Sugar beet FD BADMINTON

Sugar beet of the "FD Badminton" variety is a hybrid developed based on modern breeding achievements. This variety is characterized by late maturity and a growing season of approximately 145-155 days, ensuring optimal root crop maturation. The plants are of medium height with oval-conical root crops of medium length, facilitating mechanized harvesting and processing. The hybrid is distinguished by high tolerance to diseases, including resistance to root rots, cercosporosis, and nematode damage, as confirmed by multi-year trials in various regions.

The yield of the variety varies depending on growing conditions and region, averaging between 522.8 and 681 centners per hectare, with maximum indicators reaching up to 757 c/ha. The mass of a single root crop is approximately 910 grams, and the soil immersion of root crops reaches 87%, contributing to their preservation and quality. The sugar content in root crops ranges from 15.8% to 19.8%, ensuring high sugar collection—up to 102.5 c/ha—which makes this variety attractive for industrial sugar production.

"FD Badminton" is recommended for cultivation in various regions, including the North Caucasus and Volga-Vyatsky, due to its adaptability and resistance to unfavorable factors. The variety is suitable for mechanized cultivation and harvesting, reducing labor costs and increasing production efficiency. High sugar content and disease resistance make this hybrid a profitable choice for farmers seeking a stable and high-quality sugar beet yield.