Sugar beet Asketa

Stable yields in challenging conditions

When selecting a sugar beet hybrid from Syngenta, "Asketa" stands out as a practical tool for farmers who prioritize sugar yield per hectare. In real-world field conditions, this is one of those hybrids that compensates for minor agronomic shortcomings in protection, thanks to its inherent vigor and resilience.

Phytosanitary immunity

For a farm operator, resistance to disease complexes is paramount. Cercospora leaf spot is a major challenge for many, but "Asketa" maintains its foliage integrity significantly longer than competitors. This efficiency allows for savings on intensive fungicide programs, directly impacting the production cost per ton. Resistance to rhizomania and various root rots makes this hybrid a reliable solution for fields with a high disease pressure history.

The economics of sugar content

The Z-type classification confirms that you are delivering high-quality raw material to the factory rather than just biomass. A sugar content of 18–19% is a realistic, achievable figure that ensures a strong return on investment from the processor. In terms of field management, the hybrid is undemanding: it shows uniform emergence and predictable growth kinetics, which simplifies field operations. The root structure is clean and uniform, which facilitates mechanical harvesting, minimizes digging losses, and reduces post-harvest cleaning efforts.

• Type: Sugar-rich (Z) sugar beet hybrid.
• Sugar content: High potential of 18–19%.
• Disease resistance: Tolerant to rhizomania, cercospora, and root rots.
• Origin: Swiss quality standards by Syngenta.

If you are looking for a predictable outcome without end-of-season surprises, this hybrid delivers both on total volume and raw material quality parameters.