Varieties: Provided by sugar beet processing companies. (Beta seed)
Planting Dates: As soon as ground thaws through the end of March
Spacing: 22″
Plant Density: 23,760 – 28,500 plants per acre
Bloom Date: No bloom occurs during season
Harvest Date: October through November
Irrigation Types: Rill, Sprinkler: 43 inches of water (Long growing season)
Cultural Practices: Usually 1 to 2 cultivations after planting. A six row topper removes green foliage immediately prior to harvest. Then they are removed from the ground with a six row digger.