Sugar beets were big news last week−;under the heads of science, business and politics. Beets might long ago have supplied the U.S. with all the sugar it needs but for one stubborn fact−sugar-beet ...

70 days growing beet from seed to harvestable root. Each of the beet seed cluster contains 2 to 5 individual seeds. From our sample batch, one cluster developed into 2 plants. I had to remove one to ...

As climate change, soil degradation, and water scarcity place growing pressure on agriculture, scientists are looking for new ways to help crops germinate and grow more efficiently while reducing ...

Growing beetroot in containers is a great way of enjoying fresh vegetables grown in the comfort of your own home, especially in small spaces such as balconies. Beetroot is a hardy and easy-to-maintain ...

Use a soil thermometer to determine soil temperature before planting seeds. Cold soil will inhibit germination and cause ...