Detroit BB

Dutch breeding excellence: Detroit BB beet

The «Detroit BB» variety, developed by the renowned Dutch seed house Gebroeders Bakker Zaadteelt En Zaadhandel, represents the pinnacle of modern beet breeding. Designed specifically to meet the rigorous demands of professional agriculture, this variety ensures consistent crop quality and reliability across diverse climates.

Agronomic performance and key features

The «Detroit BB» stands out for its structural integrity and visual appeal. The roots are perfectly round with a deep, uniform dark red flesh. A hallmark of this variety is the absence of internal white rings, which makes it a preferred raw material for the processing industry, where color consistency is paramount.

• Maturity timeline: The 90–110 day maturity window offers producers flexibility in scheduling sowings and harvests.
• Disease resistance: The variety exhibits strong field tolerance against downy mildew (peronospora) and cercospora, along with significant resistance to powdery mildew.
• Versatility: Ideally suited for multiple market segments: early bunching, long-term storage in cool facilities, and industrial processing such as canning or salad mix production.

Why choose Detroit BB for your farm?

Seeds from Gebroeders Bakker Zaadteelt En Zaadhandel are synonymous with professional performance. The «Detroit BB» variety is known for its ability to withstand environmental stress, maintaining its shape and texture without cracking. Its dense, high-quality root structure ensures excellent transportability, a critical factor for wholesale and retail distribution. For growers seeking a robust, reliable, and high-yielding beet, Detroit BB offers a proven foundation for a successful season.