Variety traits

Storability — Sugar Beet

Beta vulgaris Sugar Beet Group

The storability of sugar beet is a complex indicator of root crop resistance to weight and sucrose loss during long-term storage in piles. It is determined by the hybrid's genetic traits, the physicochemical properties of the tissues, and resistance to diseases.

In the reference 28 varieties crop Sugar beet, where this is mentioned in the description.

Storability assessment is carried out using an integral indicator ranked on a 10-point scale, where values from 8.0 to 10.0 points correspond to high storability. The practical method for monitoring losses during piling involves the use of mesh samples, which allow for the measurement of actual weight reduction and sugar content loss after a storage period lasting from 110 to 150 days.

Technological assessment includes measuring the mechanical strength of the root tissue with a penetrometer, as high density reduces the likelihood of damage and the penetration of infections. Low storability leads to intensified respiration and the development of pile rot, which causes the accumulation of "harmful nitrogen" and reducing substances that impede sugar extraction during processing.

General information about the subject — on the page Keeping quality.

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Varieties of Sugar beet mentioned in the description

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