Fertila

Yield stability under high infection pressure

French selection from Florimond-Desprez has always prioritized comprehensive resilience, and the sugar beet variety 'Fertila' is a prime example. Unlike niche hybrids, this variety (E-type) is focused on maximizing total yield while maintaining high sugar content (18–19%), making it a reliable asset for farms operating in regions prone to intense pathogen spread.

The hybrid's phytosanitary shield

The primary challenge in sugar beet cultivation is managing soil-borne and leaf diseases. 'Fertila' stands out from competitors due to its robust genetic immunity:

• Rhizoctonia and Rhizomania: The hybrid shows consistent resistance to root rots, which are often the main cause of poor stand density.
• Cercospora and Powdery Mildew: Resistance to foliar infections helps maintain leaf area until late autumn, ensuring sustained photosynthesis and sugar accumulation.

This protection profile reduces the need for additional fungicide applications, thereby optimizing production costs.

Agronomic characteristics

The oval-conical shape of the medium-sized root is ideal for modern mechanized harvesting. It ensures minimal losses during lifting and excellent cleaning from soil particles, which is critical for reducing impurity percentages at the sugar factory. 'Fertila' is the optimal choice for farmers seeking a balance between high yield potential and technological efficiency, avoiding the risks associated with weather-induced stress or high disease pressure.