Farming practices and experiences of Meranaw sakurab (Allium fistulosum) farmers

Anabelie V. Valdez

Abstract


This paper used a case study research design aimed at investigating the farming practices and experiences of Meranao sakurab farmers in Lanao del Sur. A mixed method of quantitative and qualitative approaches was used in the investigation in which 10 Meranao sakurab farmers participated. They were purposively selected using a referral or snowball method. A survey questionnaire and an interview question guide were used as the instruments in collecting quantitative and qualitative data, respectively. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, since this case study was descriptive in nature, while qualitative data was thematically analyzed.  Quantitative findings revealed that 60% of the Meranao sakurab farmers were between 31-40 years old, male (100%), with an elementary level of education (100%), a monthly income of approximately 5,000.00 (90%), land owners (100%) with less than a one-hectare sakurab farm (90%), and with more than 15 years’ experience in sakurab farming. Results also showed that their farming practices conformed with the standard procedures in farming. The participants used hybrid farming strategies: an amalgamation of conventional, organic and indigenous farming system. Qualitative findings revealed four themes, namely (a) legacy; (b) change and support; (c) technology and technological skills, and (d) struggling to succeed as descriptions of their farming practices and experiences. Generally, the participants believed that farming is a way of life with a purpose and according to principles, while agricultural skills and knowledge are important to become a successful farmer.


Keywords


farming practices, farmers, lived experiences, sakurab

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