Core Insights - The article highlights the upcoming harvest season for sweet potatoes in Yunfu City, specifically in Yun District, which is a key production area in Guangdong Province [2][3][10]. Industry Overview - Yun District is recognized as one of the first key counties for sweet potato yield enhancement in Guangdong, benefiting from favorable subtropical monsoon climate and excellent soil conditions for cultivation [3][11]. - The district has implemented the "Hundred Million Project" to leverage its sweet potato industry advantages, focusing on increasing production and farmer income through substantial annual investments [12][14]. Production and Yield - By 2025, the sweet potato planting area in Yun District is expected to reach approximately 23,000 acres, with a projected yield of nearly 30,000 tons [15][18]. - The core area for sweet potato cultivation, Qianfeng Town, will have around 3,730 acres dedicated to sweet potatoes, with an anticipated yield of 4,460 tons [18][19]. Variety and Pricing - The district cultivates over 10 varieties of sweet potatoes, including fresh eating types like Watermelon Red and Marsha Lee, as well as dried and processed varieties [4][5][17]. - Expected purchase prices for sweet potatoes this year are similar to previous years, with Watermelon Red priced between 1.2-1.5 yuan per jin and retail prices ranging from 2-2.5 yuan per jin [20][21]. Future Development Plans - The local agricultural authorities aim to optimize sweet potato varieties, improve planting techniques, extend the industrial chain, and establish quality brands to create a standardized demonstration base for high-quality sweet potato cultivation [23][25]. - The goal is to develop the sweet potato industry into a pillar for rural prosperity and a model for integrated agricultural development in the province [25].