Impact of Storage Methods on Sweet Potato Spoilage in Plateau State Nigeria

Spoilage of sweet potato could be enormous when inadequate methods storage are used. This research investigated impact on spoilage in three major markets Plateau State Nigeria. Data for the study were obtained from sellers Yan Doya market, New market and Farin Gada through administration questionnaires. Analysis data was carried out using descriptive statistics, Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC), F-test t-test Multiple Linear Regression (MLR) with backward elimination procedure. Results statistics showed that majority adopted use sack their goods. The second method commonly used area found to root cellar method. Pair-wise application PPMC indicated positively correlated which suggested existence relationship among variables. did not occur by chance between variables hence aided determination independent mainly influenced dependent variable study. From MLR procedure, spoilages sacks cellars total Therefore, policy holders need offer agricultural extension services would provide modern facilities or educate best way both basket potato.