Sugar beet is an important industrial crop cultivated primarily for sugar production. It plays a key role in the food industry and animal feed.
Key characteristics of sugar beet:
Plant: A root vegetable grown for its large, sugar-rich root. It thrives in temperate climates and requires well-drained soil.
Grain: Sugar is extracted from the beet root and used in the food industry, while byproducts like beet pulp serve as livestock feed.