Republic of the Philippines Department of Education CARAGA REGION SCHOOLS DIVISION OF AGUSAN DEL SUR SAN FRANCISCO DISTRICT II CAIMPUGAN INTEGRATED SCHOOL ACTIVITY PROPOSAL HYDROPONICS TITLE PROPONENT/S NAME POSITION SCHOOL VINCENT K. BAJEN VOLUNTEER TEACHER CAIMPUGAN INTEGRATED SCHOOL DURATION DURATION, PROPOSED DATE& VENUE EXPECTED PARTICIPANTS RATIONALE WHOLE YEAR ROUND PROPOSED DATE CAIMPUGAN INTEGRATED SCHOOL August 2023 Teacher, Students, Parents and Stakeholders Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without using traditional soil as the growing medium. Instead, it relies on nutrient-rich water solutions to deliver essential nutrients directly to the plant's roots. The hydroponics lies in its numerous advantages and potential to address various challenges associated with traditional soil-based agriculture. Some key rationales for adopting hydroponics include: Efficient Resource Utilization: Hydroponic systems can be highly efficient in their use of water and nutrients. By delivering nutrients directly to plants in a controlled environment, hydroponics reduces water wastage and nutrient runoff, making it a more sustainable option in regions with water scarcity. Higher Crop Yields: Hydroponic systems provide optimal conditions for plant growth, including nutrient balance, pH control, and ideal light exposure. These conditions often lead to faster growth and higher yields compared to traditional soilbased farming. Year-Round Production: Hydroponics allows for year-round cultivation, independent of external weather conditions. This is particularly beneficial in regions with harsh climates or limited growing seasons. Space Efficiency: Hydroponic setups can be designed vertically or in tight spaces, maximizing land utilization. This is especially important in urban areas where available land for agriculture is limited. Reduced Pests and Diseases: The controlled environment of hydroponics can minimize exposure to soil-borne pests and diseases, reducing the need for chemical pesticides and creating a healthier growth environment. Resource Conservation: Hydroponics reduces the need for large land areas, making it possible to produce food locally and potentially decreasing the carbon footprint associated with transportation and distribution. Consistent Quality: The controlled conditions in hydroponic systems can lead to consistent quality and appearance of crops, which can be appealing to consumers and food producers alike. Nutrient Management: Hydroponics allows precise control over the nutrient composition delivered to plants, leading to better nutrient uptake and potentially more nutritious crops. Research and Innovation: Hydroponics encourages innovation in agriculture, including the development of new growing techniques, nutrient solutions, and crop varieties that can thrive in controlled environments. Educational Value: Hydroponics can be an excellent educational tool, providing students and communities with insights into plant biology, agriculture, and sustainable food production. Reduced Environmental Impact: With less reliance on soil, hydroponics can help prevent soil erosion, degradation, and depletion, contributing to long-term soil health. Diverse Crop Options: Hydroponics can support the growth of a wide variety of crops, including those that might be challenging to cultivate in certain soil types or climates. Urban Agriculture: Hydroponics can be easily integrated into urban environments, contributing to local food production, reducing food miles, and enhancing food security. Adaptation to Climate Change: As climate change affects traditional agricultural practices, hydroponics offers a controlled environment that can help mitigate some of these challenges. Market Demand: Increasing consumer interest in locally grown, fresh produce and sustainable farming practices can drive demand for hydroponically grown crops. In summary, hydroponics is its potential to address various challenges in traditional agriculture while offering benefits such as resource efficiency, higher yields, and year-round production. It can contribute to more sustainable and resilient food systems in the face of growing population, climate change, and resource constraints. OBJECTIVES The objectives for adopting hydroponics, a soil-less method of growing plants using nutrient-rich water solutions, can vary depending on the context and goals of the individuals, organizations, or communities implementing it. Here are some common objectives for using hydroponics: Efficient Resource Use: Hydroponics aims to maximize resource efficiency by using less water and nutrients compared to traditional soil-based agriculture. The objective is to grow more with less, addressing water scarcity and nutrient depletion concerns. Year-Round Production: Hydroponics allows for consistent crop production regardless of weather conditions or seasons. The objective is to provide a continuous supply of fresh produce, especially in regions with harsh climates or short growing seasons. Higher Yields: Hydroponic systems are designed to create optimal growing conditions, leading to faster growth rates and higher crop yields. The objective is to increase agricultural productivity and meet growing food demand. Space Utilization: Hydroponics can be implemented in small spaces and even vertically, making it suitable for urban environments with limited land availability. The objective is to maximize land use and enable urban agriculture. Reduced Environmental Impact: Hydroponics can minimize soil erosion, nutrient runoff, and pesticide use. The objective is to reduce the environmental footprint of agriculture and promote more sustainable practices. Controlled Growing Conditions: The precise control over nutrient delivery, pH levels, and light exposure in hydroponics aims to optimize plant growth and health. The objective is to create a controlled environment that maximizes plant potential. Innovation and Research: Hydroponics encourages research and innovation in agricultural practices, including the development of new techniques, nutrient formulations, and crop varieties that can thrive in controlled environments. Diverse Crop Cultivation: Hydroponics allows the cultivation of a wide range of crops, including those that may be challenging to grow in certain soil types or climates. The objective is to diversify crop options and promote food security. Education and Learning: Hydroponics provides a platform for educational opportunities, helping students and communities learn about plant biology, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture. The objective is to raise awareness and understanding of modern farming methods. Local Food Production: Hydroponics can enable local food production, reducing the need for long-distance transportation and minimizing food miles. The objective is to support local economies and reduce carbon emissions. Climate Resilience: Hydroponics offers a controlled environment that can be adapted to changing climate conditions. The objective is to build resilience against climate-related challenges in agriculture. Community Engagement: Hydroponic gardens can serve as community engagement projects, fostering collaboration and connection among individuals, schools, and neighborhoods. The objective is to create shared spaces for learning and interaction. Nutrient-Dense Crops: By carefully managing nutrient solutions, hydroponics can produce nutrient-dense crops. The objective is to enhance the nutritional quality of the food supply. Market Demand: As consumer preferences shift toward locally grown, sustainable produce, hydroponics can help meet the demand for fresh and high-quality vegetables and fruits. Research and Experimentation: Hydroponics allows for experimentation with various growing techniques and crop varieties, contributing to agricultural research and development. These objectives collectively contribute to the broader goals of achieving sustainable and resilient food systems, reducing environmental impacts, and promoting innovation in agriculture. The specific objectives for adopting hydroponics may vary based on the goals and priorities of the stakeholders involved. TRAINING/ PROGRAM MANAGEAMENT TEAM Responsibility Over-All Program Managers Assistant Program Managers Finance Officer Logistics Officer Welfare Officer In-charge JUNRIL C. BUTAL, SCHOOL HEAD MEREIJOY B. YAP ALMA A. ALFORQUE GOE ALFRED A. ALFORQUE ELSA S. MORILAO NOTE: Other tasks may be specified as sub-tasks under logistics and welfare officers BUDGETARY SCHOOL FUND REQUIREMENTS/ SOURCE OF FUND Tittle Plant Nursery Particulars Total 5kg Common nail size 4 -P650.00 5kg Common nail size 2 -P700.00 Hydroponics starter kit -P450.00 UV Light Plastic Cover -P2,000.00 Farm net -P2,000.00 Seedling bag and tray -P1,500.00 Lumber -P1,500.00 -P8,800.00 METHODOLOGY Face to face following the minimum health protocols Activity Matrix Activity A. PreImplementation 1. Planning Conference for the Gulayan Project B. During Implementation Time Frame August 2023 Cleaning/land preparation 4P’s TUPAD Construction of Perimeter Fence AugustSeptember 2023 Sowing of vegetable seeds AugustSeptember 2023 Plot Preparation AugustSeptember 2023 Persons Involved GPP Coordinators, Teachers, School Head GPP Coordinators, Teacher, Parents (4P’s and TUPAD DOLE) and Students August 2023 Putting rice hull in soil August-October Transplanting of seedlings and planting 2023 of seeds Maintaining the proper AugustDecember 2023 care of vegetables Weeding Watering Applying organic fertilizer and organic pesticide as the plant needed C. Post – Implementation December 2023 a. Harvesting GPP Coordinators, Agri- Crop Production Teacher, Parents and Students GENDER The activity ensure that gender perspectives and needs are MAINSTREAMING always considered in the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Likewise, it seeks to ensure that participants (regardless of gender preference) have equitable access to, and benefit from Office’s resources and opportunities. Thus the Equal Opportunity Principle (EOP) and the promotion of nondiscrimination, fairness, and transparency shall be strictly observed and gender equality shall overrule in program implementation and management. Prepared by: VINCENT K. BAJEN GPP Coordinator Reviewed and Quality Assured By: ALEX G. SAJOR SPTA President Approved: JUNRIL C. BUTAL, MT-II School Head
