Low income is the main problem of millions of farmers who are cultivating 4.81 million hectares in the Philippines. This problem is attributed to challenges specifically low yield, low quality of produce, and signific...Low income is the main problem of millions of farmers who are cultivating 4.81 million hectares in the Philippines. This problem is attributed to challenges specifically low yield, low quality of produce, and significant post-harvest losses, particularly in a resource-scarce setting. This study aimed to help increase the farmers’ income in selected towns of Nueva Ecija through the promotion and use of special purpose rice production technology. Twenty (20) farmer-cooperators in three towns of Nueva Ecija were selected to demonstrate the production technology covering a total area of 4.75 hectares during the dry season, and 3.3 hectares during the wet season, both in 2023. Extension modalities such as training, techno-demo establishment, information material and technical assistance provision, and market linkage were undertaken to enhance their knowledge, attitude, and skills on special rice production and enterprise. The study utilized the descriptive quantitative method wherein the data were gathered through surveys, specifically personal interviews. Results showed that 70% of the farmer-cooperators were male and 60% were living below the poverty threshold. The farmers were 53 years old on average and engaged in farming as their primary source of income. The average yield of special purpose rice particularly the CLS-2 variety was higher (6.46 MT/ha and 6.22 MT/ha during dry and wet seasons, respectively) than that of inbred or non-special rice. The income per hectare from special purpose rice production per hectare was Php 75,420.00, which is higher than that of regular rice at Php 29,389.00, giving a higher benefit of Php 46,031.00. The technology adopters and area planted increased (from 6 to 9 and from 1.4 hectares to 2.75 hectares, respectively) in Licab, Nueva Ecija. The opposite was true in Sto. Domingo and Guimba, Nueva Ecija where farmers were discouraged by the marketing issues that arose.展开更多
This study traced the special rice value chain, described the various players’ roles, assessed the identified chains’ performance, determined the constraints and opportunities, and identified interventions to improv...This study traced the special rice value chain, described the various players’ roles, assessed the identified chains’ performance, determined the constraints and opportunities, and identified interventions to improve the special rice value chain in the province. Key informant interviews with government and nongovernment organizations (NGOs) and surveys among different special rice value chain players were done. The special rice industry in Nueva Ecija is relatively limited and consists of aromatic, pigmented, and glutinous rice. The value chain mapping for special rice in Nueva Ecija starts downstream (traders) and moves upstream (input provider). Some of the identified constraints within the market levels of the chain are as follows: Farmers’ limited access to affordable yet quality seeds, the volatility of the price of paddy rice in the market, and the rapid changes in the prices of production inputs, such as seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and others. Moreover, natural factors like typhoons, floods, droughts, insect pests, and weeds were noted. One major problem identified by the institutional buyers was the limited demand for special rice. To improve competitiveness, the special rice industry should focus on developing and promoting pest-resistant varieties and cost-reducing technologies. Furthermore, promoting special rice among consumers is needed to increase demand and encourage more farmers to engage in special rice production. The government agencies should continue supporting special rice farmers not only in production but also in postharvest and marketing aspects. Provision of seminars, trainings, and machinery related to special rice is recommended. Regression analysis using backward method of analysis was found to be significant in three (3) variables, namely, household size, years in school, and labor.展开更多
文摘Low income is the main problem of millions of farmers who are cultivating 4.81 million hectares in the Philippines. This problem is attributed to challenges specifically low yield, low quality of produce, and significant post-harvest losses, particularly in a resource-scarce setting. This study aimed to help increase the farmers’ income in selected towns of Nueva Ecija through the promotion and use of special purpose rice production technology. Twenty (20) farmer-cooperators in three towns of Nueva Ecija were selected to demonstrate the production technology covering a total area of 4.75 hectares during the dry season, and 3.3 hectares during the wet season, both in 2023. Extension modalities such as training, techno-demo establishment, information material and technical assistance provision, and market linkage were undertaken to enhance their knowledge, attitude, and skills on special rice production and enterprise. The study utilized the descriptive quantitative method wherein the data were gathered through surveys, specifically personal interviews. Results showed that 70% of the farmer-cooperators were male and 60% were living below the poverty threshold. The farmers were 53 years old on average and engaged in farming as their primary source of income. The average yield of special purpose rice particularly the CLS-2 variety was higher (6.46 MT/ha and 6.22 MT/ha during dry and wet seasons, respectively) than that of inbred or non-special rice. The income per hectare from special purpose rice production per hectare was Php 75,420.00, which is higher than that of regular rice at Php 29,389.00, giving a higher benefit of Php 46,031.00. The technology adopters and area planted increased (from 6 to 9 and from 1.4 hectares to 2.75 hectares, respectively) in Licab, Nueva Ecija. The opposite was true in Sto. Domingo and Guimba, Nueva Ecija where farmers were discouraged by the marketing issues that arose.
文摘This study traced the special rice value chain, described the various players’ roles, assessed the identified chains’ performance, determined the constraints and opportunities, and identified interventions to improve the special rice value chain in the province. Key informant interviews with government and nongovernment organizations (NGOs) and surveys among different special rice value chain players were done. The special rice industry in Nueva Ecija is relatively limited and consists of aromatic, pigmented, and glutinous rice. The value chain mapping for special rice in Nueva Ecija starts downstream (traders) and moves upstream (input provider). Some of the identified constraints within the market levels of the chain are as follows: Farmers’ limited access to affordable yet quality seeds, the volatility of the price of paddy rice in the market, and the rapid changes in the prices of production inputs, such as seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and others. Moreover, natural factors like typhoons, floods, droughts, insect pests, and weeds were noted. One major problem identified by the institutional buyers was the limited demand for special rice. To improve competitiveness, the special rice industry should focus on developing and promoting pest-resistant varieties and cost-reducing technologies. Furthermore, promoting special rice among consumers is needed to increase demand and encourage more farmers to engage in special rice production. The government agencies should continue supporting special rice farmers not only in production but also in postharvest and marketing aspects. Provision of seminars, trainings, and machinery related to special rice is recommended. Regression analysis using backward method of analysis was found to be significant in three (3) variables, namely, household size, years in school, and labor.
