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Yam sack farming is the growing of yam in sacks. The beauty of this method is that it allows even those with limited space to enjoy the benefits of homegrown yams.
Growing yams in sacks is not just a practical solution, it is also an eco-friendly and resource-efficient method.

By using sacks, you can save water and space and even reduce the risk of pests and diseases.

Here is a step-by-step guide to help you grow yams successfully in sacks:

Step 1 – Selecting the appropriate sacks is the first step in successful yam cultivation. Get cement sacks or rice sacks, the bigger the sack(s) the better. You can get sacks from old garri, semo, and bean bags.

Step 2 – Before you begin planting, take a moment to select the right yam variety for your growing conditions. Here are a few popular choices to consider:

Dioscorea alata (Water Yam): Known for its smooth, tender flesh and sweet flavour.

Dioscorea rotundata (White Yam): Has a dry, starchy texture and is often used in traditional dishes.

Dioscorea cayenensis (Yellow Yam): Features a yellowish flesh and a milder flavour.

Then get ash from burnt charcoal and rub on the yam heads which have been cut in small sizes.

Step 3 – Fill the sacks with healthy soil.

Step 4 – You either bury the yam heads or cut your yam into small sizes, rub the ash on the piece, then bury deep in the sack filled with soil.

Step 5 – Proper care is essential for the successful growth of your yams. Yams love consistent moisture, so be sure to keep the soil evenly moist without overdoing it. Make sure the sacks have proper drainage to prevent waterlogging. Place the sacks outside where it can access rain and sunlight.

Step 6 – Provide : As the yam plants grow, they will need to prevent them from sprawling. Install stakes or trellises around the sacks and gently tie the vines to encourage upward growth. As soon as it starts springing leaves, attach a stick to it, so the leaves can climb.

to perforate, make holes around the bag, to avoid water logging and decay and loss of the seedlings.

Other things can be planted this way too. Such as Potatoes, corn, okro, spinach.

There is lesser disease and pest infestation with yam sack farming nonetheless, regularly check your yam plants for any signs of pests or diseases. Common yam pests may include armyworm, nematodes, aphids etc. If issues arise, address them with organic pest control methods or consult a professional if necessary.

Patience pays off! Your yam plants are usually ready for harvest 6-8 months after planting.

https://thenationonlineng.net/quick-steps-to-grow-yams-in-sacks-for-harvest-within-6-8months/

U should have included pictures. I'm interested in the topic.
Thank you

Educating

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHzV2DI0EEg?si=mP6A5Q_Lvw_LAF4S

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How many you grow...well, thanks for the information shaaa, try grow Yam ooo. Everyone day H

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I wanted to marry a benue woman because of yam, with this innovation I'll think twice. The distance from rivers to benue no be here

I have done it before but it didn't yield well I did not provide space for d drainage and d soil was to concentrated, please can you tell me the right time to plant it? Do well to drop ur number please

Why rub the yam set with ash?

Nice one

Won't it be more expensive?, considering the fact that he has to pay for sacks, rent the farm land etc

mctech:
Why rub the yam set with ash?

To prevent it from decaying

The fresh part is prone to being decayed without you doing this

Lovely

Mctech

Saw this same topic on twitter with one Dr. Lady!

slim75d:
I wanted to marry a benue woman because of yam, with this innovation I'll think twice. The distance from rivers to benue no be here

If you are truly in love, the distance is short.

This is called thinking out of the box ... It sounds like a brilliant idea

It's encouraging and you can try this within the compound.

Great100000:

https://thenationonlineng.net/quick-steps-to-grow-yams-in-sacks-for-harvest-within-6-8months/

Thank you, boss.

Franzinni:
This is called thinking out of the box ... It sounds like a brilliant idea

More like thinking inside the sack

D's one na for Yam lovers

Great100000:

https://thenationonlineng.net/quick-steps-to-grow-yams-in-sacks-for-harvest-within-6-8months/

What are organic pest control methods?

sonnie10:

More like thinking inside the sack

OPICANTO2223:
Won't it be more expensive?, considering the fact that he has to pay for sacks, rent the farm land etc

Good question.

Good one. Check out the video below to see how size of sack affects the yam output.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd-KGAmjh9c?si=Pl_SeCKxPonOA1-r

slim75d:
I wanted to marry a benue woman because of yam, with this innovation I'll think twice. The distance from rivers to benue no be here

What an excuse, so u been wan marry just because of yam??
😂😂😂😂😂

You should marry because of love not because of any other thing attached, if not you will regret it afterwards

I love farming!

I will grow like 5 this year to test the efficiency and stability of this method. Let's see if it can be consistent.

please must it be yam head?can we buy a big yam,cut it into twenty pieces,and plant eat piece in a sack?

Nigerian youth haba just because of yam

slim75d:
I wanted to marry a benue woman because of yam, with this innovation I'll think twice. The distance from rivers to benue no be here