Granat

Crop Stability with 'Granate'

The 'Granate' sugar beet hybrid from Lion Seeds is a reliable solution for farms focused on balancing high sugar content with robust phytosanitary resistance. Choosing this hybrid is justified in crop rotations where there is a constant risk of root infections and leaf spot diseases that can compromise sugar yields before harvest even begins.

Agronomic Protection and Performance

The key advantage of 'Granate' lies in its genetic resistance to common pathogens. Its high tolerance to Cercospora leaf spot allows for optimized fungicide spray programs, ensuring the leaf canopy remains active for optimal photosynthesis. Furthermore, its resistance to root rot and damping-off (root-eater) makes this hybrid predictable, even under high-moisture conditions that typically threaten root system integrity.

Harvesting Efficiency

With its medium-sized, oval-conical shape, 'Granate' is specifically adapted to mechanized harvesting. This morphology minimizes mechanical damage during digging, which is crucial for maximizing storage life. With sugar content levels reaching 17–18%, it serves as a highly profitable raw material for processing plants. Growers select 'Granate' for its consistent output and reliability in intensive farming systems.

• High tolerance to a complex of fungal diseases.
• Optimal root geometry for efficient, low-damage mechanical harvest.
• High sugar percentage maintained throughout standard vegetation cycles.