Sugar beet of the Swift variety is a hybrid variety intended for sugar production. Seeds are packaged in units of 100,000 and recommended for cultivation in the forest-steppe, Polissia, and steppe zones. Optimal preceding crops for this crop are winter pea, winter wheat, and soybean. The recommended seeding rate ranges from 97,000 to 171,000 seeds per hectare, with seed placement in the soil reaching 75-85%. The root shape is broadly conical, with an average root mass of about 950 grams, facilitating ease of harvesting and transportation.
Swift exhibits high resistance to a range of diseases, including rhizomania, cercosporosis, root rot, and nematodes, making it especially valuable for fields infested with nematodes. The sugar content varies from 18.5% to 20%, ensuring high-quality juice and efficient processing. The hybrid is well-adapted to irrigation conditions and demonstrates stable root yield of up to 101 tons per hectare, making it competitive among similar varieties.
To achieve maximum yields, proper pre-sowing soil preparation is essential, as sugar beet requires uniform germination and healthy plant development. The recommended plant density at harvest is 90,000 to 115,000 plants per hectare. Storage conditions for seeds require air temperatures between +7°C and +10°C and humidity not exceeding 10%, ensuring seed viability until planting. Overall, Swift is a reliable choice for farmers aiming to achieve high-quality sugar beet yields in various agroclimatic zones.
