CARROT BREEDING IN RUSSIA

Blokhina Olga Igorevna  -  leading agronomist for testing and protection of selection achievements, Federal State Budgetary Educational Institution "Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Agricultural Academy named after K.A. Timiryazev", Russia, 127434, Moscow, Timiryazevskaya St., 49, b.blohina2016@yandex.ru

The production of carrots in Russia faces challenges, including a shortage of domestic breeding and dependence on imported seeds. There is a growing recognition of the need to develop domestic varieties and hybrids that are adapted to the country's agroecological conditions. The article presents a literature review on the state of carrot breeding in Russia and current trends. Based on the analysis, it can be concluded that successful breeding should focus on creating varieties that are resistant to local pathogens and adapted to specific conditions. The development of new carrot varieties is a key step towards ensuring stable production and meeting the needs of both farmers and consumers.

Key words: Carrot, breeding, food security, sustainable agriculture, disease resistance, pest resistance, environment