including cocopeat, sawdust, rice husk, and a mixture of all three with 10