Logan is a hybrid sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L. ssp. vulgaris var. saccharifera Alef.), representing a single-stemmed diploid hybrid on a sterile NE-type base. It belongs to the mid-early maturity group and is included in the State Register for the Central Chernozem, North Caucasus, Middle Volga, and Ural regions. It is recommended for cultivation in the Krasnodar and Stavropol regions, as well as in the Penza region. The Logan hybrid is characterized by high root yield, high sugar content, and significant sugar harvest across various regions, confirming its adaptability and efficiency under different climatic conditions.
Sugar beet Logan is a heat-loving and drought-tolerant crop, with an optimal growth and development temperature of 20-22°C, although photosynthesis proceeds successfully even at temperatures above 40°C. The plant requires adequate moisture, especially during the intensive root growth period in July-August. Due to its well-developed root system capable of absorbing water from depths up to 2.5 meters, sugar beet tolerates drought well. Seeds germinate at temperatures from +4 to +17°C, with emergence time depending on temperature. In autumn, the crop can withstand frosts down to -5°C without damaging sugar accumulation, though lower temperatures may negatively affect its development.
The Logan hybrid is characterized by medium plant height and a wide-conical, elongated root. In various regions, its yield reaches high levels, and sugar content in roots varies within 19.9-20.8%. Over years of field trials, no cases of root rot, cercosporosis, or damage by root-eating pests were observed, indicating high resistance of the hybrid to diseases and pests. These qualities make Logan a reliable and productive choice for the sugar industry.
