Michigan State University Extension
Preserving Food Safely - 01600042
08/03/99

BEET FACTS


Availability: late July through mid October

Days to Maturity: 50-60 days 
                                                        

Approximate Yield/10 feet of row:  10 pounds                 

Per Person Requirements:                                     

   Fresh:  7-14 feet of row                                  

   Preservation:  14-24 feet of row                          

Weights:                                                     

   1 bushel (without tops) = 52 pounds                       

                           = 35-42 pints frozen              

                           = 15-20 quarts                    

            3 pounds fresh = 2-2 1/2 pints frozen            

                           = 1 quart canned


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