Throughout this course, you will learn about the numerous benefits of EPP, such as its space-efficient design, pesticide-free produce, and utilization of recyclable materials. You will gain practical knowledge on constructing your own EPP system, including the creation of the efficient "Super Paso" potting medium and transplanting seedlings for optimal growth. We will also explore essential long-term plant care, covering harvesting techniques to ensure continuous yields and maximize the lifespan of your EPP garden.
This course generally aims to equip the participants with the knowledge and proper skills on integrated pest management and nutrient management, specifically Boron fertilization of peanuts. Likewise, it aims to give the technical know-how on the recommended pest management of major insect-pest and diseases of peanuts in order to reduce damage and infection and increase productivity. On the other hand, it is important to learn the significance of Boron in peanuts particularly when grown in lahar and sandy soils as well as the types and methods of Boron application to enhance peanut production. Also, through this course, the participant will have an insight on the overview of peanut production in the country including its economic importance and nutritional value as one of the important food legume crops in the Philippines. This course was developed through the DOST-PCAARRD’s Project entitled, “Improvement of Peanut Integrated Pest Management and Boron Management” under the Program titled, “Enhancing Value Chain for Peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) Production and Processing” and Multi-location Trials of Oligo-carrageenan for Improved Productivity of Mungbean and Peanut in Regions II, III, VII and X.
Seedling production and maintenance is a critical aspect of agriculture, horticulture, and forestry, laying the foundation for successful crop yields, reforestation efforts, and landscape design. This course provides an understanding of the methods, technologies, and principles involved in producing and nurturing robust seedlings.
The course aims to equip the participants with knowledge and skills in Dragon fruit wine and vinegar processing. It provides foundational information on the basic concepts of wine and vinegar fermentation, and introduces the key components of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) that are vital in food handling, preparation, and processing. It also provides an overview of Dragon fruit availability and production in the Philippines, as well as products that can be developed using this fruit. It also covers a short introduction on core food processing principles, with the aim to provide options for crop utilization and value-addition. The course ultimately intends to inspire its learners to appreciate the value of local crops, and develop food products derived from them. This course was developed through the expertise of Industrial Technology Development Institute’s (ITDI) on food processing technology for fruit wines and vinegar. Course materials were produced by ITDI as a special public technical webinar in 2020.
