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Sapinit (Rubus rosifolius JE Sm)
Production and Utilization Project

RESEARCH TEAM: : Dennis DL. Bihis
Main
Members : Dr. Concepcion I. Amat
Lani A. Averion
Collaborators Anniewenda P. Reyes
Year Alexander V. Calingasan

: LGU of Dolores, Quezon

: 2011-2015

Summary

Sapinit (Rubus rosifolius Linn.) or wild raspberry is an endemic plant species found in Mt.Banahaw
whose economic potential has not been fully explored. The researchers believe that processing the
berries will address the inherent problems in post-production handling and of seasonality. In response
to this, the researchers conducted participatory trials to develop a technology for the production and
utilization of sapinit.

Three products were developed from the berries–jam, juice, and wine. Standard procedures were then
developed for each product and samples were tested to reveal that all three products are fit for human
consumption.

AWARDS

• Best Paper, 19th National Fruit Symposium, 2011

APPLICATION

The technology can be used to help local communities in raspberry areas and to introduce the crop in
areas with similar agro-climatic conditions.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The technology was accepted and adopted by the farmer-beneficiaries as indicated by the expansion
of areas dedicated to sapinit. Processing of the berries into jam, juice, and wine, on the other hand, is
still conducted on-station but will be transferred to the beneficiaries once the processing area from
the LGU of Dolores is completed.

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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 : Dennis DL. Bihis

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

Email Address : [email protected]

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

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Development of Commercial Organic
Soybean in Region IV-A

RESEARCH TEAM: : Elizabeth R. Gregorio
Main
Members : Brigida G. Mercado
Thelma M. Lambio

Collaborators : OPA - Quezon,
Year Batangas, Cavite, Laguna and Rizal
Institute of Plant Breeding, UPLB

: 2011-2013

Summary

The main goal of the researchers is to develop and promote the production of commercial organic
soybean in Southern Luzon and to make organic and NSQSL-certified seeds available to those who are
interested. They also aimed at increasing farmers’ awareness on soybean production and processing
technologies, as well as on the health benefits of soybean.

BENEFICIARIES

The target market for dried soybean seeds are small and medium scale processors like Lipa Adventist
Academy and other Adventist groups, RICs and other women’s organizations, cooperatives who are
selling taho, soya milk, tofu, nuggets, and the like, local market vendors in Lipa City, schools adopting
the “Gulayan sa Paaralan” scheme, health workers, IPs, housewives, and other farming communities.
These target users can also be instruments for technology dissemination and commercialization.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The project was able to produce about four tons of assorted soybean varieties which were either
sold, processed, stored, or distributed for seed production expansion. The production and processing
technologies, on the other hand, were followed by most of the beneficiaries, and are now ready
for transfer to other farming communities. Although the researchers have started promoting the
technologies through trainings, seminars, farmers’ field day, and on-farm trials, a new budget was
provided for the promotion and commercialization phase of the project.

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

Mobile No. : 09152379966
Email Address : [email protected] [email protected]
TeleFax. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62

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Development of Sustainable Peanut
Production, Post-harvest Handling and

Processing Technology

RESEARCH TEAM: : Mercedita R. Buenavente
Main
Research Team : Dr. Concepcion I. Amat
Rolando P. Cuasay
Collaborator Mary D. de Luna
Year Rhodora M. Huelva
Emilio M. Mejia

: LGU of Sariaya, Catanauan, and
Mulanay , Quezon

: 2011 – 2014

Technology Level: Technology Commercialization

Summary

There are different varieties of peanut grown throughout the country. For this project, the researchers
introduced three peanut varieties – Namnama 1, Namnama 2, and Asha, in Bondoc Peninsula. Although
the Namnama 1 variety produced the highest yield, all three varieties were preferred by the farmers
in terms of product development. The products developed through the project were peanut coffee,
chocolate peanut, and special peanut brittle.

APPLICATION

The technology can greatly benefit peanut farmers as processing peanuts can be an agribusiness
enterprise. The researchers are also planning to train more non-working women to help them in
generating income from the products. In terms of market, the products are now being sold in bus
stations, school canteens, and other stores.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The researchers were able to develop and enhance peanut products. At present, they are willing to
conduct cooking demonstrations in barangays.

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

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Mercedita R. Buenavente

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

Email Address : [email protected]

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

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Special Product Lines From Philippine
Oregano ( Coleus aromaticus Benth. )

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Dr. Estela C. Taño

Members : Rhodora M. Huelva
Year Anabel P. Masongsong
Emilio Mejia Jr.

: 2006-2008

Technology Level: Technology Commercialization

Summary

The local oregano plant is known for its medicinal properties. Realizing the potential of the plant, the
researcher developed six special product lines from oregano–soap, wine, vinegar, tea, juice for human,
and juice for animals. After series of tests, the new products were packaged, promoted, registered, and
marketed.

APPLICATION

The beneficiary of the project is the Green Rescue Organic Association, Inc. (GRO). Other farmers
or farmers’ groups with uncontaminated areas can also benefit from the project by supplying GRO
with raw materials. The products are for high-end markets which demand clean, natural, organic, and
effective oregano products.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The processing is being carried out by GRO which was founded by the main researcher. Initially, the
association established different market outlets but at present, they are under exclusive contract with
Bizpaye Philippines, Inc. for promotion, sales, and marketing of products.

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

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Dr. Estela C. Taño
Agricultural Center Chief III

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

Tel.No. : 042-585-7101

Mobile Number : 0925-886-2765/0929-288-0965

Email Address : [email protected]

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Important Medicinal Plants in Southern
Tagalog, Conservation and Mass Production
for Development and Commercialization of

New Products

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Dr. Estela C. Taño

Members : Crisanto M. Lanceta
Rosalie D. Fabela
Collaborators Russel T. Fajaro
Year
: GRO-Green Rescue Organic
Association, Inc.

: 2009- 2012

Technology Level: Technology Commercialization

Summary

The ultimate goal of the research is to develop special products from important medicinal plants in
Southern Tagalog. The research started with identifying the traditional and alternative health care
practitioners, and eventually the plants they consider as the most useful for common ailments. From
this, nine quality products were developed–native guava jam and soap, coconut jam, tamarind multi-
purpose concentrate, kalamansi soap, native ginger massage cream and tea, and turmeric natural
healing cream and tea. The products were then tested for acceptability, and community nurseries and
plantations were established as sources of raw materials.

AWARD

• Best New Products Award (Turmeric Natural Healing Cream and Tea ), DA-BAR’s 8th Agriculture
and Fisheries Technology Forum and Product Exhibition, Search SM Mega Trade Hall , Mandaluyong
City, August 2012

APPLICATION

The technologies developed can be shared with any farmer, farmers’ group, investor, entrepreneur or
other interested individuals.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The production of raw materials is now being carried out by farmers, while the processing is performed
by Green Rescue Organic Association, Inc. (GRO) through an FDA-compliant facility. In terms of
marketing, there are now shops and outlets where the products are made available. Furthermore, an
exclusive contract was recently entered into by GRO with Bizpaye, Philippines, Inc. for the promotion,
sales, and marketing of the products.

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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 : Dr. Estela C. Taño
Agricultural Center Chief III

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

Tel.No. : 042-585-7101

Mobile Number : 0925-886-2765/0929-288-0965

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Community-Based Participatory Action
Research on Rehabilitation of Coffee in

Brgy. Asis II, Mendez, Cavite

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Elizabeth R. Gregorio
Members
: Avelita M. Rosales
Collaborators Leonarda R. Exconde

: OPA - Cavite
OMA - Mendez

Year : 2003 - 2006

Summary

Several reasons can be attributed to the decrease in volume of coffee production. These include old
and unproductive coffee trees, insect pests and diseases, high labor costs, and unstable market price.

Realizing the need to showcase coffee rehabilitation, the researchers introduced a technology on
revitalizing old coffee farms by restoring its optimum productivity, therefore increasing the farmers’
income. Intercropping coffee with other High Value Commercial Crops (HVCC), such as tissue-cultured
Lakatan banana and vegetables, were also introduced.

APPLICATION

The proponents targeted to disseminate the technology on old coffee orchard rehabilitation to more
coffee growers in the municipality. On the other hand, the target market for the Robusta coffee
products are the buying stations of Nestle Philippines, Inc. and other private coffee processors in the
municipality and the province. For the tissue-cultured Lakatan banana and vegetables, consumers at
the local market and nearby supermarkets are the potential buyers.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

On the second and third year of implementation, farmers obtained high yield and income from banana
and vegetable intercrops. It is also on the third year that the peak of bearing berries of Robusta coffee
was attained. With this, several farmers in the adjacent barangays have also started adopting 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 : Elizabeth R. Gregorio

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

Mobile No. : 09152379966
Email Address : [email protected] [email protected]
TeleFax. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62

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Community-based Participatory Action
Research (CPAR) on Improved Farming
Technologies for Coffee-based Farming
Systems (Coffee + Blackpepper + Tissue

Cultured Lakatan) in Alfonso, Cavite

RESEARCH TEAM: : Elizabeth R. Gregorio
Main
Members : Thelma M. Lambio
Yolanda M. Erni
Collaborators Amalia O. Ferrer
Marites R. Garcia

: OPA - Cavite
OMA - Alfonso

Year : 2009-2013

Summary

The researchers’ goal is to promote an improved and cost-effective technology that would increase
the yield and eventually the income of coffee farmers. In order to achieve this, a CPAR on coffee-
based farming systems was implemented. Specifically, the existing coffee and blackpepper orchard
was further intercropped with tissue-cultured Lakatan banana, then applied with mixed organic
and inorganic fertilizer and Mykovam nutrient enhancer. Vermicompost production and pest and
diseases management were also included in the technology. When tested, the technology resulted to
improvements on soil properties and crop performance and increase in income.

AWARD

• Third Place, Best Paper, DA 4A Regional In-House R & D Review, June 4, 2013

BENEFICIARIES

The target beneficiaries of the project are the coffee farmers in Brgys. Marahan I and Sta. Theresa,
Alfonso. Two organized farmers’ association per barangay (MARCOFFA & STATCOFGA) initiated the
marketing of the products in nearby processors and other consumers.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

At present, there are 35 partial and full adopters of the CPAR technology–eight on cropping system
and fertilization; seven on vermiculture production; and 20 on the utilization of the produced
vermicompost/vermicasts in their respective farms and crops.

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

Mobile No. : 09152379966

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

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Complete Development of Coco Jam

RESEARCH TEAM: : Virgilia D. Arellano
Main
Members : Ma. Merced P. Montalbo
Rosemarie B. Olfato
Collaborators
: OPA - Batangas
Year OMA - Alitagtag, Batangas
RIC - Alitagtag, Batangas

: 2006-- 2009

Summary

The Rural Improvement Club Inc. of Brgy. Concepcion in Alitagtag, Batangas is also selling community-
based coco jams–the sauce for their suman products. The researchers helped improve and enhance
the existing coco jam products for commercialization purposes. Specifically, they introduced new
procedures and processes that include the standardization of the product, determination of shelf-life,
improvement of packaging, and provision of labels complete with nutrition facts, expiration date, and
barcodes.

With the changes introduced, the product is now more marketable compared to commercial coco
jams, resulting to increase in income of the RIC. Additional products like coco vinegar, sauce, and
cookies were also developed.

BENEFICIARIES

Aside from the members of Alitagtag RIC, other coconut farmers in Alitagtag, Batangas, where there
are 40 hectares of coconut plantations, are also the target beneficiaries of the project. They were all
chosen for the assurance in market of the coconuts produced. On the other hand, the target markets
for coco jam and other coconut products are various pasalubong centers, sari-sari stores, groceries,
government offices (e.g., DAR, DA, DTI, and DOT), and other government initiatives such as Agri-fairs
and exhibits.

Technology Status

The standardized procedures and processes for coco jam-making are strictly followed by the
beneficiaries, as shown in the continuous increase in their income.

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]

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

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Community-Based Participatory Action
Research on Coconut - Based farming Systems

(Coconut + Cacao + Vegetables + Native
Chicken) and Vermicompost
Production in Polillo, Quezon

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Daisynette D. Manalo

Members : Fe E. Lupig
Cynthia DT. Leycano
Collaborator
Year : OMA - Polillo, Quezon

: 2009-2012

Summary

A CPAR on coconut-based farming systems was conducted to increase farm productivity and
eventually the income of farmers in Polillo, Quezon through Package of Technologies (POTs) for cacao,
vegetables, and vermicomposting.

The project was able to provide marketing schemes for the planting materials and to expand cacao
plantations through barangay nurseries and budwood gardens. The farmers were also assisted in the
organization and registration of the Polillo Island Cacao Growers Association. Eventually, adopters of
the technology rose from six barangays to fifty-five.

AWARDS

• First Prize, Best Paper, DA 4A Regional In-House R & D Review, June 2012
• First Prize, Best Development Paper, STARRDEC’s Regional Symposium on Research and Development
Highlights, October 24, 2012
• Qualifier, Best Development Paper, DA-BAR CY 2012 National Research Symposium

BENEFICIARIES

Members of the Polillo Island Cacao Growers Association are the beneficiaries of the project. They
are now producing quality cacao planting materials and vermicompost fertilizer which they supply to
nearby island municipalities.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The technologies on cacao production systems and vermicomposting were already commercialized.
Furthermore, this project paved the way for more cacao projects in the region, like the project on
cacao post-harvest and processing technologies which will commence in 2016.

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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 : Daisynette DC. Manalo

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]
Telefax No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62
Mobile No. : 0926-172-3177

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Agribusiness Development Project on
Sustainable Cacao Production System

RESEARCH TEAM: : Dennis DL. Bihis
Main
Members : Dr. Concepcion I. Amat
Lani A. Averion
Collaborators Rolando P. Cuasay
Year
: LGUs of Quezon Province

: 2007 – 2010

Summary

Cacao is an important tropical rainforest tree species grown for its oil-rich seed that can be processed
into cocoa and cocoa butter. Cacao seeds are considered as major cash crops in the tropical areas.
In view of the country’s shortage in production of cacao, this agribusiness development project was
conducted.

To initiate the development of the industry in Quezon, 50 hectares of coconut areas were intercropped
with cacao. Aside from establishing a techno-demo farm and a nursery, trainings on the production
and management of the crop were also given to farmer-beneficiaries.

APPLICATION

The technology can be adopted by farmers in coconut areas and other monocropped farms.
Furthermore, interested stakeholders may acquire planting materials from the nursery or directly from
farmer-beneficiaries.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The farmer-beneficiaries are already benefitting from the sales of the beans as the cacao trees are
already productive. Some of the farms are also being utilized as exhibit for other interested farmers.
Hence, more farmers in the target areas also started planting cacao.

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

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Dennis DL. Bihis

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

Email Address : [email protected]

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

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Promotion of Organic Production
Technology for Coffee and Cacao Under
Coconut Plantations in Candelaria, Quezon

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Dr. Estela C. Taño

Members : Zara P. Caringal
Marcial Morcilla
Collaborators Sonny Macinas
Year Rizabel Macinas

: Masalukot 5 Farmer Groups
Paanan ng Bundok Betu

: 2011- 2015

Summary

A technology on the organic cultivation of coffee and cacao under coconut trees was recommended
to the farmers at the foot of Mt. Banahaw, Quezon. After interested farmers were trained on organic
fertilizer production and agro-forestry systems, seven new and organic products were developed from
the three crops– gugo bar shampoo, avocado soap, M5 Hills Beauty Cream, Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO)
soap, coffee body scrub and massage cream, coffee soap, and black chocolate powder.

AWARD

• Best New Product Award (Coffee Body Scrub and Massage Cream), DA-BAR’s 11th Agriculture
and Fisheries Technology Forum and Product Exhibition, SM Mega Trade Hall, Mandaluyong City,
August 2015

BENEFICIARIES

Farmers and other individuals in climatic conditions same as in the foothills of Mt. Banahaw can use
the recommended technologies on production and processing.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The organic coffee and cacao under coconut set-up is maintained by farmers. The harvests are being
processed into high-end products and are being promoted and sold through Bizpaye Philippines, Inc.
The farms also turned into Agri-tourism sites. The second phase of the project is yet to be implemented.

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

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Dr. Estela C. Taño
Agricultural Center Chief III

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

Tel.No. : 042-585-7101

Mobile Number : 0925-886-2765/0929-288-0965

Email Address : [email protected]

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Productivity Enhancement and
Development of Makapuno-based Products
at Southern Tagalog Integrated Agricultural

Research Center

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Daisynette D. Manalo
Members
: Fe E. Lupig
Cynthia DT. Leycano
Antonina Tolentino

Year : 2010 - 2013

Summary

Makapuno is a mutant coconut which meat is mainly processed into many food products like sweets,
candies, desserts, and ice cream, as well as some non-food products like cosmetic, lotions, and soaps.

Harvesting makapuno nut from coconut tree is rare and due to the abnormality of the endosperm,
its embryo does not germinate like normal coconut. Thus, the Tissue Culture team of the PCA-Albay
Research Center further improved the embryo culture technology developed by Dr. Emerita V. de
Guzman of UP Los Baños in 1960’s. This effort aims to benefit more Filipinos who depend on the
coconut industry. The technology involves saving the embryos from makapuno nuts, and nurturing
these in the laboratories to later produce makapuno palms.

The STIARC-LARES is now mass producing Embryo-Cultured Makapuno (ECM) planting materials. The
project has also standardized the processing procedures for makapuno strings, makapuno balls, and
makapuno soap.

AWARDS

• First Place, Best Paper, DA 4A Regional In-House R& D Review, June 2013
• Second Place, Best Development Paper, STARRDEC’s Regional Symposium on Research and

Development Highlights, October 29, 2014
• First Place, Best R & D Poster, STARRDEC’s Regional Symposium on Research and Development
Highlights, October 29, 2014
• Best Performing Laboratory for Makapuno in Region 4A, Makapuno Summit, October 4, 2014,
SouthernLuzon State University

BENEFICIARIES

ECM planting materials are now planted in different areas. It is expected that in four years, the plants
will start bearing fruits, thereby satisfying the demand for embryos by other tissue culture laboratories,
and the demand for meat by processing industries.

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TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The Modified ECM Production Protocol (MEPP) was already transferred to other laboratories in
the region to make the production faster. Product development and value-adding technologies for
makapuno strings, balls, and soap were also transferred to LAES. Finally, the standardized processing
procedures for each product were transferred to a women’s group 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 : Digna P. Narvacan
STIARC Manager

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

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

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

RESEARCH TEAM: : Lani A. Averion
Main
Members : Dr. Concepcion I. Amat
Lani A. Averion
Technical Adviser Rolando P. Cuasay
Year
: Erlinda P. Rillo – Scientist IV

: 2008 – 2011

Summary

Makapuno is a High Value Commercial Crop (HVCC) which can only be mass produced through Embryo
Culture technology. The increasing demand for Embryo-Cultured Makapuno (ECM) products and by-
products posted for the development of more areas dedicated to this valuable crop. Hence, QARES
in Tiaong, Quezon and LARES in Lipa City, Batangas established a 1 ha technology demonstration
area which was planted with dwarf makapuno and served as source of embryo for growing makapuno
seedlings.

AWARDS

• Certificate of Recognition, DA 4A’s Regional In-House R&D Review , DA-STIARC, Lipa City, July
9, 2012

APPLICATION

The cultural management of ECM is simple and could be easily adopted by interested farmers. On the
other hand, the laboratory production of ECM seedlings could be carried out by interested private
groups, LGUs, and farmers’ cooperative.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The ECM production areas in the two stations were expanded and laboratory procedures were
enhanced to meet the demand for ECM and to increase survival rate of ECM seedlings. At present,
the project is sustained through the sales from ECM seedlings, meat, and preserves.

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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 : Lania A. Averion

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

Email Address : [email protected]

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

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Production of Embryo Cultured Makapuno
Seedlings and Enhancement of Potential

Makapuno Meat Products

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

: 2010 – 2014

Technology Level: Technology Commercialization

Summary

Although it only represents a small portion of the entire coconut industry, makapuno has a very high
commercial value in the Philippines. The crop has a very high potential in the food industry and in
the pharmaceutical and medical fields. There is also a high demand for the commodity both in the
domestic and export markets.

With the success of embryo culture technique to produce makapuno seedlings, expansion of areas
and increase in production are expected. Consequently, the need to process and develop competitive
products from these will arise. In anticipation of this, trials were made to process makapuno meat into
tart, pie, macaroons, muffins, and balls.

APPLICATION

A women’s group in San Antonio, Quezon was trained to process makapuno meat into several food
products and served as the project’s beneficiaries. Aside from them, farmers and other interested
individuals may also benefit from the embryo-cultured makapuno seedlings and the technology on
makapuno meat processing.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

Planting materials are being produced and sold at QARES, and the revenues are used to sustain the
project.

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

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Rosemarie Bautista-Olfato

Members : Virgilia D. Arellano
Liwayway Pizarra
Anna Pamela Agudilla
Minerva Coronacion
Digna P. Narvacan
Dr. Aida P. Cariño

Collaborators : Office of the Provincial Agriculturist
- Quezon
Office of the Municipal Agriculturist
- Catanauan, Quezon

Year : 2009 - 2011

Technology Level: Technology VERIFICATION

Summary

The researchers helped improve farm productivity and marketability of arrowroot starch and flour
in Matandang Sabang Silangan (MSS) and Matandang Sabang Kanluran (MSK), Catanauan, Quezon.
Initially, they introduced a technology on arrowroot production, through which the number of harvested
tubers more than doubled. The technology, established by the Magsasaka-Siyentista, consisted of:
thorough land preparation; use of new suckers every season; use of organic fertilizer; planting in a
triangular manner; 50 x 30 cm planting distance; and weeding two to three times. The researchers also
improved the products made from the tubers through the machines from Bicol University.

Through the introduced technologies on production and processing, the farmers’ income definitely
increased. Eventually, more farmers were encouraged to adopt the technology.

AWARDS

• Silver Award, DA-BAR National Research Symposium, Manila Hotel, October 11, 2011
• Third Place, DA 4A Regional In-House R & D Review, DA-STIARC, June 2011
• Award of Recognition given by the Department of Agriculture RFO 4A, October 17, 2011
• Third Place, Best Poster, 1st CPAR Congress, Manila Hotel, February 2014

BENEFICIARIES

Aside from the farmers in Catanauan, Quezon, the target users of the technology also include the
farmer-cultivators in Liliw and Rizal, Laguna. Processors in these areas were encouraged to plant their
own supply of arrowroot, as their previous suppliers from Catanauan, Quezon now use the crop for
their own arrowroot cookies. There are also interested farmers in Paete, Laguna, and demonstration
planting in the said area will be conducted next cropping season.

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TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The technology is being extensively implemented in Matandang Sabang Kanluran and Matandang
Sabang Silangan, Catanauan, Quezon, and has spread to seven neighboring barangays in Catanauan
and in one adjacent barangay in Lopez, Quezon. The interventions have also reached the farmers in
Liliw and Rizal, Laguna.

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

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Assessment of Pesticide Usage of
Vegetable Farmers in CALABARZON

RESEARCH TEAM: : Dr. Gina R. Rosarda
Main
Members : Noel O. Hernandez
Collaborators
: Leonila C. Varca
Year National Crop Protection Center,
UPLB

: 2006 - 2010

Summary

Heavy application of pesticides, although known to cause detrimental effects to human health and
environment, was observed in CALABARZON area, particularly in Quezon and Batangas. In order to
alert consumers of the places where heavy application of pesticides is being practiced, an assessment
of the pesticide usage of Lowland Vegetable Expansion Program (LVEP) beneficiaries in CALABARZON
was conducted.

Pests and diseases control practices identified were smudging, spraying, and dipping. The researchers
also found that most of the beneficiaries do not wear proper protective gears during pest control. They
also practice mixing of different kinds of insecticide (cocktail).

APPLICATION

The target users are farmers’ groups, stakeholders, and individual farmers who are engaged in
vegetable production in CALABARZON. Middlemen, retailers, and consumers are also target users of
the results of the study.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

Results of the study are being used as benchmark information on the pesticide usage of the LVEP
beneficiaries 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 : Gina R. Rosarda, Ph.D.

Address : Cavite Agricultural Research and Experiment Station (CARES)
Ibayo Silangan, Naic, Cavite

Tel. No. : (63)-(46)- 412-1462/412-1441/421-1463

Email Address : [email protected]

Mobile No. : 0906-9046531

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Establishment of Codes of Practice for Pinakbet
Vegetables in Support to Good Agricultural

Practices(GAP) Implementation in Luzon Cluster

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Rosemarie Bautista-Olfato

Members : Virgilia D. Arellano

Collaborators : Cavite Agricultural Experiment
Year Station (CARES), Naic, Cavite

: 2010-2015

Summary

Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) refers to on-farm processes that ensure the production of safe and
quality food and non-food agricultural products. Due to the very low number of GAP-certified farms
in the country, the researchers conceptualized the project to increase the number of such in Region
IV-A and Region V. Aimed at guiding farmers in terms of food safety, the project was also a preparatory
stage for them for the forthcoming ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) integration.

Using the protocol adopted in the assessment phase prior to inspection, about 90-100% success has
been achieved in the GAP certification of farms both in Regions IV-A and V. Through the project, the
certified farms in Region IV-A increased from none to five, whereas in Region V, the number increased
from one to eight.

BENEFICIARIES

The project will aid interested farmers in acquiring GAP certification and ultimately, in producing
globally competitive products. The project also contributes to meeting national and international
regulations on agriculture, environment, and even social development, thereby ensuring the protection
and safety of the consumers.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The Bureau of Agriculture and Fisheries Standards (BAFS) is now promoting the technology for
adoption in other regions through GAP caravans. The Agricultural Training Institute (ATI), on the other
hand, conducts trainings where the project proponents and GAP certified farmers share the principles
and application of GAP and the experiences in GAP certification, respectively. GAP certified farms are
also being utilized as demonstration sites and venue for Lakbay-Aral and other experiential learnings
for farmers, researchers, and other stakeholders.

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

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Multi-location Adaptability Trial of
Singapore Vegetable Varieties, Coriander

and Sweet Potato Japanese Variety

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Rosemarie Bautista-Olfato

Members : Virgilia D. Arellano
Eva Pugay

Collaborators : Cavite Agricultural Research and
Year Experiment Station (CARES)
Naic, Cavite

: 2012

Summary

Vegetable trials on eggplants (Patlicankemer and N-302), hot pepper Hongkong and okra 949

Okra. Based on the trials, the researchers found that the test variety okra 949 and the local variety
can produce the longest fruit. The Smooth Green variety, on the other hand, can produce the heaviest
fruit, followed by the okra 949 variety. There were no pests recorded in the okra trial both for the test
variety and the regional and the local varieties.

Hot pepper Hongkong. There was an observed occurrence of yellowing and slight curling of the leaves
of the hot pepper Hongkong variety. The identified insects were mites, mealybugs, and thrips.

Eggplant. No marketable harvests were recorded for eggplant since all varieties were severely infected
with fruit and shoot borer and Phytophthora fruit rot.

Multi-location adaptability and technology demonstration trial of sweet potato Japanese variety

Sweet potato. The check variety (UPL SP 17) can produce more tubers than the Japanese sweet potato
(JSP) variety. Specifically, the highest recorded yield of the check variety was 25.24 kg, while that of
the JSP variety was 16.5 kg.

In terms of sweetness, dryness, and general acceptability, test results showed that both varieties do
not greatly differ, but there was a stronger preference for the JSP variety.

Coriander. The seeds of Slow Bolting Coriander, the test variety, develops faster than East-West Seeds
Kulantro and Allied Seeds Condor. Slow bolting, once grown, appeared to be bushier and have wider
leaves compared to the other test varieties. On the other hand, in terms of development, Kulantro (of
East West Co.) grow faster than the others.

Since the initial trials were conducted in upland areas during dry season, another trial must be
conducted in a lowland area and during wet season, for respective comparisons.

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APPLICATION

The trials would serve as a guide for industries interested in commercializing the production
technologies on the test varieties.

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

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

RESEARCHER: : Eva B. Pugay
Year : 2006 - 2008

Summary

In order to provide a picture of the condition of ‘Pinakbet’ vegetable growers in CALABARZON, the
researchers prepared a profile of the farmers detailing their demographic characteristics, cultural
management and practices, and post-harvest techniques including packaging and marketing. The
common problems of the pinakbet vegetables farmers were also detailed.

The researchers also analyzed the relationship of the farmers’ characteristics with their profit and their
awareness on the quality and quantity demands of various markets and other institutional buyers in
CALABARZON.

APPLICATION

The results of the study could guide policy makers and program planners in making their existing
policies and programs more effective and meaningful. It can also give useful information to the different
stakeholders interested in the vegetable industry. Experts’ feedback on the generated profile may also
benefit vegetable growers.

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

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Eva B. Pugay

Address : Cavite Agricultural Research and Experiment Station
Ibayo Silangan, Naic, Cavite

Email Address : [email protected]

Mobile No. : 09052990243/09332718010
Tel. No. : (63)-(46)- 412-1462/412-1441/421-1463

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Productivity Enhancement and Development
of Enhancing Goat Production Through

Integrated Management Using CPAR Approach

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main Wilmer S. Faylon

Member Josenieto B. Bihis

Collaborators DA-RFO V
Year 2009-2011

Summary

Aimed at improving the production of goat in CALABARZON, the researchers tested the suitability of generated
technologies from other regions. Specifically, the appropriate housing materials, feed, rearing method,
trimming, crossbreeding, and other production technologies were tested. From the tests, they proposed a
location-specific goat management approach integrated in other production systems suited to the condition
of CALABARZON.

APPLICATION

The beneficiaries of the project are farmers who are interested in integrating goat raising to their existing
farming systems. The project is also a means for farmers and institutions who would like to develop breeder
farms.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

Data on production and reproduction were made available to be used by farmers as production target.
Currently, the team was also able to transfer the technology of integration to CALABARZON farmers with
different crops such as corn, rice, and vegetables. DA-RFO IV-A is also continuously distributing goats to
farmers who would like to focus on goat production.

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

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Wilmer S. Faylon

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]
Mobile No. : 0932-8448707 / 0916-7005549
Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62

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Comparative Performance and Community-
Based Production of Native Chicken in Luzon

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main Wilmer S. Faylon

Member Josenieto B. Bihis

Collaborators DA-RFO IV-B
Year 2009-2011

Summary

In order to elevate the production of native chicken in CALABARZON to commercial scale, the researchers
developed a technology for Banaba native chicken, a predominant strain in CALABARZON. Specifically, this
technology on intensifying production consisted of improved breeding, feeding, medication, and management.

The performance of Banaba using the developed technology was tested on-station. Information on production
and reproduction gathered from the test were made available to the farmers for them to have an efficient
production target. Aside from developing the technology, the researchers also aimed at developing breeder
farms that will become source of good quality stocks of native chicken for interested farmers.

APPLICATION

The target users of the technology are farmers in CALABARZON who are interested in commercially producing
native chicken as source of income.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The technology earned positive response from the beneficiaries. At present, the team was able to transfer the
technology to several farmers in CALABARZON with 23 roosters and 115 hens distributed. The adoption of
the technology was also evident through the increase in number of commercial farms in the Region. On the
other hand, the distribution of native chicken has become a continuous program of DA-RFO IV-A.

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

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Wilmer S. Faylon

Address : DA-STIARC, Marawoy, Lipa City

Email Address : [email protected]

Mobile No. : 0932-8448707 / 0916-7005549
Tel. No. : (63)-(43)- 756-49-62

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Women-led Community-based Native Chicken
Using Natural Farming Technologies

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Dr. Estela C. Taño

Members : Rhodora M. Huelva
Lani M. Limbo

Collaborators : Women Groups of Mangilag Norte,
Candelaria, Quezon and Bukal, Tiaong,

Q uezon

Year : 2008-2011

Summary

The researchers introduced a natural farming technology on raising native chicken to a group of rural women.
The technology consisted of providing housing facilities, feeding, egg collection, and weaning. However,
because the group was accustomed to traditional native chicken raising, some aspects of the technology were
not practiced religiously. Hence, the results did not demonstrate absolute confirmation of the technology’s
effectiveness. Another problem is that local people were more inclined to buying commercial eggs which are
bigger and cheaper compared to the native eggs.

APPLICATION

Any farmer or women’s group can benefit from the recommendations of the project.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

Follow-up studies are needed to address the problems encountered in the conduct of this project.

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

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Name : Dr. Estela C. Taño
Agricultural Center Chief III

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

Tel.No. : 042-585-7101

Mobile Number : 0925-886-2765/0929-288-0965
Email Address : [email protected]

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Enhancement of Lipa -LGU Bee Program for
Livelihood, Agricultural Productivity,
and Biodiversity

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Aldrin Pagcaliwangan

Members : Aida P. Luistro
Reynaldo Africa
Francisco Badion, Jr.
Shermark Navarro
Danilo Mejico

Collaborators : UPLB-Bee Program
Lipa City Agriculturist Office

Year : 2013 -2015

Summary

Majority of the crops planted by farmers in Lipa City require cross pollination. Thus, beekeeping has a
potential for integration into their farming systems. In 2004, the LGU of Lipa City initiated a bee program
which, unfortunately, did not fully materialize.

The researchers found a way to enhance the Lipa-LGU Bee Program by helping the local beekeepers form a
cooperative, conducting seminars and trainings, and providing processing equipment and market linkage. The
researchers were also able to demonstrate the direct contribution of bee pollination to the productivity of
some crops such as Embryo Culture Makapuno (ECM) nut, citrus, coffee, and coconut.

BENEFICIARIES

Through the project, local beekeepers of Lipa City were organized into a cooperative and registered with the
Cooperative Development Authority as “Lipa Beekeepers Marketing Cooperative (LBMC).” Members were
also provided with trainings on beekeeping, product development, and cooperative management, as well as
the necessary equipment such as honey extractor and wax melter.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

Beekeeping is now institutionalized in the agricultural program of Lipa City and sustained through the support
of LBMC. At present, LBMC retails different bee products like honey, vinegar, soap, foundation wax, and some
food products in Lipa City and nearby municipalities.

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

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Community-based Participatory Action
Research (CPAR) Program on the Culture of

High-value Finfishes in Cages

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Dr. Hannibal M. Chavez

Members : Marvin P. Nasino
Anna Merlinna F. Conant
Collaborators Aurelio A. Carandang
Year Raffy O. Gosas
Jan Terrance L. Halina

: LGU - Sariaya, Quezon

: 2011-2012

Summary

The researchers had demonstrated the effectivity of cage farming technology of high-value species in cages.
Through the demonstration of cage technology, production of high-value species in a limited area can be
maximized with the right stocking density and proper grow-out management of the species. Hence, resulted
in good survival, production and good quality fish are produced. Aside from these, it helped improve farm
productivity and increased farmers and fisherfolk income.

The introduction of cage farming technology on high-value species encourages more farmers and fisherfolk
and other stakeholders to adopt the technology not only in the CALABARZON region but also in other regions.

BENEFICIARIES

The operators of the cage farming technology are mostly fisherfolk, investors and or locators of the mariculture
zone and in the nearby municipalities of Quezon Province. Interested farmers from other regions also show
interest in the cage farming technology of high-value species. The species like pompano, grouper and milkfish,
the target clients came from the lower and middle class group and the products are mostly sold in the domestic
market, mall supermarkets, as well as in the high-end restaurants.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The technology is being widely adopted and accepted not only in Quezon Province, but also in other regions
with mariculture zone/park and in other areas with bays and coves suitable to culture high-value species.
Through BAR in collaboration with Mag-Agri Tayo, the documentation of the CPAR Project on the culture of
high-value species as aired on the television and posted on the You Tube, encourages more farmers, fisherfolk
and investors adopt the technology including the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW). Thus, this method of
technology dissemination and promotion is more effective and inspiring, especially for beginner adopters to
adopt the technology and the CPAR program of the BAR.

Apart from these, is the continuous dissemination through technology demonstrations, fisheries caravan and
trainings being done specifically with feasible areas for the cage farming of high-value species.

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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 : Dr. Hannibal M. Chavez

Address : BFAR 4A 2nd Flr ICC Bldg., NIA Comp., EDSA, Quezon City

Tel. No. : (63)-(049) 827-36-12

Mobile Number : 09178617068
Email Address : [email protected]

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Community-based Participatory Action Research (CPAR)
Program on the Culture of Giant Tiger Prawn, Penaeus
monodon and Mudcrab, Scylla oceanica
in Ponds and Cages

RESEARCH TEAM:

Main : Dr. Hannibal M. Chavez

Members : Marvin P. Nasino
Anna Merlinna F. Conant
Collaborators Aurelio A. Carandang
Year Raffy O. Gosas
Jan Terrance L. Halina

: LGU - Sariaya, Quezon

: 2011-2012

Summary

The CPAR project on the culture of the giant tiger prawn and mudcrab in ponds and cages has demonstrated
the effectivity of the technology. The researchers demonstrated the technology on the polyculture of mudcrab
and giant tiger prawn combined with red tilapia in the brackishwater ponds and the giant tiger prawn in cages.
Apart from these, it also shows the right culture combination of the high-value species in brackishwater ponds.

Through the demonstration of the brackishwater pond technology, with appropriate grow-out management
and stocking density of high-value species, resulted in good production and better quality of high-value
species produced. Eventually, it helped improve farm productivity and increased income of the farming and
fishing communities, thus encourage more participation and adoption of the technology by the farmers and
fisherfolk.

BENEFICIARIES

The operators of pond farming technology are mostly farmers and fisherfolk in the nearby municipalities of
Quezon Province. Interested farmers from other regions also show interest in the pond farming technology
of high-value species. Species like the mudcrab, giant tiger prawn and saline red tilapia, the target client came
from the middle class group and the products are mostly sold in the domestic market, mall supermarkets, as
well as in the high-end restaurants.

TECHNOLOGY STATUS

The technology dissemination is widely adopted and accepted not only in Quezon Province, but also in other
regions. CPAR Project as shown in Mag-Ari Tayo is a good example of the wide and continuous dissemination
of technology every time it airs on the television and posted on the You Tube. Interested farmers not only
from the Philippines, but also in other countries as well as Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) showed interest
through emails and phone inquiries which is an indication that brackishwater pond culture technology of high-
value species encourages more farmers thru the CPAR Program of the Bureau of Agricultural Research.

Aside from these, is the continuous dissemination through technology demonstrations, trainings and fisheries
caravans is being done specifically in other municipalities of the CALABARZON with suitable areas for farming
of high-value species in the brackishwater ponds and cages.

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