Suhkrupeed
Suhkrupeed, scientifically known as Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris, is a plant species cultivated for its edible root. It is a variety of the common beet, distinguished by its high sugar content, making it the primary source of commercial sugar production worldwide. The plant is characterized by large, fleshy taproots, typically white or pale yellow, and broad, leafy green tops. These leaves are also edible and are often consumed as a vegetable, similar to spinach or Swiss chard.
The cultivation of suhkrupeed requires fertile soil and a temperate climate. The crop is sown in spring
Historically, suhkrupeed gained prominence as a sugar source during the Napoleonic Wars when trade blockades disrupted