Bomalang'ombe Parish - CVP Visit Report - Feb 1-2013

2013 CVP Companion Village Project 4th Visit Year Four February 1, 2013 Village Bomalang’ombe Pastor Lutango Tewele Companion Prince of Peace Lutheran Church Attendees 18 Weather for the past month Rainy & Wet Ag Institute staff Location GPS read. Pongolan , Roger and Venance 08013.670S 035053.134E 1990m asl Introduction The day was cloudy and rainy when we drove past the slippery road to Bomalang’ombe. Upon arrival we met a big audience of 18 villagers eagerly waiting to be taught. We went to see their corn and pyrethrum plots which are a distance away from the church. After looking at their plots, we returned back to the church where the meeting was conducted. Purpose of the visit • To observe the progress of the plot, deliver thionex insecticide and solve any arising problems concerning improved farming practices. Topics 1. Review of the handouts,  4th visit instructions • Discussion about germination, Replanting and Pest control • Weeding after planting • Monthly weeding after tasseling 2. Demonstration on second fertilizer application on corn There was demonstration on planting and fertilization of beans on rows 30cm apart and 10cm between plants. Also there was a demonstration on how do second applications of fertilizer in corn 3. Insecticide Application. We instructed them on how to apply the insecticide on both corn and beans and the recommended rates to apply 4. Delivery. Most of the items were delivered before except the thionex insecticide which was delivered on the day of the visit. Corn, bean and pyrethrum Plots Discussion Corn was planted on December 15, 2012. The plants looked good and well-spaced. The plot requires to be weeded, therefore we advised the parishioners to weed. Beans will be planted later in May. The pyrethrum plants looked good but in a weedy plot, therefore the parishioners were advised to weed the plot. Questions/Comments from Audience The attendees asked a few questions on the rate of insecticide to be applied, the second application of N fertilizer and how often one can apply the insecticide. Answers were provided for each concern. Conclusion The parishioners seemed interested and prepared to plant more of the pyrethrum. More than sixty members of the church were prepared to transplant pyrethrum this year.