SAPIAN, Capiz - "I learned a lot, especially on how we can save in using fertilizers, and it is not supposed to mix with other fertilizers. Now, we learned the right source of fertilizer to be applied, we can lessen our expenses, especially now that we have higher expenses than our yield and income. With this training, we have now the guide on the right way of applying fertilizer, the right timing, the right source, and the right amount of fertilizer to be used. We hope that through this we can have a higher yield in the next cropping season,” expressed Ederlita O. Alayon, one of the 27 rice farmers from Brgy. Maninang with below 4 tons’ production, participated in the Rice Crop Manager (RCM) Briefing and Orientation on April 6, 2022, in the said municipality.
They were provided lectures on RCM for managing their rice fields. They were also have been registered using Farmer and Farm Lot Registration and generated a total of 31 unique RCM recommendations on nutrient, pest, weed, or water management, depending on the farmer's specific variety used, and his yield from the previous season, and the site-specific conditions of the field.
This activity aims to equip rice farmers with the knowledge and skills on the efficient use of RCM. Each RCM recommendation is customized to match the field size and needs of rice-growing conditions of an individual farmer. This information on managing their rice crop is disseminated every cropping season wherein the right timing, right source, and the right amount of fertilizer are suited to the needs of their field.
