Sugar Beets

Varieties:Provided by sugar beet processing companies. (Beta seed)
Planting Dates:As soon as ground thaws through the end of March
Spacing:22"
Plant Density:23,760 - 28,500 plants per acre
Bloom Date:No bloom occurs during season
Harvest Date:October through November
Irrigation Types:Rill, Sprinkler: 43 inches of water (Long growing season)
Cultural Practices:Usually 1 to 2 cultivations after planting.
A six row topper removes green foliage immediately prior to harvest.
Then they are removed from the ground with a six row digger.
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