The evaluation of figs (Ficus carica L. sarilop) growed at different altitudes in terms of plant nutrition

Objective: It is aimed to compare the nutritional status of the dried fig "Sarılop" (Ficuscarica L.) with its soil fertility, which is grown at different altitudes in Aydın. Material and Method: Altitudes were examined in 5 altitude groups; (0-200), (200-400), (400-600), (600-800), (800-900) increasing in 200 meters. İn each altitude group, there are 3 replications in which 3 trees at full yield age are accepted as 1 replication in 3 different "Sarılop" producer gardens. The physical and chemical properties of the soils taken from 0-30 and 30-60 cm depths for 2 years, and the analyzes of plant nutrients were made in the leaf samples taken at 4 different phenological stages in the 2020 production season, and the quality characteristics and shoot development of fresh and dried fruits were examined. Results: The Organic matter content of the soils was found to be very little and little. There are soil reaction differences between altitudes; alkaline reaction is dominant at lower altitudes and acid reaction is dominant at higher altitudes. It has been observed that trees cannot be fed mostly with Nitrogen (N), Calcium (Ca), and Zinc (Zn) at altitudes. Conclusion: It has been determined that the development, growth, yield and quality characterictics of sarılop are significantly affected by altitude differences, physical and chemical properties of large soil groups. In order to ensure adequate shoot development, it is recommended to use basic fertilization programs that will support soil fertility at altitudes and supplement organic resources, zinc, nitrogen and calcium in elemental balance. Key Word: Dried Fig, Different Altitudes, Different Groups of Soil, Plant Nutrition