Abstract
Current methodology for measuring incoming sugarbeet quality is to collect a sample every several hours from the cossette belt. This process though, only provides a snapshot of the situation with the small sample collected vs the quantity of incoming beets being sliced. The KWS BEETROMETER® Cossette Belt Unit provides automated continuous analysis for real-time information with the ability to be adjusted to align with each individual factories process. The system provides real-time values for POL sugar and Dry Matter to assist operators in understanding the quality and consistency of the incoming sugarbeets. The calibration can be connected to the beet quality lab using the same NIRS process.