GROUND 2362 is a high-yield sugar beet variety, representing a biennial root crop of the amaranth family. The root has a cylinder-cone shape with a smooth surface, which facilitates harvest and reduces soil adhesion. The average fruit weight is about 700 grams, and the vegetation period lasts up to 120 days. The plant exhibits high resistance to extreme temperatures, including heat and cold, as well as to diseases such as cercospora, powdery mildew, and root rot.
The leaf rosette is semi-spreading, with medium-sized leaves and a moderately corrugated blade. The root system is taprooted, penetrating the soil to a depth of 2-2.5 meters, which promotes good plant nutrition and drought resistance. The pulp sugar content reaches 18–20%, making the variety attractive for sugar and syrup production. Additionally, sugar beet GROUND 2362 has excellent storability and transportability, which is important for crop storage and transport.
This variety is versatile in application: roots are used in the food industry for preparing borscht and kvass, as well as for technical purposes in sugar and syrup production. Moreover, the plant serves as a fodder crop with waste-free use of all parts, which increases its economic value. Thanks to its high taste qualities and resistance to unfavorable conditions, GROUND 2362 is a reliable choice for growing in open ground.
