Vermi Compost Production Project Location

PROJECT PROPOSAL
I.
BASIC INFORMATION
Project Title
: Vermi Compost Production
Project Location
: CSU, Gonzaga, Cagayan
Project Type
: Production
Project Proponent
: Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and College of Business
Administration,
Entrepreneurship
and
Accountancy
Graduating Students
Implementing Agency
: Cagayan State University, Gonzaga, Cagayan
: Department of Labor and Employment 02
Cooperating Agency
: Department of Labor and Employment 02
Authorized Representative : Dr. Ferdinand C. Oli, Campus Executive Officer
Tel No. 856-65-26/ CP No.09174350747
Funding Agency
: Department of Labor and Employment
: Cagayan State University
Amount of Fund Requested : P 265,795.50
Proponent Equity
: P 14458.65 (Administration)
: P 3450.00 (Student Beneficiaries)
II.
BACKGROUND/RATIONALE
Vermi composting is the process of converting bio-degradable materials into compost or
organic fertilizer with the aid of earthworm (African Night Crawler). The product or the castings
is commonly known as vermi compost.
Vermi composts as fertilizer material differ in nutrient analysis depending on the
substrates to be used. Though vermi compost or any organic fertilizer for that matter has
relatively lower analysis of grade as compared to synthetic fertilizers, however, it has that most
common beneficial feature that are very essential to be used as soil conditioner. It enhance
absorption of water and water retention capacity, better soil aeration, improved soil tilts,
better soil permeability that allows better utilization of nutrients from the soil and when the
soil is always applied with abundant amount of organic fertilizer every during planting season
will surely regain its normal fertility when it was still a virgin soil which eventually results to
tremendous decrease or no use of synthetic fertilizers without significantly decreasing its yield
potential.
Nowadays, organic farming is gaining recognition to health conscious individuals and
groups because of their assumption that agricultural products produced through the use of
synthetic fertilizers and pesticides are among the causes of various diseases.
Anent to this, while organic farming was conceived to be the best alternative production
method for a healthier life, the use of organic fertilizer is indispensable. Hence, the demand is
highly expected to rise.
In the municipality of Gonzaga, Cagayan where the Cagayan state University is situated,
the main source of the people’s livelihood is from agricultural crops and livestock production.
With its total land area of 56, 743 hectares, around 15,000 hectares are developed for
agriculture and mainly devoted to the production of rice and corn. Owing to this fact, however,
with the very great potential for the utilization of waste stubbles like rice straw, corn stalk, corn
cobs, livestock wastes, etc. for organic production, no one among the farmers or stakeholders
commercially undergone the production of organic fertilizer. Hence, biodegradable agricultural
wastes are just placed elsewhere, burned and wasted.
The CSU Gonzaga campus has on-going small scale vermi compost production project
under the umbrella of the Income Generating Project and Extension Services section intended
for production and serves as a pilot project for extension services utilizing available
biodegradable materials within the vicinity of the campus. However, the production is still very
limited and cannot cope with the demand of organic fertilizer in the area. Hence, the proposed
project is conceived to patch up the gap between supply and demand establishing medium
scale vermi compost production under the YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP SUPPORT (YES)
program of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
Through this program, graduating students will be given support fund from DOLE to
establish an enterprise to develop their entrepreneurial capabilities and have a share of seventy
percent (70%) from the net income. Hence, they will be generating an income while in school.
Beneficiaries will not only be trained per se on the production aspect of the project but they
will be equipped with proper values to become a competent entrepreneur.
III.
OBJECTIVES
Generally, the project aims to establish a medium scale Vermi Composting Project which
will serve as avenue to develop entrepreneurial capabilities of students particularly the
beneficiaries.
Specifically, it sought to:
1. Generate income among student beneficiaries while in school.
2. Undergo commercial production of vermicompost for income generation.
3. Pilot the utilization of biodegradable resources for income generation and helps the
government towards its drive to organic agriculture.
IV.
MARKETING ASPECT
The marketability of vermi compost in the locality at present is relatively high with the
existing price of 250 pesos of 50 kilos per bag. Since the production of vermi compost is still
very limited, the immediate outlet of products was among the faculty and staff, students and
the locality. As mandated by the existence of the proposed project, then production is expected
to rise, hence, marketing strategies and expected outlets shall be sensitively examined. When
there will be surplus volume of production that cannot be bought by the usual clients (our
constituents and the locality), products will be advertised and sold to the neighboring
municipalities of Sta. Ana and Sta. Teresita and commercial centers within the province as the
case maybe. If there will still be great demand of the product, production will be increased and
eventually the Business Affair of the University will be tapped to accept orders and assist in the
marketing of products. Continuous coordination with the LGU-DA’s shall also be undertaken in
order to be updated on latest programs and projects related to organic farming and demand of
organic fertilizer. Competition is also expected in the venture; hence, quality of the product
should be maintained. Promotions through techno demo through the extension services of the
university and the Department of Labor and Employment shall also be tapped to showcase the
effectiveness of the product to win the interest of clients to patronize the product.
V.
TECHNICAL ASPECT
The management and technical considerations in vermi culture and vermi compost
production do not require sophisticated technology. It’s just a matter of following the desired
procedure recommended by experts plus personal knowledge and interests shall ensure the
success of the endeavor.
Advantages of Vermicomposting
 for efficient disposal and utilization of farm and household wastes
 it can be easily established even at the backyard using small space and indigenous
containers
 it is a sustainable type of composting: no need to re-establish composting beds and
buying vermi every time since worm multiply by themselves
 Environment- friendly: minimize odor of decomposing manure and plant residues
 faster to produce compared to traditional composting
 Less labor required: no spraying and turning needed
 good quality compost product: fine texture and no foul odor
 *worms can also be fed to poultry and fishes as source of protein
Steps in Vermicompost Production
1. Site Selection
a. Select Suitable site that is shaded and well drained
b. Accessible to water supply
c. Accessible to source of compost materials.
2. Preparation of vermi beds
a. Beds should be 1-1.5 meter width at any convenient length
b. Two layers of hollow blocks can be used as sidings or any available hard material
that does not decay
c. No flooring and provide shed for protection from rain and direct sunlight.
3. Gathering and preparation of composting materials
a. Gather farm, garden or kitchen wastes such as rice straw, animal manure, vegetable
trimmings and fruit peelings.
b. Break the animal manure if dry and compacted, shred or chop freshly grasses or rice
straws at 2.5 cm. for easy decomposition; for good quality compost, incorporate
leguminous leaves at 25% of the total volume of substrate.
c. Place the composting materials into the prepared beds.
d. thoroughly saturate the materials with water and
e. f. cover the beds with plastic sheets to start decomposition (anaerobic process)
4. Stock the vermi
a. When the substrate start to decompose (about 1-2 weeks), stock the beds with
vermi.
b. Stock 1 kg. of vermi for every 1 sq. meter of vermin bed. If stock is limited, 1
segment of the bed with 1 sq. m can be used initially for vermi multiplication.
c. Introduce the vermi on different locations by burying them into the substrates.
5. Care of vermi beds
a. Maintain approximately 60 % moisture of the substrates by sprinkling water.
b. Continue filing the other segments of the bed with substrates so that it will undergo
partial decomposition while waiting for the first segment to be harvested.
6. Harvesting the vermicompost
a. Compost is ready for harvest within 4-6 weeks.
b. During harvesting, separate the vermi from the vermicompost by hand picking.
c. Sieve the compost to separate juvenile vermi and the coarse from fine materials.
d. Place the separated vermi and the coarse materials to other beds with ready
substrates.
e. Store in a dry and shaded place for 10-14 days. e. after 10-14 days, re-sieve the
packed compost to remove juvenile vermi that have hatched during storing.
f. Repack the compost in 50 kg sacks. and store in dry and shaded place if not disposed
immediately.
Vermi Cast Utilization
a. Vermi cast are secretions of worms usually found on top of the compost and this can be
made into compost/vermi tea and used as drenched for vegetables and ornamental
plants or foliar spray after proper dilution.
Vermicompost analysis
Total Nitrogen (N)%
- 1.65
Total Phosphorous (P205)%
- 0.31
Total Potassium (K2O)%
- 0.10
Total Magnesium (MgO)%
- 0.76
Sodium (Na)%
- 0.03
Zinc (Zn)ppm
- 375
Copper (Cu)ppm
- 490
Manganese (Mn)ppm
- 1.088
Iron (Fe)ppm
- 19.485
Organic carbon %
- 13.07
VI.
CAMPUS PROJECT MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE
Dr Ferdinand C. Oli
DOLE 02
Campus Executive Officer
Mrs. Avelina M. Ayuyang
Dr. Calixto B. Alicay
DEAN College of Agriculture
Project Advisers
Mr. Quirino Jara
Mrs. Genoveva Sapla
Mr. Jay Omotoy
DEAN College of Business Administration,
Entrepreneurship and Accountancy
Duties and Responsibilities
Campus Executive Officer and Project Leader
1. Assume direct responsibility for the overall supervision and administration of the
project;
2. Undertake planning to evolve plans and strategies for effective management of the
project;
3. Formulate and implement policies upon consultation with CSU officials and DOLE;
4. Conduct meetings with personnel involved in the project;
5. Approve procurements and vouchers based on project needs.
Dean, College of Agriculture and College of Business Administration Entrepreneurship and
Accountancy
1. Assists the Project Leader in the overall supervision and administration of the Project;
2. Helps plan and recommend measures for the effective management of the Project;
3. Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation of the project and coordinate with the
project adviser for the improvement of the project.
Project Advisers
1. Assumes direct supervision in the implementation of the project;
2. Prepares and submit report to the CEO and DOLE;
3. Conduct regular monitoring of the project;
4. Conduct periodic check and review of financial records and information regarding the
project.
VII. STUDENT BENEFICIARIES PROJECT MANAGEMENT TEAM
PROJECT MANAGER
JESSIE N. FLORES
CASHIER
BOOKKEEPER
MARKETING OFFICER
AUDITOR
MARYGINE T. CABANGLAN
RODEL A. LOZANO
SAMUEL S. DAPUYAN
MARVIN M. CALIBUSO
YES BUDDIES
FERDINAND ARQUERO
ARIEL B. SUNIO
IAN P. CABANG
MICHAEL V. SOLLER
DOMINADOR CAYME
EDMAR SA. LORDAN
MARJOE R. SUPERABLE
FERLIZ MEANN A. DOCTOLERO
ALBEN JAY O. MALATA
RICO RALPH G. SAPLA
RONALD A. VILLARAO JR.
DOMINICK LAR A. VILORIA
RODERICK C. SOTELO
SHERTON B. RUIZ
JHON MICHAEL C. TACTAC
EVARISTO R. CAOITAN
JAMES I. VILORIA
GILMAR J.
GALAMGAM
FRENLIE NITZ S. RAMOS
HUZLY- VIE R. ABUYUAN
CECILLE R. TABACO
LOVELY GRACE A. BALAIS
CLARENCE P. SARDON
ANALYN R. JOVE
JEANETH A. PADIOS
AILEEN T. YANGAT
ALTA GRACE ROXANNE T. AGCAOILI
JOVELYN T. CALICDAN
HORACIO U. VILLAR JR.
NOIMIE R. LAGUNILLA
GRETCHEN M. BUSCAS
DEANNAR B. TOLENTINO
ARSENIO B. ALMAZAN JR.
KRIZEL A. DANCEL
MARIVEL S. TABASAN
JOVELYN Q. SAMBRANA
MARICON V. BERSAMINA
MADELYN F. TOLENTINO
MICHELLE F. GARDAYA
VANESSAH G. VALENCIA
APRIL JOY T. MONZON
ADEL PEZEL D. RAMAZAN
ALPHA P. JARA
KAREN JOY A. ORTEZA
LEE ANN A. LEONADOR
CHRISTY ANN P. PANEDA
KEVIN RIVAD
Student-Beneficiaries
1. Assumes direct implementation of planned activities and management of their
project;
2. Provide additional labor for maintenance as their equity to the project;
3. Keep record of all activities, experiences and financial status of the project;
4. Report any untoward observations/problems encountered in the project;
5. Submits monthly report to the project adviser
VII.
FINANCIAL ASPECT
ITEM OF EXPENDITURE
CAPITAL EXPENDITURE
I. Construction of Worm Beds
Bill of materials
Post: 4 pcs 4” x 4” x 10’ @ 22.00/bd. ft.
8 pcs. 4” x 4” x 8’ @ 22.00/bd. ft.
Post Strap: 24 pcs @ 75.00/pc
CSU-G Counterpart
Student
Administration
1144.00
2346.00
1800.00
2420.00
2772.00
176.00
3750.00
12387.50
2500.00
1000.00
1320.00
130.00
1200.00
1250.00
14000.00
Bottom Cord : 15 pcs. 2” x 6” x 10’@ 22.00/bd. ft.
Thrust: 18 pcs. 2” x 3” x 14’ @ 22.00/bd. ft.
Brace: 4 pcs. 2” x 3” x 4’ @ 22.00/bd. ft.
Cement: 15 bags @ 250.00/ bag
CHB 4” width: 991 pcs. @ 12.50/pc.
Mixed Gravel: 2.5 cu. m. @ 1000.00/cu. m.
Fine Sand: 1 cu. m.
Iron Bar: 12 pcs. 9 mm. @ 110.00/pc.
Tie wire no 16: 2 kilos. @ 65.00/kilo
Common Nail: 10 kilos at 120.00/kilo
Bamboo: 50 pcs. @ 25.00/pc
Nipa: 112 bundles (25 pcs./bundle @ 125.00
2. Estimated Labor for the construction of Worm
Beds = 30% of total material cost
3. Cost of Materials for operation
2 pcs. round shovel @ 250.00/pc.
2 pcs. Flat shovel @ 250.00/pc.
2 pcs. rake @ 250.00/pc.
1 pc. Tying Needle
5 pcs. Bolo @ 350.00/pc.
2 units Wheel Borrow @ 2500.00/pc.
4. Cost of Equipment
DOLE
14458.65
500.00
500.00
500.00
200.00
1750.00
5000.00
1 unit Multi Purpose Shredder GR-650R1
Specifications:
Machine dimension-1600x750x1270
Machine Weight-72 kg.
Fuel Tank Volume- 2000 ml.
Oil Tank Volume- 600 ml.
Engine- OHV Air Cooled Gasoline Engine
Power- 6.5 Hp.
Speed- 3600 RPM
Fuel Consumption- 750 ml/h at maximum speed
Standard Accessories- 1.25” interval bar screen
Machine Capabilities- Shreds up to 1.2 tons of
wet organic solid waste, Shred Grass, coconut
husk, dry leads, tree branches up to 10mm
diameter, corn stalk, rice straw, sunflower stalks,
baggass, etc.
95000.00
1 Set Kuliglig for hauling substrates/products
Description:
Engine- 7 HP Kubota Diesel Engine
Transmission- Heavy Duty (Equity Machineries)
Trailer- Standard (Equity Machineries)
90000.00
1 Unit Mechanical Beam Platform Scale
Description:
Model FBP-500R
Brand- Fuji
Capacity- 500 kg x 200 g
Platform Size – 450 mm x 674 mm
5. Lot: Housing/Production Area (72 Sq. Meters)
Area for piling/drying substrates (200 Sq. M.)
Total Area: 272 Sq. Meters @ 250.00/Sq. M.
15000.00
68000.00
6. 20 kilos worm
SUB TOTAL
82458.65
20000.00
276645.5
DIRECT COST
Operating Costs for the Production of
Vermi Compost from market/agricultural waste
per cycle of 60 days ( for 8 cycles)
Costs of Labor (per hour at 25.00/hour)
Gathering and hauling of substrates-2400 hrs.
Partial Drying of Substrates- 300 hrs
Pre decomposition of substrates- 300 hrs
(un -aerobic decomposition)
Shredding of pre decomposed substrates. 300 hrs.
Re-piling of substrates- 300 hrs.
Introduction of earthworm(This Includes
maintenance like turning, watering etc.) -600 hrs.
Harvesting of vermicast: 2400 hrs.
This includes:
Air drying of harvested vermicast
Sieving of vermicast
Partial Packaging of air dried vermicast
Partial storing of bagged vermicast
Second sieving of vermicast
Bagging of Vermicast
60000.00
7500.00
7500.00
7500.00
7500.00
15000.00
60000.00
Direct Materials
Cost of sacks
80 pcs for hauling @ 15.00 each
960 pcs. With polyethylene @ 20.00
Printing of sack @ 10.00/ sack
1200.00
19200.00
9600.00
Cost of fuel in shredding: 50.00/per hour x 150 hrs
Cost of Water Rental @ 750.00/ cycle
Requested amount for the operating cost for two
months ( note: the project will be self sustaining
After two (2) months of operation)
TOTAL
7500.00
6000.00
165000.00
Basic assumptions
 Recovery from the total volume of substrates by weight to vermicast = 60 %
97500.00
 Source of substrates will be biodegradable market/agricultural waste
 Production component from preparation of substrates to harvesting of vermicast will be
60 days
 Ratio of Earthworm to pre decomposed substrates will be : 1 kg per 1 Square meter
substrates
 Earthworm reproduce exponentially, a kilo can reproduce 40 kilos in eight months
 1 ton biodegradable materials = 300 kilos vermicompost
 Direct cost to produce 300 kilos of vermicompost: 1390.00
 Price per kilo of vermicompost: 5.00
 Net income per ton per cycle of 60 days: 110.00
 Target production per month: 120 bags @ 50 kilos at 250.00 per bag = 30000.00
 Target Production for eight months (duration of the project): 960 bags = 240000.00
 Direct cost to produce 960 bags:222400 + 20000.00 cost of worm: 242400.00
 Net income for eight months from sale of vermicompost: 17600.00
 Net income from sale of worm at 1000.00 per kilo: 320000.00
 Net Profit Sharing: 70%, Student Share; 20%, Savings and 10%, Administrative Cost and
Maintenance
 Sales and income is projected to increase at 5 % per year
 Production Cost is also expected to rise at 5 % per year
VIII.
SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
 Develop entrepreneurial capabilities of students to manage an enterprise and gain
considerable income while in school.
 Helps promote the utilization of waste resources into worthwhile product for human
consumption.
 Helps promote in the implementation of organic agriculture and in effect reduce the
utilization of inorganic fertilizer.
 Vermicompost is a non-toxic organic substance which is environment friendly to be used
for crop production activities.
Republic of the Philippines
CAGAYAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Gonzaga, Cagayan
OFFICE OF RESEARCH AND EXTENSION
TERMINAL REPORT
Title of Project
:
Vermi Compost Production
Approved DOLE Funding
:
P 286,000.00
Accredited Co Partner
:
CSU, Gonzaga, Cagayan
Authorized Representative :
Dr. Ferdinand C. Oli
Contact Person
:
Mr. Quirino S. Jara
Designation
:
Special Projects Coordinator
Beneficiaries
:
30 Students from the College of Agriculture and
College
of
Business
Administration
and
Entrepreneurship
The Cagayan State University Gonzaga through the participation of the College
of Agriculture and College of Business Administration and Accountancy Students were
able to avail of the Department of Labor and Employment Youth Entrepreneurship
Support (YES) Program.
The amount of TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY SIX THOUSAND PESOS (286,000.00) was
awarded to the 30 student YES beneficiaries last June 13, 2913 at CSU, Andrews, Caritan
Tuguegarao City.
The amount was used for the purchase of bill of materials for the construction of
Vermi House and Vermi Beds, Tools and Equipments, Sacks, Gasoline and Lubricants
and other materials needed in the production of Vermi Compost.
As an accredited co partner, CSU, Gonzaga shouldered the following expenses
as its counterpart:
1. Expenses incurred in the conduct of training on ENTREPRENEURIAL AND
SKILLS TRAINING ON VERMI COMPOST PRODUCTION amounting to
25,000.00 pesos
2. Provision of Labor in the construction of the Vermi House and Vermi Beds.
3. Provision of Lot (land area) for the project.
4. Provision of stock room for the supplies and equipments.
5. Student labor for the production of vermi compost.
Tools, equipments and other supplies needed were completely purchased in
accordance with the approved project proposal and were awarded to the student YES
beneficiaries.
Among the activities undertaken for your assessment and ready reference were
as follows:
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Were able to sell 29 bags of vermi compost amounting to 7,700.00 pesos
About to harvest around 30 bags this week.
Water supply was improved for the maintenance of the project.
The project is being managed smoothly as planned.
Production activities were delayed due to advent of typhoon vinta that
dilapidated the housing, however, it was immediately fixed.
Prepared and submitted by:
QUIRINO S. JARA
Coordinator, Special Projects
ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT AND SKILLS TRAINING
ON VERMI COMPOST PRODUCTION
CSU-DOST Product Development and Training Center
June 28-29, 2013
Sponsored By: Department of Labor and Employment YES Program
and Cagayan State University, Gonzaga, Cagayan
TRAINING DESIGN
WHO
Graduating students of the College of Agriculture and College of Business
Administration, Entrepreneurship and Accountancy YES Buddies
WHY
Entrepreneurial Development and Skills Training on Vermi Compost Production
WHEN
June 28-29,2013
WHERE
CSU-DOST Product Development and Training Center, CSU, Gonzaga, Cagayan
WHAT FOR (Achievement Based Objectives)
At the end of the two (2) days training, participants should have:
1. Learned the right values, principles and practices in running a Vermi Compost
Production Project;
2. Learned their responsibilities as YES Buddies in managing the project;
3. Identified the do’s and don’ts in Vermi Compost Production as a business;
4. Learned how to handle situation that could affect the functionality of their project.
HOW: (Learning Task)
Task # 1
KNOWING ONE ANOTHER
1. Give one meta card crayon or pentel pen for each participant and let them draw a
thing that signifies or symbolizes their entrepreneurial capabilities.
Task # 2
Overview of Objectives (see ACHIEVEMENT BASED OBJECTIVES)
1. Participants will listen to the lectures
2. Perform the different steps in vermin compost production using different substrates.
3. Present their output for critiquing.
Task # 3
Expectation setting
1. Give another meta card, pentel pen per participant
2. Let them trace their hand on the card and write their expectations and or want to
learn based on the achievement based objectives.
2.1.
Content/ Session
2.2.
Facilitators/ Speakers
2.3.
Co-participants/YES Buddies
Budgetary requirements
Materials and Equipment
Shredder
Diesel: 10 liters
Sacks: 100 pcs.
Brown Envelope: 30 pcs
Note Book: 30 pcs.
Bond Paper: 1 ream
Cartolina: 10 pcs
Pentel Pen: 2 pcs.
Safety pin: 55 pcs.
Free ( Administration)
P 500.00
P 1500.00
P 550.00
P 825.00
P 130.00
P 100.00
P 70.00
P 27.50
Meals…………………………………………………………………………
Snacks: …………………………………………………………………….
P 11000.00
P 4400.00
Honorarium of Trainors …………………………………………..
Miscellaneous Expenses……………………………………………
Buffer Fund……………………………………………………………….
P 1000.00(optional)
P 1000.00
P 3897.50
Total ………………………………………………………………………..
P 25,000.00
PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES
SCHEDULE
ACTIVITY
PERSONS INVOLVED/INCHARGE
June 28, 2013
7:30-8:00
Registration
Select YES Buddies
8:00-10:00
Opening Program
Opening Prayer/National Anthem
Select Yes Buddies
10:00-12:00
Message
Dr. Ferdinand C. Oli, Campus
Executive Officer
Rationale of the DOLE YES Program
Ms. Liezel Magno
Labor and Employment
Officer
Knowing one another
Dr. Genoveva Sapla
Extension Coordinator
snacks
Select YES Buddies
Overview of Activities/Objectives/
Expectaion Setting
Mr. Quirino S. Jara
Coord. Special Programs and
Projects
Introduction of Lecturer/Trainor
Dr. Calixto Alicay
College Dean, BS Agriculture
Lecture and Training Proper
Team Building and Values Formation
12:00-1:00
Lunch Break
1:00-3:00
Continuation of Lecture:
Project Planning, Management,
Marketing and Evaluation
Ms. Karen Tabangay
Guidance Counselor
CSU-DOST PDTC In-charge
Prof. Avelina Ayuyang
Dean College of Business
Administration
and
Accountancy
Prof. Jay Omotoy
Prof Charisma V. Paraiso
Faculty, CBEA
3:00-5:00
Snacks
Select YES Buddies
Participants
Continuation of lecture and open forum
June 29, 2013
7:30-8:00
Registration
Select YES Buddies
8:00-12:00
Lecture on Vermi Compost Production
and open forum
Dr. Imelda S. Salzar
Research & Extension Staff
Mr. Quirino S. Jara
Coordinator, Special Projects
12:00-1:00
Lunch Break
Select YES Buddies
1:00-4:00
Demo on Vermi Compost Production
Trainors and YES Buddies
4:00-5:00
Closing Program
Lecturers, YES Buddies and
Guests
Note: Program period/time of sessions is all based on assumptions. Still it will possibly change
depending on the speaker module or time allotment.
PREPARED BY:
QUIRINO S. JARA
Coordinator, Special Projects
APPROVED:
FERDINAND C. OLI, Ph.D.
Campus Executive Officer
Pictorials taken during
the Entrepreneurial Development
and
Skills Training
on
Vermi Compost Production
VERMI COMPOSTING1
Ervin T. Leonador, Ph. D2
Vermicomposting is a process of production of organic fertilizer with an aid of earthworms
(AFRICAN NIGHT CRAWLER). The worms are fed with any form of waste mixed with aged or dried feces
of farm animals (substrate). It is also advisable to mix leguminous plant (Madre de Cacao, Ipil-Ipil, etc.).
The worms are the main actor in the process because they are the ones that produce organic fertilizer
through their feces or casting (vermicompost). Substrates are ingested by these worms and pass
through their simple digestive tract. In the process of digestion, a capsule like will be expelled called
casting.
Vermicompost is rich in NPK, micronutrients, beneficial soil microbes and also contain plant
growth hormones and enzymes. It is scientifically growth promoter and also plant protector from pest
and diseases.
“African Night Crawler” (Eudrillus euginae) breakdown farm waste, aged animal manure,
converting this into product called “casting” or “blackgold”. This worm has a flat belly and appears
reddish in color; it grows up to 1.5 grams only for a mature worm, just the size of the drinking straw.
They are hermaphrodite having both male & female sex organ but it cannot impregnate itself. But when
two worms come together they both get pregnant. Sexually mature worms breed every week and
produce 2 to 10 worms per cocoon capsule.
Casting as organic fertilizer is comparable to “guano” (James foz Reanon). The availability of
farm cast that are normally waste through burning can be made productively through vermicomposting.
Eventually the problems of farmers on continuous rise of inorganic fertilizer will be eliminated with the
use of vermicompost. Soil fertility amelioration can also be gradually obtained by continuous organic
fertilizer application.
This is environmental friendly of converting waste into a beneficial resource without burning
and disposing them to garbage collector. Cash flow of farmers can also be increased because the
breeder earthworm can be sold at Php1, 000 per kilogram. Casting or vermicompost can also be sold at
Php350 per bag, one bag will have a 50 kilogram; or at the maximum of Php10.00 per kilogram.
Vermi Composting Procedure
1. Feeding materials for the Worms
The feeding materials are the following:
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Rice Straw
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Leguminous Plant (Madre de Cacao)
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Banana Bracts
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Different animal manure (hog manure, goat manure and cattle manure)
2. Putting the substrate
The substrates defend upon the available resources or wastes generated in the household
or in the farm. Rice straw, when used as substrate is rich in carbon which is very essential micronutrient for plant growth. Madre de cacao leaves and/or Ipil-ipil leaves are rich in nitrogen which is
responsible for the vegetative growth of plants. Banana bract is rich in phosphorous which is
responsible for root development. These plant materials also provide organic matter to the Vermi
compost aside from the macro and micro-elements that they provide. Animal manures (hog, goat,
cattle) enrich the Vermi compost with the major elements essential for plant growth (NPK) besides
the trace elements that they provide. The substrates will be piled like preparing a hamburger
layering will be done for each of the feeding materials used. The sequence will be applied up to the
level of the Vermi bed. Before putting the worms the substrates will be allowed to partially
decompose within a period of three (3) weeks.
3. Stocking the worms
Two to three weeks after putting the substrate it is time for stocking worms. The worms will
be distributed around the piled substrates.
4. Turning the substrates
The substrates will be turned every after two weeks to loosen it in order that air could
penetrate inside the pile for ease of decomposition.
5. Watering
Watering will be done once a week or as the need arise until a drop of water or two can be
produced when the substrates are squeezed.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
Diao, M., Midrid Agribusiness Digest Magazine. Entrepinoy.,July 2011. Vol. 22. No.3. pp.37
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Tejada, S., Midrid Agribusiness Digest Magazine. BSWM jumpstart., Massive adoption of vermicompost.
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