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PROJECT RISE: RICE IMMUNITY AND IT’S ENDURANCE
TO LA-NIÑA
A Researcher Proposal
Presented to the Senior High School Department
Of Nueva Vizcaya Institute, Rizal St.
Poblacion, Aritao Nueva Vizcaya
In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for
the Practical Research 2
(Grade 12-STEM)
Soberano, Frelie Mae G.
Onoza, Kate Hershelle R.
Dela Cruz, Mark Denver A.
Castronuevo, Elia Kim M.
Garcia, Alena Elaine M.
Mercado, Richelle Mae L.
Garcia, Jeralene T.
Dula, Aerone Rica
Constantino, Adonis Hero B.
Mauricio, Alphilia Meg
October 2024
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CHAPTER I
THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
In this chapter, the researchers provide a concise overview, including the primary
problem, research objectives, significance, conceptual framework, and definition
of term.
BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY
Rice is a staple food crop and a crucial component of the agricultural
landscape in the Philippines. It is the primary source of sustenance for millions of
Filipinos,
providing essential nutrients and energy. Cultivated extensively across the
country, rice farming supports the livelihoods of countless farmers and their
families, driving local economies, especially in rural areas. However, certain
phenomenon greatly affects the production of rice.
The phenomenon of La Niña, characterized by cooler-than-average sea
surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific, leads to
increased rainfall and cooler weather patterns, which pose significant challenges
to rice production. Flooding and waterlogging, common during La Niña events,
can severely damage rice crops, reducing yields and affecting the livelihoods of
farmers.
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Other countries like India developed and promoted drought-tolerant rice
varieties that can withstand water stress during La Niña. These varieties help
maintain yields even under adverse conditions. While Vietnam has focused on
improving irrigation infrastructure to ensure a steady water supply during periods
of excessive rainfall or drought. This includes constructing efficient drainage
systems and adopting water-saving techniques like alternate wetting and drying.
The Philippines on the other hand implemented crop insurance programs
to provide financial support to farmers affected by La Niña-induced crop failures
that helps farmers recover from losses and continue their agricultural activities.
Thus, creating an innovation that can help plants withstand la-niña can not only
help the farmers but also the economy.
To further enhance rice production resilience in the Philippines, innovative
farming techniques have emerged as potential solutions to mitigate the adverse
effects of La Niña and other climatic challenges. One such approach is the
exploration of advanced agricultural systems like hydroponic farming, which
offers a controlled environment that can protect crops from the unpredictable
weather patterns associated with La-Niña. By minimizing the need for traditional
soil-based farming methods, this approach helps in safeguarding crops from
excessive rainfall and flooding, which are often detrimental to rice cultivation.
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In addition to addressing the immediate risks posed by climate-related
phenomena, adopting hydroponic systems could contribute to a more sustainable
agricultural model. It offers a more efficient use of water and nutrients, allowing
farmers to optimize crop yields even in smaller spaces or less fertile lands. This
is especially vital in the Philippines, where farmlands in many rural areas are
susceptible to weather extremes. Furthermore, introducing hydroponic farming
into the rice production landscape could serve as a long-term solution that
empowers farmers to maintain stable production levels despite fluctuating
environmental conditions.
With hydroponic farming, the Philippines could reduce its reliance on
traditional, weather-dependent farming techniques, potentially transforming the
agricultural sector into a more adaptable and resilient system. By investigating
this approach, this research aims to not only explore an alternative method for
rice production but also contribute to the overall sustainability and security of the
country's agricultural output.
CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
HYDROPHONIC RICE
FARMING
4 IMMUNITY ENDURANCE
Figure 1 illustrates the conceptual framework of the study, showing the
significant roles of Hydroponic farming in the rice immunity and endurance to La
Niña. Hydroponic farming is a method of growing plants without soil; instead, it
uses nutrient-rich water. In this study, the researchers aim to know what the best
technique in hydroponic farming is that will help strengthen rice's immunity and
endurance in La Niña.
These variables will be investigated by the researchers in a quantitative
way. The researchers plan to test hydroponic gardening in a variety of methods.
One is in a pond filled with Oreochromis Niloticus (Tilapia). A pond treated with
chemicals is the second, and one that solely used pure water.
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
CENTRAL QUESTION
This study aims to determine how does hydroponic farming affect the
immunity and endurance of rice varieties during La-Niña conditions.
COLLORALY QUESTIONS:
[Link] specific hydroponic techniques enhance the immunity of rice varieties
against La-Niña?
[Link] do nutrient levels in hydroponic systems influence the growth and
endurance of rice during adverse weather conditions?
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[Link] role do environmental factors play in the effectiveness of hydroponic
farming for rice cultivation under La-Niña conditions?
[Link] does the genetic diversity of rice affect its growth rate in hydroponic
systems during La-Niña?
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
The aim of the study "Project: RISE (Rice Immunity and its
Endurance to La-Niña)" is to investigate how hydroponic farming influence
the immunity and endurance of various rice varieties under La-Niña
conditions.
The following categories are aspects where the findings of the study
could be significant and beneficial:
Students: This research provides students with practical knowledge about
hydroponic farming and its implications for crop endurance, fostering
critical thinking and innovation in agricultural practices.
Educators: Educators can use the findings to develop curriculum materials
that integrate real-world applications of hydroponics and climate resilience,
enhancing student engagement in agricultural sciences.
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Farmers: Farmers can benefit from insights on effective hydroponic
techniques and rice varieties that withstand La-Niña conditions, improving
crop yields and sustainability in challenging climates.
Policy Makers: Policy makers can utilize the research to inform agricultural
policies and funding initiatives that promote sustainable farming practices,
enhance food security, and support farmers facing climate-related
challenges
DEFINITION OF TERMS
Agricultural Landscape
-The areas of land that are used for crop production.
Detrimental
-A formal way of saying "harmful”.
Equatorial Pacific
-An Equatorial Water mass of a remarkably uniform character which extends over
the entire Pacific Ocean from east to west.
Fluctuating
-rising and falling irregularly in number or amount.
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Hydroponic Farming
-the technique of growing plants using a water based nutrient solution rather than
soil, and can include an aggregate substrate, or growing media, such as
vermiculite, coconut coir, or perlite.
Innovation
-the introduction of something new.
Irrigation
- The supply of water to crops by artificial means.
La Niña
- The periodic cooling of sea-surface temperatures across the east-central
equatorial Pacific.
Mitigate
- Make less severe, serious, or painful.
Oreochromis niloticus
- Scientific name for Tilapia.
Phenomenon
-A fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose
cause or explanation is in question.
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Rural
-All population and territory outside urban areas.
Sustenance
-The maintaining of someone or something in life or existence.
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