S 2160 F

Stable yields with minimized risks

When working with the C 2160 F hybrid from the Belgian manufacturer Sesvanderhave Nv/Sa, agronomists appreciate its predictability. In practice, this sugar beet variety demonstrates that a stable sugar content in the 16-17% range is achievable even in fields where soil conditions are far from ideal. For a commercial farm, this translates into zero surprises when delivering raw materials to the sugar refinery.

Crop health: field resistance

The main challenge for sugar beet growers is maintaining optimal plant density in the early stages and protecting the foliage during the mid-season. C 2160 F exhibits excellent resistance to a complex of root rots and blackleg (damping-off). In our reality, this saves the budget on seed treatments, as the strong initial growth energy allows the crop to successfully pass the vulnerable seedling emergence stage. The hybrid shows high tolerance against Cercospora: with proper fungicide application, the leaf canopy remains functional until late autumn, which is critical for maximum sugar accumulation.

Operational experience

Sesvanderhave breeding is known for high root uniformity. For a harvester operator, this means minimal losses during digging. The roots have a regular shape and are easily extracted from the soil, which reduces the load on the machine's active components and limits the amount of sticking mud. Based on field observations, the hybrid handles moderate environmental stress well without sacrificing its growth pace.

• Sugar content: 16-17% — a stable indicator across a wide range of soil and climatic conditions.
• Biological protection: high resistance to rots and root infections during the early growth stages.
• Efficiency: excellent response to intensive cultivation technologies while maintaining high plant vitality.

If your goal is to achieve a predictable outcome with reliable protection against diseases during the root formation phase, C 2160 F is one of the most pragmatic solutions in the Sesvanderhave portfolio.