Vietnamese Sweet Potato (Khoai Lang) is globally recognized as a powerhouse superfood. Cultivated across the rich alluvial plains of the Mekong Delta and the fertile soil of the Central Highlands, our sweet potatoes are highly valued for their superior sweetness, creamy texture, and diverse color profiles, serving the needs of the fresh produce, frozen food, and snack industries worldwide.
1. DIVERSE VARIETIES FOR EVERY MARKET NEED
Vietnam offers several popular varieties, each prized for its specific characteristics, texture, and flavor:
| Sweet Potato Variety | Flesh Color | Flavor & Texture Characteristics | Typical Export Applications |
| Purple Sweet Potato | Deep Purple | Moderately sweet taste, starchy/dry texture when boiled. Highly rich in Anthocyanins (antioxidants). | Natural colorant powder, Functional foods, Confectionery, Fresh consumption. |
| Japanese Sweet Potato | Deep Orange/Yellow | High natural sweetness, slightly buttery, sticky/smooth texture. | Fresh consumption (roasting/steaming), Frozen fries/chips. |
| White Flesh Sweet Potato | Off-White | Clean sweet flavor, high crispness. Often used for industrial processing. | Starch, Juices, Raw material for the confectionery industry. |
2. VALUE-ADDED AND PROCESSED PRODUCTS
Vietnamese Sweet Potato is an excellent raw material for the food processing industry, offering high-value-added products:
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Individual Quick Frozen (IQF) Products:
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Fries/Sticks: Pre-cut into standard sizes, par-fried and IQF, ready for restaurants or retail.
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Diced/Wedge: Convenient raw material for soups, stews, or baby food.
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Flour and Starch:
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Flour: Used as a raw ingredient for gluten-free baking, confectionery, and natural coloring agents (from the purple variety).
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Starch (Tapioca Starch): Extracted from white-flesh varieties, used as a thickener and filler in the food and pharmaceutical industries.
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Snacks and Confectionery:
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Crisps/Chips: Vacuum-fried or traditionally crisped, maintaining flavor and color.
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Soft Dried: Sliced and soft-dried, creating a natural, energy-rich snack.
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3. VIETNAM’S COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
Our sweet potatoes stand out due to optimal cultivation conditions and quality control:
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High Nutritional Density: Vietnamese sweet potatoes are excellent sources of Beta-Carotene (Vitamin A), Vitamin C, Manganese, and significant amounts of Dietary Fiber, aligning perfectly with global health trends.
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Pest and Disease Control: Producers are increasingly adopting VietGAP/GlobalGAP standards, ensuring low pesticide residues and safety for direct export markets.
4. PARTNERSHIP AND SUPPLY COMMITMENT
We are committed to delivering premium quality, highly versatile Vietnamese Sweet Potato year-round:
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Stable Supply Chain: Leveraging large, centralized growing areas, we guarantee a continuous and substantial supply of both fresh tubers and processed products.
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Quality Grading: Strict grading ensures consistent size, minimal defects, and maximum shelf life upon arrival.
Choose Vietnamese Sweet Potato for its authentic sweetness, superior nutrition, and unmatched versatility. Contact us to secure your supply of this vital global food commodity.
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