Answers about sugarbeets

The sugarbeet is a root crop that flourishes in temperate climates where the growing season is about five months long. Farms can be found in California, Colorado, Idaho, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming.

Sugarbeet Production
November 28, 2023

The northern states, especially those in the Midwest and Northern Plains, offer ideal conditions for sugarbeet growth, where the cooler temperatures and extended daylight during the growing season contribute to high yields and quality sugar content. 


Outside of its agricultural impact, sugarbeet production is a cornerstone for rural economies especially along the North Dakota/Minnesota border, providing a stable source of income for farmers and supporting a thriving sugar industry that caters to both domestic and international markets. 


We're talking about sugarbeet production across North Dakota and Minnesota with Dr. Tom Peters.

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