Sugar beet is a root vegetable that is primarily grown for its high sugar content. It is a key source of sucrose, which is extracted and refined to produce table sugar. The plant thrives in temperate climates and is typically harvested in the fall. The sugar beet plant has broad green leaves and a large, bulbous root that can grow underground. It is cultivated in many countries, including the United States, Germany, and France. Sugar beets are an important agricultural crop, contributing significantly to the global sugar supply.