Scarlet Supreme F1

Yield Stability and Agronomic Performance

Working with the Scarlet Supreme F1 hybrid from Monsanto, you immediately notice the consistency in results. This Detroit-type beet brings a level of predictability to crop management that minimizes concerns regarding market-grade output. The roots develop uniformly with a perfect globe shape, which greatly facilitates mechanical harvesting and simplifies sorting processes.

Resilience and Management

The primary advantage in the field is its robust immunity. Even in high-humidity conditions or fluctuating temperatures, the plant displays strong resistance to Cercospora leaf spot and powdery mildew. This reduces the burden of fungicide applications, allowing you to optimize crop protection costs. With a maturity window of 100–110 days, the plant efficiently accumulates weight while maintaining a compact growth habit suitable for high-density plantings.

Produce Quality

For growers focusing on retail sales or long-term storage, Scarlet Supreme F1 is a top contender. Internally, the root is dense and deep red, devoid of the white rings that can compromise quality in processing industries. The flesh is consistent and intense, ensuring an excellent appearance whether sold fresh or processed. The crop is highly suitable for long-term storage, maintaining turgidity and flavor profiles well into late spring.

• Type: Detroit.
• Maturity: 100–110 days.
• Application: Processing and long-term storage.
• Key benefit: High disease resistance and no internal rings.