How many kilograms of sweet potatoes can be produced per acre?

Sweet potato yield per mu

Sweet potatoes are also called sweet potatoes. They can usually be harvested three months after planting. The annual yield per mu is around 5,000 to 6,000 jin. However, the yield is not stable due to factors such as variety and climate.

Sweet potato planting profit

The cost of sweet potato per mu includes rent, water charges, labor, etc., which is about 2,000 yuan. Under normal management, if sold at the market price of 2-3 per catty, the net profit per mu can reach about 4,000 yuan.

At present, although the market demand for sweet potatoes is huge, the planting area has already reached saturation. Therefore, if you want to make a profit, it is best to pursue fixed customers so that there will be profit margins.

High-yield planting technology of sweet potato

1. Choose the soil

The main edible part of sweet potato is the underground tuber, so if you want high yield, it is best to choose soil with deep soil layer and good drainage for planting. In addition, you should apply appropriate amount of high-quality farmyard manure, urea and potassium sulfate, and then use high ridges and dense planting.

2. Planting

After planting the sweet potato seedlings, water them thoroughly and then cover the stems and roots with soil. The survival rate is relatively high. When 3-4 leaves grow, you can start cuttings.