Sweet potatoes

CPC v2.1 Code: 01530

About sweet potatoes

cpc code 01530 covers the production of sweet potatoes, a versatile and nutritious root vegetable that is an important staple crop in many parts of the world. Sweet potatoes are a significant contributor to global food security, providing a reliable source of carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. They are widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions, and their production plays a crucial role in the agricultural economies of many developing countries.

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, humid climate and moderate rainfall for optimal growth. Farmers often use a combination of manual labor and mechanized equipment for planting, weeding, and harvesting. Harvesting is typically done by hand or with the aid of specialized machinery, and the sweet potatoes are then cured to improve their storage life.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for sweet potato production include high-quality planting material, such as disease-free slips or vine cuttings, as well as suitable land, water, and fertilizers. Farmers may also use pesticides and other crop protection products to manage pests and diseases. Additionally, machinery and equipment, such as tractors, plows, and harvesters, are essential for efficient production and processing.

Production outputs

Sweet potatoes are primarily consumed as a food crop, either fresh or processed into various products, such as 20311 frozen vegetables, 10310 canned vegetables, and 10320 dried and dehydrated vegetables. They are also used as animal feed and can be processed into 10620 starch and starch products. The by-products of sweet potato processing, such as the leaves and vines, can also be used as livestock feed.

Family tree for sweet potatoes

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B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/015'>015: Edible roots and tubers with high starch or inulin content</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0153'>0153: Sweet potatoes</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01530'>01530: Sweet potatoes</a>"]

    
    

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