STAGES IN SWEET POTATOES GROWING
Soil preparation
Preparing the soil includes plowing, soil crumbling, bed marking, base dressing if nutrient deficits dictate it, and ridge preparation.
"Slips" and planting
There are many sweet potato varieties, with big differences between them. It is necessary to find the variety most suitableto the intended...
Irrigation & fertilization
Prior to soil preparation, soil samples should be taken to be analyzed for potassium and phosphorus levels.
PLANT PROTECTION
It is recommended to spray the field with an emergence-preventing herbicide licensed for sweet potatoes.
HARVEST
It is recommended to dig out a sample of roots from the field about three weeks before expected harvest date,
MARKETING
In order to be marketed in Europe and in other highly demanding markets, sweet potatoes must be grown in compliance...