Agricultural Equipment Use in Bataan
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What is the percentage of rice and corn farms using mechanized harvesting techniques?

  • 85.20%
  • 100%
  • 98.79% (correct)
  • 68.99%

    • Which power source had the highest adoption for land preparation according to the data provided?

  • Animal
  • Mechanized (correct)
  • Manual
  • Electric

    • What was the adoption percentage for manual transplanting using the IRRI manual transplanter?

  • 100%
  • 31.01%
  • 0%
  • Not widely accepted (correct)

    • Which of the following operations had a 100% adoption rate?

    <p>Spraying</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the data, which operation had the lowest degree of mechanization?

    <p>Milling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average mechanization level for direct seeding operations?

    <p>33%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of equipment was found to be highly adopted for land preparation?

    <p>Power tiller</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of farms used mechanized methods for weeding?

    <p>85.20%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the methods of threshing mentioned?

    <p>Rubbing Action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the mechanization level in the Philippines compare to Japan from 1968 to 1990?

    <p>It increased marginally, much less than Japan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about power sources in the Philippines in 1968?

    <p>Animal power was the largest contributor at 52%.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributed significantly to employment and livelihood generation in agriculture?

    <p>Use of hand tool technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the estimated power contribution per unit area in the Philippines in 1990 from human power?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary motivation for countries with a high land area to farmer ratio to increase mechanization in agriculture?

    <p>To cultivate large agricultural lands with limited manpower.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which three main sources of power are integral to agricultural mechanization?

    <p>Human, animal, and mechanical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which benefit is not associated with agricultural mechanization?

    <p>Decreased efficiency in farm operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Countries like Japan with a low land area to farmer ratio are motivated to mechanize primarily to:

    <p>Increase yields to meet food demand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which model of agricultural mechanization do Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia follow?

    <p>The USA model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary roles of agricultural machinery in production processes?

    <p>To perform operations that cannot be done manually.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of adopting mechanization in agriculture?

    <p>Improved timing of agricultural operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about agricultural mechanization is true?

    <p>It aims to improve overall efficiency and product quality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the utilization range of animal power in fairly mechanized systems?

    <p>34-100%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for the adaptation and promotion of Chinese agricultural machinery in the Philippines?

    <p>Philippine-Sino Center for Agricultural Technology (PhilSCAT)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the Bureau of Soils and Water Management (BSWM)?

    <p>Developing small-scale irrigation projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entity primarily supervises the testing and evaluation of agricultural machinery in the Philippines?

    <p>Agricultural Machinery Testing and Evaluation Center (AMTEC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a focus of the Department of Agriculture (DA)?

    <p>Development of large-scale irrigation projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Agriculture and Fisheries Mechanization Committee (AFMeC)?

    <p>To serve as an advisory committee on mechanization concerns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mechanization utilization is indicated by the range of 67-100%?

    <p>Highly mechanized</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization regulates agricultural engineering professions in the Philippines?

    <p>Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI)?

    <p>Research and extension in agricultural mechanization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is responsible for grain storage and marketing?

    <p>National Food Authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization (PhilMech)?

    <p>To generate and commercialize postharvest and mechanization technologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which act defines measures for modernizing Philippine agriculture?

    <p>Republic Act 8435</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a goal of the Agriculture and Fisheries Modernization Act (AFMA)?

    <p>To modernize Philippine agriculture and ensure food security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Agricultural Mechanization Development Program (AMDP) associated with?

    <p>Research and extension in agricultural mechanization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization acts as the heart of agricultural machinery manufacturing and marketing?

    <p>Agricultural Machinery Manufacturers Dealers Association</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Regional Agricultural Engineering Group (RAEG)?

    <p>Addressing agricultural mechanization issues within regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Agricultural Mechanization in the Philippines

    • High adoption of agricultural equipment like power tillers and four-wheel tractors in Bataan and nearby provinces.
    • Land preparation methods include manual, animal, and mechanized techniques, with mechanized methods used predominantly in irrigated areas.
    • Direct seeding methods are largely hand-based, indicating a low mechanization level in the region.

    Mechanization Benefits

    • Increased cropping intensity leads to higher agricultural production.
    • Productivity of labor significantly improves, fostering better output and efficiency.
    • Reduces post-harvest losses, enhances the value of farm products, and generates employment opportunities.

    Levels of Mechanization

    • The mechanization level in the Philippines is low compared to other Asian nations, with human, animal, and mechanical powers contributing 36%, 52%, and 12%, respectively, in 1968.
    • From 1968 to 1990, Japan's mechanization increased from 3 to 7 hp/ha, South Korea from 0.435 to 4.11 hp/ha, while the Philippines only increased from 0.198 to 0.52 hp/ha.

    Agricultural Machinery Types

    • Hand Tool Technology: Simplest form leveraging human muscle; still crucial in many agricultural operations.
    • Draft Animal Technology: Utilizes animal labor for fieldwork.
    • Mechanized Equipment: Increasingly utilized, especially where high power output is necessary.

    Threshing Methods

    • Threshing results from rubbing action, typically performed through treading by humans, animals, or vehicles, allowing for varying output efficiencies.

    Government and Private Sector Involvement

    • Government Initiatives: Various agencies, like the Department of Agriculture and the Philippine Rice Research Institute, focus on agricultural mechanization policy, testing, and development.
    • Private Sector: Includes organizations like the Philippine Society of Agricultural Engineers and Agricultural Machinery Manufacturers and Dealers Association, which support manufacturing and distribution.

    Legislative Framework

    • Republic Act (RA) 8435: Known as the Agriculture and Fisheries Modernization Act, aims to modernize the agricultural sector to enhance competitiveness and ensure equitable access to resources for small farmers and fisherfolk.

    Research and Development

    • Significant contributions are made through various institutions like Central Luzon State University and the University of the Philippines Los Baños, focusing on agricultural engineering and mechanization development programs.

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    This quiz focuses on the adoption levels of agricultural equipment, specifically power tillers, in rice and corn farming across Bataan and nearby provinces. Test your knowledge on the percentage of farms utilizing these locally adopted equipment.

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