Myrna

Carrot variety Myrna is a medium-early hybrid with a vegetation period of about two months, developed by Dutch breeders Enza Zaden. This variety is distinguished by its high adaptability to care, resistance to sudden temperature changes, hot weather, bolting, and leaf edge burn. The plant adapts well to cultivation both in open and protected ground, enabling stable yields throughout summer and autumn. The leaf rosette is upright, dark green, semi-erect, with finely to moderately dissected leaves.

Myrna carrots have conical or spindle-shaped roots with blunt bases, measuring 15 to 18 cm in length and weighing 110 to 202 grams. They exhibit a bright orange color both externally and internally, with an orange core and skin. The variety is characterized by high carotene content (up to 18.5 mg per 100 g of dry matter), dry matter (10.2–14.5%), and sugars (5.6–10.5%), ensuring excellent taste and rich vitamin content. Root marketability reaches 78–93%, and yields range from 265 to 510 centners per hectare, significantly exceeding those of standard varieties.

Myrna is recommended for a wide range of uses: fresh consumption, canning, freezing, and long-term storage up to 4–6 months. It is resistant to diseases such as alternaria and powdery mildew, as well as cracking and splitting, which simplifies cultivation and improves product quality. Due to its characteristics and adaptability, Myrna carrot is a popular choice for cultivation in various regions, including Central Chernozem, North Caucasus, and Far East.