CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
Abelmoschus esculentus is a popular vegetable in tropical and su-tropical countries in the world
which is known as okra or Lady's finger.Besides the nutritional benefit of it, the different parts of the
plant are used extensively in traditional medicine around the world.Okra is said to be of economic
importance because of its nutritional value that has the potential to improve food security.FAO(2006).
According to Si Han et al.(2015)the use of chemical fertilizers and organic manure has both positive
and negative effects on plant growth and the soil.Chemical fertilizers are relatively expensive,have high
nutrients content,and are rapidly taken up by plants.While organic manure has a number of
Shortcomings, including low nutrient, slow decomposition and different decomposition of nutrient,
however organic manure has multiple benefits due to the balanced supply of nutrients.Fertilizer
application is the process of applying fertilizer in soil.Fertilizer is the one of that farmers applying in their
crops.It helps the crops to produce more yields and it will help to improve the products quality.
Additionally,Sumagaysay(2014) stated the abelmoschus esculent is a vegetable crop has proven to
be very profitable.Abelmoschus esculents fruits provide fresh and delicious vegetable meals.It has also
many uses because of its protein,calcuim and iron content.
The objective of the study is to find out how various fertilizers affect okra. Fertilizers with and
without chemicals will be used in the study. Chemical fertilizers that use traditional nutrient formulas
will be contrasted with organic fertilizers, including compost and manure. Three groups of pechay plants
will be planted in a controlled environment as part of the experiment: one group will receive fertilizer
that is organic, another will get fertilizer that is chemical, and a control group will not receive any
fertilizer at all. Plant height, leaf size, and general health will all be measured on a regular basis to track
growth. The pechay's size, weight, and quality will all be evaluated during harvest.
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM:
1. What is organic and chemical fertilizers?
1.1. Organic Fertilizer
1.2. Chemical Fertilizer
2. What are the effects of fertilizers to the growth of okra?
2.1. Organic Fertilizer
2.2. Chemical Fertilizer
3. Is there a significant difference between organic fertilizer and chemical fertilizer to the growth of
okra?
SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY
This study aimed to determine the differences of the application of no fertilizers soil and both
inorganic and organic fertilizer in propagating abelmoschus esculents In which the researcher used
cooperative experimental design.
Specifically,this study sought to describe how effective the different applied treatment regarding to
the yield performance of abelmoschus esculents in terms of their height and number of leaves.It made
used participant observation to the plant for several weeks in which gave their participation to maintain
and sustain the need of abelmoschus esculents after 50-60 days they harvest the plant.Then they get
the data that they need,data were analyzed using the analysis for variance(ANNOVA) and significant
difference between different applied treatments means we're determined by turkey using the software
of statistical package for social science (SPSS ver. 15).
The researchers would like to express thier sincere gratitude to their subject adviser for the
continuous in this study and related research for his patience, motivation,ang immense knowledge, his
guidance helped throughout the writing of this study we would not have imagined having a better
adviser and mentor for our study.His guidance and dedication encouraged the researchers and gave the
researchers enthusiasm to continue with their studies.
The researchers would like to express their gratitude of god for giving the researcher wisdom and
persevere.The researchers would have not been able to do this work without blessings.
The researchers would like to extend their gratitude to all people who extended help in completing
this research paper for without their unending love and support, this paper will not be complete.
SCOPE AND DELIMITATION
This study aims to investigate the effects of organic and chemical fertilizers on the growth of okra
(Abelmoschus esculentus). The scope of the study includes the comparison of plant growth parameters
such as height, number of leaves, pod yield, and root development. The study will also explore the
effects on soil health by analyzing the nutrient content before and after the application of fertilizers. This
research aims to enhance farmers' productivity and sustainability through scientific knowledge and
hands-on training in modern farming techniques. It emphasizes the development of innovative
practices, improved crop management, and soil conservation to ensure long-term agricultural
productivity. By bridging the gap between scientific research and field application, the FSTP helps
empower local farmers to increase yields, reduce environmental impact, and contribute to food security
in their communities.
DEFINITION OF TERMS
1.Organic Fertilizer: Natural substances made from plant or animal matter, such as compost or manure,
used to enrich soil and promote plant growth without synthetic chemicals.
2.Chemical Fertilizer: Manufactured substances that contain specific nutrients designed to enhance
plant growth quickly, often containing compounds like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
3.Smooth green okra:a deep green and native variety with yellowish white fruits.
4.Height:the distance from botton to top of Abelmoschus esculents in centimeter.
5.Number of leaves:This refer to the number of Abelmoschus esculents leaves plant.
6.Urea fertilizer:is an organic fertilizer which contain white crystalline solid that will provide nitrogen to
the plants and increase the yield of plant.
7.Fertilizer:this refer to the fertilizer use by the researcher to supply the nutrients needed by the plant
to improve the quali
