TERRAPIN SMART — a sugar beet hybrid recommended for cultivation in the Republic of Bashkortostan. This mid-late maturing variety is characterized by an average root mass of about 372 grams and high yield, reaching 335 centners per hectare. Sugar content in the roots is 18.8%, making this hybrid attractive for sugar production. Medium-height plants have leaf blades with medium glossiness and wrinkling, indicating good adaptation to growing conditions. Additionally, the hybrid is resistant to ALS-inhibitor herbicides, facilitating weed control and reducing protection costs.
Sugar beet, in general, is a warm-loving and heat-tolerant crop, with an optimal temperature for growth and development of 20-22°C, although photosynthesis effectively occurs even at temperatures above 40°C. From the earliest days of life, the plant requires adequate moisture, especially during the intensive root growth period in July-August. Water deficiency may lead to increased nitrogen content in the roots, negatively affecting product quality. Thanks to its well-developed root system capable of absorbing water from depths up to 2.5 meters, sugar beet exhibits good drought tolerance. Seeds germinate within a wide temperature range of +4 to +17°C, with emergence time depending on soil temperature. During the autumn period, the crop can withstand frosts down to -5°C without damage to sugar accumulation, though lower temperatures may be critical.
The use of modern cultivation technologies, such as the CONVIZO® SMART system, contributes to increased sugar beet yield and improved product quality. This technology helps effectively combat weeds and powdery mildew, which is especially important for large planting areas. Implementation of such innovations enables farms to achieve high yield and resilience to adverse conditions, making the TERRAPIN SMART hybrid a promising choice for farmers.
