Rhino

Yield Stability Under High Disease Pressure

Sugar beet 'Rino' from the Belgian breeder Sesvanderhave Nv/Sa is the preferred choice for farms operating under challenging environmental conditions. The primary strength of this hybrid is not just its sugar content, but its ability to pair high output with robust defenses against a complex of diseases typical for intensive farming.

Health as the Basis for Profitability

The main challenge in sugar beet production is maintaining leaf surface health until harvest. 'Rino' demonstrates exceptional tolerance to foliage diseases. Unlike many other hybrids sensitive to pathogens, 'Rino' consistently withstands:

• Cercospora leaf spot, which often causes significant yield loss during hot, humid periods.
• Powdery mildew, which inhibits healthy photosynthesis.
• Root rots, which threaten the crop’s integrity during the ripening phase.

Such comprehensive resistance allows agronomists to optimize fungicide programs and prevent outbreaks in situations where diseases spread rapidly.

Agronomic Profile and Root Characteristics

The 'Rino' hybrid produces medium-sized roots with a cylindrical-conical shape. This morphology is ideal for mechanized harvesting, ensuring minimal field losses. With a sugar content in the range of 18–19%, this hybrid provides an attractive economic profile for sugar refineries by ensuring a reliable yield of finished product per hectare.

This hybrid is ideal for producers who value predictability. If your fields are prone to soil-borne pathogen accumulation or if your regional climate encourages the development of foliage infections, 'Rino' serves as a stable, reliable tool to minimize risks to both quality and volume.