How many kilograms of sweet potatoes are generally produced per mu? The yield and profit of sweet potatoes per mu

Sweet potato yield per mu

Sweet potato is a very high-yield crop, but the specific yield will vary depending on the variety, region, and management factors. Under normal circumstances, the yield per mu of sweet potato is around 6,000-8,000 jin, but if the situation is good, it can be as high as 10,000 jin.

Sweet potato planting prospects

To plant one acre of sweet potatoes, the initial cost of land rent, labor, seeds, fertilizers, etc. is about 2,000 yuan. If the yield per acre can reach 3,000 kilograms, the net profit can reach about 4,000 yuan.

Sweet potatoes grow very fast and are easy to grow. They can grow for many years and are in great demand in the market. Products such as dried sweet potatoes and sweet potato powder are also very popular, so the overall prospects are still good.

How to grow sweet potatoes for high yield

1. Land preparation and fertilization

Sweet potatoes are a plant with a well-developed root system and a strong ability to absorb fertilizer, so if you want to obtain high yields, it is best to plant them in loose, fertile, deep soil with good aeration, and add base fertilizer before planting.

2. Sowing

It is best to plant sweet potatoes from April to June each year. Before planting, keep a certain distance between each seedling. Be careful not to make the row spacing too dense, and do not water too much in the early stage.