Abstract
The annual production of sweet potatoes in the United States has been steadily increasing in recent years. According to 2023 data, total U.S. crop sweet potato production reached 25.1 million centiweights (mcwt). This figure is likely due to advances in agricultural technology and improved cultivation methods. The climatic conditions in the southern states and California are particularly suitable, and most production takes place in these areas. Sweet potatoes are highly nutritious and popular with many consumers. Additionally, with growing interest in sustainable agriculture, farmers are increasingly adopting more efficient cultivation methods. Production volume is likely to continue to expand in response to growing demand.
Sweet potato production
The annual sweet potato production in the United States has changed over time. Looking at data from 1868 to 2023, production increased rapidly from the early 20th century through to the 1930s, peaking at 47.6 million centimeter weights (mcwt) in 1932. Since then, production volume has fluctuated, but has remained at a stable level in recent years. Current production is about half of what it was at its peak, due to advances in agricultural technology and changes in market demand. Sweet potatoes are also highly nutritious and demand is stable due to growing health consciousness, with the southern states being the main producers of sweet potatoes. Efforts towards sustainable agriculture are also progressing, and it will be necessary to maintain stable production volumes while adjusting production in response to demand.
The maximum is 28.6MCWT[2013] of US TOTAL, and the current value is about 97.9%
Sweet potato production (50 US states)
The annual sweet potato production in the United States has been steadily increasing for a long time, although there are variations in production from region to region. North Carolina in particular recorded a peak of 19.7 million centimeter-weight (mcwt) in 2017 but has been declining since then. This is thought to be due to the region’s unique climatic conditions and advances in agricultural technology. Sweet potatoes are primarily grown in Southern states, including North Carolina, but the decline in production compared to peak years may be due to changes in agricultural economics and markets. Moreover, in recent years, the importance of sustainable agriculture has become more widely recognized, and producers are increasingly adopting more efficient, environmentally friendly cultivation methods. In the future, it will be necessary to adjust production volumes in response to changes in demand and weather conditions.
The maximum is 6.72MCWT[2008] of FLORIDA, and the current value is about 76.9%
Sweet potato production (latest year, 50 US states)
The total annual sweet potato production in the United States is 25.1 million centiweights (mcwt) as of 2023. North Carolina is the largest producer, producing 15.2 mcwt, more than 60 percent of the total. The average U.S. production was 8.36 mcwt, which shows the variability in state production. Sweet potatoes are primarily grown in the southern states, where the warm climate and suitable soil make them ideal for cultivation. Thanks to advances in agricultural technology and improvements in cultivation methods, production efficiency has increased in recent years. Sweet potatoes are also highly nutritious and enjoy stable demand from consumers. As we move towards sustainable agriculture, farmers are adopting more environmentally friendly growing practices. In the future, the challenge will be to maintain stable production volumes while responding to the effects of climate change and changes in market demand.
The maximum is 5.68MCWT of CALIFORNIA, the average is 1.16MCWT, and the total is 27.9MCWT
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