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

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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

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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

THANK YOU

AND

GOD BLESS!