By Laurie Zitterkopf, Nebraska Extension Master Gardener
Sugar Beets, 2024 Special Agronomy Project, to display at the County and State Fair. The color representative of the cultivar, the beets will not be mature but bring them as they are! Preparation – Dig roots to avoid mechanical damage. The taproot must be intact, while side roots should be carefully removed. Wash carefully, but do not scrub, can be zip-tied or tied with a string at the leaves. Exhibit – two specimens 4-Hers and Open Class three specimens.