THE GROWTH OF TOMATO (SOLANUM LYCOPERSICUM) USING

RICE WATER

JAYME, MANIKKA SOCQUE I.

ARNEJO, MAURHEA PEARL
RATUNIL, DAVE EDWARD
ROBITSHEK, KEITH HILARY

A Research Paper
Submitted to the Faculty of the
Mindanao State University at Naawan
Integrated Developmental School
9023 Naawan Misamis Oriental
In Partial fulfillment of the
Requirements of the
Subject.

RESEARCH 2

MAY 2023

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 BIOGRAPHICAL DATA

NAME: Manikka Socque I. Jayme

ADDRESS: P2- Poblacion, Naawan, Misamis Oriental
BIRTHDATE: November 12, 2006
BIRTH PLACE: Cagayan de Oro City
PARENTS: Felipe G. Jayme
Daisy Mae M. Israel
EDUCATION ATTAINMENT:
Elementary: Grade 1-6: Naawan Central School (NCS)
Highschool: Mindanao State University at Naawan
Integrated Developmental School
Naawan, Misamis Oriental
HONORS AND AWARDS RECEIVED:
Elementary
Grade 1: With High Honors
Grade 2: With High Honors
Grade 3: With High Honors
Grade 4: With Honors
Grade 5: With Honors
Grade 6: With Honors
SCHOOL CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS INVOLVED
Tabodagat (S.Y 2019-2020)
SEMINAR-WORKSHOP ATTENDED
None

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 BIOGRAPHICAL DATA

NAME: Maurhea Pearl M. Arnejo

ADDRESS: P-7 Poblacion, Naawan, Misamis Oriental
BIRTHDATE: October 2, 2006
BIRTH PLACE: P-6 Poblacion, Naawan, Misamis Oriental
PARENTS: Marcia M. Arnejo
Rodolfo C. Arnejo Jr.
EDUCATION ATTAINMENT:
Elementary: Grade 1-6: Naawan Central School (NCS)
Highschool: Mindanao State University at Naawan
Integrated Developmental School
Naawan, Misamis Oriental
HONORS AND AWARDS RECEIVED:
Elementary
Grade 1: None
Grade 2: None
Grade 3: None
Grade 4: None
Grade 5: With Honors
Grade 6: With Honors
SCHOOL CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS INVOLVED
None
SEMINAR-WORKSHOP ATTENDED
None

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 BIOGRAPHICAL DATA

NAME: Dave Edward R. Ratunil

ADDRESS: P1- Poblacion, Manticao, Misamis Oriental
BIRTHDATE: January 26, 2007
BIRTH PLACE: Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte
PARENTS: Zebul B. Ratunil
Rolfe R. Ratunil
EDUCATION ATTAINMENT:
Elementary: Grade 1-2: Mindanao Mission Academy
Grade 3-6: Naawan Central School (NCS)
Highschool: Mindanao State University at Naawan
Integrated Developmental School
Naawan, Misamis Oriental
HONORS AND AWARDS RECEIVED:
Elementary
Grade 1: With Honors
Grade 2: With Honors
Grade 3: With Honors
Grade 4: With Honors
Grade 5: With Honors
Grade 6: With Honors
SCHOOL CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS INVOLVED
Sports Club (S.Y 2019-2020)
SEMINAR-WORKSHOP ATTENDED
None

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 BIOGRAPHICAL DATA

NAME: Keith Hilary L. Robitshek

ADDRESS: P2- Poblacion, Naawan, Misamis Oriental
BIRTHDATE: October 2, 2007
BIRTH PLACE: Valenzuela City, Manila
PARENTS: Ryan S. Robitshek
Ana Fe L. Robitshek
EDUCATION ATTAINMENT:
Elementary: Grade 1-6: Naawan Central School (NCS)
Highschool: Mindanao State University at Naawan
Integrated Developmental School
Naawan, Misamis Oriental
HONORS AND AWARDS RECEIVED:
Elementary
Grade 1: With Honors
Grade 2: With Honors
Grade 3: With Honors
Grade 4: With Honors
Grade 5: With Honors
Grade 6: With Honors
SCHOOL CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS INVOLVED
Home Makers Club (S.Y 2019-2020)
SEMINAR-WORKSHOP ATTENDED
None

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
TITLE PAGE ……………………………………………………………………….. i
BIOGRAPHICAL DATA…………………………………………………………… ii-vi
LIST OF TABLE …………………………………………………………………… viii

LIST OF FIGURES ………………………………………………………………… ix

1. INTRODUCTION ……………………………………………………………….. 1

1.1. Rationale…………………………………………………………………………… 1
1.2. Objectives…………………………………………………………………………. 2
1.2.1. General Objective…………………………………………………………. 2
1.2.2. Specific Objectives………………………………………………………... 2
1.3. Null Hypothesis……………………………………………………….…………... 3
1.4. Significance of the study………………………………………………………... 3
1.5. Scope and Limitations of the study.…………………………………………… 3
1.6. Definition of Terms……………………………………………………….……… 4

2. REVIEW RELATED LITERATURE……………………………………………… 5

3. MATERIALS AND METHOD…………………………………………………….. 8

3.1. Research Design……………………………………………………….……… 8

3.2. Study Area……………………………………………………….…………….. 8
3.3. Subjects of the Study……………………………………………………….… 8
3.4. Data Gathering Procedure…………………………………………………… 8

3.4.1. Preparation of Soil.……………………………………………………… 8

3.4.2. Preparation of Watering Agents………………………………………… 9

3.4.3.Germination of the Tomatoes……………………………………………. 9
3.4.4.Plantation of Germinated Tomatoes…………………………………… 9
3.5. Collection of Data……………………………………………………….…… 10
3.6. Statistical Tool……………………………………………………….………… 10
3.6.1. Frequency ……………………………………………………….……… 10
3.6.2. Mean……………………………………………………….…………….. 10

LITERATURE CITED………………………………………………………………… 11

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 LIST OF TABLES
Figure Description Page

1 The Tomato (Solanum Lycopersicum) Plant 4

2 Map showing the location of the Study Area 9

LIST OF FIGURES

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 1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Rationale

Organic fertilizers such as rice water are all-natural fertilizers derived from plants and

animals. It improves the soil by supplying carbonic molecules necessary for plant growth.

Organic fertilizers change the physical and chemical composition of the soil, increase the

amount of organic matter in the soil, and enhance microbial reproduction. It is recognized as

one of the essential aspects for the plants (Shaji & Mathew, 2021). Additional substances

such as Nitrogen (N), potassium (K), and phosphorus (P), are crucial elements needed by

plants to boost productivity. They also increase the soil's fertility and its ability to retain water

(Sedlacek et al., 2020).

The rice water contains starches and beneficial nutrients. The starches in rice water

also provide the plant with carbohydrates that can be stored in the plant’s cell membrane until

they can be used for energy while at the same time promoting helpful bacteria .It was also

noted that the usage of rice encouraged the growth of good bacterial population within the

soil, which helped in healthy root growth of the plant. Rice contains sufficient amount of NPK

or Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K) fertilizers. These are the essential

nutrients needed by Tomatoes. Rice is also easy to obtain as rice is an agricultural

commodity which boasts having the third highest world-wide production right after sugarcane,

and maize. It is even available in most stores and markets contributing to its accessibility

(Patulada , 2021).

As compared to the organic, commercially available fertilizers in the modern era

typically trade health for efficacy, thus leading to more and more toxic chemicals introduced to

the crops we consume. These are detrimental to our health. In this study, researchers have

come up with an idea which could assist in keeping our fertilizers organic.

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 The researchers considered using rice water as fertilizers since it’s readily available

in every household and tomatoes can be easy grown in the backyard. Using rice water as

fertilizer can benefit many people such as, it allows us to reuse waste material from the

kitchen. It is an organic source of nutrient to the plants and promotes better root growth of

plants along with symbiotic relationship with mycorrhiza. According to Bhattarai (2020) it also

protects the plants from diseases and pests. Taking these into account, this would mean that

it is perfect to be used as an alternative fertilizer for any plant whether it be for commercial

application or when you just want more health friendly tomatoes in your backyard.

1.1. Objectives

1.1.1. General Objective

The main objective of the study is to determine the growth of tomato (Solanum

lycopersicum) using rice water as the watering agent.

1.1.2. Specific Objectives

Specifically, this study aimed;

1. To determine the growth of tomatoes watered with:

a. Tap water

b. Rice water

2. To determine the significant difference of the length between the tomatoes watered

with:

a. Tap water

b. Rice water

1.2. Null Hypothesis

The researchers tested the following hypotheses at a= 0.05 level of significance.

H01: There is no significant difference between the growth of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum)

using rice water and tap water as watering agent.

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1.3. Significance of the Study

This study is beneficial to the following:

To the future researchers. It will serve as guide or reference for the future researchers that

will do similar study. It will give future researchers some ideas about rice water as fertilizer.

Whatever the outcome of this research, it will provide researchers more knowledge and study

further about rice water.

To the Farmers. It will help farmers to save more money from buying expensive chemical

fertilizers which could harm one's health. Farmers may be able to utilize rice water in other

crops.

To the consumers. Since tomatoes are organic and safe to eat, Rice water fertilizers may
enable community members to consume tomatoes without worrying. People can grow any
crop suitable in their own backyard using rice water as fertilizer.

1.4. Scope and Limitation of the Study

This study focused only on the effectiveness of rice water as a watering agent on the

Tomato plant (Solanum lycopersicum). The data collection was gathered immediately after

the seeds of tomatoes have germinated. Data collection on the status of tomatoes was only

for the duration of 2 months and only focused on the plants’ height.

This study didn’t cover the problems that are not considered a part of the general and

specific objectives. This study only focuses on the status of the tomato plants and did not

cover any other plant types. Plants watered with Rice water are the experimental group while

those watered with tap water are the control group.

1.5. Definition of terms

Fertilizer refers to a substance that is applied on the soil to supply the tomatoes with plant
nutrients.

Growth refers to the height and yield of the Tomato.

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Rice water refers to the waste water from the washed rice. This was also the watering agent
used in the study.

Solanum lycopersicum refers to the subject of the study and the scientific name of a
tomato.

Tap water refers to the water that comes from a faucet in household.

2. REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE

This chapter presents a review of the literature and studies considered relevant in

the present investigation of the effect of the use of rice water on the growth

performance of Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) plants. These information are taken from

articles that examine the components, utilizations, and cultivation of rice water and Tomato. It

mainly focuses on the effects of Rice Water as a fertilizer, watering agent, and other related

studies. These readings are beneficial in strengthening the analysis and interpretation of the

study.

2.1. Tomato as a plant

The tomato plant (Solanum lycopersicum) is a member of the genus known as

Solanum. The tomato plant is primarily grown as an annual plant outside of the tropics, where

it is typically grown as a perennial plant. It is the most popular garden plant and the second

most extensively cultivated plant in the entire world. The tomato is a great source of vitamin C

and has little calories. Fruit from one plant can weigh up to 2 to 4 kilograms. The delicate,

hairy stems of the tomato plant can reach heights of up to 9 feet. The leaves can range in

length from 4 to 24 inches and have 5 to 9 leaflets. The tomato plant produces tiny, yellow

flowers with five angular lobes on the corolla. The actual fruit is green when it is immature and

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most types turn rich crimson when they are fully ripe. The tomato plant grows best in warm

temperatures.

Figure 1. The

The tomato plant is a delicate developing plant and cannot withstand a freeze, make

sure your nighttime temperature does not drop too low. A deep, loamy, well-drained soil is

ideal for growing tomato plants. There should be enough of organic matter and nutrients in

the soil. Phosphorus fertilizers work best for tomato plants, whereas excessive nitrogen

fertilization might lead to rapid vine development but very little fruit. (Beneda , n,d.)

2.2. Rice Water

Rice water is a nutritional kitchen by-product that can be used to fertilize plants and

promote plant health because of the minerals and vitamins it contains. Rice water can be

used to water plants because it provides a sufficient amount of (NPK) fertilizer and minerals

for plants to effectively use while promoting a healthy bacteria population. This results in

healthy plant growth. It can also be applied using any method and can also ward off unwanted

pests when fermented (Jakaria-Patulada, 2021).

2.3. Related Studies

Rice water is a well-known nourishing organic fertilizer for the plants, and at the

same time, can be used as a pest and insect control on fruit flies, plant lice, flea beetles, and

other pests (Kumar, 2018).

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 In the study of Noviyanty and Salingkat (2018) entitled “The effect of Application of

rice dishwater and manure as organic fertilizer to the growth of mustard (Brassica juncea L.)”

states that, the rice washing water did not significantly affect plant height and number of

leaves on the mustard green. It further showed that the use of rice water on mustard plants

bear no significant effect on the plant’s height and number of leaves. In addition, the

“Descriptive results of vegetative growth of Rawit Chili Malita FM after giving liquid organic

fertilizer rice water” by Febriyanti et al. (2021) found that the provision of rice water for plant

height, number of leaves, leaf length, and leaf width in 100% concentration of rice water POC

has faster growth than concentration of 0% water POC for rice water or the control treatment.

Also, in the study of Hormiguera(2016) entitled “The Effect of Rice water on the Growth of

Garlic Plant (Allium sativum)”, the study revealed that the rice water is best to water garlic,

because all the plant that has watered with tap water has a slow response on their growth.

Based on the results of the research study, it can be concluded that the rice water can

expand the growth of garlic.

The wastewater from washed rice water (WRW) is often recommended as a source

of plant nutrients in most Asian countries (Nabayi et al., 2021). Rice water contains many of

the nutrients plants need to grow! Studies have found that rice water for plants increased the

growth of many varieties, including tomatoes, lettuce, mushrooms, peppers, and garlic

(Charles, M. 2022).

An evaluation of WRW on
the growth of both tomato
and eggplant at di erent

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concentrations of the WRW
gave a signicant higher yield
of their test crops such as in
plant height, leaf number, and
fresh plant weight (Istiqomah,
2012; Ariwibowo, 2012).
An evaluation of WRW on
the growth of both tomato
and eggplant at di erent
concentrations of the WRW
gave a signicant higher yield
of their test crops such as in
plant height, leaf number, and
fresh plant weight (Istiqomah,
2012; Ariwibowo, 2012).

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An evaluation of WRW on
the growth of both tomato
and eggplant at di erent
concentrations of the WRW
gave a signicant higher yield
of their test crops such as in
plant height, leaf number, and
fresh plant weight (Istiqomah,
2012; Ariwibowo, 2012).

3. MATERIALS AND METHOD

3.1. Research Design

This study used the correlational and descriptive research since we aim to track the

differences of the growth of tomatoes using different kinds of watering agent.

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3.2. Study Area

The study was conducted in Mindanao State University at Naawan- Integrated

Developmental School, Zone 3-Poblacion, Naawan, Misamis Oriental, 9023 (Figure 2).

3.3. Subject of the Study

Tomato (solanum lycopersicum) was the subject of the study. There were 20 pots of

tomato prepared by the researchers, ten (10) pots for experimental group and ten (10) pots

for the control group.

3.4. Data Gathering Procedure

3.4.1. Preparation of Soil

This study prepared loam soil for the tomato seed germination. The soil was

poured by boiled water to get rid of unwanted insects. The soil was mixed well and sun

dried for 1-2 days.

3.4.2. Preparation of Watering Agent

The researchers collected the washed water from the prepared rice with the ratio

of 1:1, since the researchers consume rice everyday. The researchers used 1:1 ratio of

water and rice in washing the rice grains. Then soaked within three minutes and then

decanted. The decanted water was stored in enclosed bottle and placed in a room

temperature.

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 Figure 2. Map showing the location of the Study Area.

3.4.3. Germination of the Tomatoes

The prepared soil was placed in a 18 cm long diameter basin with the hole at the

bottom. The seeds were planted 1.5 inch below the surface. Tomato seeds kept at warm

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 room temperature and sprayed with water twice daily. After a week, tomato seedling

break the surface. The germination took 15 days before they transferred in a pot.

3.4.4. Plantation of Germinated Tomato

The researchers prepared 20 pots with 8inch diameter and has 500g of soil each

pots- 10 pots each row, so there are 2 rows to be exact. The first row which is Set-up T is

watered by tap water (300 mL) while, the second row which is Set-up R is watered by

Rice water. The tomato plants from set-up T and set-up R were watered equally every

morning. The desired ratio for the tap water and rice water was 1:1. The plants also

received equal amount of sunlight. During rainy days the researchers covered the tomato

plants with tarp to avoid any factors that may affect the tomato plants.

3.5. Collection of Data

The data collected by measuring the height of tomato plant from the soil's surface

area to its tallest point. Throughout the course of the study, the height of the 20 plants are

noted every week.

3.6. Statistical tool

This study employed mean to analyze the gathered data.

3.6.1. Mean

The mean was used to determine the average height of the tomato plants.

3.6.2. T test

The T test is used to determine the significant differences of the means of the two

set-ups- set-up R and set-up T.

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Where: x1 is the mean length of the set-up R

x2 is the mean length of set-up T

S12 is the standard deviation of set-up R

S22 is the standard deviation of set-up T

n1 is the number of observations in set-up R

n2 is the number of observations in set-up T

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 4. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

The growth in terms of the length of tomatoes watered with rice water (Treatment 1) and

tap water (Treatment 2) was determined for 30 days (see Figure 1). First measurement was

done on March 5, 20223, exactly a week after the germinated tomatoes were transplanted.

After which, monitoring and measurement were done weekly (see data in Appendix Table 2A

& 2B). The researchers then determined the difference in the length of each seedling from the

first measurement to the fourth (Figure 2).

Figure 1. The grown tomatoes after 30 days of watering rice water and tap water.

Figure 2 showed the difference on the growth of the study specimen for four weeks of

monitoring. Based on the data and the figure above, seedlings watered with Tap Water grew

longer than Rice water during the first week. In the second, third and fourth week however,

seedlings watered with Rice water grew longer than the seedlings with Tap Water. This

means that tomatoes when watered with Rice Water has better growth than with Tap water

only. Based also on the ocular observation of both treatments, tomatoes in Treatment 1 were

healthier having fatter stems as compared with Treatment 2.

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44.5
45
40 38.4

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Length in centimeter

30
25
20
14.53
15 13.14

10
5 2.8 2.9 4.05 3.8

0
week 1 week 2 week 3 week 4

RW TW

Figure 2. Comparison of the mean length of tomatoes for four weeks of monitoring.

In order to determine if there is a significant difference between the growth of Treatment 1

and 2, test of significance using t-test was done at 0.05 level of significance. Table 1 showed

the outcome of the t-test. The computed value of t-test (2.13) is larger than the tabular p-value

(1.7340), which means that the null hypothesis is being rejected. Thus, there is a significant

difference between the growth in terms of the length of tomatoes watered with Rice water and

tap water.

Sample
TREATMENT Mean Std. Deviation Variance t-test Result p-value
(n)
Rice water 10 44.5 6.553201084 42.94 2.08 1.734

Tap water 10 38.4 6.586180819 43.38

Table 1. t-test result at 0.05 level of significance.

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 5. SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION

5.1 Summary

The purpose of the study was to determine the effectiveness of rice wash water as

organic fertilizers on tomato growth (Solanum lycopersicum). It specifically sought to identify

any notable variations in plant height. A quantitative experimental research approach was

adopted for the investigation. The research was carried out in 2023 at MSUN-IDS, Naawan

Misamis Oriental. T- test was used in the study to examine the outcome. The tomato plant

(Solanum lycopersicum) grew significantly differently depending on the set-up, according to a

T-test, in terms of height. Despite a number of elements that contribute to the study's findings

(temperature, insects and pests, animals, time of day, and distribution of sunlight could affect

tomato growth) had a small effect on tomato growth performance.

5.2 Conclusion

This study found that rice wash water works well as a plant fertilizer, and it was

especially beneficial on tomato plants.

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 6. IMPLICATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

6.1 Implication

1. The result implies that rice water is an effective fertilizer.

2. This research further indicates that rice wash water is more beneficial in

growing tomato plant than just using tap water,

6.2 Recommendation

With the data gathered, the researchers strongly recommend the following for

further study:

1. Longer study period should be done in order to obtain better findings, such as

tomato production and weight.

2. Use different brand of tomato seedlings treatments. More analytical results may

be obtained using varieties of tomato seedling sold by different sellers.

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Bhattarai (2020).Rinsed Rice Water For Plants: Using Procedure And Benefits. Retrieved
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Charles, M. (2022). Rice Water for Plants – Facts, Benefits, and Disadvantages. Retrieved
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APPENDICES

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Appendix Table 1. BUDGETARY REQUIREMENTS

MATERIALS USED TOTAL COST

Tomato Seedlings 100.00

Bus Fee (Biga, Bliss, Lugait, Misamis
360.00
Oriental) – 3 persons
Pots 250.00

TOTAL Php 710.00

Appendix Figure 1. The Experimental Set-up

Figure 1B. 2nd week height of tomato

Figure 1A. 1st week height of tomato
(Photo taken on March 12, 2023)
(Photo taken on March 5, 2023)

Figure 1C. 3rd week height of tomato Figure 1D. 4th week height of tomato
(Photo taken on March 19, 2023) (Photo taken on March 26, 2023

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Appendix Figure 2. Materials used

Figure 2A. The Pots Figure 2B. The tomato seedlings

Figure 2C. Machete Figure 2D. The Steel Tape

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 Appendix Table 2. RAW DATA OF THE WEEKLY GROWTH OF THE PLANTS

HEIGHT

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Week 1 2.5 3 3 4 2 3 2 2 3.5 3

Week 2 4 3 3 4.5 5 3 5 4 4 5

Week 3 15 15 13.97 16.51 12.7 13.97 12.7 15 17.78 12.7

Week 4 35 36 49 45 50 50 49 50 46 35

Table 2A. Weekly growth in height (centimetres) of the tomato plants using rice water.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Week 1 3 3.5 2 2 4 3 3 3.5 3 2

Week 2 3 5 4 3 4 5 3 4 3 4

Week 3 12.7 13.97 15 15 13.97 10.16 12.7 8.89 15 13.97

Week 4 32 43 37 38 50 29 46 32 40 37

Table 2B. Weekly growth height (centimetres) of the tomato plants using tap water.

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