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ADAPTABILITY OF STINGLESS BEES (TRIGONA BIROI FRIESE) TO
JAPANESE-DESIGN HIVES
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PERFORMANCE OF QUEEN
PINEAPPLE TO FOLIAR APPLICATION OF BORON
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DEVELOPMENT OF
MECHANIZATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR ARROW ROOT PROCESSING
ADAPTABILITY OF STINGLESS BEES
(TRIGONA BIROI FRIESE) TO JAPANESE-DESIGN HIVES
(Research paper presented by Maria
Dulce J Mostoles, Raul B. Ruiz and Kazuhiro Amano
during the Regional R&D Symposium 18 August 2005 at BUCAF Guinobatan,
Albay; 3rd Best Paper, Research Category)
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DESCRIPTION |
The
study introduces the use of hive boxes for the Trigona
biroi bee species to determine its adaptability in
different nesting conditions The Japanese-design hive boxes.
were used for temperature adaptability. The study succeeded
in keeping the colonies of Trigona biroi in tropical
conditions particularly in the province of Albay and
Camarines Sur |
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IMPLEMENTING AGENCY |
Camarines Sur State Agricultural College (CSSAC) |
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FUNDING
AGENCY |
CSSAC |
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DOST INTERVENTIONS |
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The stingless bees of species Trigona biroi locally
abundant in the Bicol region have been cultured in
halved coconut shells as traditional method.
Introduction of the Japanese-design hive boxes to
test the adaptability of the T. biroi bee species
succeeded in keeping T. biroi in tropical conditions
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IMPACT/RESULTS OF THE PROGRAM |
With the
adaptability of the T. biroi bee in hive box in tropical
condition, it could be recommended for use by local
beekeepers but with subsequent studies to be carried out on
the harvesting of pollen and honey without destroying the
brood chamber. Keeping the stingless bees of Bicol could be
done using Japanese-design hives, which is recommended to be
further tested in glasshouse conditions during the winter
season and making use of outer box which is equipped with
thermostat. Propolis needs to be harvested regularly to
provide more space for the brood chamber. With the abundant
supply of the propolis, there is need to indulge in
processing and utilization. These
can open doors for potential market of packaged bees.
Studies
such as pollination of high value crops and off season crops
could be done using the colonies of T. biroi in hive boxes.
Studies on its life history and behavior, pest and diseases
and reproduction could be done |
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PROJECT BENEFICIARY
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CSSAC,
Pili Camarines Sur |
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Contact Person |
Ms. Ma.
Dulce Mostoles |
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ADDRESS |
CSSAC
Pili, Camarines Sur |
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PERFORMANCE OF QUEEN
PINEAPPLE TO FOLIAR APPLICATION OF BORON
(Research paper
presented by Inocencio Q. Obrero, DA 5, during the
Regional R&D Symposium 18 August 2005 at BUCAF Guinobatan, Albay; 3rd Best
Paper, Research Category)
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DESCRIPTION |
The
study introduces the application of Boron to Queen
pineapple (Anonas comusus) to improve growth, enhance its
flowering and improve fruit quality of smooth cayenne
pinapple. Improvement of fruit quality is the primary
concern of queen pineapple growers. Profitability depends
on producing big and sweet pineapple fruits. Providing the
plant with the sufficient supply of macro-elements such as
NPK is vital, and also important is the essential micro
elements such as Boron |
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IMPLEMENTING AGENCY |
Dept. Of
Agriculture Regional Field Unit 5, Pili Camarines Sur |
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FUNDING AGENCY |
Dept. Of
agriculture HVCC Project |
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TECHNOLOGY INTERVENTIONS |
Application of Boron by foliar spray have significantly
increased weight of queen pineapple fruits in both
experiments, the use of 3 to 4 grams per liter of water can
increase fruit weight by 22 to 23 percent or 147 to 164
grams per fruit. Highest increase in weight is noted when
the application is done during the flowering stage |
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IMPACT/RESULTS OF THE PROGRAM |
Sprying
of Boron at a rate of 3 g/liter water can result to
significant increase in weight, length and diameter of queen
pineapple fruits which are very important consideration in
the pricing scheme of the product. Slight increase in fruit
sugar have also been noted which improves its market
acceptability. Boron application will not become an
additional burden to the farmers since its cost is minimal
and application is not very tedious compared to its benefits
of increased tonnage yield, sweeter and more expanded
pineapple fruits |
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PROJECT BENEFICIARY
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Pineapple Farmers of Camarines Norte |
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Contact Person |
Mr.
Inocencio Q. Obrero |
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ADDRESS |
Dept. of
Agriculture, Regional Field Office 5, Pili, Camarines Sur |
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DEVELOPMENT OF MECHANIZATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR ARROW ROOT PROCESSING
(Research paper presented
by Arnulfo P. Malinis, Luis O. Amano, Viola L. Amano, Christopher O. Pacardo,
Salvador T. Alba
during the Regional R&D Symposium 18 August 2005 at BUCAF Guinobatan, Albay;
1st Best Paper, Development Category)
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DESCRIPTION |
The
project developed mechanization technologies for processing
arrowroot and the processing system that will solve the
laborious and tedious production of arrowroot starch. |
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IMPLEMENTING AGENCY |
Bicol
University College of Agriculture and Forestry, Guinobatan,
Albay |
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FUNDING AGENCY |
BUCAF/Tropic
Agro-Industry (KOLBI) Naga City |
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TECHNOLOGY INTERVENTIONS |
Mechanization technology on the extraction of arrowroot
starch using the existing ginger and rootcrops processing
machines from BUCAF
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IMPACT/RESULTS OF THE PROGRAM |
The
development of the technology lead to the production of
starch that could be used as a material for different food
enterprises. This will also encourage farmers to venture
into the production of arrowroot since the extraction of
arrowroot flour is easier now through the use of machine
rather than the traditional way of extraction.
The
development of by-products and marketing of these products
must be explored. The commercialization of these
technologies is recommended. |
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PROJECT BENEFICIARY
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Albay &
Marinduque pilot plant |
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CONTACT PERSON |
Arnulfo
P. Malinis, Bicol University College of Agriculture and
Forestry |
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ADDRESS |
Guinobatan, Albay |
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