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Technology package	AFRICAN YAM MANAGEMENT PACKAGE
Summary	Native to West Africa, the white yam Dioscorea rotundata was introduced into Papua New Guinea in 1986. It is commonly known as the African yam in PNG. NARI has released two varieties.

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		African yam	Establishes vigorously and grows well under PNG conditions Yields up to 50% more than common local varieties of native yam species Has good firm cooked texture and well-liked taste There is strong market demand both as food and for planting material Has proven tolerance to drought conditions.