How many pounds of yam per mu

Yield per mu of yam

Under normal circumstances, the yield of yam per mu can reach about 1,000-5,000 jin, among which the yield of the iron stick yam variety is relatively low. Factors affecting the yield of yam include variety, soil, maintenance methods, etc.

Yam Planting Profits

Among the yams, yellow yam and steel stick yam are varieties with good yield and profit. The current market price is 10-12 yuan per catty. Excluding labor costs, pesticide spraying and other expenses, the profit per mu of land can reach 4,000-5,000 yuan.

Yam is a food ingredient that can be used as both medicine and food. It has high nutritional and medicinal value. It has a large demand in the domestic and foreign markets, a firm price, and a good market prospect. However, it is not recommended for novices to plant it blindly.

High-yield planting technology of yam

1. Soil selection

Yam prefers a high terrain, deep soil, and slightly acidic growing environment. Before planting, an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer, superphosphate, etc. should be added as base fertilizer, which is more conducive to the growth of yam.

2. Planting

Yams are mostly planted in spring. They need to be cut into pieces before planting, then soaked and disinfected in a solution of carbendazim. When planting, trenches are dug on the ridges and the seed pieces are placed in, and finally covered with fine soil.