Performing Nursery Operations

TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
QUEZON NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL
Web Script for Agricultural Crops Production NC 2
PERFORMING NURSERY OPERATIONS

Objectives At the end of this unit, you should be able to:
1. Prepare nursery tools, farm implements and simple equipment
2. Maintain nursery facilities
3. Handle seeds/planting materials
4. Prepare growing media
5. Conduct propagation activities
Introduction
LEARNING PREPARE NURSERY TOOLS, FARM IMPLEMENTS AND SIMPLE EQUIPMENT
OUTCOME 1
One of the determining factors in the success of crop production activities is the right selection
and use of tools, farm implements and simple equipment. Basically in performing nursery
operations, hand or light tools are commonly used due to the smaller area it occupies
In this LO, you will familiarize yourself with common tools, farm implements and simple
equipment in nursery operations.
TOPIC 1 TYPES AND USES OF TOOLS, FARM IMPLEMENTS AND SIMPLE EQUIPMENT
Tools/Hand tools are usually light and are used without the help of animals or machines.
These can be grouped according to uses such as digging, cutting, cultivating, and cleaning.
Examples of Hand Tools
Tools/ Tools/
Description Description
Pick Mattock – Spade – used for
used for digging removing trash or
canals, breaking soil, digging and
hard topsoil, and mixing growing
digging up stones media.
and tree stumps.
Hole digger – Garden fork –

used for digging used loosening the
soil in planting fruit soil, turning over
bearing trees and materials and/or
other ornamental mixing growing
plants. media.
Light Hoe – used Garden rake –

in breaking soil used for cleaning
clods particularly the ground and
in making garden leveling of topsoil.
beds/plots.
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Grafting/budding Bolo – used in

knife – used in cutting tall weeds
cutting and larger
stem/leaves for branches during
plant propagation. clearing
operations.
Pruning saw – Hand trowel –

used in pruning used in applying
seedlings and/or fertilizer and
collecting planting cultivating the soil.
materials.
Hand fork – used Hand cultivator –

for inter-row used in cultivation
cultivation in the garden plot or
garden beds/plots. seedbed by
loosening the soil
and removing
weeds.
Pruning shear – Wheel barrow –

used for cutting used for hauling
stems/plant parts plants, fertilizers,
for trimming and growing media,
propagation. planting materials,
etc.
Farm Implements are accessories that are being pulled by working animals or mounted to
machineries (tractor) which are usually used in preparing the land for crops production.
Examples of Farm Implements
Farm Implement/
Description
Plow – used for
tilling or initial
breaking of the soil
in large areas
making furrows and
inter-row cultivation.
Made either of a
combination of
metal or wood or
pure metal.


Harrow - used for

tilling and
pulverizing the soil.
Native wooden
harrow is made of
wood with metal
teeth and pulled by
an animal (e.g.
carabao, cow) while
the disc harrow is
made of metal
mounted to a tractor
Simple Equipment are machineries used in land preparation, transporting farm inputs and
products, supplying water, and applying fertilizers/pesticides to crops.
Examples of Simple Equipment
Simple Equipment/ Description

Hand tractor – used to pull a plow
and harrow in preparing large area
of land.
4-wheel tractor – used to pull disc

plow and disc harrow in preparing
much bigger area of land.
Water pump – used in supplying

water in the field or in nursery
through irrigation method.


Knapsack sprayer – used in

applying fertilizers by foliar method
and application of chemical
pesticides.
ACTIVITY Drag and Drop

NO. 1
Naming the Tools
TASK Identify nursery tools, farm implements and simple equipment
SHEET NO.
1
TASK SHEET NO. 1
Title: Identify Tools, Farm Implements and Simple Equipment
Determine tools, farm implements and simple

Performance Objective:
equipment used in nursery operations.
Hand tools, hand tractor, 4-wheel tractor and farm

Tools and Equipment:
implements
Supplies: Ballpen and paper
Materials/ Consumables:
1. Provided with the required tools, farm implements

and simple equipment, identify each according to
Steps and Procedure: its use in nursery operation.
2. Give the name and write down your answer in the
answer sheet.
Assessment Method: Face-to-Face feedback from Trainer


TOPIC 2 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OF TOOLS, FARM IMPLEMENTS AND SIMPLE

EQUIPMENT
Pre-Operative Check of Tools, Farm Implements and Simple Equipment
The following are important reminders:

 Use tool appropriate for the job.
 Inspect all tools carefully for dull blades, damaged handles, loose heads, etc. replace
or repair as needed.
 Sharpen all cutting tools before using and frequently thereafter.
 Check implements and equipment for screws, bolts and nuts and the likes.
 Check implements and equipment for possible leaks and broken parts.
 Always refer to operation’s manual for safe handling.
Reasons to Maintain Tools and Equipment

 They last longer when maintained.
 Tools and equipment that are maintained work more efficiently.
 When you keep tools and equipment in good shape, you reduce the risk injury to the
operator.
 Regular maintenance reduces the of maintenance.
Effective Maintenance Activities for Tools and Equipment

 Sharpen tool before and after use.
 Oil or grease metal parts.
 Wooden handles should be strong.
 Hang your garden tools.
 Store tools in their original cases.
 Clean and dry tools after use.
Video on “How to care and sharpen gardening tools”
How to Care for and Sharpen Gardening Tools.mp4
LEARNING MAINTAIN NURSERY FACILITIES

OUTCOME 2
Nursery facilities is a structure used in propagating and rearing planting materials that will
not survived or grow properly when planted directly in the field.
In this LO, you will familiarize yourself with the different types of nursery facilities and how it
is managed.
TOPIC 1 TYPES OF NURSERY FACILITIES
Three Main Types of Nursery Facilities
The choice of a particular one will depend on the available resources and prevailing
environmental conditions.


a. Greenhouse – environment
fully controlled.
b. Net-house – environment
partially controlled.
c. Open field – where climatic

conditions are normally
favorable for the crops
grown.
Major Components of a Greenhouse

1. Foundation – the frame of greenhouse rests on the foundation and it is probably the
most important part. There are several materials to consider when deciding the kind
of foundation to use for the greenhouse. Wood timber, concrete or concrete block, and
brick are all suitable choices.
2. Flooring - commercial growers prefer a well-drained concrete floor because it
eliminates dirt and weeds that attract insects and harbor diseases. The light color of
concrete also reflects light back on the plants. Gravel and rock floors are easy to install,
inexpensive and drain well.
3. Framing – depending on what is suitable for the selected area and required budget.
Most frames are made from steel, aluminum, plastic and wood.
a. Steel is very strong and permanent; it is preferred by most commercial growers.
b. Aluminum is long lasting and especially good for wet climates since it does not
rust or rot.
c. Wood is very attractive but requires more maintenance and good only for dry
climates.
d. Plastic is very popular for its low cost, portable and easy to install, but the stress
of high winds can cause it to break.
4. Covering – also known as glazing, is the most expensive component of the structure.
It has the ability to retain or conserve heat vital to a successful greenhouse. Coverings
are made of:
a. Glass makes a beautiful structure that is fairly permanent.


b. Fiberglass was the first practical substitute for glass, it is translucent instead
of clear so it diffuses light and decreases shadowing.
c. Polycarbonate is a newer option in greenhouse coverings, available in several
widths and in single, double or tripled walled sheets.
d. Polyethylene film is used in approximately 90% of all commercial
greenhouses and is available in several quality grades but needs to be
changed more frequently. It is inexpensive, lightweight and easy to replace.
TOPIC 2 PRACTICES IN MANAGING NURSERY FACILITIES

Managing Nursery Facilities
To guarantee certain nursery operates well, it is very important to understand different

practices in maintaining nursery (greenhouse) facilities:
a. Pest control – ensure that greenhouse is a pest-free area. Inspect thoroughly all
planting materials; dispose, bury or burn infected plants or plant parts to avoid
disease dissemination. If necessary, spray or fumigate surroundings to prevent or
control pest occurrence.
b. Clean often – sanitation is one of the most important factors to successful nursery
operations. Always clean all the tools and materials used in the operation; store
growing media and inputs in their respective storage rooms; and, collect and dispose
empty packets or bottles, dry or rotten leaves.
c. Ventilation system - Installed ventilation system should be checked frequently to
ensure that it is not malfunctioning.
d. Water tank and irrigation system - connected lines and hoses of watering system
need to be checked regularly.
Good Agricultural Practices in Managing Nursery Facilities
a. The nursery should be installed in a place protected from direct sunlight, the prevailing
winds and livestock.
b. The soil should ideally be healthy, rich and flat with appropriate
structure for sowing and growing of seeds and seedlings.
c. Particular attention must be paid to protecting the nursery against insect pests, soil
diseases and nematodes (disinfected/sterilized substrate), whitefly and other vectors
of viruses (aphids and thrips).
Risks in Nursery – Inclement Weather
Agricultural farming deals with various activities not just in a month or two but all-year round
thus exposing the farmers/individual in several risks pertaining to weather conditions. In the
Philippines, the rainy season usually falls on the months of May to July but in some parts,
continues heavy rainfall are experienced during the months of October to December. At
present, predicting climatic condition is difficult and is therefore important to always consider
proper preventive measures related to inclement weather. This is also useful in avoiding
possible hazards brought about by this condition to the structures, crop performance, and
workers as well.


Windbreaks and Its Benefits
Windbreaks are provided to reduce the force of wind by planting or maintaining of trees or
shrubs.
Benefits:
 Reduces wind speed for this modify the climate in the area.
 Controls erosion
 Increases crop quality and yield
 Improve livestock productivity
Types of Windbreaks
TYPES
1. Tree windbreak – the common practice
of this is to plant several rows of tree
around the periphery of the field to serve
as windbreaks against wind coming from
different directions. Kakawate (Gliciridia
sepium) is usually used while Katuray
(Sesbania grandiflora) is recommended
in vegetable production. It can be also
used as source of food because young
flowers and young pods are utilized as
vegetables.
2. Net windbreaks – in a small area where
tree can cause shading that is not
favorable for the main crop, use of fine
nylon nets are recommended. This is
commonly practiced in honeydew melon
to avoid strong wind that may cause
breakage and blowing of vines. One
advantage of using nets as windbreak, it
is temporary and can be removed after
the particular cropping season.
TASK Prepare Workplace Inspection Checklist
SHEEET NO.
2
TASK SHEET NO. 2
Title: Prepare a Workplace Inspection Checklist
Identify different parts of a farm/nursery facility and the

required maintenance activities.


Supplies and Ball pen and paper, template of

Materials/Consumables: Workplace/Housekeeping Inspection Checklist
Facilities/Area: Nursery (vegetable or orchard)
1. Visit a plant nursery facility in your area,

determine its partition/parts.
2. List possible maintenance activities for every part
Steps and Procedure:
of the nursery and as a whole
3. Fill-up the template provided.
4. Submit your output to your Trainer.
ANSWER SHEET FOR TASK SHEET NO. 2
Trainee’s Name: ____________________ Date: ___________________
Rating: _________________
WORKPLACE/HOUSEKEEPING INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Qualification
Area/ Section
In-Charge
YES NO INSPECTION ITEMS


Remarks:
Inspected by: Date:
LEARNING HANDLE SEEDS/PLANTING MATERIALS

OUTCOME 3
Proper handling of seeds and/or planting materials ensures propagation activities successful.
This also observes selection of quality planting materials through its required characteristics.
In this LO, you will familiarize yourself with seeds and other planting materials. This includes
the structure and growth performance of the seeds, characteristics of quality planting
materials, determining germination rate, and factors affecting their growth.
TOPIC 1 PLANTING MATERIALS AND ITS TYPES
Characteristics of Quality Seeds
 Varietal purity – free from mixed varieties.

 Germination and vigor – seeds that germinate 90% will establish more seedlings than
those that germinate only at 70%.
 Mechanical purity – pure seeds are free from mechanical injury.
 Uniformity of size – seeds of uniform size are also more likely to be similar in seedling
vigor.
 Free from seed-borne diseases – disease-free plants are expected to give better field
performance than infected ones.
 Free from mixture – must be free mixture with other seeds and foreign matter.
Characteristics of Quality Seedlings
 Healthy, vigorously growing and free of diseases.

 Robust with no deformities.
 Stem is sturdy and has a large root collar diameter.
 Crown is symmetrical and dense.
 Root system that is free of deformities.
 Have a dense root system with many fine, fibrous hairs with white root tips.
 Have a ‘balance’ between shoot and root mass.
 Leaves are healthy, dark green color.
 Accustomed to short periods without water.
 Accustomed to full sunlight.
 Free from pests and/or diseases.
 Possess a quality/desirable traits of the mother plant.


Characteristics of Quality Propagules
In collecting propagules, the following should be observed in identifying quality materials:
For cuttings:
 Visible buds in stems and roots.
 Healthy and disease-free stems, roots and leaves.
 Not too mature parts with visible drying of parts, younger parts have faster growth than
the mature one.
For plants that are propagated by separation and division:

 Source mother plant should be healthy and disease-free.
 Suckers, runners, stolons and other plants that can be separated should be mature
enough to ensure success in growth
 Buds/eyes are visible and with no damage.
 It should be planted immediately to avoid dryness/wilting, if transported, should be wrap
in a clean moist newspaper to prolong its shelf life
For scion:
 Buds are healthy and no damage.
 Disease-free mother plant.
 From a source with desirable characteristic.
 No deformities and size appropriate for the rootstock
TOPIC 2 Seeds and its structure
Seed is a fertilized mature ovule which consist of the three main parts, seed coat,
endosperm, and embryo, which in due course gives rise to a new plant.
The basic structure of a seed consists of the following:

a. Seed coat – usually tough and is partly impervious to water.
b. Endosperm – stores food (starch, proteins, oil, etc.


c. Embryo – or miniature plant of the seed consist of the cotyledon, epicotyls and
hypocotyls.
Parts of a Seed
Types of seeds
Based on morphological characteristics, seeds are either monocot or dicot.

1. Monocot seeds have embryo with single cotyledon, hypogeal in germination, leaf
veins are parallel, roots are adventitious, and secondary growth is absent.
2. Dicot seeds have embryo with two cotyledons, usually with epigeal germination, leaf
veins reticulated and has secondary growth.
In terms of crop production, these are direct seeded and indirect seeded (transplanted).
1. Direct seeding refers to sowing of seeds directly in the permanent growing area, it is
the most economical method of seeding.
2. Indirect seeding is a method of sowing of seeds in a separate place from which the
plants will eventually grow to maturity. When it reached the recommended seedling
maturity, it will be transplanted one or more times before reaching the permanent
growing area.
Seed germination and dormancy
Seed germination is defined as the resumption of growth of the embryo which begin in the
process of imbibing water, increase of water content of seed, swells up and then seed coat
ruptures.
But, there are events that a seed does not germinate even provided with the required
conditions, and this phenomenon is known as dormancy. Seed dormancy refers to a state in
which seeds are prevented from germinating even under normal environmental conditions
which are a complex combination of water, light, temperature, gases, mechanical restrictions,
types of seed coats, and hormone structures.
Video on “Seed germination explained. What is a seed. How do seeds grow”
Seed germination explained. What is a seed How do seeds grow.mp4


Types of seed germination
1. Epigeal germination – the

hypocotyl elongates and raises
the epicotyl above ground
2. Hypogeal germination – the

lengthening of the hypocotyl
does not raise the epicotyl
above ground and only the
epicotyl.
Types of seed dormancy
1. Ecodormancy – due to unfavorable factor of environment (“quiescence”).

2. Ectodormancy/Paradormancy – correlated inhibition; due to factors outside the
embryo, except the embryo.
Endodormancy – factors present in the embryo itself.
Methods of breaking seed dormancy
 Scarification - any treatment that removes the seedcoat or alters it, making it more
permeable to water (cracking, breaking, scratching, rubbing with sand paper, soaking,
etc.).
 Stratification – placement of seeds between layers of either moist sand, soil or
sawdust at high/low temperature, this will soften the seedcoat.
 After ripening – refers to changes in the seeds during storage as a result of which
germination is improved (undergo maturity).
 Light treatments - Some seeds do not germinate in dark thus it provides continuous
or periodic exposure of light is essential e. g. Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) required red
light (660nm) or white light is essential for germination to occur.
 Treatment with growth regulators and other chemicals - Endogenous dormancy
may be due to presence of germination inhibitors. Application of low level of growth
regulators (i.e. Gibberellins, Cytokinins, Ethylene and etc.) may break the seed
dormancy.
Video on “5 ways to cold stratify seeds plus easy seed scarification technique”
5 Ways to Cold Stratify Seeds Plus Easy Seed Scarification Technique!.mp4


Methods of seed germination test
Seed testing refers to the method of determining the ability of the seeds to germinate. There
are three (3) methods of testing seed germination, these are: ragdoll, petri dish and seed box.
1. Ragdoll method – is a method of testing seeds using a towel. The towel is soaked
and drain in water to facilitate germination of the seeds.
2. Petri dish or plate method – is a method of germinating seeds with the use of a petri
dish or plate and tissue. The tissue is moistened to facilitate seeds to germinate.
3. Seed box – is a method of germinating seeds in a small box, usually wooden
material and which is a small version of plot. Instead of tissue or towel, the seed box
is filled with soil and moistened.
Video on “Improved seed germination test – easily test seed viability baggy method”
Improved Seed Germination Test - easily test seed viability baggy method.mp4
Calculating percentage germination
To determine rate of germination of seeds, the formula used is shown below:
% Germination = No. of seeds germinated x 100

No. of seeds used
Factors affecting viability of seeds
1. External Factors:
a. Water - A dormant seed is generally dehydrated and contains hardly 6-15% water
in its living cells. Dormant seeds must absorb external water to become active and
show germination.
b. Oxygen - is necessary for respiration which releases the energy needed for growth.
Germinating seeds respire very actively and need sufficient oxygen.
c. Suitable temperature - Moderate warmth is necessary for the vital activities of
protoplasm, and, therefore, for seed germination. The optimum for most of the crop
plants is around 25-30°C and in most cases stops at 0°C and 45°C.
2. Internal Factor:
a. Seed Dormancy Due to Internal Conditions and Its Release – in some plants the
embryo is not fully mature at the time of seed shedding. Such seeds do not
germinate till the embryo attains maturity. The freshly shed seeds become dormant
due to various reasons like the presence of hard, tough and impermeable seed
coats, presence of growth inhibitors and the deficiency of sufficient amounts of food,
minerals and enzymes, etc.
TASK Seeds Identification
SHEET NO.
3


TASK SHEET NO. 3
Title: Seeds Identification
Performance Objective: Identify different types of seeds.
Supplies and
Ball pen and paper, assorted seeds
Materials/Consumables:
Facilities/Area: Workstation
1. Given with different types and kinds of seeds,

identify each.
2. Complete the required information by filling-up
the given answer sheet.
3. Answer within 10 minutes.
4. Submit your answer sheet to your Trainer
JOB SHEET Perform Seed Testing

NO. 1
JOB SHEET NO. 1
Title: Perform Seed Testing
Demonstrate seed germination test using rag doll

method
Shipping tag; piece of cloth, 15 x 20 cm; rubber

Supplies and Materials/ bands or string; bamboo stick, 0.5 x 1 x 30 cm;
Consumables: seeds (rice, corn, or any vegetable seeds); bucket of
water; pencil/pen
Facilities/Area: Workstation


1. Obtain a composite sample of seed to be

tested. Select quality seeds (no evidence of
physical damage and unfilled/empty). Count
100 seeds for the trial.
2. Label the test. Write the name of the variety
and date of testing.
3. Moisten the piece of cloth. Soak the cloth in
water then squeeze the water out.
4. Spread the cloth on a flat surface.
5. Arrange 100 seeds on the cloth. Distribute all
100 seeds evenly in rows of 10, starting about
2 cm from each border of the cloth.
6. Place a bamboo stick across one end of the
cloth.
7. Roll the cloth around the bamboo stick.
8. Secure the cloth in place by tying both ends
with strings or rubber bands.
9. Tie the label on one end of the bamboo stick.
10. Allow the seeds to germinate. Keep the
ragdoll in a safe place at room temperature.
Steps and Procedure: Caution: do not store the ragdoll in an air-
conditioned room.
11. Moisten the seeds by dipping in water for a
minute. Maintain moisture and do this 3x a day
at regular intervals.
12. After every dipping, store the ragdoll at room
temperature. The seeds will germinate in 4 –
5 days.
13. On the fifth day, open the ragdoll carefully and
count the germinated seeds. Count only those
seeds with shoots longer than 1cm.
14. Record the result.
15. Compute for the percentage germination
using the formula:
% Germination = No. of seeds germinated x 100
No. of seeds used
16. If seeds have 80% or more, this is acceptable
for planting. If lower than 80% but above
60%, seeds can be used but needs more
seeds to compensate the poor germination. If
lower 60%, do not use the seeds.
LEARNING PREPARE GROWING MEDIA

OUTCOME 4
Growing media refers to different components not only soil which provides favorable pH
conditions, adequate supply of plant nutrients, and its physical characteristics are firm,
porous, uniform in texture, sterile and free of pests which may hamper the growth of the
planting materials.

In this LO, you will familiarize yourself with the functions of growing media, components,
preparation and proper ratio and proportion. It also includes the sterilization, different
pots/containers used, and the preparation of seedbed.
TOPIC 1 GROWING MEDIA AND ITS FUNCTIONS
Functions of Growing Media
a. Supply roots with nutrients, air, and water,

b. Allow for maximum root growth, and
c. Physically support the plant.
Types of Growing Media

TYPES/DESCRIPTION
1. Soil – natural layer of the
earth that supports life. It
consists of sand, silt, clay and
also the organic matter. As
germination medium, it must
contain 45% mineral matter,
5% OM, 25% water and 25%
air.
2. Soilless – any material for

growing plants not containing
soil or any soil. Most
commonly used potting mixes
for horticultural crops.
Examples are coir dust, rice
hull or carbonized rice hull,
peat moss, sphagnum moss,
perlite, vermiculite, etc.
3. Hydroponics – plants grown
primarily in nutrient solution. It
is purely a liquid solution as
medium for growing
horticultural crops.
4. Media solution – usually used

in micro-propagation where
media used are made of agar,
sterilized water, reagents of
macro and micro elements,
and etc.


Media Components
COMPONENT/S
1. Peat moss – plant material that
originates in bogs. Peat moss has
great moisture and nutrient
holding capacity.
2. Perlite – white in color and comes

from heat-treated lava rock. Perlite
is used in the soil mix to aerate the
soil.
3. Vermiculite – comes from the

mineral mica and is shiny brown in
color. It has high moisture holding
capacity and is very lightweight.
4. Coir dust – fibers from coconut

husks which is hollow and aids in
water and air holding while
remaining lightweight.
5. Rice hulls – are hard protecting

coverings of rice grains. Rice hull
ash or carbonized rice hull (CRH)
are used as growing media.
6. Sphagnum moss – it is the

dehydrating remains of acid bog
plants. It is used shredded form in
seed germination. It is relatively
sterile and lightweight, controls
disease and has excellent water-
holding capacity.
Characteristics of Good Growing Media
 Sufficiently firm and dense enough to keep cuttings or seeds in place.

 Able to maintain moisture (to avoid frequent watering)
 Sufficiently porous to allow good drainage and aeration
 Free from pest, weeds, and pathogens
 Low salinity
 High cation exchange capacity (for retention of nutrients and fertilizers)
 Uniform and consistent in quality


 Economical and readily available

ACTIVITY Drag and Drop
NO. ___
Naming Types of Growing Media
TOPIC 2 GROWING MEDIA REQUIREMENTS FOR A RANGE CROPS
Growing media requirements for vegetables, fruit trees, field crops, and ornamentals
and landscape plants
Vegetables
Most of vegetables need a healthy amount of organic material in the soil they grow in. Organic
material can either be vermicompost, fully decomposed animal manure or plant residues, or
either a processed compost with a combination of vermicompost, manure, coir dust,
carbonized rice hull and small amount of garden soil.
For vegetables seeds to be sown in a seedling trays, seedbox, or seedbed, growing media
should be well-drained and porous. Usually, a ratio of 1:1:1 is being followed, a combination
of garden soil, compost, and decomposed rice dull/rice hull ash.
Fruit Trees
Most fruit trees grow best in soils with good drainage and plenty of nutrients. To newly
transplanted seedlings, it is best recommended to apply basally adequate amount of compost,
animal and/or green manures to and at the same time condition the soil.
Ornamentals and landscape plants:
These type of plants can survive and grow well to soilless media, these are usually propagated
with rice hull, coir dust, saw dust, carbonized rice hull or rice hull ash, peat moss and other
commercially available growing media components.
Ratio and proportion of growing media
The following are the commonly used mixes in preparing a growing media.
 100% compost
 100% soilless mix
 25% garden soil + 75% compost
 25% soil-less mix + 25% garden soil + 50% compost
 25% garden soil + 75% soil-less mix
 50% soil-less mix + 50% compost
Preparation of growing media
1. Consider all cost.

2. Determine available media components. Choice of components should be based on
the component’s properties.
3. Prepare necessary tools and materials to ensure efficiency in work.
4. If soil is added to growing media, sieve to remove unwanted components like rocks,
twigs. Then, sterilize to kill pathogenic microorganisms present.


5. Mix media components uniformly to avoid potential drainage, aeration, and plant
growth problems.
6. Avoid overmixing of organic matter like peat, this may result to a too finely ground
which may lead to compaction and decrease of aeration and drainage.
7. Avoid over compaction in a container which may detrimentally affects crop growth.
Video on “My soil preparation – do it yourself soil mix”
My Soil Preparation - Do it Yourself soil mix.mp4
Soil/growing media sterilization
Soil sterilization is the process where soil is subjected to heating (sun-drying, pouring of
boiling water, steaming), application of pesticides (fungicide/bactericide, etc.) to ensure media
is free from soil-borne pathogens that can cause damping-off or death of the plants.
If plots or larger area are to be used, moisten the area and cover with a large, clear sheet of
plastic for at least 4 weeks. Remove the plastic, turn the soil to a depth of 18 inches with a
shovel to allow pest present in the soil to the surface. Water the area one more time then
cover again with plastic for another 4 weeks. This duration will ensure kill everything in the
ground including weed seeds and pathogens.
Video on “How to sterilize soil”
How to Sterilize Soil.mp4
JOB SHEET Prepare Growing Media for Vegetables

NO. 2
JOB SHEET NO. 2
Title: Prepare Growing Media for Vegetables
Perform preparation of growing media for transplanted

vegetables
Tools and Equipment: Shovel, garden fork, hand towel
Seedling trays, garden soil, compost, soilless mix (coir

Supplies and
dust, CRH, sphagnum/peat moss, etc.), seeds (leafy
vegetables, solanaceous), PPE


Facilities/Area: Nursery area
1. Prepare the required tools, supplies and materials

for the activity.
2. Mix the growing media following the
recommended proportion of mixtures which 1:1:1.
3. Mix thoroughly, break the clods of soil and/or
soilless mixes. Discard stones or any foreign
materials present in the soil.
4. Using hand trowel, place the mixed media to the
seedling trays. Press lightly the media to avoid
spaces in the hole.
5. Set aside the prepared media for seed sowing.
6. Present your output to your Trainer for evaluation.
TOPIC 3 POTS/CONTAINERS AND SEEDBED FOR PLANTING MATERIALS

Types of Pots/Containers
TYPES/DESCRIPTION
1. Pots – are usually round materials
used chiefly for growing plants.
Ornamental plant species and
vegetables are usually grown in this
type of containers.
a. Clay pots – water
evaporates through the
sides and this cools the
root zone
b. Plastic pots – are durable;

easy to stack, clean; light;
and, available in all sizes
and shapes
c. Organic pots – these are

usually made of coco fiber,
and other organic
materials.


2. Black polyethylene plastic bags

– cheap and very light but not
durable. Good container because
black absorbs heat that affects
plant growth
3. Foamed plastic box – white,
lightweight containers and several
plants can be grown together in
the box
4. Metal buckets – made of tin and

its alloy or galvanized iron can be
used as growing containers
5. Rubber pots and old tires –

cheap as they are made of
recycled tires but a bit heavy
6. Organic containers – bamboo

poles, bamboo baskets, coconut
husks, and bags made of palm
leaves can also be used since they
decompose naturally
7. Seedling trays – size and number
of holes will depend on the quantity
of seeds to be sown. Available in
plastics/styro.
8. Seed box – smaller version of

seed bed. Size depends on the
area to be planted and the usual
shape is rectangle or square. Used
for transplanted vegetables.
Potting/bagging techniques
Potting and/or bagging refers to the process of putting growing media in a container or bag.
The amount of growing media is dependent on the size of the pots/containers to be used.
a. Using a hand trowel, put the growing media in the pots/containers. If poly bags are to
be used, make sure that it is appropriately opened and no crumpled part to support the
poly bags to stand.
b. Slightly press the growing media to avoid spaces in the pots/containers and/or bags
(when not press, it may sink downward when watered and planting materials may droop
or roots will be exposed).
c. Fill the container/pots with growing media. Allow space on the topmost part of the
pots/containers to allow easier transport or carrying of plants.

d. Moisten the growing media before planting.

e. Provide label after each planting. Label should provide information like the name of the
plant, variety, and date planted.
Seedbed preparation
Seedbed is an outdoor area fully exposed to sunlight usually for production of vegetable
seedlings. Normally, seedbeds are prepared through the following activities:
a. It should be thoroughly prepared, plowed and harrowed until there are few soil clods.
b. Then, beds are prepared by raising the soil to recommended height, this facilitates
drainage and installation of mulch. The common size of the seedbed is 1m wide and
10m long but this may vary depending on the amount of seeds or number of seedlings
to be used and the planting distance of specific plant species.
c. The surface of seedbed is sterilized by either applying chemicals or exposing it to
sunlight for a few days. It is necessary to moisten the soil and cultivate afterwards to
allow the other portions of the soil to be exposed in full sunlight. This will control the life
cycle of the pest to persist.
d. To maintain soil moisture, prevent erosion, avoid weed growth, mulching materials is
placed on the seedbed.
e. Then, the seedbed is ready for planting/transplanting activity.
Video on “Preparing vegetable beds”
Preparing Vegetable Beds.mp4
TASK Perform potting/bagging

SHEET NO.
4
TASK SHEET NO. 4
Title: Perform Potting/Bagging
Demonstrate potting/bagging for rootstock and/or

asexually propagated plants
Tools and Equipment: Hand trowel
Supplies and
Assorted sizes of poly bags/containers, growing media


1. Prepare the required tools, supplies and

materials.
2. Lay-out the area intended for seedbed measuring
1 m wide and 10 m long.
Steps and Procedure: 3. Raise the bed to at least 0.30m in height.
4. Pulverize the top portion of the soil and you may
incorporate compost while cultivating.
5. Remove foreign materials present in the seedbed.
6. Present your output to your Trainer for evaluation.
Assessment Method: Face-to-face feedback from Trainer
JOB SHEET Prepare seedbed for planting/transplanting

NO. 3
JOB SHEET NO. 3
Title: Prepare seedbed for vegetables
Demonstrate techniques in preparing a seedbed for

vegetable production
Tools and Equipment: Grab hoe/pick mattock, shovel, rake, dulos, etc.
Assorted sizes of poly bags/containers, growing media,

Supplies and
seeds for rootstock, and cuttings or other propagation
materials
1. Prepare the required tools, supplies and materials.

2. Fill the pots/containers with growing media using
hand trowel. Slightly press the growing media to
Steps and Procedure: maximize the space in the container.
3. Provide allowance on the top portion of the
container/pots for easy handling.
4. Moisten the pots/containers.


LEARNING CONDUCT PROPAGATION ACTIVITIES

OUTCOME 5
Plant propagation refers to the production of plants mainly for multiplying the desired or
particular plant species. There are other reasons of propagating plants: as business, as
hobby, as an advocacy to produce the species that are rare (traditional variety of plants), as
research and as a job.
In this LO, you will familiarize with the different types of propagation and techniques involved.
It also include the setting-up of nursery shed and good agricultural practices in propagation
activities.
TOPIC 1 SETTING-UP NURSERY SHED
Simple Set-up of Nursery Shed
In establishing nursery shed, there is no standard blueprint required. Each nursery will have
a unique design based on the specific needs, resources, and requirements. Generally, a good
nursery should consist of water tank/pond, water pump/pump house, seed and fertilizer store
room, implement shed, germination bed area; potting/container filling area, seedling raising
area, worker mess/hall, office room (if larger type of nursery), propagation structures, compost
area, etc. A nursery is usually arranged in a series of beds with pathway between them. An
open area is needed at one end, where work such as sieving of soil and filling of containers
can be done.
Layout should be in a way that enables operations to flow logically through the nursery so as
to save labor and time. Roads and paths within the nursery should be carefully planned. The
nursery facilities should be kept clean. Every effort should be made to control weeds in and
around the nursery as weeds may host insects and pathogens.
Considerations in Selecting Site for Nursery Establishment

To ensure attainment of panned nursery, the following factors should be considered:
1. Climatic requirements of the plant and climate of the area

2. Soil requirements
3. Topography
4. Accessibility
5. Water supply
6. Facilities/amenities
7. Socio-economic considerations
8. Other considerations such as transmissible diseases (air- or soil-borne pathogen)
TOPIC 2 PLANT PROPAGATION AND ITS TYPES
Types of Plant Propagation
1. Sexual propagation – or growing plants from seeds, which produces large number of
plants, is by far the simplest and cheapest method of propagation. Seeds are either
directly sown in the permanent area or sown in a seedling trays, seed box and seedbed


before it is transplanted in the permanent area. (Details of which are discussed in the
next unit of competency, Plant Crops).
2. Asexual propagation – growing of plants by utilizing the vegetative parts, the leaves,
stems, roots and modified parts.
Types of Asexual Propagation
TYPES/DESCRIPTION
1. Separation – propagation using
naturally detachable organs such as
runners, slip, sucker, crown, bulb,
plantlet.
2. Division – specialized or modified

stems and roots are cut into pieces or
sections with at least one bud or eye
per section, ex. corms, tubers,
rhizomes
3. Cuttage or use of cuttings – involves

regeneration of structural parts in
detached vegetative parts under
favorable environmental conditions
4. Layerage – applied to plants which

are difficult to root. These types of
plants are best rooted while still
attached to the parent plant, which
supplies the nutrients and moisture
while the roots of the new plants are
still forming.
5. Graftage – propagation where two
plant parts are joined in such a
manner they will unite and continue
their growth as one plant. The upper
part of the combination is called scion
and the lower part, the rootstock or
simply stock.
a. Grafting – if the scion is a stem,
whether it is detached or
attached to the mother plant.
b. Budding – if the scion is a single
bud with a small section of the
bark, with or without wood.
Propagation Techniques by Separation and Division


METHOD/S METHOD/S
(SEPARATION) (DIVISION)
Runners are Tubers like white
specialized aerial potato is the fleshy
stems that grow portion of an
horizontally along the underground stolon, a
ground and develop stem that grows
from leaf axils at the horizontally.
base or crown of the
plant. Examples are
ferns, strawberry, and
black pepper.
Slips are leafy shoots Corms is an enlarged
originating from axillary storage organ of
buds borne at the base banana, abaca, and
of a plant or fruit such taro. A solid stem
ass pineapple and structure with nodes
cabbage. and internodes and a
few rudimentary
leaves. These are cut
into bits, seed bits, or
seed pieces.
Suckers are Rhizomes such as in
secondary shoots that ginger is a horizontal
start below the ground cylindrical stem
from an underground growing underground.
stem. Examples are
banana, pineapple,
anthurium and abaca.
Crown is a shoot
produced on the top of
the fruit, like pineapple.
Bulbs are shortened

branches that later
develop with thickened
petioles. Leaf sheaths
thicken and develop
own roots such as
onions.


Video on “How to regrow onions – separating onion plants”
How to Regrow Onions - Separating Onion Plants.mp4
Propagation Techniques by Cuttings
METHOD/S
1. Leaf cuttings – a number of plants
will readily produce new plants
from leaf cuttings. Examples are:
Sanseviera, Kataka-taka
2. Root cuttings – are usually taken

from 2 to 3-year-old plants during
their dormant season when they
have a large carbohydrate supply.
Example of plant propagated by
root is Breadfruit.
3. Stem cuttings - is the most
versatile of all methods for both
herbaceous and woody material.
Common examples are cassava,
malunggay and some ornamental
plants like gumamela and rose.
Video on “The simplest way to grow moringa/drumstick from cuttings”
The Simplest way to Grow MoringaDrumstick from Cuttings [Without Rooting Hormones].mp4
Propagation Techniques by Layering
METHOD/S
1. Tip layering, shoot tip bend
downward and roots form at the
bend becomes a new plant


2. Simple layering works best on

plants that have a naturally trailing
growth habit. This is used for
hard-to-root shrubs, low trees and
viny plants
3. Compound layering or known as

multiple or serpentine layering is
essentially the same as simple
layering. It is used in plants that
have long, pliable shoots, mostly
the viny ones.
4. Mound or stool layering involves

cutting the plant back to the
ground usually at the start of the
rainy season and mounding soil or
other media around the base of
the newly developing shoots to
encourage rooting.
5. Air layering or commonly known

as marcotting is a method suitable
for sturdy or woody-stemmed
plants. Portion of bark is removed
including the cambium, covered
with growing media and wrap with
plastic. Moisture is maintained to
promote rooting from the wound
portion.
Video on “How to air layering lemon tree”
How To Air Layering Lemon Tree.mp4
Propagation techniques by grafting
METHOD/S
GRAFTING


1. Approach grafting or Inarching,

selected shoots of the desirable plant are
grafted with the stem of the stocks grown
in individual containers while the scions
are still connected with the mother plant.
2. Graft-inarching or topworking is usually

used to change the top of established
inferior plants into more desirable ones.
Established plants or tree are used as
stocks and scions are growing in individual
containers.
3. Splice grafting, the detached scion is
used in leafless, usually with a terminal leaf
bud or well-developed dormant leaf buds.
The stock used is a seedling.
4. Cleft grafting, a detached scion is directly

grafted on the top of the stock. The stock
is in individual containers. Considered as
the oldest and widely used method of
grafting.
5. Side grafting, the basal portion of a

detached scion is joined at the side of the
trunk of the stock.
6. Bark grafting, is especially useful in

grafting a detached scion on a stumped
stock whose stem is much larger than that
of the scion. One or more scions can be
inserted in one stock depending on the
size of the trunk.
BUDDING


1. Shield or T-budding, usually made on an

actively developing stem whose bark can
be readily separated from the wood. The
bud and a section of the bark with or
without wood is shaped like a shield. The
cut on the bark is either like a T or inverted
T on the stock where union is desired to
occur.
2. Patch budding, used in species having a

thick bark which can be separated easily
from the wood. Distinguishing feature is
the rectangular patch of bark is removed
completely from the stock and is replaced
with a patch of the same size containing
bud from a desired variety.
3. Chip budding is used where the bark of

the stem adheres closely to its wood,
which may occur naturally to some species
or arising from growing conditions. A chip
or piece of bark and wood are removed or
cut off from the side of the trunk of the
stock and replaced with a chip of the same
size from the desired variety containing a
dormant leaf bud.
Video on “Mango tree 6: Steps to cleft grafting mango tree”
Mango Tree 6 Steps To Cleft Grafting Mango Tree.mp4
Good agricultural practices in propagation activities
The following are just some important reminders in dealing with propagation activity:
1. Cleaning up - It is important for many reasons that all working areas are kept clean and
tidy. Messy and dirty work areas are not only a safety hazard issue but they can also help
spread diseases.
Clean and store away all tools used. All benches should be cleared and wiped down with
a disinfectant such as diluted bleach (10ml bleach per liter of water). All floors should be
swept and washed off to remove all plant material and left over potting mixes/media. All
pathways need to be kept clear.
2. Tool maintenance - Wash all tools of mud and dirt and oil any metal parts to prevent
rusting. Steel wool and light oil will remove any surface rust.


 Keep tools sharp and in good working order. Level the back edge of a spade off with
a bench grinder or a coarse sharpening stone.
 Replace any broken handles. Never use bush sticks in handles as they often break
which causes injury.
 Sand and oil all wooden handles to avoid getting nasty splinters.
3. Waste segregation and disposal
After potting plants there is often a range of unwanted waste material left behind that
needs to be dealt with. Things such as pots/tubes, unwanted cutting material, soil,
fertilizers, bags, tags and plant debris. It is best practice when finished to leave a
completely clean working area free of rubbish.
Principle of 3Rs
To ensure good agricultural practices, every individual should be guided by the principles of
3 Rs to help combat the drastic increase in solid waste production. These 3 Rs are reduce,
reuse and recycle.
1. Reduce
Reduce being the most important strategy. In order to reduce the amount of waste
produced, it is essential to focus on the source of the waste, or where the waste is
originally coming from. Source reduction is when products are designed, manufactured,
packaged, and used in a way that limits the amount or toxicity of waste created.
One way of reducing wastes is the utilization of some materials found in the surroundings
such as the so-called “lokong method”, instead of using plastic trays, this uses banana
bracts or coconut leaves for vegetable seedlings.
2. Reuse:
The second most important strategy of the three Rs is to reuse, which is when an item is
cleaned and the materials are used again.
Some items in nursery operations can be reuse again, examples are the poly bags, plastic
containers/pots, seedling trays. When the seedlings are transferred to bigger sizes of
containers/pots or transplanted, the emptied materials can be washed/cleaned, air dried,
and stored; and this can be utilized again for the next planting activity.
3. Recycle:
Recycle, which in terms of waste is the reprocessing of disposed materials into new and
useful products. Items that are commonly recycled include glass, plastic, paper, and
metal. When recycled, some of these materials are used to create more of the same
original product, while other materials are used to create entirely different products after
recycling.
Mineral plastic bottles, used but damaged basins, tires, cans, etc. can now be used as
growing containers. This will not just minimize creation of wastes but this will lessen the
expenses in nursery operations


JOB SHEET Perform sexual propagation (seed sowing)

NO. 4
JOB SHEET NO. 4
Title: Perform Sexual Propagation
Performance Objective: Demonstrate seed sowing in seedling trays
Tools and Equipment: Hand trowel, hand sprayer
Supplies and Seeds (tomato, hot/sweet pepper, or eggplant),

Materials/Consumables: seedling trays, growing media, PPE
Provided with the necessary tools, supplies and

materials. Follow the procedures stated below:
1. Read the information on the seed packet. It will

tell you when to start your seeds and what they
need in the way of soil and air temperature,
humidity and light, as well as any special pre-
plating treatment
2. Fill the seedling trays
with growing media.
3. Moisten the growing

media before seeds
are sown.
4. Make hole in the

center of the growing
media to which the
seeds will be sown,
depth will vary


depending on the
types or size of seeds
5. Sow/drop carefully at
least 1-2 seeds in
each hole. Put label
for each seedling
tray/s after sowing.
6. Allow the seeds to
germinate by
providing the
necessary care and
maintenance
JOB SHEET Perform asexual propagation (grafting)

NO. 5
JOB SHEET NO. 5
Title: Perform Asexual Propagation
Performance
Demonstrate cleft grafting to mango seedlings
Objective:
Tools and Equipment: Grafting knife, pruning shear
Supplies and
Mango seedlings, scion, PE plastic, grafting tape, marking
Materials/Consumable
pen, PPE
s:


1. Choose an appropriate
rootstock (a) and scion (b). The
scion and rootstock must be
compatible. As a general rule,
closely related plants (e.g.
varieties within same species)
are graft compatible. The scion
should come from a tree with
desired traits (e.g. good quality,
high yield) while the rootstock
should possess good root
characteristics (e.g. resistance
to soil-borne diseases, good
anchorage).
2. Remove the leaves of the scion
without injuring the buds (c)
and cut the rootstock to height
where there is active growth
(d).
3. Shape the base of the scion to

a short wedge (e). Use a sharp
knife when performing this task
to ensure a good fit. Gaps will
be created between the stock
and the scion when the cut is
rough, and the union will either
take time or not occur at all.
4. Cut the rootstock vertically,

about 2-3cm long (f).


5. Insert the wedge of the scion

onto the cleft of the rootstock
(g).
6. Bind the graft union and the

entire scion with a strip of
polyethylene (PE) plastic (h).
Make sure to tie them securely
to prevent dislocation at the
point of union. To test this, hold
the scion and lift the whole
seeding without affecting the
union.
7. Cover with a small PE bag (i).

This will prevent water from
entering the graft union.
Put label indicating the name of
propagator, date grafted, and
variety of the crop.
TOPIC 3 MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES FOR SEEDLINGS/PROPAGULES

Maintenance activities for seedlings/ propagules
The following activities should be done to facilitate the growth of the seedlings:
1. Regularly water the seedlings by using fine sprinkler or mist-like spray to allow droplets
of water gently fall on the surface. Watering should be done in the morning not in the
evening.
2. Provide fertilizer preferably starter solution to supply nutrients for the seedlings. The
commonly used starter solution is ammonium sulfate (21-0-0) at the rate 1 tablespoon
dissolved in 1 gallon of water. The solution is watered directly to the seedlings, contact
with leaves should be avoided to prevent from causing burn.
3. Damping-off is a common problem to seedlings therefore it is important to sterilize or treat
the soil prior to sowing. Avoid overwatering which favor the pathogen to occur.
4. Thinning is done to allow plants plenty of space to receive all the proper growth
requirements such as moisture, nutrient s, light, etc. without competing with other
seedlings.


5. Some seedlings will be planted out but some are not and will continue in pots/trays as
they need more space they are potted off (moved into another container) but those
continuing in the containers/trays are potted on.
Video on “Thinning seedlings”
TASK Perform Thinning of Seedlings

SHEET NO.
5
TASK SHEET NO. 5
Title: Perform Thinning of Seedlings
Performance Objective: Demonstrate thinning in germinated seedlings.
Supplies and Germinated seedlings, seedbed/seedbox/seedling

Materials/Consumables: trays, PPE
1. Provided with a seedling trays with fully germinated

seedlings, demonstrate thinning procedure.
2. Explain the reason why it is thin out from the
seedling trays.
3. Dispose properly those damaged/diseased
seedlings to appropriate area.
Assessment Method: Face-to-face feedback from the Trainer
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QUEZON NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL SCHOOL

Web Script for Agricultural Crops Production NC 2

PERFORMING NURSERY OPERATIONS

Hole digger – Garden fork –

Light Hoe – used Garden rake –

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Grafting/budding Bolo – used in

Pruning saw – Hand trowel –

Hand fork – used Hand cultivator –

Pruning shear – Wheel barrow –

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Harrow - used for

Simple Equipment/ Description

4-wheel tractor – used to pull disc

Water pump – used in supplying

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Knapsack sprayer – used in

ACTIVITY Drag and Drop

TASK SHEET NO. 1

Title: Identify Tools, Farm Implements and Simple Equipment

Determine tools, farm implements and simple

Hand tools, hand tractor, 4-wheel tractor and farm

Supplies: Ballpen and paper

1. Provided with the required tools, farm implements

Assessment Method: Face-to-Face feedback from Trainer

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TOPIC 2 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OF TOOLS, FARM IMPLEMENTS AND SIMPLE

The following are important reminders:

Reasons to Maintain Tools and Equipment

Effective Maintenance Activities for Tools and Equipment

How to Care for and Sharpen Gardening Tools.mp4

LEARNING MAINTAIN NURSERY FACILITIES

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c. Open field – where climatic

Major Components of a Greenhouse

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TOPIC 2 PRACTICES IN MANAGING NURSERY FACILITIES

To guarantee certain nursery operates well, it is very important to understand different

Good Agricultural Practices in Managing Nursery Facilities

Risks in Nursery – Inclement Weather

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Windbreaks and Its Benefits

TASK SHEET NO. 2

Title: Prepare a Workplace Inspection Checklist

Identify different parts of a farm/nursery facility and the

Tools and Equipment:

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Supplies and Ball pen and paper, template of

Facilities/Area: Nursery (vegetable or orchard)

1. Visit a plant nursery facility in your area,

Assessment Method: Face-to-Face feedback from Trainer

ANSWER SHEET FOR TASK SHEET NO. 2

Trainee’s Name: ____________________ Date: ___________________

WORKPLACE/HOUSEKEEPING INSPECTION CHECKLIST

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