The Roundup Ready sugar beet seeds have been awaiting governmental approval for years now. 2008 marked the first season the seed was planted in the Red River Valley. Each seed has a special colored protective coating that can contain herbicide, pesticide or even germination inhibitor to protect the seed during storage. Matt Bewley, Agweek staff
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