Beets Quality Standard
Length (Overall)
16 1/2' to 19 1/4"
Beet Diameter
2 1/4" to 2 7/8"
Beet Tops
14 1/2" to 16 3/8"
Bunch Size
3 count
Top Color
Dark red stem
Dark green leaves with distinct red veins
Beet
Smooth, dark red
No brown collar
Round to pumpkin shaped
Band Placement
12" green twist tie
Placed 2" above the beet crown
Carton
1 Dozen -19 3/4" L x 11 1/8" W x 9 3/4" H - Muranaka
Placement in Carton
3 crossed layers of 4 bunches
Liner - iced
Overall Appearance
Clean - Washed free of mud and dirt
No brown leaf edges
No field debris
No seeders
No pests or signs of pest damage