Naturally nutritious, from North Carolina

Discover why our sweetpotatoes are the best in the world.

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About Sweetpotatoes

Founded in 1961, the North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission is a not-for-profit corporation made up of over 300 sweetpotato producers, along with the packers and business associates that support them. NCSPC is committed to supporting its growers and increasing sweetpotato consumption through education, promotional activities, research, and honourable horticultural practices among its producers.

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Recipes

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Featured Recipe

Sweetpotato Piña Colada

A creamy, alcohol-free piña colada that’s teeming with natural sweetness. Perfect for long summer days.

The one-word spelling of sweetpotato was officially adopted by the National Sweetpotato Collaborators in 1989, to distinguish sweetpotatoes from white potatoes

Sweetpotato versatility

You’ve heard of sweetpotato fries, maybe you also know about sweetpotato soup – but what about sweetpotato brownies? Or even a sweetpotato cocktail? Not only are sweetpotatoes incredibly nutritious, but they’re also one of the most versatile foods around! This one-of-a-kind vegetable is well suited to a wide range of dishes.

Latest news

Sweetpotato Recipes to Brighten Your Spring

Sweetpotato Recipes to Brighten Your Spring

As the days grow longer, our kitchens naturally shift away from the heavy, slow-cooked comforts of winter toward something a bit more vibrant. Spring is all about renewal and fresh starts, and there is no better ingredient to anchor your seasonal transition than the...

Purple Sweetpotato Hits Co‑op Shelves for the first time as Consumer Curiosity Climbs 33% Year‑on‑Year

The North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission has announced a new partnership with Co‑op to introduce Sweet Majesty purple sweetpotatoes to its convenience stores for the first time. Available to Co-op shoppers from this week, the launch reflects the Commission’s ongoing commitment to showcasing new and flavour‑forward sweetpotato varieties. Newly released 2026 market insights have revealed UK...

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Check out our recipes

Now you know the secrets to having farm fresh sweetpotatoes all year round, you’re ready to start creating delicious, and nutritious, recipes featuring sweetpotatoes.