MS 908 — a mid-season hybrid of sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L. ssp. vulgaris var. saccharifera Alef), recommended for cultivation in the North Caucasus region. This hybrid is characterized by high root yield, reaching 399 centners per hectare, and sugar content at the level of 17.3%. The plants are resistant to root maggot and powdery mildew, but susceptible to cercosporosis, which should be taken into account when selecting agrotechnical measures.
Sugar beet MS 908 is an important sugar-yielding crop of the temperate zone and can be used not only for sugar production but also as a fodder crop. In 100 kg of roots, there is a significant amount of fodder units and digestible protein, making it a valuable component in animal feeding. In addition, the beet tops also have high nutritional value.
The roots of MS 908 have a cylindrical-conical shape and large size, are fully embedded in the soil, which contributes to their protection and quality. The plants form a rosette of leaves with a large number of leaflets, and the root system penetrates deep into the soil, providing good nutrition and drought resistance. For successful cultivation, it is recommended to use organic and mineral fertilizers, as well as take into account moisture and temperature requirements to achieve maximum sweetness and yield.
