What It Is
Sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas) are starchy, sweet-tasting tubers rich in fiber, vitamins (especially vitamin A), and minerals. Grown widely in tropical regions, especially Nigeria, they are a staple in many diets and a valuable export commodity due to their high nutritional content and adaptability to various cuisines.
What Export of It Is
Exporting sweet potatoes involves harvesting mature tubers, sorting, cleaning, and packaging them either in fresh form or as processed products such as dried chips, slices, or flour. Nigerian sweet potatoes are sought after in the UK, Europe, and the Middle East for their unique taste and high quality.
EXPORT SPECIFICATIONS
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Varieties Available:
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Orange-fleshed (high beta-carotene)
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White-fleshed
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Purple-skinned
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Grade Sizes:
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Medium: 150g – 300g per tuber
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Large: 300g – 500g per tuber
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Jumbo: 500g and above
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Moisture Content (Fresh): 70–80%
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Moisture Content (Dried or Flour): ≤10%
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Packaging:
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Fresh: Ventilated mesh bags or jute sacks (25kg / 50kg)
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Sliced/Dried: Sealed food-grade nylon or vacuum packs
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Flour: Sealed polyethylene or laminated bags (1kg–25kg)
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Preservation:
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Fresh: 2–4 weeks shelf life in cool, dry conditions
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Dried/Flour: 6–12 months with proper packaging
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USES
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Cooked, baked, or fried for direct consumption
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Processed into chips, crisps, or powder/flour
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Used in bakery, baby food, and gluten-free products
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Dried slices for retail and industrial purposes
MARKET DEMAND
There is strong demand for sweet potatoes in the UK, Canada, USA, and UAE. Diaspora populations prefer fresh tubers, while food companies and wellness brands seek dried and powdered forms for industrial use.
WHY CHOOSE OUR PRODUCT
SIKADE-WASAG MULTI PURPOSE LIMITED supplies export-grade sweet potatoes that are free from decay, pests, and damage. We follow global best practices in harvesting, handling, and packaging to ensure product integrity and customer satisfaction.
