"Practicum": Sulu State College School of Agriculture Omar Extension

SULU STATE COLLEGE
SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE
OMAR EXTENSION
“PRACTICUM”
SUBMITTED BY:
MIRJIM A. SADAL
1-A
SUBMITTED TO:
BENJAMIN H. ANNIL
FURQAAN I. HAYUDINI
JALMAIDA A. MALLANG
INSTRUCTORS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ………………………………………………………………………….……………1
Cleaning the Area …...…………………...………………………….
…………………………….2
Land Plowing ……………………………………………………………………………………..3
Planting the Seeds ………………….
……………………………………………………………...4
Watering of the Plants
……………………………………………………………………………..5
Sprouting of the Seeds
…………………………………………………………………………….6
Side dress the plants with compost ………………………………...………………………………
7
INTRODUCTION
The practicum course is a paid or unpaid capstone experience for students participating in a
coherent sequence of career and technical education courses in the Agriculture, Food, and
Natural Resources Career Cluster.
The starting date of our practicum was on July 13, 2022 and the plant that I was going to grow in
a farming land is Okra. It was done by lottery pick and the farming venue is in Sitio Lubak,
Brgy. Angilan. Omar, Sulu. The said land was given by our beloved and supportive municipal
mayor Hon. Hj. Abdulbaki J. Ajibon
On the first day of practicum, we immediately go to the farming land and did our first job in
removing the unnecessary lawn grass to have a more suitable place for planting by using the
farming tools which are the grub hoe, bolo, and rake. The area that was assigned to me was 5
meter in width and 10 meter in length.
During the practicum period, I was able to learn a lot of knowledge specially methods in planting
that is vital in our field of course study. Taking the Practicum as a subject was a very enriching
experience. It allowed me to engage in multiple activities and strive to improve in the field of
agriculture. The practicum ended on July 29, 2022.
Okra—also known as lady's-fingers, gumbo, or bhindi—is the most important vegetable crop of
the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It belongs to the genus Abelmoschus and
family Malvaceae. Okra is a multipurpose crop valued for its tender and delicious pods.
Okra is an important crop in temperate and tropical climates. The seeds can be a source of
antioxidant, which is essential in maintaining health. Based on the nutrient profile of okra,
including the amino profile and the effect of processing on this, human consumption of okra
flour can be promoted because of its positive health effects. Okra has long been favored as a food
for the health-conscious, as it contains potassium, Vitamins B and C, folic acid, calcium, and rich
in amino acids. It prevents anemia, promotes healthy skin and pregnancy, prevents stomach
ulcer, and improves the respiratory system.
1
CLEANING THE AREA
Land preparation is the key to a successful crop production. It is important because it helps in
killing of weeds, improves soil aeration, destroys different stages of crop pest such as egg, larval,
pupae or adults by burying them or exposing them to predators, encourages penetration of plant
roots and water infiltration into the soil, makes subsequent operations possible and in some cases
manure and other organic matter can be incorporated into the soil during this process. It was on
the day of June 14, 2022 where I was assigned to plant an okra and on the same day, I prepare
the soil of planting by cleaning the area first. And the tools that I used were the grub hoe and
bolo.
2
LAND PLOWING
Before planting, prepare the field thoroughly to obtain good crop stand and optimum yield.
Before plowing the area, broadcast organic fertilizer. Plow and harrow 2 to 3 times alternately at
one-week interval to prevent growth of weeds. Plow at a depth or 15-20 cm for better root
penetration. Harrow every after plowing to pulverize and level the field. A well-pulverized soil
promotes good soil aeration and enhances root formation. Set furrows after the last harrowing or
make plots 75 cm wide at a distance of 100 cm between rows.
3
PLANTING THE SEEDS
Plant okra seeds in slightly moist soil at a rate of 2-3 seeds per hill at a distance of 30 cm and 2-5
cm deep. Then press lightly to prevent excessive loss of moisture. Deeper root penetration of
seedlings and avoids the early emergence of weeds.
4
WATERING THE SEEDS
Okra should be given at least an inch per week of water. Water every morning to thoroughly
moisten the soil, except after heavy rains. Okra can withstand a bit of drought, but it grows much
better when given plenty of water throughout the summer. It's best to water okra in the morning
so that the plants have time to dry before nightfall. If the water stands in the garden bed
overnight, it could cause the plants to start rotting.
5
SPROUTING OF THE SEEDS
After a few days of planting, the okra seeds were starting to sprout for about 2-4 inches.
6
SIDE DRESS THE PLANTS WITH COMPOST
While the okra is still young, it needs plenty of nutrients to grow, it's a good idea to continue
adding compost throughout the summer. It should side dress the okra with compost three times.
To side dress, simply rake in a few inches of compost around the plants, so that the soil there
gets enriched. This will prevent additional weeds from sprouting and taking over the bed.

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