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CASSAVA (KAMOTENG KAHOY)
Locally known as kamoteng kahoy or balinghoy,
cassava (scientific name: Manihot esculenta)
ranks second only to sweet potato in hectarage
among root crops produced in the country. It is
mainly grown for its tubers which are a rich
source of carbohydrates. Unknowingly, it is a
good source of calcium and ascorbic acid.
In the future, cassava will remain to be an important
agricultural crop, not only in the Philippines but also in other
countries, because of its versatility. Cassava has several
uses, ranging from being a staple food to being an ingredient
of animal feeds. Recently, scientists discovered more of its
industrial applications. It can be an excellent raw material for
the production of feedstock and of ethanol for conversion into
biofuel. Because its source is sustainable and the yield is
biodegradable, cassava is environmentally friendly. Its
adaptability is well proven; it can thrive in a wide range of
ecological conditions—from easily drained and fertile soils to
lands unsuited for other agricultural crops. Only eight months
and it is all ready for harvesting.
CASSAVA TRIAL IN BUKIDNON
GREEN FOLIAGE
DENSER LEAVES
UNIFORM GROWTH
UNIFORM GROWTH
LARGE STALK
TREATMENT TRIALS FOR ONE (1) HECTARE
Trial 1 – Paradiso Green with Limestone
Limestone (50 Bags) - 1,200
Liming (Labor) - 450
Paradiso Green - 4,500
(1.5 liters)
Labor (Spraying)@ 150 x 4 - 600
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Total Cost P 6,750*
Yield 35,000 kgs./ha.
Cost per kilogram P 0.19/kg.
* Production Inputs plus labor
@
Trial 2 – Paradiso Green with Inorganic Fertilizer (14-
14-14)
Complete Fert. (2 bags) - 2,600
Labor (Fertilization) - 300
Paradiso Green - 4,500
(1.5 liters)
Labor (Spraying) @150 x 4 - 600
_____
Total Cost P 8,000 *
Yield 31,800 kgs./ha.
Cost per kilogram P 0.25 per kg.
* Production Inputs plus labor
Trial 3 – Paradiso Green with Inorganic Fertilizer
Plus Lime
Limestone (50 bags) - 1,200
Labor (Application) - 450
Inorganic Fertilizer (1 bag) - 1,300
(14-14-14)
Labor (Fertilization) - 150
Paradiso Green - 4,500
(1.5 liters)
Labor (Spraying) @ 150 x 4 - 600 -
_____
Total Cost P 8,200 *
Yield 38,080 kgs/ha.
Cost per kilogram P 0.21 per kilogram
* Production Inputs plus labor
Trial 4 – Paradiso Green with Organic Fertilizer
Organic Fert. (Homemade)- 2,500
(25 bags of Sludge/Dung))
Labor (Application) - 300
Paradiso Green - 4,500
(1.5 liters)
Labor (Spraying) @ 150 x 4 - 600 -
_____
Total Cost P 7,900 *
Yield 31,280 kgs./ ha.
Cost per kilogram P 0.25 per kilogram
* Production Inputs plus labor
Trial 5 – Paradiso Green Only
Paradiso Green - 4,500
(1.5 liters)
Labor (Spraying) @ 150 x 4 - 600
_____
Total Cost P 5,100 *
Yield 28,880 kgs./ha.
Cost per kilogram P 0.18 per kilogram
* Production Inputs plus labor
Trial 6 - Control
- No Production Inputs
Current Fertilization Practice:
Limestone - 1,200
(Labor Liming) - 450
Organic Fertilizer - 6,690
Labor (Application) - 600
Inorganic Fertilizers (2 bags) - 2,600
Labor (App.)) - 300
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Total Cost P 11,840 *
* Production Inputs plus labor
FIELD TRIAL RESULTS – AFTER 5
MONTHS Growth Criteria Rating
1 Very Vigorous Trial 3
2 Vigorous Trial 4
3 Average Trial 1, 2 , 5 , 6
4 Moderate
5 Weak
INITIAL CONCLUSION
Evaluation was conducted five (5) months after field planting by NCI
and by the representatives of PHILAGRO namely Mr. Deodato V.
Galaura, Growers Development Department Head and by the Farm
Supervisor.
The rating was done collectively by NCI and PHILAGRO
representatives.
Based on the results, the trial that exhibited the best
growth is trial 3 which is the combination of PARADISO
GREEN with lime and inorganic fertilizer. The second
best in terms of growth performance is trial 4 which is a
combination of PARADISO GREEN with organic fertilizer.
The third best are trials 1, 2, 5 and 6 which exhibited an
average growth rate.
CONFIRMATORY RESULTS – PRE-HARVEST RESULTS – 8
MONTHS OLD CASSAVA TRIAL – TRIAL 1
TRIAL 2
TRIAL 3
TRIAL 4
TRIAL 5
TRIAL 6
HARVEST RESULT S – 10 MONTHS OLD
1st 2nd 3rd Ave. Yield/Ha.
Replication Replication Replication (In Kilograms)
Trial 1 – 46,440 28,560 30,000 35,000
Trial 2 – 39,000 25,320 31,080 31,800
Trial 3 – 42,480 37,560 34,200 38,080
Trial 4 – 36,120 33,000 24,720 31,280
Trial 5 – 32,760 30,960 22,920 28,880
Trial 6 – 25,080 26,160 19,800 23,680
COST OF PRODUCTION INPUTS VS YIELD PER HECTARE
Trial Cost of Production Inputs Yield in Kgs.
Trial 1 Php 6,750 35,000
Trial 2 8,000 31,800
Trial 3 8,200 38,080
Trial 4 7,900 31,280
Trial 5 5,100 28,880
Trial 6 Control 23,680
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