Sweet potatoes

CPC v2.1 Code: 0153

About sweet potatoes

cpc code 0153 covers the production and trade of sweet potatoes, a versatile and nutritious root vegetable. Sweet potatoes are an important agricultural commodity, with global production exceeding 100 million metric tons annually. They are a staple food in many regions, particularly in developing countries, and also have a wide range of industrial and commercial applications.

Production process

Sweet potatoes are typically grown from slips or vine cuttings, which are planted in well-drained, sandy soils. The crop requires a warm, frost-free climate and moderate rainfall throughout the growing season. Harvesting typically occurs 3-5 months after planting, with the tubers being carefully dug up and cured to improve their storage life.

Production inputs

The main inputs for sweet potato production include high-quality planting material, fertile soil, and adequate water supply. Mechanized equipment such as tractors, tillers, and harvesters may also be used, depending on the scale of operation. Fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural chemicals are often employed to optimize yields and quality.

Production outputs

Sweet potatoes have a wide range of uses, both for human consumption and industrial applications. They can be consumed fresh, canned, or processed into various food products such as 2009 Frozen vegetables, 2013 Dried, salted, or smoked vegetables, and 2021 Prepared meals and dishes. The starch and other byproducts of sweet potato processing are also used in the production of 1062 Starches and starch products and 2021 Prepared meals and dishes.

Family tree for sweet potatoes

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C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0153'>0153: Sweet potatoes</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0151'>0151: Potatoes</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0152'>0152: Cassava</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0154'>0154: Yams</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0155'>0155: Taro</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0159'>0159: Other edible roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content</a>"]

    D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01530'>01530: Sweet potatoes</a>"]


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