FACTORS AFFECTING THE GERMINATION AND ESTABLISHMENT OF MONOGERM SUGAR BEET

2.2.4  Varieties

All nine varieties on the recommended list are genetic monogerm and produce over 90% single plants after processing (NIAB 1980).  All modern varieties produce similar yields in trials, and have sugar contents over 17%.  There are varietal differences in downy mildew resistance, bolting susceptibility, size of tops, and field emergence.  Nomo and the newly recommended Monoire show low bolting tendencies when sown early, while Sharp's Klein Monobeet is poor in this respect.  Vytomo and Salohill are much less resistant to downy mildew than Monoire or Bush Mono "G".

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