THE CHALLENGE
Problem addressed
SPW, sweet potato virus (SPVD) and Alternaria blight diseases
About this technology
Plant stature is Semi-erect
Sparse flowers
Potential yield: 17.2 t/ha
Moderately resistant to SPW
Elliptic root shape
Skin color: cream
Flesh color: Dark orange
High dry mater (DM), 32%
High vitamin A content
Maturity Period: 4 Months
Provides high levels of vitamin A for rural households
Tolerant to sweet potato virus (SPVD) and Alternaria blight diseases
Performance and benefits
KEY PERFORMANCE17.2 t/ha
Provides high levels of vitamin A for rural households
High dry mater (DM), 32%
Where it is suitable
Agro-ecological zones
Districts
Target usersFarmers
Value-chain stage