A farm school owner who graduated from the RCEF-Rice Specialists’ Training Course (RSTC) is collaborating with DA-PhilRice Negros to help address rice production constraints in Capiz.
Farm school owner Kryztof Ray Carillo of Dao, Capiz said he intends to help address low yields, high seeding rates, and poor nutrient management practices in their locality.
“I am confident in conducting the training and giving technical advice because of the comprehensive experiential learning I acquired from RSTC,” Carillo said.
Through the collaboration, R&D Coordinator Alvin Palanog said they will promote the use of NSIC Rc 506, 40kg/ha seeding rate, drumseeder, and Abonong Swak recommendations.
Carillo will co-fund the establishment of demo sites and monitor these weekly and provide technical guidance.
Farm inputs will be offered to farmer-partners at a reduced cost with payments to be collected after harvesting.
Partnership initiatives with the local government unit will also be formalized within the first quarter of 2023.
