Potato production in Vandeikya Local Government

Area of Benue State as well as methods, varieties,

challenges and potential values of the crop, its impact on

the economy. The historical methodology along with

multidisciplinary approach was adopted and qualitative

data analysis employing primary and secondary sources

provided narrative of the social, economic, and

environmental factors that have shaped Sweet Potato

cultivation and distribution in the area. The study has

shown that the use of traditional farming implements is

prevalent in the area and this has limited the quality and

quantity of yield. The paper also concluded that Sweet

Potato is a source of food security and income to many

farmers in the area among other impacts.

Challenges faced by producers include pest and disease management, land

insufficiency, and lack of access to credit and markets. One

of the key contributions of the paper to the body of

knowledge is that, it highlights some of the major

challenges affecting Sweet Potato production in the area.

Recommendations are for collaborative effort by the

government, farmers and stakeholders to take measures

to address the challenges ensuring maximal impact of the

crop on the region.