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.
Beets require full sun and uniform fertilizing and watering during their growth cycle, typically 50 - 60 days from seed to full maturation. However, beets can be harvested at any stage in their development, including the sprouts (usually eaten raw or tossed in salads) during the thinning out stage.