Can China become a sweet potato exporter?

Although China mainly has a domestic market for sweet potatoes, there is also a modest export. Chinese sweet potatoes are finding their way to international markets, including neighboring Asian countries. The export market is not as important as the domestic market, but it is growing every year. A large number of sweet potatoes have been planted in Baodian Town, Ningjin County, Dezhou. Wang Xuegang of Shengtai Potato Industry: "Our latest variety Longshu No. 9 is characterized by short cultivation period, high yield and good sweetness. The final sweet potato yield per 0.01 hectare can reach 4,800 kg. The combined first and second harvest can be up to 6,000 kg. Prices are good." These precocious sweet potato varieties are noted two months in advance. Selling prices are twice as high as when quoted in larger lots. The local unique semi-sandy soil is very suitable for the cultivation of sweet potatoes, which not only have a high yield but also a good quality. In addition to the ...