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Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) is a perennial herbaceous plant<\/strong><\/h2>\n

belonging to the Convolvulaceae family, native to tropical America. It ranks among the world’s most widely cultivated food and feed crops, standing as the sixth most important food crop globally after rice, wheat, potatoes, and corn. With an annual global production exceeding 105 million metric tons, China accounts for over half of the total world output, producing 70,963,630 metric tons per year.<\/span><\/p>\n

Despite its name, sweet potato is unrelated to the common potato. They differ in numerous aspects, including their biological origin, appearance, and nutritional properties. Sweet potato thrives in hot climates and warm soils, while common potato prefers cooler temperatures. Sweet potato is a tropical plant highly sensitive to cold, while common potato tolerates cooler conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sweet potato grows best in well-drained soils <\/span><\/h3>\n

with a pH between 4.5 and 7.0, ranging from light to medium texture. It can thrive at altitudes from sea level up to 2,500 meters. Sweet potato requires less labor and input compared to other crops like maize and can tolerate adverse growing conditions, such as drought periods and nutrient-poor soils.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sweet potato’s nutrient requirements<\/span> vary depending on its growth stage.<\/span><\/h3>\n

During the initial growth phase<\/span> (BBCH 13-19)<\/span>, phosphorus and nitrogen are crucial. Phosphorus promotes root system development at early stages, ensuring adequate water and nutrient uptake. Nitrogen, on the other hand, is essential for amino acid synthesis, the building blocks of proteins. Proteins are necessary for creating new cells and tissues, including leaves. Sweet potato requires a significant amount of proteins during the initial growth phase for new cell formation.<\/span><\/p>\n

Wonder Leaf Blue<\/a><\/strong>, with its N:P:K ratio of 10:53:10 + chelated Zn-2 (w\/w%), serves as an ideal fertilizer for sweet potato during the foliage development stage. Wonder Leaf Blue not only enriches the plant with essential nutrients but also enhances its resistance to low temperatures, particularly crucial during the early growth stages.<\/span><\/p>\n

Enriching sweet potato plants with manganese and zinc during the stem elongation phase <\/span>(BBCH 31-39)<\/span> is crucial for optimal growth.<\/span><\/h3>\n

Manganese plays a vital role in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism, providing energy and building blocks for new cells during stem elongation. Zinc, on the other hand, enhances antioxidant protection, enabling the plant to withstand stress factors like drought or high temperatures that could hinder stem growth.<\/span><\/p>\n

We recommend using <\/span>foliar fertilizers<\/span> Wonder Leaf Mn 11<\/a><\/strong>, containing 11% chelated manganese, and <\/span>Wonder Leaf Mono Zn 8<\/a><\/strong>, comprising 8% chelated zinc alongside other essential elements. The recommended application rate for both fertilizers is 1-2 l\/ha.<\/span><\/p>\n

Boron and amino acids play a significant role during the bud formation stage <\/span>(BBCH 51-59)<\/span> of sweet potato cultivation.<\/span><\/h3>\n

As the plant prepares for flowering and fruit development, boron promotes pollen tube growth, critical for successful fertilization and fruit set. Amino acids provide the necessary building blocks for protein and nucleic acid synthesis, influencing bud formation and development.<\/span><\/p>\n

Wonder Leaf Blossom<\/strong><\/span><\/a>, containing 0.7% boron and 4% organic amino acids, is an ideal fertilizer for this growth phase. The recommended <\/span>application rate<\/span>\u00a0is 4-5 l\/ha.<\/span><\/p>\n

During the fruit formation stage <\/span>(BBCH 71-79)<\/span><\/h3>\n

\u00a0high potassium supplementation is essential for sweet potato quality. <\/span>Wonder Leaf Mono K 30<\/a><\/strong>, with its 30% potassium content, enhances fruit quality by improving their density, color, flavor, and storage life. It promotes healthy fruit development with good structure and reduces the risk of physiological disorders. Additionally, potassium contributes to increased fruit size and weight, boosting overall yield. This is attributed to improved water balance and efficient nutrient transport.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is important to note that nutrient requirements may vary depending on the sweet potato variety<\/span><\/h3>\n

soil conditions, and other factors. Conducting a soil analysis is recommended to determine the precise nutrient needs for your specific sweet potato crop.<\/span><\/p>\n

By adhering to these micronutrient fertilization guidelines, growers can cultivate healthy, productive sweet potato plants that produce high-quality tubers with enhanced yield and marketable characteristics.<\/span><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":10896,"template":"","cultures_cat":[63],"class_list":["post-10788","cultures","type-cultures","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","cultures_cat-nutrition-of-crops"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nSweet potato - English - Wonder Corporation<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Foliar fertilizer application rates and recommendation for the sweet potato with wonder foliar feeding\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/wonder-corporation.com\/en\/cultures\/sweet-potato\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Sweet potato - 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