The Baucom lab is assessesing the phenotypic traits of sweet potatoes to determine the best yield in distinct environments. Now we are considering another important quality of the sweet potato–how they taste!

Please help us “Taste the Taters” (Nov 19 @ 5pm). We will taste six different accessions to determine which has the best flavor and texture. With the help of data from the taste test, we will be able to further understand consumer preferences for specific accessions of sweet potatoes. Ultimately, the taste test will help us find and establish varieties most suitable for local cultivation.