To enable and develop prospective farmers to become accredited seed growers, 35 farmers and extension workers completed the 5-day Training on Inbred Rice Seed Production and Certification for Potential Seed Growers on May 13-17, 2024 at Ala Amid Bed and Breakfast, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan.
The training covered discussions about the status of the rice industry in the MIMAROPA region and different cultural management practices of inbred rice seed production and integrated pest management.
Participants were also engaged in hands-on activities, including comprehensive seed testing in laboratory conditions. This involved conducting essential tests such as Moisture Content Determination, Physical Purity, Varietal Purity, and Germination, ensuring a thorough understanding and application of seed quality standards.
Ms. Alfie C. Braganza, one of the participants, expressed gratitude for the opportunity, emphasizing the valuable practical knowledge shared and the conducive learning environment provided throughout the training.
“Naging maayos at masaya ang buong training na ito, lalo na't nagkaroon rin ng iba't ibang hands-on activities tungkol sa mga pamamaraan ng Seed Testing na isinagawa ng BPI-NSQCS. Nagpapasalamat rin po ako sa mga naging tagapagturo sa amin at sa kanilang pagbahagi ng kaalaman tungkol sa pagpapalay,” she said.
The training concluded with practical assistance on how to handle forms for future seed certification applications, equipping participants with the necessary tools to pursue accreditation as seed growers.
