DeKalb County was formed in 1837 from land in Cannon, Warren and White counties. Historian Will T. Hale believes that the first settlers in the county were at Liberty and came from Maryland in 1797. If so, Adam Dale was the first settler.
Beets and beet greens are rich sources of iron and important vitamins. You can plant beets beginning in early spring and up until about 90 days before the first frost. It takes about 55 to 60 days for the roots to mature.
Sugar beets contain 16-18% sucrose and are processed at factories near the farms. Since sugar beets are grown and harvested seasonally, factories generally operate for a âcampaignâ (a period of time) of four to seven months. During these campaigns, facilities operate around the clock, seven days a week.