Rootlets are cylindrical, large.
Red in colour, the flesh is pinkish-white and juicy.
2/3 of the rootstock is raised above the soil surface.
Keeps well over winter in storage.
The variety is valued for its stable yield, resistance to flowering, uniformity of roots and high nutritional value.
It produces well in non-acid soils.
Multi-seeded.
Seed rate (when sown with vegetable drills) 15-20 kg/ha.

Fodder beet: recommendations for cultivation and use

Fodder beet is a valuable feed for livestock and poultry, providing energy and nutrients. They are particularly useful for dairy cows as they stimulate milk production and improve milk quality. In addition, fodder beet is also excellent for other livestock such as pigs, horses, sheep and goats, as well as for birds. Their pleasant taste makes them readily eaten by livestock, which helps to increase overall feed intake.

Fodder beet differs from sugar beet in its purpose and composition. Fodder beet is grown as livestock feed because of its high yield and suitable nutritional composition. The roots are larger, often yellow or orange in colour, and have a higher water content, which makes them more easily digestible by livestock. Sugar beet, on the other hand, is cultivated for sugar production because of the high sucrose content of its roots. Their roots are smaller, white and have less water content.

Growing conditions:

Soil: fertile, well-drained, avoid marshy, acidic and heavy clay soils.
Sowing time: end of April, when the soil has warmed up.
Harvest: September-October.
Density: about 80 000 plants per hectare.

Use of root crops:

Fresh roots: beet can be fed fresh. For dairy cows, up to 40 kg of beet per day is recommended as the only succulent feed. If beet is combined with other succulent feeds, such as silage, the amount can be reduced to 20 kg/day. For pigs and equines, beet is also suitable, but should be fed in smaller quantities and combined with cereal-based feeds.
Grated roots: grating helps animals to digest beet more easily, and is therefore suitable for all animals, especially younger or smaller animals. Finely grated beet can be easily mixed with other feeds such as hay or cereals, ensuring that the animals get the maximum benefit from the nutrients.
Cooked roots: although beet is usually fed raw, in some cases it can be cooked to make it easier for animals to digest, especially if the beet is harder. Cooked beet is suitable for pigs or birds such as chickens, as cooking makes it even easier to absorb.

Leaf use:

Fresh leaves: beet leaves are rich in vitamins and can be fed fresh directly from the field. They are suitable for cattle as well as sheep, goats and pigs. The leaves are nutritious, but the amount should be monitored to maintain a nutritional balance.
Dried leaves: if the leaves are not consumed immediately, they can be dried and used later as a supplementary feed. Dried leaves are an excellent addition to the diet during winter when fresh raw materials are scarce. Leaf silage: Leaves can also be silaged and used as a supplementary food source during the cold season. It is important to prepare and store them properly to preserve their nutritional value and avoid spoilage.