However, you could use some general collective nouns that work for vegetables, such as:
* Heap of yams
* Pile of yams
* Basket of yams
* Tub of yams
* Crop of yams
You could also get creative and use a noun that reflects the specific type of yams you're talking about, for example:
* Patch of sweet potatoes (if referring to a field)
* Bundle of yams (if they're tied together)
Ultimately, the best collective noun to use depends on the context and what you're trying to convey.