Xihu Li^1,2 , Chai Lin ³

1 Yuhuan Huijin Crop Planting Professional Cooperative, Yuhuan, 317604, Zhejiang, China
2 Zhejiang Agronomist College, Hangzhou, 310021, Zhejiang, China
3 Zhejiang Rural Revitalization promotion center, Hangzhou, 310020, Zhejiang, China
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International Journal of Horticulture, 2025, Vol. 15, No. 1   doi: 10.5376/ijh.2025.15.0005
Received: 08 Jan., 2025    Accepted: 09 Feb., 2025    Published: 27 Feb., 2025

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Li X.H., and Lin C., 2025, Case study on high-yield fresh-eating sweet potato varieties: cultivation practices in subtropical regions, International Journal of Horticulture, 15(1): 41-50 (doi: 10.5376/ijh.2025.15.0005)

This study explores the cultivation and optimization of high-yield fresh-eating sweet potatoes in subtropical regions, highlighting their key role in agriculture, markets, and nutrition. It covers the agronomic and environmental conditions required for growth, such as soil, temperature, and rainfall, and proposes strategies to address cultivation challenges. The study analyzes the characteristics of major fresh-eating sweet potato varieties, including taste, yield, and disease resistance, and summarizes key practices for yield optimization, such as soil preparation, irrigation management, and integrated pest control. A case study from a specific region demonstrates the performance of different varieties and the practical experiences of farmers. The research also examines the interaction between environmental factors and management practices and their impact on yield, suggesting future trends in economic benefits and technological applications while emphasizing the importance of policy support. This study provides valuable guidance and reference for enhancing productivity and sustainable development of high-yield fresh-eating sweet potatoes in subtropical regions.

Sweet potato cultivation; Subtropical agriculture; Orange-fleshed sweet potato (OFSP); Integrated pest management (IPM); Sustainable farming practices