Republic of the Philippines

CAMILING CATHOLIC SCHOOL, INC.

Arellano St., Poblacion B, Camiling, Tarlac
Tel. No. (045) 934-0151

A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON UTILIZATION OF RICE STRAW, WASTE

PAPER, EGG WHITE AND PEANUT SHELLS AS ALTERNATIVE FOR
MAKING PLANTER BOX.

In partial fulfillment of the requirements in

Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion

Eslava, Nathaniel Lagrimas

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CAMILING CATHOLIC SCHOOL, INC.
Arellano St. Pob. B, Camiling, Tarlac
Tel. No. (045) 934-0151

APPROVAL SHEET

In partial fulfilment of the requirements in Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion,

this feasibility study entitled “A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON UTILIZATION OF

RICE STRAW, WASTE PAPER, EGG WHITE AND PEANUT SHELLS AS

ALTERNATIVE FOR MAKING PLANTER BOX ” has been approved and submitted

by Nathaniel L. Eslava, is hereby accepted.

Approved by the committee on oral examination

MS. KARLA MAE D. MACATANGAY, LPT

Language Critique

MS. KRISTELLE JOY L. SALAZAR, LPT MR. JASON E. DUQUE

Member/Statistician Member

MS. CAREN L. VILLANUEVA, LPT

Chairperson/Content Adviser

Accepted in partial fulfilment for the requirements

in Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion

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SR. MA. ALELEE M. MASANQUE, OP
Principal

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 ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The scholar of this research express her sincerest and profound appreciation to the

following people, who, in one way or the other had greatly shared their patience and

motivation, enthusiasm and immense knowledge, time and determination headed to the

finishing point of this study.

To Ms. Caren L. Villanueva, LPT, the kindest and most attentive content

adviser and subject teacher who had always been well-equipped and open to give her

constructive criticism, suggestions, and encouragement that made this study possible and

for her constant reminder on the researchers to work on their thesis and submit on time is

appreciated;

To Ms. Karla Mae Macatangay, LPT, for being there in utmost needs; for her

unending support and for letting the researcher borrow spare of her time. Her enthusiasm,

inspiration and great effort to explain things clearly and simply. And for her untiring

support and patience in editing the research;

To the members of the Board of Panelist, Ms. Kristelle Joy L. Salazar, LPT and

Mr. Jason E. Duque, LPT, their charming teachers and panelists, for their most attentive

constructive, suggestions, critiquing and moral assistance that made this study possible;

To Grade 12 – STEM 3, their deepest and sincerest gratefulness to them. The

moments you have shared through thick and thin are the best remembrances they will

forever treasure for the rest of their existence;

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 To the ever supportive and loving family, the Eslava family, special

acknowledgments is extended to them, who, forever gave their moral, spiritual, and

financial support to the researcher;

And the researchers would also like to thank their respondents who participated

and contributed as they answer the questions regarding the topic;

Lastly, to the ALMIGHTY GOD, who gives His undying blessings and guidance

to the pursuit of this study;

To all of them, with deep respect and admiration, this piece of study is heartily

and lovingly dedicated.

Nathaniel

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 ABSTRACT

NATHANIEL LAGRIMAS ESLAVA, Camiling Catholic School, Inc., A

FEASIBILITY STUDY ON UTILIZATION OF RICE STRAW, WASTE PAPER,
EGG WHITE AND PEANUT SHELLS AS ALTERNATIVE FOR MAKING
PLANTER BOX.

CONTENT ADVISER: MS CAREN L. VILLANUEVA, LPT

This study aims to determine the feasibility and a feasibility study on utilization

of rice straw, waste paper, egg white and peanut shells as alternative for making planter

box. The data was gathered with the use of survey questionnaire distributed to the 30

respondents around Mayantoc, Tarlac to evaluate and share their insights about the topic.

In addition, the researcher also used observational trials to serve as basis in achieving the

objectives of the study and used planter box to observe the process where in treatment

were used in a planter box to observe its effectiveness.

In this study, egg white were used as the main ingredient and manipulated

variable in making the planter box. The respondents evaluated only 1 treatment using a 5-

Point Rating Scale in terms of five different attributes which were science connectivity,

innovation, application, materials used and advantages. And it turns out that the

evaluation of planter box in terms of science connectivity has an overall mean score of

4.46 and has a verbal description of excellent. However, the evaluation of the planter box

in terms of advantages to the people and environment has an overall mean score of 4.62

and the verbal description is interpreted as excellent. Furthermore, the evaluation of the

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planter box in terms of innovation has an overall mean score of 4.41 and the verbal

description is interpreted as excellent. In addition, the evaluation of the planter box in

terms of application has an overall mean score of 4.48 and its verbal description is

interpreted as excellent. Moreover, the evaluation of the planter box in terms of materials

used has an overall mean score of 4.5 and has a verbal description interpreted as

excellent. To sum up, the banana vinegar fertilizer has an overall average mean

score of 4.63 and its verbal description is interpreted as excellent. This means that

the Banana Vinegar Fertilizer as an alternative organic fertilizer is feasible.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRELIMINARIES PAGE
Title i

Approval Sheet ii

Acknowledgment iii

Abstract v

Table of Contents vii

List of Table ix

List of Figures x

List of Appendices xi

INTRODUCTION 1

Background of the Study 1

Hypothesis of the Study 2

General Objectives 2

Specific Objectives 3

Significance of the Study 3

Scope and Delimitation 4

Definition of Terms 4

METHODOLOGY 7

Research Design 7

Methods of Collecting Data 7

Materials or Equipment 8

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RESULTS AND DISCUSSION 10

SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS 16

AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Summary of Findings 16

Conclusions 17

Recommendations 16

BIBLIOGRAPHY 19

APPENDICES 20

BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH 27

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Table Page
1 Summary of the Description of Banana Vinegar 10
Fertilizer as an alternative organic fertilizer for
tomato plants

1.1 Evaluation of the Respondents in Terms of 11

Science Connectivity

1.2 Evaluation of the Production in Terms of 12

Innovation

1.3 Evaluation of the Product in Terms of Application 13

1.4 Evaluation of the Respondents in terms of 14

Materials Used

1.5 Evaluation of the Respondents in terms of 14

Advantages to the People and Environment

LIST OF FIGURE

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1 Paradigm of the Study 9

LIST OF APPENDICES

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Appendix Page
A Letter for Content Adviser 20
B Letter for language Critique 21
C Letter for Statistician 22

D Letter for Respondents 23

E Sample Survey Questionnaire 24

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Chapter 1

INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study

Fertilizers can be classified into two; mineral and organic. Mineral fertilizers are

also known as chemical fertilizers since they are manufactured by the chemical fertilizer

industry. These fertilizers are mainly compose of nitrogen, phosphate and potash which

somehow differs to organic fertilizers in which all of its ingredients are all natural such as

animal manures either faeces or urine of livestock animal or animal faeces from poultry.

Other sources include plant residue or decomposed fruit as fertilizer and such that

is advisable to be used for at least once or twice a week in which the researcher came up

with an idea of using fermented banana vinegar as soil fertilizer specifically for tomato

plant. Banana vinegar contains acid and has low nitrogen content which is suitable for

tomato plant since this plant is an acid loving plant and doesn’t need too much nitrogen.

Aside from that, the acidity of the banana vinegar will enhance the iron content of the soil

resulting a healthy plant.

According to Maat Van (2015), Banana vinegar as soil fertilizer for acid loving

plants is good, it will increase acidity and enhances iron content in the soil. It will give

them the acidic soil they wanted while unlocking the nutrients in the bananas for the plant

to grow better and healthier.

Based from the study of Patricia (2018), Tomatoes prefer soil that is slightly

acidic, a pH of up to 6 to 6.8. However, they will tolerate a pH of up to 7.5 and of course

soil density and composition are also important.

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As stated by Dannielle Smyth (2020), Banana fertilizer aids in the growth of large

and healthy tomato plants. It may also keep pest away from plants, which can further

encourage health of the leaves, which in turn can contribute to the growth of larger fruit.

According to Kristi Stone (2018), Banana is one of the highest organic potassium

source and is load higher in potassium than wood ash. They do not contain nitrogen,

which makes using this fertilizer for tomatoes and peppers a perfect choice because they

both have low nitrogen need.

This study will focus on the effectiveness of banana vinegar as an alternative

organic fertilizer for tomatoes. This study will aspire to contribute to the farming industry

of tomato plant and lessen the use to fertilizers made up of chemicals. This study further

aim to cultivate the soil while protecting the environment.

Hypothesis of the Study

Fermented Musa Acuminata (lakatan) vinegar as soil fertilizer for tomato plant is

not effective and feasible.

General Objective

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This study is to determine the feasibility and the effectiveness of fermented musa

acuminata vinegar as soil fertilizer for tomato plants.

Specific Objectives

Based from the aforementioned general objective, the following specific

objectives were drawn:

1. To determine the best treatment and the effectiveness of fermented musa

acuminata vinegar as soil fertilizer for tomato plant terms of:

1.1 frequency of plant growth

1.2 fruit bearing condition

2. To describe fermented musa acuminata vinegar as soil fertilizer for tomato

plant in terms of:

2.1 science connectivity;

2.2 innovation;

2.3 advantages to the public and environment;

2.4 material used and;

2.5 application;

3. To determine if musa acuminata vinegar as soil fertilizer is not feasible and

effective

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Significance of the Study

The goal of this study is to determine if fermented musa acuminata vinegar as soil

fertilizer for tomato plant is feasible and effective. The outcome of the gathered data

seeks to be beneficial to the following people:

To the Farmers. This study might help to be your source in making alternative

soil fertilizer for your tomato plant

To the Agriculture business enterprise and General Public. This study may

help to make an affordable and alternative or substitute fertilizer that is organic and is

made up of fermented musa acuminata vinegar that is suitable for tomato.

To the Future researchers. In the near future, other researchers might also need

this research as one of their reference or as related study. It may also serve as their guide

in constructing their study.

Scope and Delimitation

The scope of this study focuses on making banana vinegar as fertilizer to be used

in tomato plant and is delimited only for the testing of growth and condition of tomato

plants in bearing fruit. This banana vinegar is only suitable as a fertilizer for tomato

plants and has not been proven and valid to be used in cooking or as cooking ingredient.

Definition of Terms

For the common understanding of this study, following terms are defined to serve

as a common frame of reference:

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Advantages. A condition or circumstance that puts one in a favourable or

superior position.

Application. The action of putting something into operation.

Effectiveness. The capability of producing a desired result or the ability to

produce desired output. When something is deemed effective, it means it has an intended

or expected outcome, or produces a deep, vivid impression.

Fermentation. The process in which a substance breaks down into a simpler

substance. Microorganism like yeast and bacteria usually play a role in the fermentation

process such as creating wine, yogurt and vinegar.

Frequency of plant growth. In this study frequency of plant growth refers to

how fast the plant grows using the said banana vinegar fertilizer.

Fruit bearing condition. In this study, fruit bearing condition refers to how the

banana vinegar fertilizer helps the plant in bearing fruits.

Innovation. Is the practical implementation of ideas that result in the introduction

of new goods or services or improvement in offering goods or services.

Materials. The matter from which a thing is or can be made.

Musa Acuminata. Is a low growing Asian banana cultivated especially in the

West Indies for its clusters of edible yellow fruit and,

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Plant growth. Defined as the increasing of plant volume and/mass with or

without formation of new structures such as organs, tissues, cells or cell organelles.

Usually associated with growth and development.

Input

Tool of Evaluation. A tool in which it critically examines a program. It involves

collecting and analyzing information about a program activity, characteristics and

outcomes. It is the process by which the respondents give points regarding different

aspects of the pellet feed.

Legend for Tool of Evaluation

Scale Range of Mean Verbal Description

5 4.51 – 5.00 Excellent

4 3.51 – 4.50 Very Good

3 2.51 – 3.50 Good

2 1.51 – 2.30 Fair

1 1.00 – 1.50 Poor

Paradigm of the Study

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Process Output

Banana
 Cleaning
ParadigmSugar
of the Study Banana Vinegar
Water  Fermentation
 Cooking

Figure 1. The IPO Model

Figure 1 shows the IPO model (Input, Process and Output). The input box

illustrates the essential equipment to construct the musa vinegar. While the process box

shows the steps on how to prepare the said vinegar fertilizer and the output box indicates

the final product which is the Fermented Musa Acuminata Vinegar Fertilizer.

Chapter 2

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METHODOLOGY

This chapter presents the methodology of the study wherein it discusses the

research design that was applied to this study and the different methods used in gathering

data. It also includes the materials, equipment, and procedure for production of the

product.

Research Design

This study will use experimental research design in which one or more subjects or

dependent variables are randomly assigned to different treatments and the results are

observe to conclude. This type of research is the most scientifically sophisticated research

method which is concerned with examination of the effect of independent variable on the

dependent variable. The independent variable is manipulated through inventions and the

effect of those inventions is observed on the dependent variable.

Methods of Collecting Data

To gather data, the researcher used observational trials to serve as basis in

achieving the objectives of the study. The researcher used tomato plants to observe the

process. Furthermore, the researcher only used seven (7) treatments in this study wherein,

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treatments one-five (1-5) are made up of the banana vinegar fertilizer and treatment six

(6) is a chemical-based commercial fertilizer. In addition treatment seven (7) is negative

control or no fertilizer used. In every treatment there is a tomato plants in plant box or

plot. Each plant box or plot are measured every week and observed everyday with proper

care. Observations are recorded through narrative writing and pictures as documentation

to gather relevant and valid data. The researcher also make use of survey questionnaire to

gather enough data to 30 respondents. The survey questionnaire are given to respondents

in Camiling, Tarlac through messenger or email address.

Materials

The following are the materials used in production of fermented banana vinegar:

 1 kg of Musa Acuminta (lakatan banana)

 1 and a half cup of sugar

TREATMENT BANANA SUGAR WATER

1 40% 30% 30%
2 60% 30% 10%
3 70% 20% 10%
4 50% 30% 20%
5 80% 10% 10%
6 chemical-based commercial fertilizer
7 negative control (no fertilizer)

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Equipment

The following are the equipment that would be needed in making banana vinegar:

 Clean plastic container or jar

 Cheesecloth

 A piece of paper (placed on lid of jar/container to protect it from dust)

Procedure

These are the following series of action that should be followed in making banana

vinegar:

1. Wash ripe banana with clean water.

2. Peel and cut into pieces

3. Pour into suitable container

4. Plug mouth of container with piece of paper to protect it from dust

5. Ferment for two to three weeks

6. Put on heat to sterilize

7. Add water and sugar

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Procedure

Please take note of the following DO’S and DON’TS that should be followed in

taking good care of tomato plants:

1. Don’t over fertilize the tomato plant, using too much banana vinegar fertilizer

will result burnt roots due to acidity. At least once or twice a week is advisable.

2. Do plant the tomato seeds dry. Some pests may feed on wet seeds, so it is

important to dry it first to avoid pest.

3. Don’t expose your tomato plants in sunlight, at least six to eight hours is enough.

4. Do water your tomato plants daily in the morning. As temperature increase, you

might need to water them twice a day. Tomato plants cannot be left unwatered

for longer than 36 hours.

5. Do not over water your tomato plants, too much water will drown the plant

Chapter 3

RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

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This chapter discusses the interpretation and the analysis of the data based on the

researchers understanding and observation of the survey that they have done with the

respondents guided by the sequence of objectives.

Table 1

Summary of the Description of u

STATEMENT MEAN VERBAL DESCRIPTION
Science connectivity 4.65 Excellent
Innovation 4.41 Excellent
Application 4.48 Excellent
Material used 4.5 Excellent
Advantages 4.4 Excellent
Overall Mean

Table 1 shows the summary of the description of the rice straw, waste paper, egg

white, and peanut shells as alternative for making planter box, this table is composed of 6

statements including the overall mean. The evaluation of rice straw, waste paper, egg

white, and peanut shells as alternative for making planter box has an overall mean score

of 4.65 in terms of science connectivity and since the verbal description is ranging from

4.51–5.00 the verbal description is interpreted as excellent. Furthermore, the evaluation

of the said planter box in terms of advantages has an overall mean score of 4.4 and the

verbal description is interpreted as very good. However, in terms of innovation it has an

overall mean score of 4.be of 4.48 and since the verbal description is ranging from 3.51-

4.50 the verbal description is interpreted as very good. Moreover, the evaluation of the

banana vinegar fertilizer in terms of materials used has an overall mean score of 4.5 and

the verbal description is interpreted as excellent. To sum up, the planter box has an

overall average mean score of 4.63 which has a verbal description of excellent.

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Table 1.1

Evaluation of the Respondents in terms of Science Connectivity

STATEMENTS MEAN VERBAL DESCRIPTION
The output shows interconnectedness to 4.65 Excellent
science and technology.
The output reflects relevant scientific 4.35 Very Good
concepts.
The output shows clear application of science 4.4 Very Good
method.
Overall Mean 4.46 Very Good

The Table 1.1 illustrated the following mean score represents the final evaluation

of the respondents in terms of science connectivity. The table shows different statement

which best describes the science connectivity of the product, in the line with the

statements are the mean score with their corresponding verbal description. The first

statement has an overall average score of 4.65 as the range mean 4.51–5.00 is equivalent

to excellent. However, the second statement has an overall average score of 4.35 and has

a corresponding verbal description that is interpreted as very good. In addition, the third

statement has an overall average score of 4.4 and its verbal description is indicated as

very good. To sum up, the overall average of the evaluation of these three statements in

terms of Science Connectivity is 4.46 and the verbal description is interpreted as very

good.

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Table 1.2

Evaluation of the Respondents in terms of Innovation

STATEMENTS MEAN VERBAL DESCRIPTION
The output demonstrates distinct 4.4 Very good
improvement compared to the product
available in the market.
The output shows innovative strategies 4.2 Very good
and process in making.
The output shows distinct ideas and 4.65 Excellent
concept for innovativeness.
Overall Mean 4.41 Very Good

Table 1.2 discusses the following mean score that represents the final evaluation

of the respondents in terms of innovation, table 1.2 is consists of three statements with

the average score and their verbal description. In first statement, the overall average

score is 4.4 as the mean is ranging from 3.51-4.50 it is interpreted as very good. The

second statement has an overall average score of 4.2 and its verbal description is

interpreted as very good. Moreover, the average mean of the third statement is 4.65 and is

interpreted as excellent in verbal description. To sum up, the average of all evaluations of

the three statement in terms of Innovation is 4.41 which is interpreted to the verbal

description as very good as the range of mean are from 3.51–4.50

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Table 1.3

Evaluation of the Respondents about the product in terms of Application

STATEMENTS MEAN VERBAL DESCRIPTION
The output shows practical application 4.4 Very good
for daily life.
The output shows efficiency and 4.35 Very good
effectiveness for its main purpose or
function.
The output demonstrates easiness on 4.7 Excellent
using or manipulating the output.
Overall Mean 4.48 very good

Table 1.3 explains the following mean score represents the final evaluation of the

respondents in terms of Application, it consists of three statement with an average score.

The first statement has an overall average score of 4.4 and the verbal description is

interpreted as very good. Then the second statement has an overall average of 4.35 and

the verbal description is interpreted as very good. And, the third statement has an overall

mean score of 4.7 and the verbal description of excellent. Furthermore, the overall

average of the evaluation of the three statements in terms of Application is 4.48 and the

verbal description is excellent as the ranges of overall mean are from 3.51–4.50.

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Table 1.4

Evaluation of the Respondents in terms of Materials Used

MEAN VERBAL
STATEMENTS
SCORE DESCRIPTION
The output used common and affordable materials. 4.55 Excellent
The output shows utilization of ecologically friendly 4.5 Very good
resources.
The output contains organic materials or recyclable 4.45 Very good
materials.
Overall Mean 4.5 Very good

Table 1.4 demonstrates the following mean score that represents the final

evaluation of the respondents in terms of materials, and this table is consists of three

statements and a mean score. The first statement has a mean score of 4.55 and the verbal

description is interpreted as excellent. The second statement has an average mean of 4.5

and the verbal description is interpreted as very good. Also, the third statement has an

average mean of 4.45 and has a verbal description that is interpreted as very good.

Moreover, the overall average of the evaluation of the three statements in terms of

Materials is 4.5 and since the average mean has an average that ranges from 3.51-4.50 the

verbal description is interpreted as very good.

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Table 1.5

Evaluation of the Respondents in terms of Advantages

STATEMENTS MEAN VERBAL DESCRIPTION
The output gives variety of benefits to the
4.55 Excellent
people.
The output shows wide range of
4.25 Very good
environmental protection and cultivation.
Overall Mean 4.4 Very good

Table 1.5 demonstrates the following mean score that represents the final

evaluation of the respondents in terms of their advantages. The table is consists of two

statements and each statement has a mean score. The first statement has a mean of 4.55

and the verbal description is interpreted as excellent. The second statement has an
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average score of 4.25 and the verbal description is interpreted as very good. Moreover,

the overall average of the evaluation of two statements in terms of their Advantages is 4.4

and since the mean score is ranging from 3.51–4.50 the verbal description is interpreted

as very good.

Chapter 4

SUMMARY OF FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

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This chapter contains the summary in the research study. This also contains the

significant finding, derived conclusion and proposed recommendations.

Summary of Findings

The goal of this project is to create a new study that will contribute to our

community and to the other field of science, technology, and engineering. A Feasible

study is a research and testing experimentation designed to determine if a strategy,

design, product or process is possible and practical. As a name suggest, a feasible

study is used to determine the viability of an idea, such as ensuring a product is

legally and technically feasible as well as economically justifiable. It tells us whether

the project is worth the investment.

The evaluation of banana vinegar fertilizer in terms of science connectivity

has an overall mean score of 4.69 and since the verbal description is ranging from

4.51–5.00 the verbal description is interpreted as excellent. However, the evaluation

of the banana vinegar in terms of advantages to the people and environment has an

overall mean score of 4.62 and the verbal description is interpreted as excellent.

Furthermore, the evaluation of the banana vinegar fertilizer in terms of innovation

has an overall mean score of 4.54 and the verbal description is interpreted as

excellent. In addition, the evaluation of the banana vinegar fertilizer in terms of

application has an overall mean score of 4.64 and its verbal description is

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interpreted as excellent. Moreover, the evaluation of the banana vinegar fertilizer in

terms of materials used has an overall mean score of 4.66 and has a verbal

description interpreted as excellent. To sum up, the banana vinegar fertilizer has an

overall average mean score of 4.63 and its verbal description is interpreted as

excellent.

Conclusion

Based from the result of the study, the following conclusions were drawn:

1. Treatment 1 has the tallest, lush and healthy plant compared to other

treatments. When it comes to fruit bearing condition, the plant has not yet bloomed which

means the plant has still no sign that it is ready to bear fruit.

2. The general description of the banana vinegar as an alternative organic

fertilizer for tomato plants in terms of science connectivity, innovation, application,

advantages to the people and environment, and materials has the verbal description of

excellent. Among the general description of the banana vinegar fertilizer, the science

connectivity got the highest mean which differ to innovation which got the lowest mean

score.

3. The banana vinegar fertilizer is feasible based on the respondent’s evaluation in

terms of feasibility of the product.

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Recommendations

In line with the results and conclusions, the following are recommended:

1. To the Farmers, pay attention and consider the outcome of this study, instead

of using chemical based fertilizer why not try this alternative organic fertilizer and start

making eco-environmental friendly products.

2. To the Agriculture business enterprise and General Public, take note of the

following instructions or course of actions indicated in this study to create their own

organic fertilizer made of organic materials. It will be echo friendly since it’s organic and

it is affordable at same time.

3. To the Future Researchers, take consideration with the results of this study as

reference. Conversely, the use of alternative materials that is cheaper must still be

efficient and operative, so that banana vinegar fertilizer could at least attain its purpose.

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BIBLIOGRAPHY

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APPENDICES

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APPENDIX A

Letter for Content Adviser

MS. CAREN L. VILLANUEVA, LPT

Faculty Member

Camiling Catholic School, Inc.

Ma’am,
I the researchers of Grade 12, STEM and currently enrolled in Camiling Catholic School,
Inc., and presently working on a feasibility study entitled “A FEASIBILITY STUDY
ON UTILIZATION OF RICE STRAW, WASTE PAPER, EGG WHITE AND

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PEANUT SHELLS AS ALTERNATIVE FOR MAKING PLANTER BOX ” in partial

fulfilment of the requirements in the Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion.

In view thereof, may I knock to your generous heart to have with me as my Content
Adviser. I believe that your knowledge, experience and expertise would have a great
impact to the success of this endeavor. I hope for your favorable action on my request.
Thank you very much and God bless!

Respectfully yours,

NATHANIEL L. ESLAVA

(Researcher)

Noted by:

MS. CAREN L. VILLANUEVA, LPT

Subject Teacher

Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion

Approved by:

MS. CAREN L. VILLANUEVA, LPT

Content Adviser

APPENDIX B

Letter for Language Critique

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MS. KARLA MAE D. MACATANGAY, LPT

SHS Teacher

Camiling Catholic School, Inc.

Ma’am,

The undersigned researcher is currently conducting a study on “A FEASIBILITY

STUDY ON UTILIZATION OF RICE STRAW, WASTE PAPER, EGG WHITE
AND PEANUT SHELLS AS ALTERNATIVE FOR MAKING PLANTER BOX ”
and to assure the quality output, it is advisable that each researcher must have a language
critique.

In view thereof, may I knock to your generous heart to have with me as my Language
Critique. I believe that your knowledge, experience and expertise would have a great
impact to the success of this endeavor.

I look forward to your favorable approval.

Thank you for being a blessing to us.

Respectfully yours,

NATHANIEL L. ESAVA

(Researcher)

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Noted by:

MS. CAREN L. VILLANUEVA, LPT

Subject Teacher

Inquiries, Investigation, and Immersion

Approved:

MS. KARLA MAE D. MACATANGAY, LPT

Language Critique

APPENDIX C

Letter for Statistician

MS. KRISTELLE JOY L. SALAZAR, LPT

Senior High School Focal Person

Camiling Catholic School, Inc.

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Madame,
I the researchers of Grade 12, STEM and currently enrolled in Camiling Catholic School,
Inc., and presently working on a feasibility study entitled “A FEASIBILITY STUDY
ON UTILIZATION OF RICE STRAW, WASTE PAPER, EGG WHITE AND
PEANUT SHELLS AS ALTERNATIVE FOR MAKING PLANTER BOX ” in partial
fulfillment of the requirements in the Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion.

In view thereof, may I knock to your generous heart to have with us as our Statistician. I
believe that your knowledge, experience and expertise would have a great impact to the
success of this endeavor. I hope for your favorable action on my request. Thank you very
much and God bless!

Respectfully yours,

NATHANIEL L. ESLAVA

(Researcher)

Noted by:

MS. CAREN L. VILLANUEVA, LPT

Subject Teacher
Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion

Approved by:

MS. KRISTELLE JOY L. SALAZAR, LPT

Statistician

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APPENDIX D

Sample Letter to the Respondents

Dear Respondent,

I the researchers of Grade 12, STEM and currently enrolled in Camiling Catholic School,
Inc., and presently working on the study entitled “A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON
UTILIZATION OF RICE STRAW, WASTE PAPER, EGG WHITE AND
PEANUT SHELLS AS ALTERNATIVE FOR MAKING PLANTER BOX ” in partial
fulfillment of the requirements in Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion.

In view thereof, I have the honor to request you to evaluate my investigatory project.

Considering that the findings may contribute to the reliability and completion of the
study. I hope for your favorable action on my request.

Rest assured that whatever information gathered will be kept confidential.

Thank you very much and God Bless!

Respectfully yours,

NATHANIEL L. ESLAVA

(Researcher)

Noted by:

MS. CAREN L. VILLANUEVA, LPT

Subject Teacher
Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion

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Approved by:

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Respondents

APPENDIX E

Sample Questionnaire

Name: (optional) __________________________________________

Good day!

This is to obtain necessary and significant data in partial fulfillment of the

requirements in Inquiries, Investigation and Immersion and Research Capstone
Considering that the findings of this study will contribute to the assessment
about the A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON UTILIZATION OF RICE STRAW,
WASTE PAPER, EGG WHITE AND PEANUT SHELLS AS
ALTERNATIVE FOR MAKING PLANTER BOX your participation is highly
appreciated, rest assured that all information gathered will be kept confidential.

General Directions. This questionnaire consist the general evaluation for the
output/product made by the researcher. Please check () the number that corresponds to
your own evaluation with the following descriptions.

Scale Verbal Description

5 Excellent
4 Very good
3 Satisfactory
2 Fair
1 Poor

SCIENCE CONNECTIVITY 5 4 3 2 1
The output shows interconnectedness
to science and technology.
The output reflects relevant scientific

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concepts.
The output shows clear
application of scientific
method

INNOVATION 5 4 3 2 1
The output demonstrates distinct
improvement compared to the product
available in the market.
The output shows innovative strategies
and processes in making.
The product shows distinct ideas and
concept for innovativeness.

APPLICATION 5 4 3 2 1
The output shows practical application
for daily life.
The output shows efficiency and
effectiveness for its main purpose or
function.
The output demonstrates easiness on
using or manipulating the output

MATERIALS USED 5 4 3 2 1
The output used common
and affordable materials.
The output shows utilization of
ecologically friendly resources.
The output contains organic materials
or recyclable materials.

ADVANTAGES 5 4 3 2 1
The output gives variety of benefits to
the people.
The output shows wide range of
environmental protection and
cultivation.

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BIOGRAPHICAL
SKETCH

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On the 21st day of October 2002, a healthy charming

baby boy was born at Poblacion Sur Mayantoc, Tarlac.

The boy was named Nathaniel by her loving parents Mr.

Alfonso C. Eslava Jr. and Mrs. Ellen L. Eslava as their

youngest son among their four boys. The family resides at

Rizal Street, Poblacion Sur Mayantoc Tarlac. During his primary days, Nathaniel was

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enrolled at Mayantoc Central Elementary School and he was then enrolled at Mayantoc

High School, Inc. to continue her Secondary Education because she believes that in that

school, she will learn more and help her to find and build himself strongly. Now, she

studies at Camiling Catholic School, Inc. to continue her Senior High School under the

Academic Track, science, technology, engineering and (STEM). He chose this strand

because he knew that he can pursue his dreams and that is to become a Engineer and she

believe that in this track, he can learn and experience more that he can use to start a

Company.

At his young age, he has a big dream and he will do his best to finish and achieve his

dream. This young and loyal boy spends his spare time, playing books, watching movies,

school work and sipping coffee to relax and to think what will be the next plan on his

life . Nathaniel can see himself in the future as a Engineer a. The researcher hopes and

aspires that one day she will fulfill all her dreams in life as she holds on to the saying,

“Beat the best version of yourself everyday”

Nathaniel Lagrimas Eslava

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Researcher

Cerene Ericka L. Andres

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