Scorpion

Sugar beet Scorpion is an early-maturing, single-seeded diploid hybrid of NZ type on a sterile N base, intended for cultivation in the Central Chernozem and Ural regions. This hybrid is characterized by high root yield and sugar content, confirmed by trial results: in the Central Chernozem region, average root yield is 563 c/ha with sugar harvest of 95 c/ha, while in the Ural region, yield exceeds the standard by 150 c/ha, and sugar harvest reaches 34.4 c/ha. Root mass varies from 432 g in the Ural region to 649 g in the Central Chernozem region. The root has a broad-conical shape and is well embedded in the soil, facilitating ease of harvesting and storage. Hybrid Scorpion exhibits high resistance to major sugar beet diseases, including rhizomania, powdery mildew, and cercosporosis, while showing greater tolerance to cercosporosis compared to the hybrid Crocodile. In the Central Chernozem region, average infection levels for root-eating pests, powdery mildew, and severe infection from root rot and cercosporosis are observed, whereas in the Ural region, no disease infections were noted. The hybrid also features good storability in heaps, ensuring crop preservation during storage. Scorpion is recommended for cultivation with irrigation, as it is especially productive under irrigation and has low water consumption. To ensure optimal root formation and prevent excessive root enlargement, it is recommended to maintain a seeding density exceeding 100,000 plants per hectare during harvest. These characteristics make hybrid Scorpion a profitable choice for farmers aiming to obtain high-quality sugar beet yields.