Farmer-managed coconut-based farming system in Pigkawayan, Cotabato [Philippines]
1991
Cabangbang, R.P. | Aguilar, E.A. (Southern Mindanao Univ., Kabacan, Cotabato (Philippines))
The farm of Mr. Saljay [farmer respondent] exemplified the profitability of coconut farming. It demonstrated the suitability of the different coconut varieties to intercropping provided wider spacing is adopted. The superiority of local hybrids over that of the local talls under Cotabato [Philippines] condition was likewise clearly shown by the models. In diversifying the coconut products (producing good quality seed nuts/seedlings and charcoal making) Gregorio Saljay earned a considerable income. Mr. Saljay's foresight in planting promising local hybrids and managing his farm well, contributed to the high productivity and income of coconuts. Likewise, the farm demonstrated the profitability of intercropping perennials like black pepper, coffee, rambutan, and annuals like hybrid corn. Some of the constraints identified in the farm include the inefficient utilization of farm labor due to absence of specific work assignments and much time wasted by laborers in transferring from one site to another. Likewise, attention should be given to the alternative uses of other farm by-products such as coconut water and coconut husk. Although corn cob is used as mulch, its effectiveness has yet to be assessed
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