The resurgence of sugar beets in popular literature suggests their potential rise in cultural significance. Louise Erdrich’s recent novel, “The Mighty Red,” features a community reliant on sugar beets, showcasing a character who finds clarity while transporting them in her truck. This isn't the first time Erdrich has focused on this crop; her earlier work, “The Beet Queen,” also centers on beets. Additionally, Margie Sarsfield's debut novel takes an even more in-depth look at the species, scientifically known as Beta vulgaris.