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A Decade of Success:

Compendium of Agriculture and Fisheries

R&D Projects Supported by the

Bureau of Agricultural Research

from 2005 to 2014

A Decade of Success:

Compendium of Agriculture and Fisheries R&D Projects
Supported by the Bureau of Agricultural Research from 2005 to 2014

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FOREWORD

NICOMEDES P. ELEAZAR, Ph.D., CESO IV
Director
Bureau of Agricultural Research

Over the years, the Department of Agriculture-Bureau of Agricultural Research (DA-BAR) has
supported projects that generated relevant technologies and initiated interventions that are
making significant impacts and have been benefitting the lives of the country’s farmers and
fisherfolk. Farms, especially in the rural areas, continue to reap the fruits of increased production and
improved productivity through these technology-based interventions.

Looking at the need to appropriately disseminate these technologies and inform the stakeholders
of what has been done in the area of research and development (R&D) during the last decade,
BAR, together with the Regional Field Offices (RFOs), Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resource
(BFAR), and state universities and colleges (SUCs), put together this rich and vast information into
a publication, “A Decade of Success: A Compendium of Agriculture and Fisheries R&D Projects
Supported by the Bureau of Agricultural Research from 2005-2014.”

The compendium serves as a 10-year portfolio of all the BAR-supported completed R&D projects
implemented by its partner institutions. It serves as a reference for policy makers, farmers, fisherfolk,
research institutions, entrepreneurs, academe, organizations, and other interest groups. More
importantly, the compendium is a concrete proof of R&D’s accomplishments in the last decade that
are geared towards improving the agri-fishery sector. This compilation of BAR-supported projects
contains concise information including project summaries, technology description and application,
as well as intended beneficiaries.

As the material allows for quick reference and easier information retrieval, the publication provides
ready-to-access information on technologies generated from R&D and caters to the technology
needs of the stakeholders.
Aside from the book form, BAR has also tapped the information and communications technology
(ICT) as a tool to bring this compendium to a wider reach through the development of a web-based
information system. The system serves as the database containing all the information found in the
compendium.

Let me extend my gratitude to all the people behind the production of this compendium — truly, a
concrete accomplishments of what we have been doing and what we will be doing to strengthen the
R&D Sector.
May this publication further promote the crucial role that R&D plays in fostering innovation and
productivity in the agriculture and fishery sector. May this book and its web-based information
system serve its purpose well!

Thank you and Mabuhay!

MESSAGE

VILMA M. DIMACULANGAN
Regional Executive Director
Department of Agriculture Regional Field
Office IV-A

Greetings from the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office No. IV-A (DA RFO IV-A)!

Through the years, DA RFO IV-A has continuously provided assistance to many farming communities
in CALABARZON. The invaluable contributions of the office have led to the richness of agriculture
in the region despite its steady industrial growth and urbanization in recent years.

The office’s dedication to achieve a competitive and self-sufficient agriculture sector is best
exemplified by many farmers and fisherfolk being empowered to become ‘agri-preneurs’.

Today, CALABARZON farming is no longer just about producing food and non-food products
for the consumption of the public; for today, CALABARZON farmers are equipped with the right
information and the right technologies to produce, process, and even market their own products –
all thanks to the dedication of the Department of Agriculture and its attached agencies.

In this book, “A Decade of Success: A Compendium of Agriculture and Fisheries R&D Projects
Supported by the Bureau of Agricultural Research from 2005-2014,” we will show you some of the
information and technologies that have led to the success of modern day CALABARZON farmers
and fisherfolk.

We hope that through this book, more farmers and fisherfolk in CALABARZON will be empowered
to adopt the technologies and eventually actively involve themselves in the initiatives aimed at
transforming their lives, their families, and the community as a whole.

MESSAGE

WILFREDO M. CRUZ
Regional Director
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
Region IV-A

The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Region IV-A (BFAR 4A) thru the Regional
Fisheries Research and Development Center (RFRDC) extends our warmest greetings to the
Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office No. IV-A (DA RFO IV-A) for this publication
“A Decade of Success: A Compendium of Agriculture and Fisheries R&D Projects Supported by the
Bureau of Agricultural Research from 2005-2014.”

BFAR 4A is a witness to the technologies that the DA-RFO IV-A and BAR have generated
throughout the Philippines particularly in CALABARZON; and a partaker as well in the generation
of technologies in the fisheries field. Technology generation is not a very simple matter because it
entails careful planning and flexibility in implementation. It is because we understand this that we
give our utmost acknowledgement to all the scientists, researchers and most importantly to the
partner farmers and fisherfolk who helped in this scientific endeavor.

The conduct of a fisheries project under the Community-based Participatory Action Research
(CPAR) program of BAR is one of the milestones in the history of BFAR 4A. The CPAR Project on
the Culture of High-value Finfishes and Crustaceans in Cages and Brackishwater Ponds conducted
in Sariaya, Quezon in 2011-2012 proved to be one of the most challenging projects the Agency has
encountered primarily because of its participatory nature. Not only did the fisherfolk organization
in Sariaya participated the implementation per se of the project, but they were also involved during
the planning, problem-solving, marketing, and business aspect of the project. We are proud to say
that learning occurred in a three-way process: BFAR 4A learned from the fisherfolk, the fisherfolk
learned from us, and both learned from the CPAR participatory process.

We are thus, grateful to be part of this Compendium that highlights the innovative technologies
and the partnership between the scientists and farmers/fisherfolk in CALABARZON. We truly
hope that readers will appreciate and get inspired by this book especially the farmers who can
adopt the technologies featured here. We hope that our scientists and researchers continue to
produce and develop economically viable technologies.

Lastly, we hope that the R&D field continue to flourish in the coming years!

MESSAGE

LUCIA A. CAMPOMANES
Regional Technical Director
for Research and Regulatory
Department of Agriculture RFO IV-A

Congratulations to the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office No. IV-A (DA RFO IV-A)
on the publication of this book “A Decade of Success: A Compendium of Agriculture and Fisheries
R&D Projects Supported by the Bureau of Agricultural Research from 2005-2014.”

This book is a celebration of both scientists and end-users of technologies. It shows the progress
made not only by the researchers in coming up with innovative technologies aimed at enhancing
the state of agriculture in CALABARZON, but also by the farmers, fisherfolk, and other members of
the community in doing their part as beneficiaries of the technologies.

Likewise, in this knowledge bank, you will see what R&D has to offer in CALABARZON and what
already worked as demonstrated by the farmers’ acceptance or adoption of the technologies.

Compliments also to the researchers and staff from the Southern Tagalog Integrated Agricultural
Research Center (STIARC) and the Agricultural Research and Experiment Stations in Cavite,
Lipa (Batangas), Quezon, and Rizal, for generating the agricultural technologies outlined in this
publication.

Moreover, salute to all the farmers and beneficiaries who helped make the R&D efforts of DA RFO
IV-A fruitful, by adopting the technologies generated.

May this book inspire more researchers to develop more technologies, and more farmers to adopt
the fruits of their research.

May these researches from the past decade pave the way for more successes in R&D in the decades
to come!

MESSAGE

DIGNA P. NARVACAN
Center Manager
Southern Tagalog Integrated Agricultural
Research Center

Congratulations to all the researchers and staff of the Department of Agriculture Regional Field
Office No. IV-A (DA RFO IV-A), Southern Tagalog Integrated Agricultural Research Center (STIARC)
and the Agricultural Research and Experiment Stations for making this publication possible.

This publication, “A Decade of Success: A Compendium of Agriculture and Fisheries R&D Projects
Supported by the Bureau of Agricultural Research from 2005-2014,” is one of the evidences
that we are now a step closer towards achieving a self-sufficient agriculture for our farmers and
fisherfolk in CALABARZON.

Highlighting the R&D efforts of DA RFO IV-A and DA-BAR, this compendium shows what can
be achieved if R&D results are not merely stored in libraries, but instead shared and used by the
community. It will give an overview of the triumphs and failures that researchers faced just to
deliver the service that our farmers and fisherfolk need and deserve.

Likewise, this compendium will show what we have achieved so far in changing the face of
agriculture in CALABARZON, where tradition dictates that farmers only plant and harvest their
crops. It will show that today, through the technologies outlined in this book, our farmers and
fisherfolk break free from that tradition. They are now ‘agri-preneurs’ who produce, process, and
market their products.

Just imagine where we are now if our researchers have not decided decades ago to extend to the
end-users the fruits of R&D? We hope that this compendium will inspire more researchers to do
the same in order to achieve a competitive and sustainable agriculture in CALABARZON.

MESSAGE

HANNIBAL M. CHAVEZ, DFT

Manager
Regional Fisheries Research and Development Center
Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources
Region IV-A

In behalf of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Region IV-A (BFAR 4A), the Regional
Fisheries Research and Development Center (RFRDC) would like to congratulate the Department
of Agriculture Regional Field Office No. IV-A (DA RFO IV-A) for publishing this book- “A Decade
of Success: A Compendium of Agriculture and Fisheries R&D Projects Supported by the Bureau of
Agricultural Research from 2005-2014.”

BFAR 4A-RFRDC was relatively new to Community-based Participatory Action Research (CPAR)
when it was conducted in Sariaya, Quezon in 2011-2012 thru the project “Culture of High-value
Finfishes and Crustaceans in Cages and Brackishwater Ponds”. It posed a challenge to the whole
RFRDC staff because of its community participation aspect. As a result, not only the fisherfolk of
Sariaya learned from the project, but also the RFRDC staff as well.

Indeed, we are fortunate that we have been a part of CPAR in Region IV-A and we thank DA IV-A
especially the Bureau of Agricultural Research for making this possible. We hope that we have
contributed to the development of the R&D sector in the region. May this Compendium serve as a
good reference to scientists, researchers and farmers in developing more innovative technologies
and fostering partnership between the government and the communities.

May efforts like these continue for the development of the R&D sector. Congratulations!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD v
vi
MESSAGE from the Regional Executive Dirctor, DA RFO IV-A vii
MESSAGE from the Regional Director, DA-BFAR IV-A viii
ix
MESSAGE from the Regional Technical Director, DA RFO IV-A x
MESSAGE from the Center Manager, DA RFO IV-A - STIARC
5
MESSAGE from the Center Manager, DA-BFAR IV-A- RFRDRC
INTRODUCTION 6
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
7
CROPS Development and Promotion of Adlay (Coix lacryma-jobi L) as Staple Food in
Cereals CALABARZON Region 8
10
Fertilization Strategies for Yellow Corn Production in CALABARZON
12
Calibration of Fertilizer Recommendation for N,P,K Using Yield Response to
Corn in CALABARZON 14
16
Community-based Participatory Action Research on Rice-Rice + Duck
Farming Systems in Tanay, Rizal 18
20
Adaptability Trial of White and Special Types of Corn
22
Adaptation and Dissemination of Newly Developed Improved White Corn
Varieties as Alternative Source of Staple Food in Quezon 24

Community-based Participatory Action Research on Green Corn-Yellow Corn 26
+ Legumes Integrated Cropping Systems in Brgy. Bunggo, Calamba City
28
Enhancing Strategies for Corn Seed System in CALABARZON 30

Site Specific Nutrient Management Strategies for Hybrid Yellow Corn 32
Production in Tayabas, Quezon 34
36
Testing and Evaluation of Sweet Sorghum Varieties for Ethanol and Grains 38

Fruit Crops Community-Based Participatory Action Research on Citrus-based Farming 40
Systems (Pummelo+ Vegetables+ Native Chicken) in Rosario, Batangas 42

Community -based Participatory Action Research on Tissue-Cultured
Lakatan + Pinakbet Vegetables under Coco-based Farming System in
Magdalena, Majayjay and Pagsanjan, Laguna

Enhancing Marketability of Lanzones Fruits Through Application of Proper
Post- harvest Practices and Technologies

Assessment of Bunchy Top and Bugtok Diseases of ‘Saba’ Banana and
Piloting of their Integrated Management in Macalelon, Quezon

Agribusiness Development Project on Lanzones in CALABARZON

Enhancing the Tamarind Industry in Lobo, Batangas: Development and
Commercialization of Tamarind-based Products

Utilization and Processing of Indian Mango for Commercialization
Sapinit (Rubus rosifolius JE Sm) Production and Utilization Project

Legumes Development of Commercial Organic Soybean in Region IV-A

Medicinal Development of Sustainable Peanut Production, Post-harvest Handling and
Plants Processing Technology
Special Product Lines From Philippine Oregano ( Coleus aromaticus Benth. )

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Plantation Important Medicinal Plants in Southern Tagalog, Conservation and 44
Crops Mass Production for Development and Commercialization of New
Products 46
Rootcrops 48
Vegetables Community-Based Participatory Action Research on Rehabilitation of
Coffee in Brgy. Asis II, Mendez, Cavite 50
52
Community-Based Participatory Action Research on Coffee-based
Farming System in Brgy. Lumipa, General Aguinaldo, Cavite 54
56
Community-based Participatory Action Research (CPAR) on 58
Improved Farming Technologies for Coffee-based Farming Systems
(Coffee + Blackpepper + Tissue Cultured Lakatan) in Alfonso, Cavite 60
62
Complete Development of Coco Jam 64

Community-Based Participatory Action Research on Coconut - 66
Based farming Systems (Coconut + Cacao + Vegetables + Native 68
Chicken) and Vermicompost Production in Polillo, Quezon
70
Agribusiness Development Project on Sustainable Cacao Production 72
System 74

Promotion of Organic Production Technology for Coffee and Cacao 76
Under Coconut Plantations in Candelaria, Quezon
78
Productivity Enhancement and Development of Makapuno-based 80
Products at Southern Tagalog Integrated Agricultural Research
Center

Field Performance of the Embryo-Cultured In Vitro Dwarf Macapuno
at QAES and LAES and its Mass Production

Production of Embryo Cultured Makapuno Seedlings and
Enhancement of Potential Makapuno Meat Products

Community-based Participatory Action Research (CPAR) on
Improved Arrowroot Production Technologies and Enhancement of
Arrowroot Starch/Flour in Catanauan, Quezon

Assessment of Pesticide Usage of Vegetable Farmers in
CALABARZON

Establishment of Codes of Practice for Pinakbet Vegetables in
Support to Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) Implementation in
Luzon Cluster

Multi-location Adaptability Trial of Singapore Vegetable Varieties,
Coriander and Sweet Potato Japanese Variety

Production, Marketing and Consumption Analysis for Selected
“Pinakbet” Fresh Vegetables

LIVESTOCK Productivity Enhancement and Development of Enhancing Goat
POULTRY Production Through Integrated Management Using CPAR Approach

Comparative Performance and Community-Based Production of
Native Chicken in Luzon
Women-led Community-based Native Chicken Using Natural
Farming Technologies

TABLE OF CONTENTS

BEE Enhancement of Lipa -LGU Bee Program for Livelihood, Agricultural 82
FISHERIES Productivity, and Biodiversity
Aquaculture 84
Community-based Participatory Action Research (CPAR) Program on
OTHERS the Culture of High-value Finfishes in Cages 86
Community-based Participatory Action Research (CPAR) Program on 88
the Culture of Giant Tiger Prawn, Penaeus monodon and Mudcrab, 90
Scylla oceanica in Ponds and Cages 92

Wood Vinegar “Mokusaku”-based Products 94
On-Station Trials of the Prathista Bio-Organic Fertilizer Products on
Upland Rice and Green Corn in Region 4A 98
Production, Promotion and Commercialization of Bio-Organic 100
Fertilizers in Batangas 103
Yielding Gold and Green: Utilization of Bio-Plus on Wastes 106
and Agribusiness Development Project of Quezon Agricultural 108
Experiment Station 110
112
INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS 114
116
Establishment of Organic Agriculture R&D Center in the 118
CALABARZON Region 120

Improvement of STIARC’s Perimeter Fence 122

Rehabilitation and Upgrading of STIARC Training Facilities

Establishment of Research and Development Convergence Center
at the Quezon Agricultural Research and Experiment Station

Rehabilitation of Embryo Culture Laboratory

Construction of Peanut Processing Building at the Quezon
Agricultural Research and Experiment Station

Institutional Development Support for Concrete Perimeter Fence at
Quezon Agricultural Research & Experiment Station

Construction of Post Harvest and Processing Facility at the Lipa
Agricultural Research and Experiment Station

Establishment of Technology Commercialization Facility at the Lipa
Agricultural Research and Experiment Station

Establishment of Laboratory, Processing, and Training Center for
Vegetable Industry in CALABARZON

Establishment of Mushroom Laboratory

Rehabilitation of BFAR IV-A-Regional Fisheries Research and
Development Center Research and Development Facilities and
Equipment Damaged by Typhoon

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

DIRECTORY

List of Research and Development Projects

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

The leading institution responsible for the BAR, through its flagship programs–Community-
promotion of sustainable agricultural growth based Participatory Action Research (CPAR) and
and development in the CALABARZON region National Technology Commercialization Program
is the Department of Agriculture Regional Field (NTCP), has provided platforms to accelerate
Office No. IV-A (DA RFO IV-A). Challenged technology transfer and commercialization.
with sustaining the agricultural industry in an Furthermore, BAR has helped strengthen the
urbanized setting, the office aims to establish a institutional capabilities of the region through
competitive and self-sufficient agriculture sector improved facilities and modern equipment
anchored on wise utilization of agricultural land necessary for the conduct of R&D activities,
and resources. Its strategic plans are focused product development, and value-adding services.
on providing aggressive research and extension
services, implementing appropriate support Manyfarmingcommunitieshavebeentransformed
services, and maintaining a strong public-private through the successful implementation of
partnership. DA RFO IV-A’s R&D undertakings supported
by BAR. Thus, it is only necessary to compile
One of the core objectives of DA RFO IV-A is these breakthroughs in one material, hence this
to address problems and constraints that affect compendium titled “A Decade of Success: A
agricultural productivity in CALABARZON. In Compendium of Agriculture and Fisheries R&D
order to do so, the office implements several Projects Supported by the Bureau of Agricultural
Research and Development (R&D) programs Research from 2005-2014.”
through the Southern Tagalog Integrated
Agricultural Research Center (STIARC) located This compendium will give an overview of the
in Marawoy, Lipa City, Batangas. As the R&D R&D projects including information on the
Center of DA RFO IV-A, STIARC orchestrates researchers and their collaborators, technology
the planning, monitoring and evaluation, and status, beneficiaries, and awards received. The
implementation of R&D programs in the region. projects are categorized into ‘R&D Projects’ and
Created through DA Administrative Order ‘Institutional Development Projects’ and further
6 and 19 in 1991, the STIARC oversees the divided according to their respective sectoral
operations of its network R&D stations, namely: groups (i.e. crops, livestock, fisheries, other
Cavite Agricultural Research and Experiment sectors). The contact information of the Center
Station (CARES); Lipa Agricultural Research and Manager or the Station Head responsible for
Experiment Station (LARES); Quezon Agricultural each project are also provided for additional
Research and Experiment Station (QARES); and information about the technology or assistance
Rizal Agricultural Research and Experiment on the application or use of the research outputs.
Station (RARES).
Featuring the summaries of R&D projects, this
Through STIARC, DA RFO IV-A empowers compendium will not only provide information on
farming communities to develop sustainable the technologies generated, but will also catalyze
agri-enterprise, and ultimately, to transform their the utilization and commercialization of the said
lives for the better. It is also for the same purpose technologies. This will then serve as one step
that the Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR) towards a sustainable agricultural development
has been relentlessly extending its support to in the countryside.
the office in implementing R&D programs and
projects through the years.



RESEARCH &
DEVELOPMENT

PROJECTS

CROPS

Development and Promotion of Adlay
(Coix lacryma-jobi L.) as Alternative Staple

Food in Region IV-A

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Digna P. Narvacan

Members : Lucina M. Africa
Gloria B. Leycano
Rafael Kaibigan

Year : 2011 - 2013

Summary

Adlay (Coix lacryma –jobi L.) is a tall grass that belongs to Poaceae or Gramineae family, which also
includes rice, corn, and other cereals. It is also rich in carbohydrates, protein, and fat content. In line
with the DA’s goal of attaining food staple sufficiency, Adlay is now being developed as an alternative
staple food crop. In support to this objective, the researchers developed Adlay production technologies
that are appropriate to the agro-ecological condition of CALABARZON.

Proving that Adlay can really substitute rice, the researchers also processed the crop into several food
products such as suman, champorado, “patiktik”,bibingka, and several others. The Pulot variety was
used for product development. Finally, promotional materials on Adlay were distributed and trainings
were conducted in order to help increase the awareness of the farmers with regard to the crop.

Award

• First Place, DA 4A Regional In-House R & D Review, DA-STIARC, June 9, 2015

Beneficiaries

Local and international chefs are now studying food products made from Adlay grits. On the other hand,
researchers are testing the possibility of using by-products like bran and stems as feed supplements for
livestock. Farmers and different institutions also benefit from the seeds being distributed.

Technology Status

The Package of Technology on Adlay production to promote adlay is being used.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Digna P. Narvacan
STIARC Manager

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62

DA-RFO 1 A Decade of succESS

CROPS

A Decade of succESS DA-RFO 1

CROPS

Fertilization Strategies for Yellow Corn
Production in CALABARZON

RESEARCH TEAM : Elizabeth R. Gregorio
Main
Members : Daisynette D. Manalo
Eden M. Lumbera
Collaborators Dario M. Huelgas
Year Aida J. Reyes
Arnold Escaño
Ma. Gladys S. Ersando

: DA IV-A- RSL
OCVAS

: 2006-2007

Study 1. Adaptive Fertilizer Trials and Soil Test Calibrations for the Precision
Fertilization in Corn Growing Areas in Batangas

SUMMARY

The researchers tested nine different fertilizer rates and combinations and conducted tests identifying
soil fertility, to identify the appropriate fertilizer recommendations for corn-growing areas in Batangas.

Beneficiaries

The target users are the corn farmers and contract seed growers in Batangas, and later in other corn
clusters in CALABARZON. The target markets are feed millers, food processors, and the general public.

Technology Status

The project’s evaluators suggested the institutionalization of the protocol by zonal clusters. Hence,
the new project, with a new strategy and budget and with Region 2 as the lead region, is now titled
“Calibration of Fertilizer Recommendation for NPK Using Yield Response to Corn in CALABARZON.”

Study 2. Efficiency Evaluation of Microbial-N Fertilizers for Yellow Corn
Production in Batangas

Summary

With the high production cost of hybrid yellow corn, the researchers tested the efficiency of using
more practical fertilizers such as biological-N and microbial-N fertilizers, as well as the best levels of
inorganic fertilizers or its combinations. The main goal is to introduce efficient fertilization strategies
to the corn farmers that will lead to increase in their income.

Beneficiaries

The target beneficiaries are the corn farmers in corn-growing areas in Batangas. The local markets,
feedmillers, and other investors and processors are the target markets for the product.

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Technology Status

Similar with Study 1, the project was also revised. Now implemented on a national level, the new
project was titled “Site Specific Nutrient Management (SSNM) following a new prescribed protocol”.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Elizabeth R. Gregorio

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62

Mobile No. : 0915-237-9966

A Decade of succESS DA-RFO 1

CROPS

Calibration of Fertilizer Recommendation
for N,P,K Using Yield Response to Corn in

CALABARZON

RESEARCH TEAM: : Elizabeth R. Gregorio
Main
Members : Merly K. Tuazon
Maria Gladys S. Ersando
Collaborators Ederlina R. Lumbera
L..D. Ramilo
Year F. B. Andal

: OPA - Quezon
OMA - Lucena City
OPA - Batangas
OMA - Batangas City

: 2010-2012

SUMMARY

At present, there is a need to update the records on the most economical rate of fertilization that
could give the maximum quality of yield but still maintain the nutrient status of the soil. In order to
give the updated site-specific fertilizer recommendation, the researchers evaluated varying levels and
combinations of readily available sources of commercial N, P2O5, and K2O on hybrid yellow corn. Finally,
three recommended fertilizer rates and combinations specific to corn growing areas were obtained.

AWARD

• Third Place, Best Paper, DA 4A Regional In-House R & D Review, July 9, 2012

BENEFICIARIES

The updated fertilizer recommendation guide would benefit researchers and other stakeholders on
yellow corn and other high value crops.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The beneficiaries of the project already adopted the fertilization rate on the varieties available per
cropping season. However, further verification and commercialization in larger areas are still needed.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Elizabeth R. Gregorio

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62

Mobile No. : 0915-237-9966

DA-RFO 1 A Decade of succESS

CROPS

A Decade of succESS DA-RFO 1

CROPS

Community-based Participatory Action
Research on Rice-Rice + Duck Farming

Systems in Tanay, Rizal

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Thelma M. Lambio

Members : Elizabeth R. Gregorio
Merly K. Tuazon
Collaborators Leonarda R. Exconde
Year Billy F. Fortu

: OPA - Rizal
OMA - Tanay, Rizal

: 2011-2014

SUMMARY

In order to increase the income of rice farmers in Tanay, Rizal, the researchers introduced a low-
cost technology using good quality seeds, organic fertilizers, and the integration of ducks in the rice
farm for pest control. This CPAR also involves enhancement of farmers’ associations by including
housewives in livelihood management.

APPLICATION

The target users of the technology are farmers’ associations, cooperatives, RICs, 4H Club, out-of-
school-youths, housewives, and other stakeholders. The target market for the milled rice and processed
products from ducks and eggs are nearby markets and the general public. Rice contract growers will
also be tapped for the production of good planting materials.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

At present, there are 14 partial adopters and one full adopter who attested that the technology was
able to increase their income through lowered production cost for fertilizer and pest control and
through additional sales from fresh and salted eggs. Data on return on investment also indicates that
the technology is now ready for expansion.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Digna P. Narvacan
STIARC Manager

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62

Mobile No. : 0915-237-9966

DA-RFO 1 A Decade of succESS

CROPS

A Decade of succESS DA-RFO 1

CROPS

Adaptability Trial of White and Special
Types of Corn

RESEARCH TEAM: : Avelita M. Rosales
Main
Members : Celedonia Castromero
Virgillia D. Arellano
Year
: 2005 -2007

SUMMARY

The researchers evaluated nine white corn varieties at STIARC and found that USM var. 10 and USM
var. 14 produced the highest yield with 3.24 tons and 3.05 tons per hectare, respectively. IES glut 4
and IES glut 2, when tested at STIARC, had a yield of 2.44 tons and 2.13 tons per hectare, respectively.
However, in a farm trial in Brgy. Balete, Batangas, the two IES varieties adapted well in the locality as
indicated by the yield of 5.26 tons and 3.15 tons per hectare.

BENEFICIARIES

Farmers and other stakeholders in Brgy. Balete, Batangas City benefitted from the project, as the corn
variety that is adapted to their locality was identified.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

At present, the open pollinated varieties tested in the project were included in the regional Corn
Program for distribution to farmers.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Avelita M. Rosales
Agricultural Center Chief III

Address : Lipa Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-7215

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Adaptation and Disssemination of Newly
Developed Improved White Corn Varieties as
Alternative Source of Staple Food in Quezon

RESEARCH TEAM: : Avelita M. Rosales
Main
Member : Aida Reyes
Collaborators Genalyn Garcia

Year : Dr. Romeo Labios (UPLB)
Randy Riego (OMA-San Francisco)
Meriam Limbo (OMA-San Francisco)
Agnes Caagbay (OMA-San Andres)

: 2005 -2007

SUMMARY

As part of the National Program to achieve food security, white corn was identified as one of the
potential alternatives to rice. White corn, particularly the flinty types, are grown as source of staple
food in Quezon Province, particularly in the Bondoc Peninsula. Even in other parts of Quezon, like
Pagbilao and Tayabas, some inhabitants also mix rice with white corn.

Realizing the need to identify which variety of white corn is suitable to the areas that most need it, the
researchers, in cooperation with some farmers, evaluated eleven white corn varieties. The participatory
evaluation showed that Northland, IPB var. 6, and IPB var. 8 are the varieties that have the highest
yield and are more preferred and accepted by farmers in San Francisco and San Andres, Quezon. On
the other hand, seed production and outscaling were performed at the LARES.

AWARDS

As part of the UPLB Corn project on Adaptation and Dissemination of Improved White Corn varieties,
the results of the project conducted in Quezon Province were included in the papers for competition.

AFMA Best R & D Dissemination of improved RV Labios, JDLabios, PHManguiat, October 2013
Paper Gold Award white corn varieties in the DBN Malayang, B, Cia, L. Tamisin BAR
Philippines Jr., A.M.Rosales, T. Mangaya-ay,
SC Tumamang, J.A Lumbao Apr 16-20,2012,
Crop Science Soci- Participatory Varietal Puerto Princesa,
ety of the Phil. Best selection on White Corn As RV Labios, JDLabios, PHManguiat, Palawan
Paper Downstream Alternative Staple Food DBN Malayang, B, Cia, L. Tamisin
Research Category Jr., A.M.Rosales, T. Mangaya-ay, July 12, 2012,
SC Tumamang, J.A Lumbao Manila Hotel,
National Academy Considering Farmers Prefer- Manila
of Science and Tech- ences in Breeding and Dis- RV Labios, JDLabios, PHManguiat,
nology Best Scien- semination of White Corn DBN Malayang, B, Cia, L. Tamisin March 11-16,
tific Poster Award Varieties as Staple Food Jr., A.M.Rosales, T. Mangaya-ay, 2013, Pearlmont
Social Sciences SC Tumamang, J.A Lumbao Inn, Cagayan De
Division Oro City
RV Labios, JDLabios, PHManguiat,
Crop Science Socie- Considering Farmers prefer- DBN Malayang, B, Cia, L. Tamisin
ty of the Philippines ences in Evaluation and Dis- Jr., A.M.Rosales, T. Mangaya-ay,
Finalist in Best semination of White Corn SC Tumamang, J.A Lumbao
Poster Competition Varieties as Staple Food

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BENEFICIARIES

Information on the most promising and locally adapted white
corn varieties in San Francisco and San Andres, Quezon will
guide and eventually benefit the farmers in the area, as well as
those in other areas in Bondoc Peninsula.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

IPB var. 6 is being planted on a large scale in San Francisco and
San Andres, Quezon. It is also being recommended and promoted
through the Regional Corn Program in CALABARZON.

For additional information about the technology or assistance
on the application or use of the above technology, please
contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Avelita M. Rosales
Agricultural Center Chief III

Address : Lipa Agricultural Research and
Experiment Station
Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-7215

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Community-based Participatory Action
Research on Green Corn-Yellow Corn +Legumes
Integrated Cropping Systems in Brgy. Bunggo,

Calamba City

RESEARCH TEAM: : Avelita M. Rosales
Main : Lucina Africa
Members
Collaborators : Marissa Sanchez
Cristina Goma
Year
: 2010 -2013

SUMMARY

The goal of this research is to increase the land productivity of areas planted with green corn-yellow
corn integrated with cowpea. Through the technology introduced, the area planted with corn increased
from 50 to 587 ha, whereas the area for cowpea increased from 2 to 5 ha. With the increased land area
for the crops, the income of the farmers also increased. Partnerships between and among institutions
and other stakeholders were also strengthened.

AWARDS

• Second Place, Best R & D Paper, DA 4A Regional In-house R&D Review , CY 2014
• Qualifier AFMA Search for Best R & D Paper—Development Category- National Research Symposium

CY 2014

BENEFICIARIES

The beneficiaries of the technology are corn farmers and stakeholders. Farmer-cooperators, on the
other hand, have received outstanding recognition at the municipal, provincial, and regional level.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The integrated cropping systems verified in this CPAR project are being adopted by farmers in upland
areas of Calamba City. By 2013, 636 farmers have already adopted the technology.

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For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Avelita M. Rosales
Agricultural Center Chief III

Address : Lipa Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-7215

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Enhancing Strategies for Corn Seed System
in CALABARZON

RESEARCH TEAM: : Avelita M. Rosales
Main : Celedonia Castromero
Research Team
Virgilia Arellano
Year
: 2005 -2007

Summary

Productivity remains the major concern of corn farmers in major production areas in CALABARZON.
It is then essential to have a continuous seed system where farmers, especially those in remote areas,
have access to good quality planting materials. In support to this, the researchers evaluated ten
varieties of corn seed through the help of five farmer-cooperators in Brgy. Balete and Brgy. Pallocan,
Batangas City. After demonstrating high yield, open varieties IPB var. 1 and IES CN 5 were identified
and recommended for planting in the subsequent cropping seasons.

BENEFICIARIES

The technology will greatly benefit corn farmers in CALABARZON.

Technology Status

Research breeding institutions are continuously developing and producing high-yielding open
pollinated varieties. The Lipa Agricultural Research and Experiment Station and Quezon Agricultural
Research and Experiment Station are also producing these varieties for distribution to the corn farmers
in CALABARZON.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Avelita M. Rosales
Agricultural Center Chief III

Address : Lipa Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-7215

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Enhancing Strategies for Corn Seed System
in CALABARZON

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Avelita M. Rosales

Research Team : Celedonia Castromero
Virgilia Arellano

Year : 2005 -2007

Summary

Site-Specific Nutrient Management is an approach to corn farming which guides farmers in fertilizer
application by considering the nutrient needs of corn and the nutrient supply from naturally-occurring
sources like crop residues and manure. This technology encourages farmers to use organic nutrient
sources and allows them to identify the specific amount of nutrients needed by the plant at specific
growth stages. It also introduces the use of the Leaf Color Chart (LCC), an easy-to-use tool that
indicates the plant’s nitrogen status. Aiming to increase yield of hybrid yellow corn, the researchers
tested SSNM prototypes and packaged the results into a quick fertilizer guide for the crop.

Awards

• Second Place, Best Paper for Research Category, 24th STARRDEC’s Regional Symposium on
Research and Development Highlights, Southern Luzon State University, Lucban, Quezon, August 15,
2011
• Bronze Award, AFMA Best R & D Paper, DA-BAR 24th National Research Symposium, October 18,
2012
• Adoptor of this project was awarded as Regional Outstanding Gawad Saka for Corn Farmer in 2012

Application

The developed quick guide for hybrid yellow corn will be very useful for technicians, extension workers,
and farmers. Decision support software such as Nutrient Expert and Nutrient Manager are also very
useful for farmers and technicians in devising SSNM strategies for corn production. Finally, SSNM can
also help mitigate climate change because of the minimal use of inorganic fertilizers.

Technology Status

The fertilizer guide is being largely practiced in Tayabas, Quezon.

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For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Avelita M. Rosales
Agricultural Center Chief III

Address : Lipa Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-7215

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Testing and Evaluation of Sweet Sorghum
Varieties for Ethanol and Grains

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Victoriana L. Leynes

Member : Brigida G. Mercado
Year : 2008 -2010

Summary

The researchers evaluated five different varieties of sweet sorghum from the International Crop
Research Institute for Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) and found that SPV 422 and ICSV 700 varieties
produce higher yield of grains while NTJ2 variety produce more juice.

Application

Information on the high yielding variety for both grains and juice can be used for further testing in the
farmers’ field.

Technology Status

At present, there is minimal commercialization of the technology.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Victoriana L. Leynes

Address : Lipa Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Marawoy, Lipa City

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-7215

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Community-Based Participatory Action
Research on Citrus-based Farming

Systems (Pummelo+ Vegetables+ Native
Chicken) in Rosario, Batangas

RESEARCH TEAM: : Virgilia D. Arellano
Main
Members : Rosemarie B. Olfato
Thelma M. Lambio
Collaborators Digna P. Narvacan
Year Rosalie Comia

: Office of the Municipa Agriculturist -
Rosario, Batangas

: 2010 - 2013

Summary

A farming systems technology that involves the use of pummelo, vegetables, and native chicken
was introduced to farmer-cooperators in a Community-based Participatory Action Research (CPAR)
project. Specifically, the researchers introduced cheap production technologies both for growing crops
and for raising poultry.

With Magallanes pummelo as the main crop, the researchers promoted the use of squash, eggplant,
and hot pepper as intercrops which will provide additional income for the farmers while waiting for the
citrus to bear fruits. Raising native chicken was also mixed with the citrus-based farm for additional
income.

BENEFICIARIES

The target beneficiaries are the 20 farmer-cooperators in Barangays Macalamcam A and Macalamcam
B, Rosario, Batangas. Aside from them, 19 other farmer-adopters in CALABARZON are also partially
adopting the introduced technologies. With regard to the market, many traders and consumers are
aware of the farmer-cooperators’ potential to produce citrus, vegetables, and native chicken. The
farms are also near trading posts and markets.

Technology Status

The technology for growing pummelo is still being followed. However, intercropping with vegetables is
no longer applicable as intensive cultivation can damage the roots of matured trees. Rearing of native
chickens, on the other hand, is not followed by some due to lack of alternative feeds.

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For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Virgilia D. Arellano

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Telefax No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62

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Community -based Participatory Action
Research on Tissue-Cultured Lakatan +

Pinakbet Vegetables under
Coco-based Farming System in Magdalena,

Majayjay and Pagsanjan, Laguna

RESEARCH TEAM: : Avelita M. Rosales
Main
Members : Lucina Africa
Cristina Goma
Year
: 2010 -2014

Summary

The goal of the project is to enhance land productivity and profitability of coconut-based farming
systems by integrating tissue-cultured Lakatan banana and ampalaya under the coconut trees in Brgy.
Lambak, Pagsanjan, Brgy. Burlongan, Magdalena, and Brgy. San Isidro, Majayjay, Laguna.

The farmer-cooperators in Pagsanjan and Magdalena earned additional income from the two integrated
crops. Farmer-cooperators in Majayay, on the other hand, experienced problems especially with the
tissue-cultured Lakatan banana due to Bunchy top infestation.

Awards

• Third Place, DA 4A Regional In-house R&D Review, CY 2015

BENEFICIARIES

The beneficiaries are the farmers adopting the Package of Technologies (POTs) on the production of
tissue-cultured Lakatan banana and vegetables.

Technology Status

Eighty farmers have already adopted the production technologies on the intercrops. At present, the
project sites are under rehabilitation due to the damage from typhoon Glenda in 2014. Areas planted
with the intercrops under coconuts are also being gradually increased.

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For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Avelita M. Rosales
Agricultural Center Chief III

Address : Lipa Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-7215

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Enhancing Marketability of Lanzones
Fruits Through Application of Proper Post-

harvest Practices and Technologies

RESEARCH TEAM: : Avelita M. Rosales
Main : Thelma M. Lambio
Member : 2008 -2010
Year

Summary

One way to increase the income of lanzones farmers is to boost the marketability of the fruits
through post-harvest handling technologies. With this, the researchers demonstrated a technology
which includes sorting and packaging prior to transport, and treating with ascorbic acid to extend the
shelf life from two to seven days at room temperature. It was further emphasized that using boxes
as packaging materials is more efficient than using kaings or styrofoam. Finally, the technology still
includes the farmers’ existing manual practice of harvesting using pruning shears and sharpened bolo
and plastic pail.

Awards

• Second Place, DA 4A Regional In-house R&D Review, CY 2011

APPLICATION

Both farmers and traders of lanzones could greatly benefit from the technology on increasing the
fruit’s marketability.

Technology Status

The use of boxes and plastic containers for transport and marketing is being gradually adopted by
farmers and traders.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Avelita M. Rosales
Agricultural Center Chief III

Address : Lipa Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-7215

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Assessment of Bunchy Top and Bugtok Diseases
of ‘Saba’ Banana and Piloting of their Integrated

Management in Macalelon, Quezon

RESEARCH TEAM: : Cynthia DT. Leycano
Main
Members : Karl Vernon Tamban
Antonina A. Tolentino
Year
: 2005 -2009

Summary

Majority of banana growers in Macalelon, Quezon have limited knowledge in pest management.
Furthermore, most farmers do not have the time and manpower to regularly monitor and eradicate
diseased plants. They are also not apprehensive to invest for the management of banana due to its
vulnerability to typhoons, drought, and other adverse weather disturbances.

Recognizing the farmers’ issues as well as the prevalence of Bunchy top and Bugtok diseases in Saba
banana in the area, the researchers introduced a technology which includes the use of disease-free
planting materials, occasional use of insecticides, and proper management practices like bagging
the fruits to prevent entry of Bugtok bacterium carried by insects. Aside from the technology, the
researchers also identified banana orchards in the municipality where healthy planting materials can
be acquired from.

BENEFICIARIES

The technology will greatly benefit banana farmers or growers in their production areas. The information
on Saba banana can also be used by extension workers.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

Farmers have partially adopted the technology.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Cynthia DT. Leycano

Address : Lipa Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-7215

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Agribusiness Development Project on
Lanzones in CALABARZON

RESEARCH TEAM: : Virgillia Arellano
Members Merly Katigbak
Thelma Lambio
Collaborators Elizabeth Gregorio
Year
: Cristina Goma
OPA - Laguna

: 2004-2010

SUMMARY

As many farmers in Laguna, Batangas, and Quezon rely on old lanzones farms as their source of income,
the researchers realized the need to rehabilitate the lanzones farms, thereby increasing the income of
the lanzones farmers.

The technologies introduced were able to rehabilitate more than 5,000 unproductive lanzones trees,
and eventually improved the quantity and quality of the lanzones fruits harvested. As additional
support to the lanzones farmers, the researchers also helped in establishing nurseries for sources of
good quality planting materials and in organizing farmers’ associations. Marketing of the fruits and
seedlings were also conducted.

AWARDS

• Third Place, PHILARM Search for Medranos Best R & D Paper, April 8, 2010
• Second Place, Best R & D Paper-Development Category, STARRDEC’s Regional Symposium on
Research

and Development Highlights, Puerto Princesa, Palawan
• Second Place, Poster Category, BAR during National Research Symposium, Oct. 8, 2010
• Golden Award, Best AFMA R & D Paper - Development Category, BAR National Research

Symposium , Oct. 8, 2011

BENEFICIARIES

The target beneficiaries of the technologies and other information generated through the project are
lanzones farmers, traders, extension workers, researchers, and students.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The package of technology on lanzones production were already adopted by growers from Batangas
(142), Laguna (500), and Quezon (2). On the other hand, methods on establishment of lanzones nurseries
are utilized by the nursery operators and farmers. A brochure on “Pagpapa-unlad ng Produksyon
ng Lanzones sa CALABARZON” was published and being used as quide by lanzones growers and
agricultural Extension Workers.

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For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the
above technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Avelita M. Rosales
Agricultural Center Chief III

Address : Lipa Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-7215

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Enhancing the Tamarind Industry in
Lobo, Batangas: Development and
Commercialization of Tamarind-based

Products

RESEARCH TEAM: : Virgilia D. Arellano
Main
Members : Rosemarie B. Olfato
Merly K. Tuazon
Collaborators Digna P. Narvacan
Dr. Aida P. Cariño
Year
: BIG-A Cooperative, Brgy. Biga,
Lobo, Batangas
DAR, Lipa City
OMA-Lobo
DOST - Batangas
DTI - Batangas

: 2008- 2010

SUMMARY

Hectares of tamarind plantations can be found in the town of Lobo, Batangas. As tamarind is the
municipality’s OTOP (one town, one product), the researchers were motivated to help strengthen the
tamarind industry by making tamarind products even better. Specifically, the researchers found a way
to increase the alcohol content of the tamarind wine and to improve the taste of the tamarind balls
and sweetened tamarind.

To complement the enhanced taste of the products, new labels and packaging were also introduced.
The new look of the tamarind products now pass the standards of local and foreign markets, leading
to increase in market sales.

AWARDS

• Best Beverage, Tamarind Wine- Wine Category , 8th Agraryo Trade Fair, 2009
• Best Processed Food , Tamarind Balls-Sweet/Delicacy Category, 9th Agraryo Trade Fair, 2010
• First place, Best Poster and Third Place, Downstream Research Category, 8th National Fruit
Symposium, Philippine Fruit Association, Bohol Island State University, Tagbilaran City, Bohol,
October 2010

APPLICATION

The target beneficiaries are the members of Big A Multipurpose Cooperative–the tamarind farmers
in Lobo, Batangas, since they already have a sure market of tamarind fruits. The target markets are
various pasalubong centers, sari-sari stores, groceries, government offices (e.g., DAR, DA, DTI, DOT),
and other government initiatives such as Agri-fairs and exhibits.

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TECHNOLOGY STATUS

At present, the standardized processes for enhancing the three tamarind products are strictly followed
by the Cooperative, as is evident from the continuous increase in their market sales.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Virgilia D. Areallano

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]
Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62

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Utilization and Processing of Indian Mango
for Commercialization

RESEARCH TEAM: : Dr. Concepcion I. Amat
Main
Members : Dennis DL. Bihis
Lani A. Averion
Collaborator Rolando P. Cuasay
Year
: LGU of San Antonio, Quezon

: 2006 – 2009

Summary

Mango is one of the major exportable fruit crops in the country and is transported as fresh, dried, and
powdered in the world market. There are three known varieties of mango–Carabao, Pico, and Indian
mango. Of the three, Indian mango commands the least price and demand resulting to oversupply and
losses during fruiting season.

The technical working group looked into the possibility of processing Indian mango into value-added
products to answer the problems of seasonality and in turn increase the value of the commodity. Trials
were conducted and three products were developed – tart, jam, and pickles.

APPLICATION

Municipalities where Indian mango varieties are abundant may adopt the technology as an income-
generating opportunity.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The LGU of San Antonio, Quezon has adopted the technology.

For additional information about the technology or assistance on the application or use of the above
technology, please contact the following:

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Rolando P. Cuasay
Officer-In-Charge

Address : Quezon Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Lagalag, Tiaong, Quezon

Email Address : [email protected]

Tel. No. : (63)-(42)- 585-7101

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