Research Details

Assessing the Financial Viability and Efficacy of Using Fermented Sweet Sorghum Juice as a Sustainable Foliar Fertilizer and Bio-Pesticide for Selected Vegetable Crops in Ilocos Norte

Mario I. Remolacio, Constante Julian

Category: Project

Status: On-going

Duration: June 1, 2024 - June 30, 2027

Brief Description

The result of this project will benefit the sweet sorghum farmers. The utilization of marginal areas for sweet sorghum production will give additional source of income to farmers. This study will contribute to the development of sustainable and organic farming practices in Ilocos Norte. The use of fermented sweet sorghum juice can reduce the reliance on synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, which have negative impacts on human health, the environment, and the economy. Moreover, the financial viability of this sustainable farming approach can provide cost-effective, environment friendly alternative and valuable information to farmers and policymakers, thus, encouraging the adoption of sustainable farming practices.

Expected Output

  • Publication: Journal article and other publications
  • People Services (Researchers and Graduates): Trainings conducted
  • Product: Fermented Foliar Fertilizer and Bio-pesticide
  • Patent/IP: Utility Model and copyright
  •  Partnerships and Places: MOA/MOU forged with LGUs
  • Policies: Policies recommended
  • Social Impact: Adoption of technology
  • Economic Impact: Additional source of income