This is Module 3 of the Grade 6 Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) Agri-Fishery Arts self-learning module, titled Management of Orchard. It was developed by DepEd Region VI (First Edition, 2020) for learners studying at home. After working through it, learners can conduct a survey to identify orchard types, suitable fruit trees, ways of propagating trees, sources of seedlings, and how to care for seedlings.
On this page 6 sections
What learners will learn
After going through this module, learners are expected to conduct a survey to identify:
- types of orchard farm;
- trees appropriate for orchard gardening based on location, climate, and market demands;
- the proper way of planting or propagating trees and fruit-bearing trees (cutting, budding, marcotting, and grafting);
- sources of fruit-bearing trees; and
- how to care for seedlings.
Key ideas: orchards and the trees that suit them
The module opens by explaining that setting up an orchard needs careful planning. Choosing varieties, building a plant nursery, picking a planting system, and finding the right location all help ensure higher production.
Types of orchard farm
| Type | What it is | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit orchard | Trees planted for fruit production | Lanzones, mango, santol, marang, avocado, chico, mangosteen, rambutan, guyabano, jackfruit, durian |
| Nut orchard | Nut trees planted for large-scale nut production | Coconut, pili nut, cashew |
| Seed orchard | An intensively managed plantation that produces genetically improved seeds for mass production | Coffee and cacao; woody plants for lumber and other wood products |
Choosing trees by location, climate, and market demand
- Plain: citrus fruits, mango, duhat, rambutan
- Slope: mango, coconut, cashew, jackfruit
- Hillside: pili nut, mango, coconut, lanzones, santol
- Dry season: cashew, guava, makopa, jackfruit, chico
- Wet season: durian, duhat, mango, santol, lanzones, rambutan
- Year-round market demand: coconut, mango, citrus, duhat
- Seasonal market demand: jackfruit, guava, avocado, star apple, santol, rambutan
Key ideas: propagating and caring for fruit trees
Plant propagation is the process of increasing and maintaining the number of plants of a species. The module calls it both an art and a science. There are two general methods.
Sexual propagation
Plants are multiplied by seeds, through pollination and fertilization. The offspring is different from each parent plant. It has two methods:
- Direct planting: seeds or plant parts are planted straight into the soil where they will grow.
- Indirect planting: seeds first germinate in a seed box or tray, then are transplanted to their final location.
Asexual propagation
A vegetative part of a desirable plant is used to grow new plants that are genetically identical to the parent.
| Method | How it works | Examples from the module |
|---|---|---|
| Cutting | A stem or root cut from one plant is grown into a new plant | Siniguelas |
| Marcotting | Part of a stem is made to grow roots while still attached to the parent plant | Rambutan, lanzones, santol |
| Grafting | A bud or scion from one plant is joined to the stem, root, or branch of another plant (the rootstock). The rooted part is the stock; the added part is the scion | Mango, guava, santol, chico, rambutan, makopa, durian, lanzones |
| Budding | A bud with a small patch of bark is inserted into a rootstock | Pomelo, calamansi, dalandan |
Sources of fruit-bearing trees
- Orchard nursery: a wide plantation of fruit or nut trees for food production
- School nursery: provides seedlings for pupils’ practical training
- Commercial nursery: grows plants for transplanting and as stocks for budding and grafting, for sale
- Community: seedlings available within the barangay
- Department of Agriculture (Bureau of Plant Industry): provides seedlings, vegetable seeds, printed materials, organic pesticides and fertilizers, and holds seminars
Caring for fruit tree seedlings
- Water sown seeds thoroughly and keep the soil moist to speed up germination.
- Grow seedlings in a propagating shed or partially shaded area.
- Apply fungicide once a week to avoid infestation, mixed at two tablespoons per gallon of water or as the label directs.
- Remove grass and weeds around the base and cultivate the soil out to the tips of the branches.
The module’s story “Jackfruit Seeds” shows these ideas in action: Ana plants healthy jackfruit seeds in a pot, transplants the seedlings to a partially shaded spot, and waters them every day.
How to use this module
The module follows the usual self-learning module parts:
- What I Know: a 10-item agree or disagree pretest.
- What’s In: a word-search puzzle that reviews earlier ideas.
- What’s New: the jackfruit story with six questions.
- What is It: the main discussion summarized above.
- What’s More: three survey activities in your community (orchard types, propagation methods, and seedling sources), each followed by an assessment.
- What I Have Learned: fill-in-the-blank summary statements.
- What I Can Do: a survey of local trees by climate, location, and market demand.
- Assessment: a 10-item multiple-choice post-test.
- Additional Activities: four situations where you name the propagation method used.
For learners: Write all answers on a separate sheet, not on the module. An answer key for the pretest, puzzle, assessments, and post-test is at the end; use it honestly after you answer.
For parents: Several activities ask your child to interview farmers or tree owners in your area. Help them find people to ask and stay safe while doing the survey.
For teachers: Survey answers (such as Independent Assessment 3) will vary depending on what learners find in their community, so check them against the learner’s own data.
Frequently asked questions
What grade level is this Management of Orchard module for?
It is for Grade 6 learners taking Technology and Livelihood Education, Agri-Fishery Arts. It is Module 3 of the series.
What are the three types of orchard farm?
The module names the fruit orchard, the nut orchard, and the seed orchard. Fruit orchards grow trees like mango and rambutan, nut orchards grow coconut, pili nut, and cashew, and seed orchards produce genetically improved seeds such as coffee and cacao.
What is the difference between marcotting and grafting?
Marcotting makes part of a stem grow roots while it is still attached to the parent plant. Grafting joins a bud or scion from one plant to the stem, root, or branch of another plant, called the rootstock.
Does the module have an answer key?
Yes. It includes answers for the pretest, the word puzzle, the What’s More assessments, and the final assessment. Survey-based answers vary depending on each learner’s results.
How should fruit tree seedlings be cared for?
Water sown seeds thoroughly, grow seedlings in a shed or partially shaded area, apply fungicide once a week, and remove weeds and cultivate the soil around the base.
Full text of the module
The text below is a transcription of the PDF above, as printed.
Agri-Fishery Arts Module 3: Management of Orchard
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Technology and Livelihood Education
Agri-Fishery Arts
Module 3: Management of Orchard
[illustration: students and a teacher with a globe, a child reading by a lamp, and students reading outdoors under a tree]
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TLE – Agri-Fishery Arts – Grade 6 Alternative Delivery Mode Module 3: Management of Orchard First Edition, 2020
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Technology and Livelihood Education
Agri-Fishery Arts
Module 3: Management of Orchard
Introductory Message
This Self-Learning Module (SLM) is prepared so that you, our dear learners, can continue your studies and learn while at home. Activities, questions, directions, exercises, and discussions are carefully stated for you to understand each lesson.
Each SLM is composed of different parts. Each part shall guide you step-by-step as you discover and understand the lesson prepared for you.
Pre-tests are provided to measure your prior knowledge on lessons in each SLM. This will tell you if you need to proceed on completing this module or if you need to ask your facilitator or your teacher’s assistance for better understanding of the lesson. At the end of each module, you need to answer the post-test to self-check your learning. Answer keys are provided for each activity and test. We trust that you will be honest in using these.
In addition to the material in the main text, Notes to the Teacher are also provided to our facilitators and parents for strategies and reminders on how they can best help you on your home-based learning.
Please use this module with care. Do not put unnecessary marks on any part of this SLM. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the exercises and tests. And read the instructions carefully before performing each task.
If you have any questions in using this SLM or any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator.
Thank you.
What I Need to Know
This module will cover the types of orchard farm, trees appropriate for orchard gardening based on location, climate and market demands, proper way of planting or propagating trees and fruit-bearing trees (Cutting, Budding, Marcotting & Grafting), sources for fruit-bearing trees and how to care for seedlings.
After going through this module, you are expected to conduct a survey to identify:
- types of orchard farm;
- trees appropriate for orchard gardening based on location, climate and market demands;
- proper way of planting or propagating trees and fruit-bearing trees (Cutting, Budding, Marcotting and Grafting);
- sources of fruit-bearing trees; and
- how to care for seedlings
What I Know
Directions: In this activity, you are asked to answer the following statements by putting a check (✓) if you AGREE and cross (X) if you DON’T AGREE before the given item number. Write your answer in a separate sheet of paper.
____ 1. Seed Orchard is where nut trees are grown for a massive production of nut.
____ 2. Mango, Lanzones, Marang, Rambutan, Chico and Guyabano are fruit trees grown for the purpose of nut production.
____ 3. Most of the people prefer to plant fruit-bearing trees on the cold weather place.
____ 4. Citrus fruit like lemon, pomelo, and mandarin has high market demands and it is best grown in orchard garden.
____ 5. Plant propagation is a method of reproducing, increasing or multiplying plant species.
____ 6. Sexual reproduction involves taking a part of one parent plant and causing it to regenerate itself into a new one.
____ 7. Agricultural Institution is considered as one of the sources of fruit – bearing trees and managed by private individuals. It usually offers landscaping services including the materials needed.
____ 8. Department of Agriculture is responsible for any agricultural activities in terms of producing seeds of vegetable and fruit for planting.
____ 9. Application of fungicide to seedlings in order to avoid infestation is one way to care for it.
____ 10. Seedlings should be allowed to grow preferably in a partially shaded area.
Module 3 Management of Orchard
[photo: people among Rambutan trees in a plantation]
A picture of Rambutan Plantation taken by Dolores C. Parcon at Barangay. Carabalan, Himamaylan City, Negros Occidental
Investing in the establishment of an orchard needs thorough planning. You should be knowledgeable on how to provide care and maintenance for your trees and your orchard. Choosing the varieties, construction of plant nursery, planting system to use and having the right location are some of the factors to ensure a higher production.
¹ Dolores C. Parcon, Rambutan Plantation, August 17, 2019
What’s In
Directions: From the given puzzle, find the word or words being described by the statements below it. Please write your answer in separate sheet of paper.
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| T | A | A | A | O | G | T | C | O |
| T | R | R | N | N | E | E | O | S |
| R | D | I | G | U | S | A | L | L |
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a piece land devoted to the cultivation of fruit or nut trees;
O____ ____ H ____ _____ Dcitrus fruits that have high market demands and best grown in orchard garden; ___ R A ___ G ___ ____
a kind of fruit-bearing tree planted as additional income of the family; ___ ___ ___ G ___
fruit product planted in your garden or farm that is a good source of fresh juice; ___ ___ C ___ ___ U ___
global movement to save Mother Earth; P ___ ___ N ___ T ___ ___ E S
the climate we have in our country; T ___ O _____ _____ C ______ L
What’s New
“JACKFRUIT SEEDS”
One Saturday morning, Ana’s best friend, Bea, went to their home to do their project in TLE. She introduced Bea first to her mother. After this, Ana’s mother named Elsa prepared sandwiches for a snack while Ana was helping her. As they were busy preparing in the kitchen Ana smelled something. It was the ripe jackfruit wrapped in the sack under the table. Ana couldn’t wait to eat as she smelled the ripe jackfruit. When her mother permitted her, she then took a knife and sliced it. She made four slices and spared one slice for Bea. The rest of the slices were shared with her siblings. Ana went to their small sala with a slice of jackfruit to be shared with her classmate, but Bea refused to take it because she was eating a sandwich, so Ana got a piece of jackfruit. While they were eating Ana has noticed that the seeds of jackfruit on her hand were cracked and the roots were sprouted. Then, she got another one and continued eating but the same things happened. Bea also tried to pick one piece but the seed she got was different from Ana. It was a healthy seed. After their snacks, Ana and Bea cleaned the table to start doing their project.
When Bea left after they were done with their project, Ana threw the jackfruit peal and she buried the healthy seeds on the potted plant. After three weeks she was amazed that the seeds she buried have started to germinate.
Ana prepared a space for transplanting the seedlings. She chose a shed or partially shaded place for seedlings. The seedlings grew healthy because she watered it every day. Ana had a new friend to be taken care of and protected to grow and bear more fruits, these were the “Jackfruit seedling”.
From the story you have read, answer the following questions to better understand the content of this module as we go along:
- What did Ana do with the healthy jackfruit seed after eating the fruit?
- After a couple of weeks, what was Ana had observed with the jackfruit seed?
- What method of planting did Ana do with the seed?
- How did Ana care for her jackfruit seedling?
- What do you think is the method of propagating trees is being told in the short story?
- What type of Orchard Farm do you consider jackfruit seedlings are suited to be planted?
What is It
At this time, you are going to study deeper the lessons included in this module. You are going to learn the following:
- types of orchard farm;
- trees that are appropriate for orchard gardening based on location, climate and market demands;
- proper way of planting or propagating trees and fruit-bearing trees (Budding, marcotting and grafting);
- sources of fruit-bearing trees; and
- how to care for seedlings
I. Types of Orchard Farm
| Type of Orchard | Description | Planted Trees |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Fruit Orchard | A farm where trees are planted for the purpose of fruit production | Seasonal fruit-trees like: Lanzones, Mango, Santol Marang, Avocado, Chico, Mangosteen, Rambutan, Guyabano, Jackfruit, Durian etc. |
| 2. Nut Orchard | Planted in this farm are nut trees for massive production of nuts | Trees planted are: Coconut, Pili Nuts, Cashew Nuts etc. |
| 3. Seed Orchard | An intensively- managed or maintained plantation of trees to produce genetically improved seeds resulting in mass production | Most popular seeds that are produced are coffee and cacao. Also, Woody plants that are needed to produce lumber & other wood by-products |
II. Trees appropriate for orchard gardening based on the location, climate, and market demands.
In putting-up an orchard, some important factors are to be considered such as location, climate and market demands. Some trees tend to grow well on wet season while others are on dry season. The location or topography of the land is also important whether it is a plain, slope, hillside or mountainous area. Market demands for fruits and other trees by – products play a vital role in deciding what trees are to be planted.
The table below shows the trees appropriate for orchard gardening based on the identified factors:
| Factors to Consider in Planting Trees | |
|---|---|
| 1. Location | Trees Appropriate for Orchard Gardening |
| 1.1 Plain | Citrus Fruits, Mango, Duhat, Rambutan |
| 1.2 Slope | Mango, Coconut, Cashew, Jackfruit |
| 1.3 Hillside | Pili Nut, Mango, Coconut, Lanzones, Santol |
| 2. Climate | Trees Appropriate for Orchard Gardening |
| 2.1 Dry Season | Cashew, Guava, Makopa, Jackfruit, Chico |
| 2.2 Wet Season | Durian, Duhat, Mango, Santol, Lanzones, Rambutan |
| 3. Market Demands | Trees Appropriate for Orchard Gardening |
| 3.1 Year – round | Coconut, Mango, Citrus, Duhat |
| 3.2 Seasonal | Jackfruit, Guava, Avocado, Tar Apple, Santol, Rambutan |
III. Proper Way of Planting or Propagating Trees and Fruit-Bearing Trees
Planting trees need the skill on how to increase the number of species and spreading or maintaining such species for them to multiply. This process is called plant propagation. It is both an art and science: requiring knowledge, skill, and experience for success.
Sexual and asexual plant propagation are the two general methods of multiplying plant species. Sexual plant propagation has two types, the direct and indirect planting while asexual plant propagation has the following type: cutting, marcotting, budding, and grafting.
A. Sexual Plant Propagation is a way of multiplying plant species by seeds through pollination and fertilization of the parents’ genetic materials. This involves the floral parts of the plant to create an offspring different from each parent plant.
Seed germination of a dicot seedling
[illustration: seed germination of a dicot seedling in five stages, from seed in soil to a seedling with roots and leaves]
Illustration done by: Learesa G. Amban
A.1 Two Methods of Sexual Plant Propagation
a. Direct Planting is a method of planting where the seeds or parts of a plant are directly planted in the soil where it will germinate and grow.
b. Indirect Planting is a method of planting where seeds are allowed to germinate in the seed box or tray before transplanting to its final location to grow.
A. Asexual Plant Propagation is the process of taking vegetative part of a desirable plant to produce new plants from these tissues. Asexual propagation permits cloning of plants of which the resulting plants are genetically identical to the parent plant. The major methods of asexual propagation are cutting, marcotting, grafting and budding.
B.1 Types of Asexual Plant Propagation of Trees and Fruit-Bearing Trees
a. Cutting
Cutting propagation is growing a plant from a stem or root that has been cut from another plant. This the simplest way of multiplying plant species that are used in ornamental landscaping. Example of fruit-tree that can be planted by cutting is Siniguelas.
[illustration: a cutting taken from a mother plant in a pot and set in another pot to grow]
Labels: Mother Plant; Cutting
Illustration done by: Learesa G. Amban
b. Marcotting
An asexual method of propagating plants by rooting a part of the stem while still attached to the parent plant is called marcotting. Example: Rambutan, Lanzones, and Santol.
[illustration: marcotting in four stages on a stem, from a cut stem to a wrapped stem with roots]
c. Grafting
Grafting is the process of getting the bud or scion of one plant to be placed into or on a stem, a root, or a branch of another plant (rootstock) to form a union of two partner plants that will continue to grow. The part where the roots are found is the stock while the added portion is the scion. Example: Mango, Guava, Santol, Chico, Rambutan, Makopa, Durian and Lanzones.
[illustration: grafting in three stages on potted plants, from a cut scion and stock to a scion tied onto the stock]
All Illustrations done by: Learesa G. Amban
d. Budding
Budding is the union of one bud and a small piece of bark from the scion with a rootstock. A method which a patch of bark with a bud is inserted into a similar dispatched root stock. Example: citrus family like Pomelo, Calamansi, and Dalandan.
[illustration: budding in three stages on a stem, from a bark patch with a bud to a bud wrapped in tape]
Illustration done by: Learesa G. Amban
B. Sources for Fruit-bearing Trees
Fruit-bearing trees are available and sold as seedlings ready to be transplanted to farm growers or individuals who are tree planting lovers. Among their sources are
| Sources of Fruit-bearing Trees | Description |
|---|---|
| Orchard Nursery | A wide plantation of fruit trees/nut trees for food production |
| School Nursery | Provides variety of seedlings of fruit trees for pupils’ practical training in school. |
| Commercial Nursery | An area where plants grown for transplanting, use as stocks for budding, grafting for sale. |
| Community | Provide variety fruit tree seedlings situated within the barangay |
| Department of Agriculture (Bureau of Plant Industry) | Provide bearing tree seedlings, vegetable seeds, leaflets and other printed materials that would help fruit tree growers, organic pesticides and fertilizers. Conduct seminars and tutorials. |
C. Caring of Fruit Tree Seedlings
- Water the sown seeds thoroughly. It is important to keep the soil moist to speed up the germination process.
- Grow the seedlings preferably in a propagating shed or a partially shaded area.
- Apply fungicide to avoid infestation. This can be done once a week. Mix the fungicide with water in a proportion of two tablespoons to a gallon or as directed in the label of the bottle.
- Remove the grass or weeds around the base and cultivate the soil around the base. The size of cultivation should match the tip of the branches of the tree.
What’s More
Independent Activity 1
Conduct a survey to complete the table by filling out name of fruit trees and type of orchard.
| Production focused on | Name of Fruit trees | Type of Orchard |
|---|---|---|
| Growing fruit trees | ||
| Growing nut trees | ||
| Growing genetically improved seeds to create woody plants |
Independent Assessment 1
Based on your survey, answer the following questions. Then write it on your answer sheet.
- What type of orchard farm does Rambutan, Durian, Lanzones, Jackfruit and Guyabano are commonly grown?
- For what reason seeds have been managed intentionally in an orchard?
- What groups of trees are usually grown in a nut orchard?
- Where do genetically improved seeds resulting in mass production usually found in?
- What type of orchard in which Pili nut, coconut, cashews are commonly grown?
Independent Activity 2
Conduct a survey how fruit-trees are propagated or planted in your community and fill-in the needed information below to complete the table.
| Types of Asexual Propagation of fruit bearing trees as observed in the community | Description of the type of Asexual Propagation used | Example of fruit-trees grown using the type of asexual propagation as observed |
|---|---|---|
Independent Assessment 2
Based on your survey, answer the following questions. Then write it on your answer sheet.
- What type of asexual propagation does calamansi commonly used?
- A process where a stem is inducted to develop roots while it is still growing on the mother plant.
- Aside from seed germination, Siniguelas fruit can be propagated through what type of asexual propagation?
Grafting is the act of placing a portion of one plant into or on a stem, root or branch of another plant in such a way that a union will be formed while the partners continue to grow.
- & 5. What do you call the part of the combination that provides the roots and the added piece?
Independent Activity 3
In this activity, you are tasked to conduct a survey of sources of fruit- bearing trees that are planted in your community. Ask the farmer/owner where they got the fruit-bearing tree (source), number of seedlings taken or bought and what seed or seedling is it. Gathered data are to be used in completing the table below.
| Sources of fruit bearing trees | No. of Seedlings Taken/Bought | Name of fruit seeds/ seedlings |
|---|---|---|
Independent Assessment 3
Based on your survey, answer the following questions. Then write it on your answer sheet.
- What are the possible sources of fruit bearing trees where you can take or buy your plant seedlings?
- It is considered as a source that provides variety of fruit tree seedlings situated within the barangay
- What variety of fruit trees does a school nursery may offer?
- An area where plants grow for transplanting, use as stocks for budding, grafting for sale and has the second highest number of seedlings taken/bought is called __________.
- What do tree seedlings provide in an Orchard nursery?
What I Have Learned
- Orchard farm has three types namely: _____, _____ & _____.
- In putting up an orchard, we must also consider some important factors such as , and.
Some trees tend to grow well on _____ location while others on a area. The topography of the land has also to be considered whether in a _____, _____or _____area. The _____ for some fruits may also be considered so that the ease or marketing will be guaranteed. - _____ is the process of multiplying the number of species, perpetuating species or maintaining the youthfulness of a plant.
- The reproduction of plants by seeds. The genetic material of two parents is combined by pollination and fertilization to create offspring that are different from each parent it is called _____.
- The two methods of planting are the: _____ and _____.
- _____ is a method of planting where the seeds or parts of a plant are directly planted in the soil where it will germinate and grow. Example of which are Chico, Guyabano, Rambutan, Avocado and the like.
- Seeds grow first in the seed box or tray before transplanting. Most common seeds for this method of planting are woody trees, it is called _____.
- _____ is the process of taking vegetative part of a desirable plant and reproducing new plants from these tissues.
- The types of asexual plant propagation of trees and fruit bearing trees are: _____, _____, _____, & _____.
- _____ is growing a plant from a stem or root that has been cut from another plant.
- A process where a stem is inducted to develop roots while it is still growing on the mother plant called _____.
- _____ is the act of placing a portion of one plant (bud or scion) into or on a stem, root, or branch of another plant in such a way that a union will be formed and the partners will continue to grow. The part of the combination that provides the root is called the_______; the added piece is called the_______.
- _____is the union of one bud and a small piece of bark from the scion with a rootstock. A method which a patch of bark with a bud is inserted into a similar dispatched root stock.
- The sources of fruit- bearing trees are: _____, _____, _____, _____ & _____.
- What are the factors to be considered in caring of fruit tree seedling?
What I Can Do
Conduct a survey in your locality to identify the fruit trees suited for Orchard gardening based on climate, location and market demands. Use survey form to gather data.
| CLIMATE: Trees suited during Dry Season | CLIMATE: Trees suited during Wet Season |
|---|---|
| LOCATION: Trees planted on Hill Side | LOCATION: Trees planted on Slope Areas | LOCATION: Trees planted on Plain Areas |
|---|---|---|
| MARKET DEMANDS: Trees Grown Year-Round | MARKET DEMANDS: Trees Grown on Seasonal |
|---|---|
Assessment
Choose the letter of the correct answer then write it on your answer sheet.
Which type of orchard farm does Rambutan, Lanzones, Durian and Kamunsil are commonly grown?
a. fruit orchard
b. nut orchard
c. seed orchard
d. tree orchardTo care for the fruit trees seedling, we should do the following except one.
a. Grow the seedlings preferably in a partially shaded area.
b. Remove the grass or weeds around the base and cultivate the soil.
c. Water the sown seeds thoroughly.
d. Use chemical pesticides.What group of fruits are usually grown in a nut orchard?
a. Cashew, Coconut, Pili nut
b. Guava, Peanut, Pili nut
c. Jackfruit, Lanzones, Santol
d. Rambutan, Mango, CoconutSeed should have been managed or maintained in seed orchard for what reason?
a. to improve seeds
b. to gain more profit
c. for mass production
d. all the aboveA plant propagation which the reproduction of plants is done through seeds germination.
a. asexual propagation
b. plant propagation
c. sexual propagation
d. none of the aboveIt is a process where a stem is inducted to develop roots while it is still growing on the mother plant.
a. budding
b. cutting
c. grafting
d. marcottingYoung fruit-bearing trees can come from many sources which among these sources is not included.
a. Agricultural Institution
b. Commercial Nursery
c. Department of Agriculture
d. Fishery IndustryA method of planting where the seeds or parts of a plant are directly planted in the soil where it will germinate and grow.
a. direct planting
b. indirect planting
c. layering
d. marcottingA school that offers a course related to agriculture and other plant study is called _____.
a. Agricultural Institution
b. Commercial Nursery
c. Department of Agriculture
d. Fishery IndustryIn putting up an orchard, we must also consider some important factors. Which of the following factors is not included?
a. climate
b. location/topography
c. market demands
d. plant propagation
Additional Activities
Read the following situations carefully and give the correct answer. Write your answers in a piece of paper.
_____1. Mr. Campaner prepares the needed materials like fiber of coconut husk or dried moss, loam soil and plastic wrap. What way of plant propagation will he use for his Chico and Rambutan trees?
_____2. The Agriculturist has a plastic wrapper, a stem cutting and a knife to make a t-shaped slit on the stem of one plant and a V-shaped edge stem of another plant. What way of plant propagation will he use for his Mango tree?
_____3. My elder brother propagates citrus fruit like Calamansi and Pomelo. He takes the bud of calamansi and pomelo tree as material for the activity. What way of plant propagation will he use?
_____ 4. Mang Ben has a tall and productive Siniguelas at their backyard, during peak season, he found it hard to harvest due to its breakable branches. He decided to cut those unreachable branches, took the leaves and plant directly to the soil. What plant propagation did Mang Ben do?
Answer Key
What’s More
Assessment # 1
- Fruit Orchard
- For mass production
- Pili Nut, Coconut, and cashew
- Seed orchard
- Nut orchard
Assessment # 2
- Budding
- Marcotting
- Cutting
- Stock
- Scion
Assessment #3
(Answers may defer depending on the result of the survey conducted)
What I Know
- X
- X
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- X
- X
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
What’s In
- Orchard
- Oranges
- Mango
- Coconut
- Plant Trees
- Tropical
Assessment
- A
- D
- A
- D
- C
- D
- D
- A
- A
- D
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