Organic Fertilizer Production Self-Check

COMPETENCY BASED LEARNING MATERIALS
Sector : AGRICULTURE AND FISHERY
Qualification Title : ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NC II
Unit of Competency : PRODUCE ORGANIC FERTILIZER
Module Title : PRODUCING ORGANIC FERTILIZER
Developed by : JOSE MARIE ELIS AMADO
Technical Education & Skills Development Authority

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CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

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Production NCII Date Revised:
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SELF-ASSESSMENT CHECK

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INSTRUCTIONS: This Self-Check Instrument will give the trainer necessary
data or information which is essential in planning training
sessions. Please check the appropriate box of your answer to
the questions below.
BASIC COMPETENCIES and LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAN I…? YES NO
1. PARTICIPATE IN WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION
L.O.1. Obtain and convey workplace information? √
L.O.2. Participate in workplace meetings and discussions? √
L.O.3. Complete relevant work related documents? √
2. WORK IN TEAM ENVIRONMENT
L.O.1. Describe team role and scope? √
L.O.2. Identify own role and responsibility within team? √
L.O.3. Work as a team member? √
3. PRACTICE CAREER PROFESSIONALISM
L.O.1. Integrate personal objectives with organizational goals? √
L.O.2. Set and meet work priorities? √
L.O.3. Maintain professional growth and development? √
4. PRACTICE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY PROCEDURES
L.O.1.Identify hazards and risks? √
L.O.2. Evaluate hazards and risks? √
L.O.3. Control hazards and risks? √
L.O.4. Maintain OHS awareness? √

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COMMON COMPETENCIES and LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAN I…? YES NO
1. APPLY SAFETY MEASURES IN FARM OPERATIONS
L.O.1. Determine areas of concern for safety measures? √
L.O.2. Apply appropriate safety measures? √
L.O.3. Safe keep/dispose tools, materials and outfit? √
2. USE FARM TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
L.O.1. Select and use farm tools? √
L.O.2. Select and operate farm equipment? √
L.O.3. Perform preventive maintenance? √
3. PERFORM ESTIMATION AND BASIC CALCULATION
L.O.1. Perform estimation? √
L.O.2. Perform basic workplace calculation? √
4. DEVELOP AND UPDATE INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
L.O.1. Seek information on the industry? √
L.O.2. Update industry knowledge? √
5. PERFORM RECORD KEEPING
L.O.1. Carry out inventory activities? √
L.O.2. Maintain production record? √
L.O.3. Prepare financial records? √

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CORE COMPETENCIES and LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAN I…? YES NO
1. RAISE ORGANIC CHICKEN
L.O.1. Select healthy stocks and suitable housing? √
L.O.2. Set-up cage equipment? √
L.O.3. Feed chicken? √
L.O.4.Grow and harvest chicken? √
2. PRODUCE ORGANIC VEGETABLES
L.O.1. Establish nursery? √
L.O.2. Plant seedlings? √
L.O.3. Perform plant care and management? √
L.O.4. Perform harvest and post-harvest activities? √
3. PRODUCE ORGANIC FERTILIZER
L.O.1.Prepare composting area and raw materials? √
L.O.2. Compost and harvest fertilizer? √
4. PRODUCE ORGANIC CONCOCTIONS AND EXTRACTS
L.O.1. Prepare for the production of various concoctions? √
L.O.2. Process concoctions? √
L.O.3. Package concoctions? √

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ELECTIVE COMPETENCIES and LEARNING OUTCOMES

CAN I…? YES NO
1. RAISE ORGANIC HOGS
L.O.1. Select healthy domestic hog breeds and suitable √
housing?
L.O.2. Feed hogs? √
L.O.3. Grow and finish hogs? √
2. RAISE ORGANIC SMALL RUMINANTS
L.O.1. Select healthy breeders and suitable cages? √
L.O.2. Feed small ruminants? √
L.O.3. Manage breeding of small ruminants? √
L.O.4. Manage does/ewes and their progenies? √
L.O.5. Grow and harvest small ruminants? √
EVIDENCES/PROOF OF CURRENT COMPETENCIES

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Form 1.2: Evidence of Current Competencies acquired
related to Job/Occupation
Current competencies
Proof/Evidence Means of validating
(BASIC)
1. PARTICIPATE IN Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript
WORKPLACE FORM 138, of Record, Authenticated
COMMUNICATION Certificate of Photocopy of Certificate
Achievement, of Achievement &
Certificate of Certificate of
Employment Employment
2. WORK IN TEAM Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript

ENVIRONMENT FORM 138 of Record, Photocopy of
Form 138
3. PRACTICE CAREER Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript

PROFESSIONALISM FORM 138, of Record, Photocopy of
Certificate of Certificate of
Achievement, Achievement & Certificate
Certificate of of Employment
Employment
4. PRACTICE Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript

OCCUPATIONAL FORM 138 of Record, Photocopy of
HEALTH AND SAFETY Form 138
PROCEDURES

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Current
competencies Proof/Evidence Means of validating
(COMMON)
APPLY SAFETY Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript of
MEASURES IN FORM 138, Certificate Record, Photocopy of
FARM OPERATIONS of Achievement, Certificate of Achievement
Certificate of & Certificate of
USE FARM TOOLS Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript of

AND EQUIPMENT FORM 138 Record, Photocopy of Form
138
PERFORM Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript of

ESTIMATION AND FORM 138, Certificate Record, Photocopy of
BASIC of Achievement, Certificate of Achievement
CALCULATION Certificate of & Certificate of
DEVELOP AND Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript of

UPDATE INDUSTRY FORM 138 Record, Photocopy of Form
KNOWLEDGE 138
PERFORM RECORD Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript of

KEEPING FORM 138, Certificate Record, Photocopy of
of Achievement, Certificate of Achievement
Certificate of & Certificate of

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Current
competencies Proof/Evidence Means of validating
(CORE)
1.RAISE Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript
ORGANIC FORM 138, Certificate of of Record
CHICKEN Achievement, Certificate of
Employment
2.PRODUCE Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript

ORGANIC FORM 138, Certificate of of Record
VEGETABLES Achievement, Certificate of
Employment

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IDENTIFYING TRAINING GAPS
Form 1.3 Summary of Current Competencies Versus Required
Competencies
BASIC COMPETENCIES
Required Units of Current Training
Competency/Learning Competencies Gaps/Requirements
Outcomes based on CBC
1. PARTICIPATE IN WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION
L.O.1. Obtain and convey L.O.1. Obtain and
workplace information convey workplace
information
L.O.2. Participate in L.O.2. Participate
workplace meetings and in workplace
discussions meetings and
discussions
L.O.3. Complete relevant L.O.3. Complete
work related documents relevant work
related documents
2. WORK IN TEAM ENVIRONMENT
L.O.1. Describe team role L.O.1. Describe
and scope team role and
scope
L.O.2. Identify own role and L.O.2. Identify own
responsibility within team role and
responsibility
within team
L.O.3. Work as a team L.O.3. Work as a
member team member
3. PRACTICE CAREER PROFESSIONALISM
L.O.1. Integrate personal L.O.1. Integrate
objectives with organizational personal objectives
goals with organizational
goals
L.O.2. Set and meet work L.O.2. Set and
priorities meet work
priorities
L.O.3. Maintain professional L.O.3. Maintain
growth and development professional
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growth and
development
4. PRACTICE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY PROCEDURES
L.O.1.Identify hazards and L.O.1. Identify
risks hazards and risks
L.O.2. Evaluate hazards and L.O.2. Evaluate
L.O.3. Control hazards and L.O.3. Control
L.O.4. Maintain OHS L.O.4. Maintain
awareness OHS awareness

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Competencies
COMMON COMPETENCIES
1. APPLY SAFETY MEASURES IN FARM OPERATIONS
L.O.1. Determine areas of L.O.1. Determine
concern for safety measures areas of concern
for safety
measures
L.O.2. Apply appropriate L.O.2. Apply
safety measures appropriate safety
measures
L.O.3. Safe keep/dispose L.O.3. Safe
tools, materials and outfit keep/dispose
tools, materials
and outfit
2. USE FARM TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
L.O.1. Select and use farm L.O.1. Select and
tools use farm tools
L.O.2. Select and operate L.O.2. Select and
farm equipment operate farm
equipment
L.O.3. Perform preventive L.O.3. Perform
maintenance preventive
maintenance
3. PERFORM ESTIMATION AND BASIC CALCULATION
L.O.1. Perform estimation L.O.1. Perform
estimation
L.O.2. Perform basic L.O.2. Perform
workplace calculation basic workplace
calculation
4. DEVELOP AND UPDATE INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
L.O.1. Seek information on L.O.1. Seek
the industry information on
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the industry
L.O.2. Update industry L.O.2. Update
knowledge industry
knowledge
5. PERFORM RECORD KEEPING
L.O.1. Carry out inventory L.O.1. Carry out
activities inventory
activities
L.O.2. Maintain production L.O.2. Maintain
record production record
L.O.3. Prepare financial L.O.3. Prepare
records financial records

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Competencies
CORE COMPETENCIES
1. RAISE ORGANIC CHICKEN
L.O.1. Select healthy stocks L.O.1. Select
and suitable housing healthy stocks
and suitable
housing
L.O.2. Set-up cage L.O.2. Set-up
equipment cage equipment
L.O.3. Feed chicken L.O.3. Feed
chicken
L.O.4. Grow and harvest L.O.4. Grow and
chicken harvest chicken
2. PRODUCE ORGANIC VEGETABLES
L.O.1. Establish nursery L.O.1. Establish
nursery
L.O.2. Plant seedlings L.O.2. Plant seedlings
L.O.3. Perform plant care L.O.3. Perform plant
and management care and management
L.O.4. Perform harvest and L.O.4. Perform harvest
post-harvest activities and post-harvest
activities
3. PRODUCE ORGANIC FERTILIZER
L.O.1. Prepare composting L.O.1. Prepare
area and raw materials composting area and
raw materials
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L.O.2. Compost and harvest L.O.2. Compost and
fertilizer harvest fertilizer
4. PRODUCE ORGANIC CONCOCTIONS AND EXTRACTS
L.O.1. Prepare for the L.O.1. Prepare for the
production of various production of various
concoctions concoctions
L.O.2. Process concoctions L.O.2. Process
concoctions
L.O.3. Package concoctions L.O.3. Package
concoctions

Competencies
ELECTIVE COMPETENCIES
Competency/Learning Competencies Gaps/Requirement
Outcomes based on CBC s
1. RAISE ORGANIC HOGS
L.O.1. Select healthy L.O.1. Select healthy
domestic hog breeds and domestic hog breeds
suitable housing and suitable housing
L.O.2. Feed hogs L.O.2. Feed hogs
L.O.3. Grow and finish L.O.3. Grow and
hogs finish hogs
chicken harvest chicken
2. RAISE ORGANIC SMALL RUMINANTS
L.O.1. Select healthy L.O.1. Select healthy
breeders and suitable breeders and
cages suitable cages
L.O.2. Feed small L.O.2. Feed small
ruminants ruminants
L.O.3. Manage breeding of L.O.3. Manage
small ruminants breeding of small
ruminants

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L.O.4. Manage does/ewes L.O.4. Manage
and their progenies does/ewes and their
progenies
small ruminants harvest small
ruminants
TRAINING NEEDS
Training Needs Module Title/Module of

Instruction
(Core Competencies/Learning
Outcomes)
L.O.2. Plant seedlings
L.O.3. Perform plant care and
PRODUCING ORGANIC
management
VEGETABLES
L.O.4. Perform harvest and post-harvest
activities
L.O.1. Prepare composting area and raw
materials PRODUCING ORGANIC
FERTILIZER
L.O.2. Compost and harvest fertilizer
L.O.1. Prepare for the production of
various concoctions PRODUCING ORGANIC
CONCOCTIONS AND
L.O.2. Process concoctions
EXTRACTS
L.O.3. Package concoctions
L.O.1. Select healthy stocks and suitable
housing
L.O.2. Set-up cage equipment RAISING ORGANIC HOGS
L.O.3. Feed chicken
L.O.4. Grow and harvest chicken
L.O.1. Select healthy breeders and RAISING ORGANIC SMALL
suitable cages RUMINANTS
L.O.2. Feed small ruminants

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L.O.3. Manage breeding of small
ruminants
L.O.4. Manage does/ewes and their
progenies
L.O.5. Grow and harvest small
ruminants
MODULE OF INSTRUCTION
UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PRODUCE ORGANIC FERTILIZER
MODULE TITLE : PRODUCING ORGANIC FERTILIZER
MODULE DESCRIPTOR : This module covers the knowledge, skills and

attitude to produce organic fertilizers which
include tasks such as preparing composting
area and raw materials and carrying-out
composting activities and finally, harvesting of
fertilizer.
NOMINAL DURATION : 18 Hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module, the trainees/ students should be able to:
LO1. Prepare composting area and raw materials

LO2. Compost and harvest fertilizer

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ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1.1 Site is selected based on compost fertilizer production requirements and

1.2 Site lay-out is prepared based on location.
1.3 Bed is prepared in accordance with production requirements
1.4 Materials are gather based on production requirements and PNS for
organic fertilizer
1.5 Prepare raw materials following enterprise procedure and PNS for organic
fertilizer
2.1 Appropriate composting methods are applied based on production
requirements
2.2 Compost is monitored based PNS indicators of fully decomposed fertilizer
2.3 Quality of harvest is checked based on PNS indicators of fully decomposed
fertilizer
2.4 Processing of compost fertilizer are carried- out based on production
requirement.
2.5 Record keeping is performed according to enterprise procedure
CONTENTS:
LO1. Site selection on compost fertilizer production
Preparation of raw materials
CONDITIONS:
Students/trainees must be provided with the following:
 Equipment/tools/instruments:
Spade Booth/temporary shed
Spading Fork Shredder
Hoe Carbonizer
Weighing Scale Moisture meter
Measuring cup Soil Thermometer
Sprinkler Fire extinguisher
Carpentry tools Wheel barrow
Rake Cart
Knapsack Sprayer Portable Soil Analyzer Kit
Plastic Cup PH meter
Waste can/bag Vermitea aerator
 Supplies/materials:
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Basal Organic Fertilizer Carbonized Rice Hull
Foliar Organic Fertilizer Concoctions
Seedling Tray, plastic Seedling tray,wooden
Plastic twine Bamboo poles
Assorted Vegetable Seedlings Water container
First Aid Kit Apron
Rags Stones (weights) ½ kilos
Strainer, Nylon Screen, fine mesh Sacks
 Instructional materials
-reference book
- CBLM/Modules
- Computer Desktop/Laptop
-CD’s DVD’s
 METHODOLOGIES:
-Self-paced
-Modularized
-Individualized –Blended
-Demonstration
 ASSESSMENT METHODS:
-Written/oral examinations
-Demonstration with oral Questioning
1.1 Site is selected based on compost fertilizer production requirements and

1.4 Materials are gather based on production requirements and PNS for
organic fertilizer
1.5 Prepare raw materials following enterprise procedure and PNS for organic
fertilizer
requirements
2.2 Compost is monitored based PNS indicators of fully decomposed fertilizer
2.3 Quality of harvest is checked based on PNS indicators of fully decomposed
fertilizer
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2.4 Processing of compost fertilizer are carried- out based on production
requirement.
2.5 Record keeping is performed according to enterprise procedure
CONTENTS:
LO2. Methods in Composting
Post-harvest
CONDITIONS:
Students/trainees must be provided with the following:
 Equipment/tools/instruments:
Spade Booth/temporary shed
Spading Fork Shredder
Hoe Carbonizer
Weighing Scale Moisture meter
Measuring cup Soil Thermometer
Sprinkler Fire extinguisher
Carpentry tools Wheel barrow
Rake Cart
Knapsack sprayer Portable Soil analyzer kit
Plastic cup PH meter
Waste can/bag Vermitea aerator
 Supplies/materials:
Basal Organic Fertilizer Carbonized Rice Hull

Foliar Organic Fertilizer Concoctions
Seedling Tray, plastic Seedling tray,wooden
Plastic twine Bamboo poles
Assorted Vegetable Seedlings Water container
First Aid Kit Apron
Rags Stones (weights) ½ kilos
Strainer, Nylon Screen, fine mesh Sacks
 Instructional materials
- Reference book
- CBLM/Modules
- Computer Desktop/Laptop
- CD’s DVD’S
 METHODOLOGIES:
- Self-paced
-Modularized
-Individualized –Blended
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-Demonstration
 ASSESSMENT METHODS:
-Written/oral examinations
-Demonstration with oral Questioning

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SESSION PLAN
Sector : Agriculture and Fishery Sector
Qualification Title : Organic Agriculture Production NCII
Unit of Competency : Produce Organic Fertilizer
Module Title : Producing Organic Fertilizer
Learning Outcomes:
A. INTRODUCTION:
This session covers the knowledge, skills and attitude required to produce organic fertilizers which include tasks such as
preparing composting area and raw materials and carrying-out composting activities and finally, harvesting of fertilizer.
B. LEARNING ACTIVITIES
LO 1: Prepare composting area and raw materials
Learning Content Methods Presentation Practice Feedback Resources Time

Site selection for Compost Self- Information sheet 3.1-1 Answering Comparin CBLM 1
fertilizer paced/modulariz Site selection for compost self-check g the hour
ed/Individualize fertilizer 3.1-1 answer to
d the
answer
key 3,1-1
Blended Information sheet 3.1-1 Answer Self- Auto- E-media 1
Power point presentation check 3.1-1 feedback hour
about
Site selection for compost
fertilizer
Demonstration Task sheet 3.1-1 (Part 1) Perform Evaluating CBLM 2

Select site for composting task sheet performan hour
area 3.1-1 ce using s
performan
Task sheet 3.1-1 (Part 2) ce criteria
Prepare Site lay-out and check list
bed
Preparation of raw Self- Information sheet 3.1-2 Answering Compare CBLM 1

materials for compost paced/modulariz Preparation of raw self-check the hour
fertilizer ed/individualize materials for compost 3.1-2 answer to
d fertilizer the
answer
keys 3.1-2
Blended Information sheet 3.1-2 Answer self- Auto- E-media 1

Video presentation for check 3.1-2 feedback hour
Preparation of raw
materials
Demonstration Task sheet 3.1-2 Perform Compare CBLM 2
Prepare raw materials for task sheet performan hour
compost fertilizer 3.1-2 ce using s
performan
ce criteria
check list
LO 2: Compost and harvest fertilizer

Methods in Composting Self- Information 3.2-1 Answer self- Compare CBLM 1
Fertilizer paced/modulariz Read the proper check 3.2-1 the answer hour
ed/individualized application of to the
composting method in answer
production requirement keys 3.2-1
Blended Information 3.2-1 Answering Auto- Electronic 1

Video presentation on self-check feedback media hour
composting process 3.2-1
dealing with composting
method
Demonstration Job sheet 3.2-1 (Part1) Perform Evaluating CBLM 3

Compost fertilizer task sheet performan Hour
3.2-1 ce using s
Task sheet 3.2-1 (Part 2) performan
Monitor composed ce criteria
fertilizer check list
Job Sheet 3.2-1 (Part 3)

Harvest compost
fertilizer
Post-harvest Self- Information sheet 3.2-2 Answer self- Compare CBLM 1
paced/modulariz Process compost check 3.2-2 answers to hour
ed/individualized fertilizer answer
keys 3.2-2
Blended Information sheet 3.2-2 Answer self- Auto- Electronic 1

Video presentation on check 3.2-2 feedback media hour
process compost
fertilizer
Demonstration Job sheet 3.2-2 Process Perform Evaluating CBLM 3

Compost Fertilizer Task sheet performan Hour
(Part 1) 3.2-2 ce using s
performan
ce criteria
Task sheet 3.2-2 Record check list
Post-harvest (Part 2)
C. ASSESSMENT PLAN
• Written Test
 Performance Test
D. TEACHER’S SELF-REFLECTION OF THE SESSION
After the session, learners will be able to apply the knowledge, attitude and skills in a real- world task.
HOW TO USE THIS COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING
MATERIAL
Welcome to the module Produce Organic Fertilizer. This module

contains training materials for and activities for you to complete.
The unit of competency “Produce Organic Fertilizer” contained the
knowledge and skills and attitudes required for Organic Agriculture
Production. It is one of the specialized modules at National Certificate Level
II (NC II).
You are required to do through a series of learning activities in order
to complete each learning outcomes of the module. In each learning outcome
there are Instruction Sheets to help you better understand the required
activities. Follow these activities on your own and answer the self-check at
the end of each learning outcome. You may remove a blank answer sheet at
the end of each module to write your answers for each self-check. If you
have questions, don’t hesitate to ask your facilitator for assistance.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may already have some or most of the knowledge and skills
covered in this learners guide because you have:
 Been working for some time

 Already completed training in this area
If you can demonstrate to your trainer that you are competent in a
particular outcome, you don’t have to do the same training again. Talk to
your trainer about having them formally recognized. If you have a
qualification or certificate of competence from previous training, show it to
your trainer. If the skills you acquired are still current and relevant to the
unit/s of competency they may become part of evidence you can present to
RPL. If you are not sure about the currency of your skills discuss this with
your trainer.
After completing this module ask your trainer to assess your
competency. Result of your assessment will be recorded in your competency
profile. All the learning activities are designed for you to complete at your
own pace.

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Program/Course : Organic Agriculture Production NCII
Unit of Competency: Produce Organic Fertilizer
Module : Producing Organic Fertilizer
INTRODUCTION
This course is designed to enhance the knowledge, desirable
Skills and attitudes of Organic Agriculture Production NC II in accordance
with industry standards. It covers core competencies such as: raise organic
chicken, produce organic vegetable, produce organic fertilizer and produce
organic concoctions and extracts. It also has two (2) elective competencies:
raise organic hogs and raise organic small ruminants.
In this module covers the knowledge, skills and attitude
required
to produce organic fertilizers which include tasks such as preparing
composting area, raw materials and carrying out composting activities and
finally, harvesting fertilizer.
After doing the learning activities in this module you will be assessed
by your instructor to evaluate knowledge and skills acquired.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Prepare composting area and raw materials
2. Compost and harvest fertilizer
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
All standard of performance for providing care and support to
infants and toddlers is in accordance with company or establishment
standard operating procedure required by Health, Social, and other
Community Development Services Sector to provide a high quality service.
1. PREPARE COMPOSTING AREA AND RAW MATERIALS

1.1 Site is selected based on compost fertilizer production
requirements and
1.4 Materials are gather based on production requirements and PNS
for organic fertilizer
1.5 Prepare raw materials following enterprise

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2. COMPOST AND HARVEST FERTILIZER
requirements
2.2 Compost is monitored based PNS indicators of fully decomposed
fertilizer
2.3 Quality of harvest is checked based on PNS indicators of fully
decomposed fertilizer
2.4 Processing of compost fertilizer are carried- out based on
production requirement

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ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NCII
COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING MATERIALS
List of Competencies
No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code
AGR612301
Raise Organic Chicken Raising Organic chicken
1.
Produce Organic Producing Organic

Vegetable Vegetable AGR611306
2.
Produce Organic Producing Organic

AGR611301
3. Fertilizer Fertilizer
Produce various Producing various
AGR611302
4. concoctions concoctions
AGR612302
Raise Organic Hogs Raising Organic Hogs
5.
Raise Organic Small Raising Organic Small

AGR612303
6. Ruminants Ruminants

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MODULE CONTENT
UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PRODUCE ORGANIC FERTILIZER
MODULE TITLE : PRODUCING ORGANIC FERTILIZER
MODULE DESCRIPTOR : This module covers the knowledge, skills

and attitudes required to produce organic fertilizers
which include tasks such as preparing composting
activities and finally, harvesting of fertilizer.
NOMINAL DURATION : 18 hours
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this module you MUST be able to:
1. Prepare composting area and raw materials
2. Compost and harvest fertilizer
1. Site is selected based on compost fertilizer production requirements
and
2. Site lay-out is prepared based on location
3. Bed is prepared in accordance with production requirements
4. Materials are gather based on production requirements and PNS for
organic fertilize
5. Prepare raw materials following enterprise procedure and PNS for
organic fertilizer
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MATERIALS
Contents:
1. Site is selected based on compost fertilizer production requirements and

2. Site lay-out is prepared based on location
3. Bed is prepared in accordance with production requirements
4. Materials are gather based on production requirements and PNS for
organic fertilizer
5. Prepare raw materials following enterprise procedure and PNS for
organic fertilizer
Assessment Criteria
Task sheet
Work sheet
Conditions
The participants will have access to:
WORKPLACE LOCATION:
Farm laboratory room
TOOLS, ACCESSORIES, AND SUPPLIES:

Laptop, LCD projector, audio speaker
TRAINING MATERIALS:
 Crop residue
 Animal manure
 Leguminous plants
 Kitchen waste
 Gloves
 Rubber boots
 Hat
 Spading fork
 Hoe
 Rake
 Shovel
 Sprinkler
Assessment Method:
 Practical demonstration with oral questioning
 Interview
 Written Test
Learning Experiences
Learning Outcome: 1
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Learning Activities Special Instructions
Read Information sheet 3.1-1 Read and understand the

information sheet and check
yourself by answering the Self
Check. You must answer all
questions correctly before
proceeding in the next activity
Perform Task Sheet 3.1-1 Task sheet will help you

practice your skills.
The Performance Criteria Checklist
will guide and help you evaluate
your work as you practicing your
skills.
Evaluate your own work

using the Performance Criteria
Checklist. When you are ready
present your work to your trainer
for final evaluation and recording
Read and understand the

Read Information sheet 3.1-2 information sheet and check
yourself by answering the Self
Check. You must answer all
questions correctly before
proceeding in the next activity
Task sheet will help you

practice your skills.
Perform Task Sheet 3.1-2 The Performance Criteria Checklist
will guide and help you evaluate
your work as you practicing your
skills.
Evaluate your own work

using the Performance Criteria
Checklist. When you are ready
present your work to your trainer
for final evaluation and recording

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INFORMATION SHEET 3.1-1
SITE SELECTION FOR COMPOST FERTILIZER
Learning Objectives:

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After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
1. Define Organic Fertilizer
2. Determine the characteristics of a good composting site.
3. List down the different Organic Fertilizer
4. Distinguish the advantages of Organic Fertilizer over Chemical-
based
fertilizer
INTRODUCTION
Organic Fertilizer refers to a
materials indigenously from plants and
animals added to soil for plant growth. Any
fertilizer product of plant and/or animal
origin like animal manures, green
manures, compost that has undergone
decomposition through biological, chemical
and or any process as long as the original
materials are no longer recognizable, soil-
like in texture and free from plant or
animal pathogens.
ADVANTAGES OF ORGANIC FERTILIZER OVER A CHEMICAL-BASED

FERTILIZER
PROPERTIES OF SOIL ORGANIC CHEMICAL-BASED

FERTILIZER FERTILIZER
Improves structure (by Destroy soil structure
adjusting the
PHYSICAL PROPERTY arrangement of soil
particles
Soil becomes porous Soil become compact
and hard due fillers
present in the
materials
Adds organic macro No organic matter
and micro nutrients addition
Provides both macro Contains 1-4 elements
CHEMICAL and micro nutrients and mostly
PROPERTY macronutrients only
Improves soil pH Contributes to acidity
of the soil
Lowers toxicity level Can have chemical
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micronutrients residue that is toxic to
the soil
BIOLOGICAL Increase population Kill most of beneficial
PROPERTY density of beneficial microorganism in the
microorganism soil
Important Elements Present in an Organic Fertilizer

 Macro-Elements
 Primary Macro-Nutrients NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorus,
Potassium)
 Secondary Macro-Nutrients – Calcium, Magnesium, Sulfur
 Micro-Elements
 Manganese
 Aluminum
 Copper
 Molybdenum
 Zinc
 Iron
 Boron
Organically derived materials available to
industry such as sewage sludge may not be
acceptable components of organic farming
and gardening, because of factors ranging
from residual contaminants to public
perception. On the other hand, marketed
"organic fertilizers" may include, and
promote, processed organics because the
materials have consumer appeal. No matter
the definition nor composition, most of these
products contain less-concentrated nutrients,
and the nutrients are not as easily quantified.
They can offer soil-building advantages as well as be appealing to those who
are trying to farm / garden more "naturally".
ORGANIC FERTILIZERS

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Carbonized Rice hull
 Carbonized Rice hull (CRH) is

made from incomplete or partial
burning of rice hull.
 It is porous bulky with uniform
intact black particles.
 It contains phosphorous (P),
Potassium (K), calcium (Ca),
magnesium (Mg), and
micronutrients vital to growing
crops.
 Because it is sterilized, it is free
from disease organism
Mud balls
 Can be used for waste water

treatment especially for the sludge
treatment
Bokashi
 Mainly used for agriculture as

organic fertilizer
 Easily produced on a large scale
compared to the anaerobic type
Vermicast/Vermicompost
 Relies on hungry worms to break

down farm waste into a very
nutrient rich fertilizer for plant
 Casting often called “Black Gold”
looks like dark, rich coffee grounds
 AUXIN- naturally occurring growth
hormone is present in the casting
 Vermi castings contain more

nutrients than conventional
compost
 Sanitary and odorless if done
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proper
Compost
 Is a mixture of ingredients used to

fertilize and improve the soil. It is
commonly prepared by
decomposing plant and food waste
and recycling organic materials.
Composting
 Is a natural Process of recycling organic matters, such as leaves and

food scraps, into a valuable fertilizer that can enrich soil and plants.
Composting is a straight forward process that can be accomplished by
anyone with small patch of outdoor space. Composting allows divert
your kitchen scraps and yard waste from landfill, instead of turning
them into a rich soil amendment.
Benefits of Composting
 Supports healthy soil structure and plant growth

 Eliminates the need of chemical based fertilizers by serving as a home
made organic fertilizer
 Improve soil structure through the addition of carbon and provide
plants nutrients
 Enriches soil, helping retain moisture and suppress plant diseases
and pests
 Encourages the production of beneficial bacteria and fungi that break
down organic matter to create humus
How to make Compost Fertilizer?
Materials:
 Crop residue
 Animal manure
 Leguminous plant
 Kitchen waste
1. Choose a site for your compost. You should consider choosing an area
with minimum sunlight, Area with minimum contamination,
Availability of water supply, Proximity to the source of raw materials,
Accessibility of the composting site and a good drainage system

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2. Determine recommended size for compost. 2m length x 1.5m width
and 60 cm height
3. Add your compost raw materials in layers. Pile Kitchen waste, Crop
residue and leguminous plants
4. Incorporate manure as a source of nitrogen so your compost could be
activated and the composting process could be sped up
5. Keep your pile moist, make sure keep the compost pile moist. Do
some occasional watering
6. Turn your compost pile. Give your compost pile a turn every few
weeks using a pitchfork. Doing so generates oxygen into your compost
pile, which can aid in aerating your compost and increasing the
composting process.
Characteristic of a good composting site
 Good drainage system

 Availability of water supply
 Proximity to the source of raw materials
 Accessibility of the composting site
 Area of minimum contamination
 Area with minimum sunlight
SELF-CHECK 3.1-1
NAME: ___________________________ DATE: __________
(Multiple choice & Enumeration) : Encircle the letter of the correct

answer. NO ERASURES.

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1. It refers to materials indigenously from plants and animals added to soil
for plant growth
a. Organic Fertilizer
b. Chemical based Fertilizer
c. Soil
d. Plants
2. What is composting?
a. Artificial substance containing chemical elements that improve growth

and productiveness of plants
b. Capability of the soil to supply the nutrients in the right amounts and
proportions
c. Is a natural process of recycling organic matters, such as leaves and food
scraps, into valuable fertilizer that can enrich soil and plants
d. A chemical based fertilizer
3. Recommended size in making Compost Fertilizer
a. 3m x 1.5m
b. 1.5m x 1.5m
c. 2m x 1.5m
d. 1m x 20m
4-7 Enumerate the characteristics of composting site (4pts).

8-10 Give example of Organic Fertilizers
ANSWER KEY 3.1-1
1. A
2. C
3. C
4. Good drainage system
5. Proximity to the source of raw materials
6. Accessibility of the composting site
7. Area of minimum contamination
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8. Carbonized rice hull
9. Bokashi
10. Vermicast/Vermicompost
TASK SHEET 3.1-1
Title: SELECT SITE FOR COMPOST FERTILIZER
Performance Objective: Given the materials, identify tools and

equipment needed in the Site selection for
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compost fertilizer.
1. Identify the different characteristics in selecting site for compost fertilizer
3. Prepare the different materials in making compost fertilizer
2. Perform the proper selection of site in composting
Supplies/Materials:
 Gloves
 Rubber boots
 Hat
 Shovel
 Rake
 Bolo
 Shredder
 Shovel
 Sprinkler
Equipment: Wheelbarrow
Time Duration: 1 hour

Steps/Procedure:
1. Observe Occupational health safety and procedures
2. Wear Personal protective equipment properly
Selecting site of compost fertilizer must be:
 Good drainage system
 Availability of water supply
 Proximity to the source of raw materials
 Accessibility of composting site
 Area with minimum contamination
 Area with minimum sunlight
Assessment Method:: Evaluate performance using performance criteria
and oral questioning
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CHECKLIST 3.1-1

CRITERIA
YES NO
Did you….
 Select a site that have:
1. Good drainage System
2. Availability of water supply
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3. Proximity to the source of raw materials
4. Accessibility of composting site
5. Area of minimum contamination
6. Area with minimum sunlight
TASK SHEET 3.1-1

Title: PREPARE SITE LAY-OUT AND BED

equipment needed in the site lay-out and bed
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preparation
1. Determine the proper site lay-out and bed preparation in composting
2. List down the different tools, materials and equipment in site lay-out
and bed preparation
3. Perform the proper lay-out and bed preparation in composting
Supplies/Materials :
 Gloves
 Rubber boots
 Hat
 Shovel
 Rake
 Bolo
 Shredder
 Shovel
 Sprinkler
Steps/Procedure:
2. Prepare tools and equipment in making compost bed
4. Select a good composting site
6. Determine recommended size for compost bed (2m length x 1.5m
width and 60cm height)


CRITERIA
YES NO
Did you….
1. Select a good composting site
2. Prepare tools and equipment in making compost

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bed
3. Measure recommended size for compost bed. 2m

length x 1.5m width and 60cm height
INFORMATION SHEET 3.2-1
‘’PREPARATION OF RAW MATERIALS’’
Learning Objectives:

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After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
1. List down Personal Protective Equipment used in making Compost

Fertilizer
2. Enumerate different raw materials in making compost fertilizer
3. Familiarize the proper selection of raw materials
INTRODUCTION
Preparing raw materials, tools and equipment must be in

accordance with enterprise procedure and PNS for Organic Fertilizer.
1. Use of PPE Or Personal Protective Equipment

2. Use and proper handling of appropriate tools, equipment and raw
materials; and
3. Application of 5s of housekeeping
Unnecessary accident caused by hazardous activity in relation to

preparation of compost fertilizer may lessen if not totally eliminated through
the proper use of PPE.
Common Personal Protective Equipment
1. Gloves
2. Rubber boots
3. Mask
Basic raw materials for Composting
 Crop residue
 Animal manure
 Leguminous plant
 Kitchen waste
Selection for raw materials

Consider the sources of materials:
 Market waste/ Farm waste/ Kitchen waste

 Livestock manure/ Leguminous plants
 Identify materials rich in nitrogen
 Identify Materials rich in carbon:
 Size and kind of materials:
 Small material sizes are more favorable. Shredded materials
decompose more easily.
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 Easily composted materials like banana leaves, stalks and fruit
peelings
 Materials readily available in forms (decomposed kitchen waste,
Kitchen garbage, cow and carabao manure, paper shreds and other
biodegradable materials.
WHAT COMPOST ORGANISMS NEED
1. A balance diet of compost materials

 “Browns” are compost materials that are brown and dry.
 “Browns” are high in carbon, which is energy food for microbes
 “Greens” are compost materials that are green and moist
 “Greens” are high in nitrogen, which microbes need to make
proteins
2. Just the right amount of air and water

- If there’s the right amount of oxygen and moisture, microbes can
rapidly grow and multiply. Too much or too little water, and microbes will
die
3. Organic materials will eventually decay, even in a cold compost pile. But
the decay process is speeded up in a hot compost pile. When bacteria and
fungi grow rapidly, they burn a lot of food, and give off a lot of heat. If the
compost pile is big enough, the heat will build up inside the pile. Bacteria
that grow well at high temperatures take over and speed up the decay
process.
Carbon Source Nitrogen Source

Grass Kakawate leaves
Rice Straw Ipil-ipil leaves
Corn stover Mongo
Wood Kudzu
Saw dust Wild Sunflower
Coco dust Katuray leaves
Coco coir Azolla
Paper Peanut
Cane top Animal manure
Carbon to Nitrogen Ratio
 Decomposition of organic materials in your compost pile is greatly

increased when you create the proper balance between the
carbonaceous materials and the nitrogen-rich materials
 Organic matter are carbon based material and it needs nitrogen to
heat up the carbon. Optimum ratio is 75:25 to facilitate a good

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decomposition. The nitrogen will heat up the carbon materials
which activates the microbes to decompose the materials
 Too much nitrogen will produce excess ammonia resulting to
ammonia poisoning. Lesser nitrogen will not produce heat and the
compost will take longer to decompose
75 carbon : 25 nitrogen / 3 sacks carbon : 1 sack nitrogen
Unwanted materials in the pile
 Meat scraps- these can attract unwanted animal visitors and create
unpleasant odors. Rotten meat may produce bacteria that can pose
health hazard.
 Fats, oils and grease-large amounts of these will give your microbes
indigestion slowing down composting process. It also attracts
unwanted pests.
 Dropping from caged birds- Birds droppings may contain dangerous
disease pathogens.
 Droppings from dogs, cats, and other carnivores
 Human waste: The potential fort spreading diseases. Unsanitary
 Diseased plants: disease could spread later when compost is applied
to the plants.
SELF-CHECK 3.2-1
NAME: ___________________________ DATE:_________

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Write True if the statement is correct and False if the statement is
wrong . NO ERASURES.
______________1. Proper use of Personal Protective Equipment is necessary to

avoid accident
______________2. Crop residue, Animal manure, Leguminous plants and
kitchen waste are the basic raw materials in making Compost Fertilizer
______________3. All animal manure can be used in making Compost
Fertilizer
______________4. Carbon source are: grass, rice straw, corn stover
______________5. Nitrogen Source are: Kakawate leaves, Ipil-ipil leaves,
Mongo, Kudzu
ANSWER KEY 3.2-1

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1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. TRUE
TASK SHEET 3.2-1

Title: PREPARATION OF RAW MATERIALS
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equipment needed in preparation of raw
materials
1. Determine the different raw materials in composting
2. Identify the tools and equipment in the preparation of raw materials
3. Perform the preparation of raw materials in composting
Supplies/Materials :
 Crop residue
 Animal manure
 Kitchen waste
 Gloves
 Rubber boots
 Hat
 Shovel
 Rake
 Bolo
 Shredder
 Shovel
 Sprinkler
Steps/Procedure:
4. Gather relevant tools and materials
5. Prepare the materials needed in making Compost Fertilizer
 Crop residue
 Animal manure
 Leguminous plants
 Kitchen waste

CRITERIA
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Did you…. YES NO
1. Gather relevant tools and materials
2. Prepare the materials needed in making Compost
Fertilizer
 Crop residue
 Animal manure
 Leguminous plants
 Kitchen waste

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EVIDENCE PLAN
Competency ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NC II

Standards:
Unit of Competency PRODUCE ORGANIC FERTILIZER
Ways in which evidence will be collected:
Demonstration with
Written Test
Questioning
Portfolio
The evidence must show that the candidate…
1. Select site based on compost fertilizer production
 
requirements and
2. Site lay-out is prepared based on location  
3. Prepare bed in accordance with production
 
requirements
4. Gather materials based on production
 
requirements and PNS for organic fertilizer
5. Prepare raw materials following enterprise
 
procedure and PNS for organic fertilizer
NOTE: *Critical Aspects of Competency
Prepared by: Date:
Checked by: Date:

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DEMONSTRATION WITH QUESTIONING
Candidate name: Angelica Gonzales

Assessor name: Jose Marie Elis Amado
Project-Based PRODUCE ORGANIC FERTILIZER
Assessment:
Qualification: ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NC II

Date of assessment:
Time of assessment: 8:00 am
Instructions for demonstration:
Given the necessary materials, tools and equipment, the candidate must be
able to compost fertilizer
Materials and equipment

Crop residue, Animal manure, Leguminous plants, Kitchen waste
OBSERVATION  to show if evidence is
demonstrated
During the demonstration of skills, did the
Yes No N/A
candidate:
Select site based on compost fertilizer
  
production requirements and
Site lay-out is prepared based on location   
Prepare bed in accordance with production
  
requirements
Gather materials based on production
  
requirements and PNS for organic fertilizer
Prepare raw materials following enterprise
  
procedure and PNS for organic fertilizer
The candidate’s demonstration was:
Satisfactory  Not Satisfactory 

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DEMONSTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
For the Trainee:
Given the necessary supplies and materials & tools you are required
to Compost Fertilizer.
TIME DURATION: 3 hours
The following tasks should be accomplished:
 Before starting the task, identify important safety practices to be

observed
 Prepare and identify tools, materials and equipment needed in making
Compost Fertilizer (Crop residue, Animal manure, Leguminous plants,
Kitchen waste, PPE, Wheel barrow, Hoe, Rake, Shovel, Sprinkler, Bolo,
Shredder)
 Determine recommended size for compost 2m length x 1.5m width
and 60 cm height.
 Add your compost raw materials in layers. Pile kitchen waste, Crop
residue, and leguminous plants
 Incorporate manure as a source of nitrogen so your compost could be
activated and the composting process could sped up
For the Trainer:
 The institutional assessment will cover the learning outcome:

Prepare Composting Area and raw materials
 The assessment method is based on the evidence plan and this

include
 Demonstration with questioning
 The trainer will give feedback at the end of the assessment. The
feedback shall indicate:
COMPETENT
NOT YET COMPETENT

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PERFORMANCE TEST
Specific Instruction for the Candidate:
Qualification ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NC

II
Unit of Competency PRODUCE ORGANIC FERTILIZER
General Instruction:
Given the necessary tools, equipment, you are required to prepare the raw
materials in making compost fertilizer in accordance with enterprise
procedure. (Allotted time 3 hours )
Crop residue, Animal manure, Leguminous plants, Kitchen waste, PPE,

Wheel barrow, Hoe, Rake, Shovel, Sprinkler
Specific Instruction:
a. Observe the Occupational Health and Safety procedures first.

b. Gather the relevant tools and materials.
c. Determine recommended size for compost 2m length x 1.5m width and
60 cm height.
d. Pile the raw materials in Compost bed
e. Add your compost raw materials in layers. Pile kitchen waste, Crop
residue, and leguminous plants
f. Incorporate manure as a source of nitrogen so your compost could be
activated and the composting process could sped up.

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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CHECKLIST
CRITERIA
YES NO
Did you….
1. Observe the Occupational Health and Safety
procedures first
2. Gather the relevant tools and materials

3. Determine recommended size for compost 2m
length x 1.5m width and 60 cm height
4. Pile the raw materials in Compost bed
5. Add your compost raw materials in layers. Pile

kitchen waste, Crop residue, and leguminous
plants
6. Incorporate manure as a source of nitrogen so
your compost could be activated and the
composting process could sped up

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LIST OF EQUIPMENT, TOOLS AND MATERIALS
EQUIPMENT
QTY DESCRIPTION
1 Booth/temporary shed
1 Shredder
1 Carbonizer
1 Moisture meter
1 Soil Thermometer
1 Fire Extinguisher
1 Wheel barrow
1 Cart
1 Portable Soil Analyzer Kit
1 PH meter
3 Vermitea aerator, 60 liters capacity, each
SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS
QTY DESCRIPTION
5 Basal Organic Fertilizer
5 Foliar Organic Fertilizer
6 Seedling Tray, plastic
2 Plastic twine
10 Assorted Vegetable Seedlings
1 First Aid Kit
10 Rags
5 Strainer, Nylon Screen, fine mesh
5 Carbonized Rice Hull
6 Various Concoctions/Extracts
6 Seedling tray, wooden
10 Bamboo poles
1 Water Container Drum
15 Apron
10 Stone (weights) ½ kilos
10 Sacks
TOOLS
QTY DESCRIPTION
5 Spade
5 Spading Fork
2 Hoe
5 Shovel
2 Weighing scale, 2 kilos capacity (1); 25 kilos capacity
3 Measuring cup; 1 liter capacity
5 Sprinklers, 5 liters
1 Carpentry tools
5 Rake

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5 Knapsack sprayer
5 Plastic cup, 1 liter capacity
3 Waste cans/bag

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WRITTEN EXAMINATION
NAME: ___________________________ DATE: __________

Multiple choice Encircle the letter of the correct answer. NO ERASURES.
1. Which of the following best explained the meaning of Organic fertilizer?

a. Materials indigenously from c. Artificial substance containing
plants and animals added to soil for chemical elements that improve
plant growth growth and productiveness of plants
b. Is a chemical based Fertilizer d. Capability of the soil to supply
the nutrients in the right amount
and proportion
2. What is compost?
a. Is a mixture of ingredients c. Deals with study of nature and
used to fertilize and improve the soil control of plant diseases
b. Artificial substance containing d. Is made from incomplete or
chemical elements that improve partial burning of rice hull
growth and productiveness of plants
3. Recommended size in making Compost Fertilizer
a. 3m x 1.5m c. 2m x 1.5m
b. 1.5m x 1.5m d. 1m x 20m
4. Which of the following are rich in nitrogen?
a. Cow manure c. Chicken dung
b. Decomposed Kakawate d. all of the above
5. Pedro decided that he is going to practice composting in his farm. What
should he do first?
a. Site selection c. Gathering of raw materials
b. Harvesting d. Planning
6. If Christine will make fertilizer. What should she wear to protect
herself?
a. Gloves c. Hat
b. Boots d. All of the above
7. Therese apply the fertilizer directly in the leaves of the plants. What
fertilizer application method did she use?
a. spraying c. side dressing
b. foliar d. top dressing
8. Aileen place the fertilizer along the base of the plant. What fertilizer
application method did she use?
a. Side dressing c. Broadcast
b. Top dressing d. Band Application
9. Sam wants to add rich in nitrogen materials in her compost. What
material should she use?
a. Cow manure c. Chicken dung
b. Decomposed kakawate d. All of the above
10. The following are all practice to preserve a good quality vermicast
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EXCEPT.
a. Stored in a cool and dry place c. Exposed to direct sunlight
b. Stored in a shady area d. With proper label
11. April will harvest fertilizer. How would she know that the fertilizer is
ready to use?
a. the materials looks the same c. moist in texture
after decomposition
b. the original materials are no d. fresh materials
longer recognizable, soil-like texture
12. Alie, wants to improve the soil in her garden. What should she do?
a. Add organic fertilizer c. Practice green manuring
b. crop rotation d. All of them
13. Tin, Sprayed the organic fertilizer into the plants, particularly on the
leaves, which are absorbed through the stomata, what fertilizer did she
use?
a. Foliar c. Top dressing
b. Basal d. Broadcast
14. Lyn will make compost, what unwanted materials in the pile should
she avoid?
a. Kakawate leaves c. Dairy products
b. Rice straw d. Grass
15. Ella, will apply organic fertilizer. What is the right time and condition
of the application of fertilizer?
a. at night c. early in the morning or late in
the afternoon. not windy or no rain
b. rainy d. windy
16. Elaine, wants to add carbon rich materials in her compost. What
should she use?
a. Rice straw c. Peanut
b. Animal manure d. Dairy products
17. Lisa applied the fertilizer in the soil before planting. What type of
fertilizer did she used?
a. Basal c. Dressing
b. Foliar d. Spray
18. Kath will use Fertilizer for waste water treatment especially for sludge
treatment. What fertilizer should she use?
a. CRH c. Mud balls
b. Compost d. Bokashi
19. Tom, will carry heavy loads of raw materials in making fertilizer. What
equipment will he use?
a. Wheel barrow c. Rake
b. Shovel d. Shredder
20. April will harvest fertilizer. How would she know that the fertilizer is
ready to use?
a. the materials looks the same c. moist in texture
after decomposition
b. the original materials are no d. fresh materials
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longer recognizable, soil-like texture
QUESTIONING TOOL
Satisfactory
Questions to probe the candidate’s underpinning knowledge
response
Extension/Reflection Questions Yes No
1. What is Organic Fertilizer?  
2. What are the benefits of Organic fertilizer?  
3. What makes a fertilizer organic?  
Safety Questions
4. How do you protect yourself during the preparation and  
processing of Organic Fertilizer?
5. How do you maintain cleanliness and orderliness in your  
farm?
6. How do you preserve the potency of the organic fertilizer?  
Contingency Questions
7. What should you do to improve the fertility of the soil?  

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8. What should you do first if you want to practice composting  
in your farm in your farm?
9. How do you prepare composting area?  
Job Role/Environment Questions  
10. What are the positive contributions can organic fertilizer do  
to environment?
11. How do you manage waste disposal in your farm?  
12. What is the right time and condition of the application of  
fertilizer?
Rules and Regulations  
13. What are the raw materials for composting?  
14. How do you apply Foliar Fertilizer?  
15. What are the characteristics of good composting site?  
The candidate’s underpinning  Satisfactory  Not
knowledge was: Satisfactory
Feedback to candidate:
General Comments (Strengths/Improvements needed):
Candidate Signature: Date:
Assessor Signature: Date:

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MODEL ANSWER
Satisfactory
Questions to probe the candidate’s underpinning knowledge
response
Extension/Reflection Questions Yes No
1. What is Organic Fertilizer?
Answer: Organic Fertilizer refers to a materials indigenously  
from plants and animals added to soil for plant growth
2. What are the benefits of Organic Fertilizer?
Answer:
 Supports healthy soil structure and plant growth
 Eliminates the need of chemical based fertilizers
 
 Improve soil structure through the addition of carbon and
provide plants nutrients
 Enriches soil, helping retain moisture ad supress plant
diseases and pests
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3. What makes a fertilizer organic?
Answer:
 The materials is free of chemical substances  
 There is a presence of high organic matter
 Raw materials used are indigenous in the locality
4. How do you protect yourself during the preparation and
processing of Organic Fertilizer?  
Answer: Use Personal Protective Equipment
Safety Questions
5. How do you maintain cleanliness and orderliness in your  
farm?
Answer: Implement 5’s
6. How do you preserve the potency of the organic fertilizer?  
Answer: Store in dry, dark and cool place
7. What should you do to improve the fertility of the soil?  
Answer:
 Apply Organic Fertilizer
 Practice Crop rotation
 Practice green manuring
8. What should you do first if you want to practice composting  
in your farm in your farm?
Answer: Planning
Contingency Questions
9. How do you prepare composting area?  
Answer:
 Consider the volume
 Proximity and availability of raw materials
 Accessibility of the composting site
10. What are the positive contributions can organic fertilizer do  
to environment?
Answer:
 Improves soil and water condition
 Promote health aspect

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11. How do you manage waste disposal in your farm?  
Answer:
 Manure, use as fertilizer
 Environmental compliance
12. What is the right time and condition of the application of  
fertilizer?
Answer: Early in the morning late in the afternoon, not windy
no rain
Job Role/Environment Questions  
13. What are the basic raw materials for composting?  
Answer:
 Crop residue
 Animal manure
 Kitchen waste
14. How do you apply Foliar Fertilizer?  
Answer:
 Can be sprayed on and underneath the leaves
 Can be drenched into the soil
15. What are the characteristics of good composting site?  
Answer:
 Availability of water supply
 Proximity to the source of raw materials
 Area with minimum contamination
The candidate’s underpinning  Satisfactory  Not
knowledge was: Satisfactory
Feedback to candidate:
General Comments (Strengths/Improvements needed):

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Candidate Signature: Date:
Assessor Signature: Date:

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COMPETENCY BASED LEARNING MATERIALS

Sector : AGRICULTURE AND FISHERY

Qualification Title : ORGANIC AGRICULTURE PRODUCTION NC II

Unit of Competency : PRODUCE ORGANIC FERTILIZER

Module Title : PRODUCING ORGANIC FERTILIZER

Developed by : JOSE MARIE ELIS AMADO

Technical Education & Skills Development Authority

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

BASIC COMPETENCIES and LEARNING OUTCOMES

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

COMMON COMPETENCIES and LEARNING OUTCOMES

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

CORE COMPETENCIES and LEARNING OUTCOMES

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

ELECTIVE COMPETENCIES and LEARNING OUTCOMES

EVIDENCES/PROOF OF CURRENT COMPETENCIES

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

2. WORK IN TEAM Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript

3. PRACTICE CAREER Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript

4. PRACTICE Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript

EVIDENCES/PROOF OF CURRENT COMPETENCIES

USE FARM TOOLS Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript of

PERFORM Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript of

DEVELOP AND Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript of

PERFORM RECORD Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript of

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

Form 1.2: Evidence of Current Competencies acquired

2.PRODUCE Transcript of Record, Authenticated Transcript

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

IDENTIFYING TRAINING GAPS

Form 1.3 Summary of Current Competencies Versus Required

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

Training Needs Module Title/Module of

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PRODUCE ORGANIC FERTILIZER

MODULE TITLE : PRODUCING ORGANIC FERTILIZER

MODULE DESCRIPTOR : This module covers the knowledge, skills and

NOMINAL DURATION : 18 Hours

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

LO1. Prepare composting area and raw materials

LO1. Prepare composting area and raw materials

1.1 Site is selected based on compost fertilizer production requirements and

LO2. Compost and harvest fertilizer

1.1 Site is selected based on compost fertilizer production requirements and

Basal Organic Fertilizer Carbonized Rice Hull

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

Learning Content Methods Presentation Practice Feedback Resources Time

Demonstration Task sheet 3.1-1 (Part 1) Perform Evaluating CBLM 2

Preparation of raw Self- Information sheet 3.1-2 Answering Compare CBLM 1

Blended Information sheet 3.1-2 Answer self- Auto- E-media 1

LO 2: Compost and harvest fertilizer

Blended Information 3.2-1 Answering Auto- Electronic 1

Demonstration Job sheet 3.2-1 (Part1) Perform Evaluating CBLM 3

Job Sheet 3.2-1 (Part 3)

Blended Information sheet 3.2-2 Answer self- Auto- Electronic 1

Demonstration Job sheet 3.2-2 Process Perform Evaluating CBLM 3

Welcome to the module Produce Organic Fertilizer. This module

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

 Been working for some time

CBLM on Organic Date Developed: Document No. NTTA-TM1-07

NAME: _________________ DATE: