Sweet Potato Farmers Research Articles

Comparative Study of Income of Sweet Potato Farmers' in Different Trade Channels in Bandorasa Wetan Village, Cilimus District, Kuningan Regency

This study aims to analyze the income of sweet potato farmers in Bandorasa Wetan Village, Kuningan Regency, by comparing different trading channels, specifically sales to middlemen and direct sales to the processing industry. Sweet potato farming plays a crucial role in supporting local and national economies, with Kuningan being a major sweet potato production area in West Java. Using a quantitative comparative approach with survey techniques, data was collected from 83 farmers, with 49 selling to middlemen and 34 to the industry. The results show that the average income of farmers selling to the industry (IDR 3,468,222) is significantly higher than those selling to middlemen (IDR 2,812,569), as evidenced by the independent sample test (p = 0.000). However, income from industry sales shows greater variability. This research contributes by highlighting the income disparities across trading channels, offering valuable insights for farmers and stakeholders in optimizing trading practices to maximize profitability. Future research should explore factors influencing channel selection, including market conditions and trading strategies, to enhance the overall sustainability and profitability of sweet potato farming.

Contribution of Sweetpotato Production to Economic Empowerment of Farming Households in Niger-Delta Area of Nigeria

Many farming households in Nigeria are deprived, and poor, hence, the need for economic empowerment intervention. Sweetpotato production, due to its short cycle and low input requirement could be projected on a larger scale for farming households’ economic empowerment. However, data regarding ability of sweetpotato farming for farming households’ economic empowerment is scarce. Therefore, farming households’ sweetpotato production and economic empowerment in Nigeria’s Niger-Delta Area was investigated. 364 sweetpotato farming households were chosen through a five-stage sample process. Descriptive statistics, Pearson Product Moment Correlation, T-test, and multiple regression were used to analyze the data that interview schedule was used to collect. Most respondents were female and aged 42.7±11.9 years. Farm size; farming experience; and income from sweetpotato, other crops, and non-crop livelihood activities were 2.6±3.4 hectares; 17.2±12.4 years; and ₦1,327,723.0±1,639,414.0 yearly, ₦2,385,815.0±2,615,273.0 yearly, and ₦1,828,004.0±2,336,270.0 yearly, respectively. The sweetpotato production and economic empowerment were low and high amongst farming households, respectively. Age, farm size and income from sweet potato were significantly related to economic empowerment. The economic empowerment status of high and low sweetpotato producers differed significantly. Between farming households with low and high income from sweetpotato production, their economic empowerment status significantly differed. Farming households’ economic empowerment was mostly predicted by farming experience; and income from sweetpotato, and non-crop livelihood activities. Sweetpotato production influenced farming households' ability to prosper economically. Agricultural policies oriented towards improving economic empowerment should be promoted to emphasize increased sweetpotato production.

ANALYSIS OF SWEET POTATO PRODUCTION IN EBONYI STATE, NIGERIA

This paper analyzed sweet potato production in Ebonyi State, Nigeria. Multi-stage and proportionate sampling methods were used to collect two hundred and one sweet potato farmers for the study. Data were collected using structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive such as frequency and percentages and inferential statistics such as Ordinary Least Square regression model. Results showed that 74.13% of the sweet potato farmers were female with mean age of 38years, mean educational level of 12years with 96.52% of them were married having a mean household size of 8persons. Farm size, quantity of improved sweet potato varieties planted, labour and weeding were significant at 1% and 5% respectively and were positively related to vine yield while farm size, quantity of improved sweet potato varieties planted, fertilizer application and insecticide were significant at 1% and 5% respectively and were positively related to root yield. The production of sweet potato in Ebonyi state was affected by some production factors which causes low yield in the vine and root of sweet potato. Therefore, Organization of field days and farmers’ training on sweet potato production as well as procurement and distribution of improved varieties to farmers are effective strategies for stimulating adoption of the technologies.

Molecular Characterization of Sweet Potato Plant Parasitic Nematodes in Different Agroecological Zones of Kirinyaga County, Kenya

Plant parasitic nematodes (PPNs) are widely distributed in all agroecological zones (AEZs) within Kenya. Plant parasitic nematodes are important pests of many cultivated crops and they exert a detrimental influence on a wide range of vascular plants, leading to significant crop losses by reducing both quantity and quality of the yield. However, due to inadequate taxonomic descriptions and a low number of diagnostic features, the morphological diagnosis of many species remains a challenge. The objective of this study was to characterize PPNs associated with sweet potatoes in different agroecological zones of Kirinyaga County, Kenya, using 18S rRNA gene sequencing. Seventy-seven soil samples from sweet potato tubers rhizosphere were collected from different agroecological zones and nematodes were extracted using Baermann’s technique. Thirteen nematode isolates were obtained and only seven could be identified morphologically to their genus level based on their distinct phenotypes. Seven isolates that could not be identified through the microscope were advanced to molecular sequencing. The nematode DNA were extracted and the PCR amplification and sequencing of 18S rRNA gene carried out. The study identified six PPN species, including Mylonchulus hawaiiensis, Aporcelaimellus nigeriensis, Rotylenchulus reniformis, Rotylenchulus borealis, Aporcella femina, Heterodera dunensis, and a predatory nematode (Dorylaimus aff. stagnalis) as part of the soil biota. This study showed significant distribution of plant parasitic nematodes across the agroecological zones. Thus, the occurrence of a nematode species complex in sweet potato farms requires the development of specific and appropriate sustainable control strategies.

Sweet Potato Virus Disease and Its Associated Vectors: Farmers’ Knowledge and Management Practices in Uganda

Effective management of sweet potato diseases such as sweet potato virus disease (SPVD) depends to a large extent on farmers’ knowledge of the disease as well as on the integration of recommended management methods in their farming practices. SPVD has continued to be the most important disease constraining sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) production in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Inadequate information about farmers’ perception, knowledge and practices are the major impediments in developing countries and has hindered development of effective management of SPVD. This paper addresses the gap by (i) Understanding the socioeconomic characteristics of sweet potato farmers. (ii) Assessing knowledge level of the farmers about SPVD, SPVD vectors and management methods. (iii) Examining the relationship between farmers’ coping strategies to control SPVD and knowledge. To achieve the study objectives, a cross sectional survey was carried out among 95 sweet potato growing households in central, eastern and western regions of Uganda during 2017. Results showed that sweet potato is valued as the second most important subsistence crop among smallholder farmers. The female farmers (54.7%) were more involved in production than their male counterpart. SPVD was perceived by the majority of farmers (63.6%) as the most important disease and a total of 70.5% of these farmers had experienced the disease in their fields. Despite of SPVD prevalence as perceived by the farmers, close to half (48.4%) of these farmers did not have good knowledge of the SPVD, 67.4% were ignorant about SPVD vectors, 85.8% did not know management methods and hence 68.4% did not use any management method. These knowledge gaps down play stability of the farmers to effectively manage the disease. Nevertheless, it was revealed that the ability to identify SPVD, month of occurrence and education level improves its management. This paper recommends gender tailed support to sweet potato farming, increased awareness and training of farmers to improve their knowledge of SPVD, and development of effective control strategies for SPVD.

Gender analysis of sweet potato production: the case of farmers in Delta State, Nigeria

Objective: The main objective of this study is to examine the gender participation in sweet potato production (SPP) among farmers in Delta State. Material and Methods: Multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select 131 respondents, comprising 73 male and 58 female sweet potato farmers. The data were obtained between October and December in 2019. Data were collected through interview schedule and analyzed using descriptive statistics, T-test, Pearson Product Moment Correlation and multiple regression. Results: The results indicated that male and female farmers were at an age of 39.5±8.9 years old and 41.9±11.1 years old, respectively. Household sizes for male and female were 9±6 persons and 8±4 persons, respectively. Most male- (95.9%) and female- (81.0%) were formally educated. Men participated more in planting (x ̅=2.62), while women participated more in marketing (x ̅=2.91). The level of participation in SPP was high and low among more than half of the male- (56.2%) and female- (55.2%), respectively. Flooding was the highest constraint to SPP faced by male (x ̅=1.93) and female (x ̅=1.90).There was no significant difference between male and female level of participation in SPP (t=0.92;p>0.05), and constraints to SPP (t=0.74;p>0.05).Household size (β=-0.46); and education, household size and being married (r=0.26, 0.26, and β=4.19) significantly influenced male and female participation in SPP, respectively. Conclusion: Household size influenced men participation in SPP while education, household size and marriage enhanced women participation in SPP.

Analysis of factors influencing market participation among orange‐fleshed sweet potato smallholder farmers in southern region of Malawi: A case of RTC project

AbstractAgricultural markets remain major issue downgrading root and tuber crop farmers who form the mainstream of the agricultural producers in Malawi. Recent evidence however reveals that orange‐fleshed sweet potato (OFSP) (Ipomea batatas) is currently being sold in produce markets along with the non‐orange varieties, sometimes in differentiated form in Malawi. The main objective of this study was to examine factors affecting market participation of sweet potato farmers in southern region of Malawi. Using a double‐hurdle model, this paper analyzed both the factors affecting farmer decision to participate and the extent/intensity of participation in market. The first tier of the double hurdle focused on decision to participate in the market using probit model and the second tier addressed factors affecting intensity of participation using truncated normal regression model. The paper used data collected from 360 farmers in southern districts of Malawi. Out of 360, 146 farmers had grown OFSP in the season preceding the survey. Double hurdle results indicate that farm size, output, age of a farmer (household head), and early maturing trait significantly determined decision to participate in the market. Further, results on intensity of participation indicate that access to market training, farm size, asset value, and output positively determined the intensity and negatively determined by distance to main market and gender of a farmer (household head). Based on the research findings, higher output levels and early maturing trait were found to increase smallholder farmer market participation. It is therefore recommended that strategies aimed at increasing household capacity to produce surplus produce through market tailored extension messages and productivity enhancement technologies could be highly effective in fostering smallholders' participation in commercial markets. Again, enhanced capacity building of research institutions to breed sweet potato varieties based on market demand is pivotal for increased market participation. Furthermore, research suggests that improving smallholder farmers' access to market price information, asset value, and farm size can help increase their intensity in the market. Therefore, it is critical for policymakers to holistically comprehend these socioeconomic factors in order to address the issue of smallholder farm households' decisions about market participation and the degree to which they participate.

Gendered trait prioritization and motivations for crop varietal choice among smallholder farmers: The case of sweetpotato in Uganda

To improve productivity, several improved high-yielding sweetpotato varieties have been developed and released by breeders. However, most farmers still grow low-yielding landraces known also as farmers’ varieties. Farmers choose varieties to grow based on their preference for the attributes (traits) embodied in those varieties. Past studies have examined drivers of trait preference using neoclassical economic theory. This study departs from previous ones by applying principles from economic psychology to assess preference for, and prioritization, of sweetpotato traits among male and female sweetpotato farmers. Data used was data collected using focus group discussions and laddering, an in-depth personal interview process, and analysed using descriptive and means-end chain analyses. The study identifies mental constructs associated with farmers’ trait preference and prioritization, namely: the characteristics farmers mentally associate with the prioritized traits, the benefits those traits confer, and the life goals (i.e. values) they enable farmers to attain. Focus group discussions revealed that, among agronomic traits, high root yield is the most preferred/prioritized trait across gender categories and was followed by stress tolerance and underground root storage longevity. The most preferred quality traits across gender groups are root size and mealiness. Women, however, prioritized early maturity over men. The means-end-chain analysis identified several mental constructs farmers mentally associated with trait prioritization. They are increased sales, more income, food security, savings, and investment. These benefits are linked to various life goals (values) farmers aspire for namely, respect, security, achievement, and happiness. These findings imply that farmers’ choice of sweetpotato varieties to grow is driven by the agronomic and quality traits the varieties embody. The findings further imply that psychosocial factors underpin trait preference and prioritization by farmers.

Production Activities and Challenges Encountering By Sweet Potato Farmers in Kwara and Osun States

Production of agricultural crops cannot be over emphasized for food security, poverty eradication and sustainability of life and its existence. Therefore, agriculture is the bedrock towards economic growth and rural development. This study examined production activities of sweet potato in Kwara and Osun States It also identified the challenges faced by the sweet potato farmers in the study area. Multistage sampling technique was used to select 496 sweet potato farmers. An interview guide was used through structured questionnaire to obtain primary data which were analysed using descriptive statistics (frequency table, percentage and mean). The study revealed that majority practiced self labour (42%) in Kwara State while family labour (47%) was majorly practiced in Osun State, with the mean labour used of 3.84 and 3.23 in Kwara and Osun States respectively. Majority inherited land acquired from their parents, occupying less than six hectares of land for production of sweet potato. It was also shown that land conflict, inadequate vine, insect infestation, spoilage and access to credit were the major challenges facing farmers during production of sweet potato. The study concludes that sweet potato farmers encountering a lot of challenges which causes reduction in production of sweet potato in the study areas. It is therefore recommended that, settlement of land conflict issues should not be delayed, particularly when it comes to the use of agricultural purposes. Then the research institute(s) saddled with the responsibilities of storage and preservation of agricultural produce should come-up with methods of preserving this crop to extend it shelf-life and reduce postharvest loss of this vital crop.

Early detection of sweet potato weevil (Cylas formicarius) and scab diseases (Sphaceloma batatas) outbreak based on android application

Sweet potato weevil and scab disease are major pests and diseases that become obstacles for increasing sweet potato production in Indonesia. Recently, the incidence of both pest and disease attacks can be detected earlier by using an android-based mobile application. This study aims to assemble an android-based mobile application for early detection of the outbreak of sweet potato weevil and scab disease. This research was conducted in in Malang Regency, East Java, from September to December 2022. Research was carried out by survey, observation, literature studies, and interview with the leaders of farmer association, sweet potato farmers, and local agricultural extension staff. All basic data and supporting data as a trigger for the occurrence of the weevil and scab disease have been collected from the several sample areas. The information was arranged in clusters according to the priority of each variable then was entered into the android studio. The user must enter the supporting data based on the application program to find out the percentage of sweet potato weevil and scab disease. Understanding the predictive value of the incidence of major pests and diseases is required, so farmers can anticipate earlier and prepare appropriate, effective and efficient control technology. An-android mobile application version 1 for early detection of pest and disease which was successfully assembled was expected to be greatly assist sweet potato farmers for maintain their cultivation from yield losses due to C. formicarius and scab which can reduce the quantity and quality by up to 100%.

Adaptabilidade e estabilidade de genótipos de batata-doce no Oeste de São Paulo

ABSTRACT Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) have great genetic variability that contribute to higher production and root quality. Sweet potato farmers in the Western region of São Paulo state, Brazil, plant during the four seasons and have used the same genotypes for two decades. Thus, research is needed to evaluate new genotypes and indicate the most promising ones. Therefore, the objective of this study was to identify the adaptability and stability of sweet potato genotypes in six planting seasons: September 2019, January 2020, April 2020, September 2020, October 2020, and December 2020 in Western São Paulo using the linear regression methodology proposed by Eberhart & Russell (1966) and the centroid method. We evaluated 17 genotypes, two experimental genotypes from the germplasm bank of the University of Western São Paulo and two genotypes that have been cultivated for more than two decades by farmers (Canadense and Ligeirinha Paulista). The results show that Canadense, IAPAR 69, and SCS 272 Marina can be considered widely adapted in the Western region of São Paulo (favorable and unfavorable environments). In turn, the genotypes UBD 01 and UBD 02 are indicated exclusively for unfavorable environments, while Ligeirinha Paulista, INIA Arapey, SCS 369 Águas Negras, BRS Rubissol, Brazlândia Branca, Brazlândia Roxa, and BRS Amélia are indicated for favorable environments.

Analysis of pest management strategies among sweet potato farmers: Insights from a study in Homa Bay County, Kenya

Analysis of pest management strategies among sweet potato farmers: Insights from a study in Homa Bay County, Kenya

Climate Variability and Response Strategies among Smallholder Sweet Potato Farmers in Gatundu North Sub-County, Kiambu County, Kenya

Climate Variability and Response Strategies among Smallholder Sweet Potato Farmers in Gatundu North Sub-County, Kiambu County, Kenya

DETERMINANTS OF VALUE ADDITION AMONG SMALLHOLDER SWEET POTATO FARMING HOUSEHOLDS IN EBONYI STATE, NIGERIA

Smallholder farmers play a crucial role in sweet potato production, but limited value addition hinders their income generation and market participation. This study explored the factors that smallholder farmers in Ebonyi State considered when adding value to their sweet potato production. Using a multi-stage sampling technique, primary data was gathered from 400 small-scale sweet potato growers out of the state's 380,000 growers. Interview schedules were the instrument utilized for data collection. Information was gathered on the sweet potato processing method as well as the socioeconomic traits of the growers. Statistics from the descriptive and probit regression models were used to analyze the data. Findings revealed that the traditional method of processing sweet potatoes was predominant in the area. At a 1% probability level, the probit regression coefficient of educational attainment and farmers’ association membership was significant and positively correlated with the addition of value to sweet potatoes. Additionally, at a 5% probability level, access to credit was substantial and positively associated with the addition of value to the sweet potato. At 1% and 5% probability levels, respectively, coefficients of gender and farming status were significant and inversely associated with the addition of value to sweet potatoes. The study concludes that the most common processing methods used by sweet potato farmers are traditional processing methods. Therefore, strategies to educate farmers about the value of forming farmer groups are needed, as most training on value addition and access to knowledge about market opportunities can be easily shared through farmers' groups.

FARMERS’ KNOWLEDGE OF HEALTH AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF ORANGE FLESHED SWEET POTATO IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA.

The socio-economic and health benefits of Orange Flesh Sweet Potato (OFSP) were the foremost and scientifically proven advantages of cultivation and consumption OFSP respectively. The present study seeks to understand farmers’ knowledge of health and socio-economic benefits of orange fleshed sweet potato in Kwara State, Nigeria. A total of 139 sweet potato farmers were sampled. A structured questionnaire was used to collect primary data. Data collected were analyzed with frequency count, percentages, mean, standard deviation and Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC). Findings showed that majority (87.1%) had knowledge of socio-economic benefits of growing OFSP. Most of the respondents (63.3%) had moderate knowledge of the socio-economic benefits of growing OFSP. The respondents agreed that consumption of OFSP improve digestion (46.8%), boost immune system (31.7%) and improve vision (12.2%). Respondents additionally agreed that growing OFSP had mainly increased household income (34.5%), improved food security (47.5%) and increased participation in social activities (33.1%). Inadequate access to planting materials (79.1%) was the leading challenges to growing OFSP. PPMC analysis indicated that household size, family members involved in farming, years of experience, number of plots, income and knowledge of OFSP were the factors that influence farmers’ perception on health/socioeconomic benefits of OFSP at p≤0.05 level of significance. This study concluded that farmers had moderate knowledge level on health and socio-economic benefits of cultivating and consumption of OFSP. Therefore, agricultural extension agents should intensify efforts in the supply of planting materials and enlightenment of health benefits for improved vision.

Sweet Potato Yield Prediction for Index Insurance in North Carolina

Agriculture index insurance is an innovative topic that has not been well studied in the United States. North Carolina produces 1.7 billion pounds of sweet potatoes in 2020, but currently, there is no insurance to reduce the financial risk of farmers. As a result, index insurance focusing on North Carolina sweet potato farmers can be profitable. In this study, the precipitation is forecasted by the linear model using the first lag and seasonal factors. The predicted precipitations from May to September are then used to predict the yield. The precipitation model has significant factors for Season3, which represents July to September, the rainy season of North Carolina; the yield model has a significant variable of September, which is the harvest season of sweet potatoes in North Carolina. The precipitation model falls short of predicting the exact value of precipitation, but it catches the trend and seasonality. Despite the insensitivity of the precipitation model, the yield is predicted relatively accurate. The result of this study can be used to design the thresholds of the index insurance. Insurance companies can use thresholds to design insurance plans with different premiums.

Pendapatan Usahatani Ubi Jalar (Ipomoea batatas L.) di Kecamatan Nglegok Kabupaten Blitar

Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) is one of the commodities as a substitute for staple foods. Provision of sweet potatoes can be used for a variety of local food ingredients that can be consumed in the form of sweet potatoes and processed products. This availability can be encouraged by increasing production and farming efficiency. The purpose of this study is to analyze the sweet potato business income in Nglegok District, Blitar Regency. ResultsThe analysis shows that farming is run profitably. The R/C ratio obtained a value of 1.86 which means that every one rupiah of costs incurred generates revenue of Rp. 1.86 so that sweet potato farming is feasible to cultivate.
 
 
 

Structural Characteristics and Conduct of Sweet Potato Market in Rachuonyo Region, Kenya: Perception of Sweet Potato Farmers and Traders

Myriad studies have been conducted on commodity markets in different parts of the world. However, such studies have yielded inconsistent results on various facets of market structure and market conduct, implying that each market may have its distinctive characteristics which impact on its performance. In Sub-Saharan Africa, the growth of sweet potato industry is hindered by lack of information on sweet potato market structural characteristics. Kenya’s sweet potato industry is facing a similar challenge. This scenario calls for a baseline survey on the sweet potato market structural characteristics and conduct as a basis for subsequent robust studies on the possible nexus between the market structure, conduct and performance of the industry. The study adopted a descriptive survey design based on interpretivism research paradigm. A sample size of 384 farmers, 166 retailers and 55 wholesalers were taken. Pretested questionnaires were used to gather perception of the respondents on various parameters based on a five-point Likert scale. The views were then summarized in terms of means scores. It was established that the sweet potato market was imperfect since there were notable elements of potato differentiation and barriers to entry into the market. Such barriers included competition from other traders and uncertainties in the demand for sweet potato. The situation was exacerbated by lack of suitable storage facilities given the perishable nature of the commodity. High market concentration was noted at the wholesale level, a likely indicator of price collusion and exploitation by the few large sellers that dominated the market. In this regard, there is need to enhance value addition activities that can enable the market players especially the farmers to be more competitive within the supply chain. Efforts should also be made to eliminate the identified market barriers

Increasing Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas) Root Crop Yield Based Scientific Participatory Research

This study aims to improve sweet potato production in the Philippines by identifying the challenges facing sweet potato farmers and providing effective interventions to address these issues. Participatory Action Research (PAR) was used to foster community participation and action and to establish a baseline profile of farmers, assess participation rates, evaluate interventions using high-yield varieties and proper training on the use of the stem-cutting system and staggered planting, and identify challenges after the intervention. The mean age of the participants was 52.44 years old, indicating that they belong to the marginalized adult group, and their average monthly income from sweet potato production was relatively low. In addition to sweet potato farming, the key informants are also engaged in other crop production, such as rice (100%), banana (89%), cassava (67%), corn (67%), taro (67%) and potato (22%). Regarding fertilizer use in sweet potato farming, key informants use urea and complete 14-14-14 fertilizers. Using NSIC Sp-36 and UPL Sp-17 varieties combined with staggered planting and stem-cutting techniques effectively increases sweet potato yield per hectare. The total yield from the scientific interventions was 8,000 kilograms or 8 tons, twice the target yield of 4,000 kilograms or 4 tons. While the adaptation of the farming strategy effectively increased to 160% actual yield, there is a low market demand due to the lack of production takers, which constrained the success of this intervention. Moreover, some farmers could not attend the activity, which is essential to note. These interventions can potentially improve the productivity of sweet potato farming and increase food security and income for small-scale farmers. However, there is a need to intensify the marketing strategy.

Profitabilitas Usahatani: Perbandingan Pendapatan Petani Ubi Cilembu Berdasarkan Teknik Pengairannya

Cilembu's sweet potato is a superior sweet potato variety in West Java that already has marketing and export certification from the Ministry of Agriculture. The majority of farmers make Cilembu's sweet potato as the main cultivation commodity in Cilembu Village. Unfortunately, the value of the R/C ratio of Cilembu's sweet potatoes is still lower than the general varieties of sweet potatoes. In addition, research about the income of Cilembu's sweet potato farmers based on the irrigation technique was used to obtain a more specific profitability comparison. Therefore, the research aims to (1) identify the motivation of farmers, (2) analyze the comparison of farming revenues, (3) analyze the comparison of farming expenses, and (4) analyze the comparison of income and profitability of Cilembu's sweet potato farming based on the irrigation technique. Quantitative descriptive methods and farm income analysis were used to answer the research objectives. The results showed that the majority of farmers have motivation for land suitability, high commodity prices, hereditary factors, and efforts to meet their family needs as reasons for cultivating Cilembu's sweet potato. The total revenue from Cilembu's sweet potato farming using sprinkle water techniques was IDR 126.023.357/season and raindrop farmers to IDR 85.824.193/season. Total expenditure from Cilembu's sweet potato farming activities with sprinkle water technique was IDR 78.767.459/season and IDR 73.891.564 for raindrop farmers. Farming income analysis concluded that sprinkle water farmers have higher incomes than raindrop farmers. Therefore, Cilembu's sweet potato cultivation with sprinkle water technique is certainly more profitable for farmers.