Prepile harvest begins for American Crystal Sugar

Prepile harvest begins for American Crystal Sugar

MOORHEAD, MN – Prepile sugar beet harvest has begun for some at American Crystal Sugar. While full harvest is still weeks away, the prepile allows the factory’s five districts to get a buffer ahead of the full season. American Crystal Sugar Company operates districts in Moorhead, Hillsboro, East Grand Forks, Crookston and Drayton.

Beet harvest kicks off with safety reminders for drivers

MOORHEAD — The first phase of the beet harvest is underway in the Red River Valley, and farmers say they need the public's help to make sure everyone gets home safely. Harrison Weber, executive director of the Red River Valley Sugar Beet Growers Association, said at least 60 to 70 beet farmers will be pre-pile harvesting over the next couple of days. While the work is starting a little earlier than usual, he said the routine is the same. Farmer…

American Crystal Sugarbeet Harvest underway  – R & J Broadcasting Inc.

Sugarbeet Harvest has officially begun for American Crystal Sugar. Harrison Weber of American Crystal Sugar is excited to announce that harvest kicked off on Tuesday, with a number of sites now taking loads.  The start of the sugarbeet harvest means there will be an increased amount of traffic on our roads, and Weber reminds everyone to do their part in keeping our roads as safe as possible.  Labor is also a huge need during harvest, and Weber e…