
Vetiver grass system or Vetiver grass technology [Philippines]
Vetiver grass used as contour hedgerows in sloping agricultural land used for annual crops.
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Vetiver grass used as contour hedgerows in sloping agricultural land used for annual crops.
Landusers are organized into a group or association to undertake jointly activities in the farm which include operation, input procurement, and marketing of produced crops.
Composting is the natural process of decomposition of organic matter by microorganisms under controlled conditions.
Organic mulching is a practice of applying thin layer of organic materials on the soil surface that decompose over time for the purpose of conserving soil moisture, reducing soil erosion, improving soil fertility, and reducing weed growth.
Gliricidia sepium locally known as "kakawate" served as live trellis / or anchorage for annual crops (mostly creeping-type vegetables) and erosion control measure. The technology is well-adopted in the community providing immediate food for the farmers and increased income due to diversified farming.
Artificial Reef is a fish aggregating device that is considered as a sustainable alternative in the islands of Bohol. This technology can withstand the effects of gale warning, typhoons and extreme heat.
Piling of stones and rocks along the contour to control run-off and soil erosion. It is also about the creation of small basins by removing stones and using them as barriers.
Planting of economic crops/forages in strips along the contour to control soil loss through erosion.
Gaps in vegetation or other combustible material that act as barriers to prevent and/ or control the spreading of forest fires to other areas.
An indigenous technology of enhancing wildling growth by pressing of cogon grass.