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Efficacy of aqueous flower extract of African marigold (Tagetes erecta L.) against cotton aphid (Aphis gossypii Glover) and green peach aphid (Myzus persicae Sulzer) of sweet pepper (Capsicum annuum L.)
(2020)
This study was conducted from July 23 to October 15, 2019 at Central Philippine University urban garden near Gate 6, Jaro, Iloilo City. The objective of the study was to determine the efficacy of aqueous flower extracts ...
Design modification, fabrication and performance evaluation of the Newtech Pulp Inc.’s first generation manually-fed abaca (Musa textilis Nee) decorticating machine
(2020)
The design modification of the first generation manually-fed abaca decorticating machine provided abaca farmers a more portable, lightweight and low-cost decorticating machine with simple operating principle. It is composed ...
In vitro efficacy of dehydrated and freeze-dried ginger (Zingiber officinale Roscoe) powder against Ascaridia galli in Philippine native chickens (Gallus gallus domesticus Linn)
(2020)
The general objective of the study was to evaluate the in vitro efficacy dehydrated and freeze-dried ginger (Zingiber officinale R) powder against Ascaridia galli S. The experimental treatments were 20 mg/ml, 40 mg/ml and ...
Growth performance of native chicken chicks as influenced by different levels of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) as feed additive
(2020)
This study was conducted from February 21, 2020 to March 21, 2020 at Pulao, Dumangas, Iloilo to determine the growth performance of broiler native chicken chicks as influenced by different levels of turmeric (Curcuma longa ...
Design, fabrication, and performance evaluation of a cassava digger attached to a tractor prime mover
(2020)
The study was conducted to design and evaluate the field test performance of the designed cassava digger attached to a tractor prime mover in harvesting cassava tuberous roots. The fabrication was done at a machine shop ...
Hatching and survival of African catfish eggs and larvae (Clarias gariepinus Lin.) exposed to different disinfectants during incubation
(2020)
This study presents results on the hatching and survival rates (%) of African catfish eggs and larvae (Clarias gariepinus) exposed to different disinfectants (T1 - Methylene blue, T2 - Water conditioner, T3-Salt) during ...
Socio-demographic profile and the issues and concerns of the LGBTQI community in the Municipality of Estancia, Iloilo
(2020)
This paper determined the issues and concerns of LGBTQI community in the Municipality of Estancia, Iloilo. This is a descriptive correlation research study. The issues and concerns of LGBTQI were categorized into seven; ...
Electromagnetic effects on seed germination of moringa cultivars
(International Society for Horticultural Science, 2021-04)
Most recently, electromagnetic application in agriculture has increased since plant features were altered significantly in response to pre-sowing seed treatment. Moringa has an extraordinary range of industrial and medicinal uses. This miracle tree is an extremely precious plant with great nutritive importance. The aim of this study was to determine the effect of pre-sowing magnetic field (MF) treatments on seed germination and seedling growth in Moringa oleifera, M. peregrina and M. oleifera cultivar 'Periyakulam-1' (PKM-1). These laboratory experiments were carried out at the premises of the Sara bint Rached bin Ghonaim Research Chair for Cultivating non-Traditional Medicinal and Aromatic plants (SRC), PSAU, Alkharj (24°15'N, 47°30'E), KSA. Three treatments were established using a 75 mT (millitesla) MF with 30 min exposure duration to the seeds of: MFO (T1): seeds of Moringa oleifera; MFP (T2): seeds of M. peregrina; MFPKM (T3): seeds of PKM 1. The obtained results exhibited significant effects on most of the germination parameters; mean germination time (MGT), seedling vigour index (SVI), energy of germination (EG), and final germination percentage (FGP). M. peregrina exhibited the best attributes for most parameters compared to Moringa oleifera and M. oleifera cultivar 'Periyakulam-1' (PKM-1). These findings indicate the possible use of MF treatments for the seed germination and seedling growth of moringa that should be considered in further research studies....
A study on the nutritional quality of Moringa oleifera and Moringa peregrina
(International Society for Horticultural Science, 2021-04-15)
A study was conducted to determine and compare the growth characteristics and nutritional quality of M. oleifera and M. peregrina. Three moringa cultivars consisting of two M. oleifera cultivars (‘PKM-1’ and ‘Local’) and one M. peregrina cultivar were evaluated in pot experiments using a randomized complete block design with four replications. Pruning and sampling of leaves for biomass yield and nutritional quality analysis were performed when plants attained a height of 1 m. Young and fully expanded green leaves were sampled for nutritional analysis and biochemical components. Results showed that plant height and number of leaves differed significantly between the three cultivars. ‘PKM-1’ and the ‘Local’ cultivar were taller than M. peregrina, whereas, ‘PKM-1’ and M. peregrina produced a higher number of leaves than the ‘Local’ cultivar. There were no significant differences in the number of side branches among cultivars. Although there were no significant differences in leaf fresh weight among cultivars, M. peregrina and ‘PKM-1’ had a tendency of higher leaf fresh weight than the ‘Local’ cultivar. Both cultivars had significantly higher dry leaf biomass than the ‘Local’ cultivar. Significant differences in calcium, iron and anti-oxidant activity were found between the three cultivars. ‘PKM-1’ contained higher calcium than M. peregrina and the ‘Local’ cultivar. ‘PKM-1’ also contained higher iron than M. peregrina, but not significant compared to the ‘Local’ cultivar. Both ‘PKM-1’ and M. peregrina had significantly higher anti-oxidant activity than the ‘Local’ cultivar. Significant differences were also observed in nitrogen free extract, crude protein and crude fat. Nitrogen free extract content was higher in M. peregrina than in ‘PKM-1’ and ‘Local’ cultivar. The ‘Local’ cultivar contained higher crude fat than ‘PKM-1’ and M. peregrina. This study indicated that moringa cultivars differ in growth characteristics, selected nutritional qualities and biochemical components. Further studies should investigate and determine other nutritional qualities that are not covered including vitamins, amino acids and important anti-oxidants....
Moringa research and development project at Central Philippine University: Progress, challenges and opportunities
(International Society for Horticultural Science, 2021-04-15)
Moringa is a common backyard tree crop in the Philippines and is grown by many home owners as a source of green leafy vegetable. Although moringa is a popular crop, little research studies have been conducted in central Philippines. The College of Agriculture, Resources and Environmental Sciences at Central Philippine University initiated a research project in 2009 to: 1) identify and evaluate promising cultivars of moringa adapted to the growing conditions of Western Visayas and 2) develop improved crop management practices for increasing yield and production. Germplasm collection and evaluation identified promising cultivars with desirable horticultural characteristics from India, Laos, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand and USA. From this field evaluation one promising cultivar, 'PKM-1' from India, was grown at four plant densities to determine leaf biomass production as influenced by plant density and harvest frequency. Maximum plant density of 40,000 plants ha<sup>-1</sup> and harvest frequency of 8 week intervals produced a high leaf biomass yield. A separate study was conducted to determine and compare the nutritional quality of Moringa oleifera and Moringa peregrina. Significant differences in calcium, iron and anti-oxidant activity were found between the species. Moringa oleifera 'PKM-1' contained higher calcium and iron than M. peregrina. Training workshops and seminars were conducted to transfer the technology and educate farmers on the multiple uses and benefits of moringa. The university has established linkages with the World Vegetable Center (Taiwan), Department of Agriculture and local NGOs in promoting moringa as a high-value crop. The university has proposed to organize a regional R&D center for moringa to address the challenges and opportunities facing moringa growers in areas of improved cultivars, seed production and propagation, crop management practices, post-harvest processing and quality, marketing and value chain enhancement....