Michelle Grainger Featured on AHDB’s The AG Show

by Connor Young | May 12, 2026 | Uncategorized

Michelle Grainger, Executive Director of the North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission, recently appeared as a guest on The AG Show, the official podcast for the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).   Sharing insights on export and opportunity...

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

by Connor Young | Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized

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...

North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission reports bolstered acreage stats ahead of visit to Fruit Logistica

by Connor Young | Apr 16, 2026 | Uncategorized

North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission is set to showcase the state’s flagship variety, Covington, at the upcoming Fruit Logistica 2026 event, following a successful year of harvesting. The Commission, a non-profit organisation of over 300 growers, packers, processors,...

Spring Clean Your Diet: Light and Fresh Sweetpotato Salad Ideas

by Connor Young | May 15, 2025 | Uncategorized

Spring is the season of renewal; longer days, warmer weather, and the perfect excuse to freshen up your meals. It’s time to swap out those heavy winter dishes and embrace lighter, brighter flavours with these healthy spring recipes. From vibrant ingredients to quick...

From Sweetpotato Breakfast to Sweetpotato Dessert: Sweetpotatoes for Every Meal of the Day

by Connor Young | Apr 8, 2025 | Uncategorized

From a wholesome sweetpotato breakfast to indulgent sweetpotato dessert recipes, this versatile root vegetable can be used in all kinds of dishes. When you think of sweetpotatoes, your mind probably goes straight to savoury dishes. But did you know that sweetpotatoes...