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Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.

The Story of Tar Heel Sweet Potatoes: We’re #1

Record #:
31605
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Abstract:
In 1962, sweet potato growers began promotion efforts and formed the North Carolina Yam Commission, Inc. Since then, North Carolina has become a leader in the nation’s sweet potato industry. This article discusses how the sweet potato industry is financed, governed, and operated, and describes current research in sweet potato breeding.
Source:
Carolina Country (NoCar HD 9688 N8 C38x), Vol. 9 Issue 11, Nov 1977, p18-19, por