Harrier is an outstanding hybrid beetroot. We introduced this variety 3 years ago and it has continued to perform the length and breadth of New Zealand. Key to Harriers’ success has not only been its ability to tolerate a wide range of environmental conditions, but also a wide number of uses.
Many use it as a bulb beet for fresh market. Harrier has good vigour, strong tops that stand up well under stress with a medium sized attachment. The leaves in contrast to the bulb present well as a freshmarket beetroot for bunching. Success also includes babybeet, again with nice presentation, uniform bulb shape and size. This consistent uniformity also carries over for potential use in processing as a slicing beetroot.
Harrier has great colour, no zoning and yields well. It is a must try for any beetroot grower.
