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The effect of varying levels of salt and sugar mixed with litter materials on the growth performance of Cobb-Vantress broilers and on the reduction of odor and fly infestation
(Central Philippine University, 2007-10)
This study was conducted to determine the effect of different levels of salt and sugar mixed with litter materials on the growth of broilers and on the reduction of odor and fly infestation. Treatments were laid out in a ...
A comparative study on the effectiveness of nature farming and conventional farming technologies on the growth and yield of Dapit-saka rice selection
(Central Philippine University, 2007-10)
The agronomic characteristics and yield of Dapit Saka rice selection grown using the conventional farming and nature farming methods were compared and the effect of the different nature farming concoctions against rice pests and natural enemies were evaluated from November 2002 to February 2003 in Bongco, Pototan, Iloilo. Results revealed that rice whorl maggots (Hydrellia philippina), white leafhoppers (Cofana spectra), green leafhoppers (Nephotettix virescens), brown planthopper (Nilaparvata lugens), rice stemborers (Scirpophaga innotata) and grasshoppers (Oxya hyla intricata) were found feeding on rice. Natural enemies observed included a mirid bug (Cyrtorhinus lividipennis), lady beetle (Micraspis crocea), damselfly (Agriocnemis spp.), ground beetle (Ophionea nigrofasciata), vespid wasp and spiders (Lynx spiders, Oxyopes spp.; dwarf spider, Atypena formosana; Orb spider, Argiope catenulata; and long-jawed spider, Tetragnatha maxillosa). It was noted that the use of nature farming technology and the absence of pesticides in the control resulted in more natural enemies. However, plants grown in conventional farming were significantly taller, had the most number of tillers, and heaviest panicles. These resulted in the highest grain yield of 3,466 kg/ha, a net income of P19,643.00 and an ROI of 130.80 % . These values exceeded those of plants in the nature farming technology by 1,641 kg/ha, P 5,612.65 and 25.80%, respectively....
Cost and return analysis of olericulture project of the Aklan State University
(2002)
The income generating projects of the Aklan State University (ASU) has been operating for decade ago. Yet, its names were established quite lately along with the rising popularity of the college as a leading agricultural ...
Attendance in Family Development Sessions (FDS) and levels of well-being of 4P’s beneficiaries in Silay City, Negros Occidental
(2016)
This descriptive-correlational study was conducted to determine the attendance in Family Development Sessions (FDS) and levels of well-being of 4P’s beneficiaries in Silay City, Negros Occidental. The study was limited ...
A study on the invertebrate and vertebrate biodiversity of the Jalaur River system of Iloilo, Panay, Philippines
(Silliman University, 2010-01)
This study, conducted from July to November 2009, aimed to explore the diversity of large aquatic and terrestrial organisms found in microhabitats along the Jalaur River System on Panay Island, Philippines. We adopted a purposive sampling approach using several collection techniques appropriate to particular taxa or group of taxa. These include the netting method for birds and bats, cruising and transect methods for herpetofauna, gill-net fishing for aquatic vertebrates and quadrat method for macro- invertebrates. Data were analyzed for species richness (S) and relative abundance, and for fish, catch per unit effort (CPUE) and income per unit effort (IPUE). Three areas, representing the upper, middle, and lower portions of the river, served as the sampling sites. The results of the study show that there are at least 106 species of terrestrial vertebrates and about 71 species of aquatic vertebrates and macro-invertebrates in the area. These include 22 endemic species of terrestrial vertebrates, a new Philippine record of the goby Trypauchenopsis intermedia and an undescribed goby of the genus Rhinogobius. Of the 51 species of fish observed in the area, 36 species (70.59%) are known to inhabit marine and brackish water habitats, while 14 species (27.45%) inhabit freshwater. Only one catadromous species of fish, Anguilla marmorata, was observed in the area. The study also identified nine exotic species of fish and two species of freshwater mollusks are harvested in the area. The terrestrial vertebrate species diversity appears to be depauperate....
Socio-economic assessment of the households along the Jalaur River system, Province of Iloilo, Panay Island
(Silliman University, 2010-01)
The socio-economic aspect of the study was conducted to organizational and socio-political involvement, economic activities and use of the river system resources by the dependent population; perceived importance of the ...
Determinants of Sloping Agricultural Land Technology (SALT) adoption in the Philippines
(1987)
Sloping Agricultural Land Technology (SALT) is one variant of agroforestry developed by and practiced at the Mindanao Baptist Rural Life Center (MBRLC) in Bansalan, Davao del Sur since 1978, SALT has four-fold objectives: to minimize soil erosion, to restore soil fertility, to produce food sustainability, and to generate decent incomes for upland families (Watson and Laquihon, 1985).
"To achieve its objectives, this upland farming system grows diversified food crops (both short and permanent crops) between thick contour rows of leguminous shrubs and trees spaced 3 to 4 meters apart."
When these leguminous shrubs and trees (preferably a combination of Leucaena, Gliricidia, Sesbania, Flemingia, Rensonii, etc.) are 1.5 to 2 meters tall, they are cut to about 40 centimeters from the ground. Their trimmings provide excellent mulch, green manure, and organic materials for the crops in the alleyway. Meanwhile, their roots and stems effectively hold the soil in place.
More importantly, the crops grown in the alleys provide the family with adequate food and income. Presently, the average annual net income of the 9-year-old SALT demonstration fa rm in Kinuskusan, Bansalan, Davao del Sur, is P14,000 per hectare. This net income is over nine times higher than the average net income of the traditional upland farming system which is only P1,600.00 per hectare per year.
Statement of the Problem
SALT is found technically feasible and economically viable at the MBRLC experimental fields since its development in 1978. However, it seems that the technology is not so socially acceptable, especially during the first five years of its existence. The adoption rate of SALT by the upland farmers leaves much to be desired. Watson and Laquihon (1981) noted:
"Thousands of farmers have visited our demonstration SALT. During such visits, some become so excited that they hopped from one alley to the next without waiting for the tour guide. To our knowledge, of the thousands who had visited our SALT farm, no farmer criticized the system; but neither did many return home to establish a SALT project."
Interestingly, however, at the middle of the year 1982 many national and even international organizations and their respective farmer-cooperators started to adopt SALT (Table 1). In fact, Rev. Watson has gained international recognition for his pioneering role in SALT and was conferred the prestigious “Ramon Magsaysay Foundation Award for International Understanding” in 1985 for encouraging adoption of SALT.
An important question should then be asked: What makes upland farmers adopt technologies like SALT? Studies proposing to seek answers to this and related questions concerning upland development are timely and in order. Hence, this research.
The problem of this study, therefore was focused on the inquiry on what are the determinants of SALT adoption in the Philippines according to the viewpoints of its adopters.
More importantly the study focused on the following questions:
1. What is the demographic and socio-cultural profile of the SALT adopters?
2. How were the determinants for SALT adoption formulated?
3. How did the Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao groups vary in their perception of the rank in importance of the determinants?
4. How did the Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao groups vary in the number and rank of SALT practices adopted?
5. How did the SALT adoption affect the income of the adopters?
6. What relevant problems affecting SALT adoption did SALT adopters encounter?...
Briquette production by the informal sector: The case of UCLA in Iloilo City, Philippines
(2017-05-18)
The construction and operation of a sanitary landfill (SLF) in the Philippines presents concerns on the regulation of the activities of the informal sector in the area. In anticipation of these directives, an association ...
Feasibility of biomass briquette production from municipal waste streams by integrating the informal sector in the Philippines
(Molecular Diversity Preservation International (MDPI), 2017-02-24)
A technical and socio-economic feasibility study of biomass briquette production was performed in Iloilo City, Philippines, by integrating a registered group of the informal sector. The study has shown that the simulated ...
Job change and self-control of waste pickers: Evidence from a field experiment in the Philippines
(Business Perspectives, 2018-06-15)
Environmental policies may have a negative side effect on employment, often in a specific industry in the short run. Workers in regulated industries can be affected by losses in job-specific human capital. The informal ...