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Asia Pacific Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy (APJSAFE)
Published by Universitas Bakrie
ISSN : 23381345     EISSN : 28088948     DOI : -
Core Subject : Science, Agriculture, Social, Engineering,
Agriculture, Biological Sciences & Forestry Chemical Engineering, Chemistry & Bioengineering Energy Environmental Science
Asia Pacific Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy (APJSAFE), publish two times a year, publish papers in English reporting the results of original research (review paper, research paper, short comunnication, case report, editorial, reviews and news) in the following areas: Sustainable Agriculture, Food Technology and Sustainable Nutrition, Community Development and Scientific Communication, and Other related topics deemed relevant by the Editorial Board (Special Issues)
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Pertanian dan Biologi (Semua) - Ilmu Pertanian dan Biologi (Lain-Lain)
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Meliponitourism in the Philippines: Integrating stingless bee keeping and sustainable tourism for community development and biodiversity conservation Nicolas, Amelia
Asia Pacific Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
Publisher : Asia Pacific Network for Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy Network (SAFE Network)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36782/apjsafe.v13i2.538

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Meliponitourism, the integration of stingless beekeeping with sustainable tourism, is an emerging niche within ecotourism that combines biodiversity conservation, cultural heritage, and community livelihood enhancement. While countries such as Brazil, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Australia have developed established models, the concept remains relatively new in the Philippines. This study employs a case-based approach to examine Philippine meliponitourism initiatives, focusing on their ecological foundations, socio-economic contributions, and development challenges. Data were gathered from peer-reviewed literature, institutional reports, and indigenous knowledge systems, with triangulation ensuring reliability and breadth of perspectives. Findings show that stingless bees (Tetragonula spp.) support both agricultural productivity and unique tourism offerings through high-value products such as pot-honey, pot-pollen, and propolis. Philippine case examples—including research-led projects by CBSUA and UPLB, community ventures such as Balay Buhay sa Uma Bee Farm, and indigenous practices of the Ibaloi, Aeta-Tabangnon, and Higaonon--demonstrate pathways by which meliponitourism can advance income diversification, women and youth empowerment, and pollinator-friendly conservation. However, challenges remain, particularly regarding product certification, policy integration, and technical capacity. Comparative insights from global models underscore the importance of institutional support, diversified product development, and participation in international networks. The study concludes that with enabling policies, inclusive community participation, and research-driven innovation, meliponitourism in the Philippines can evolve into a triple-win strategy that advances biodiversity conservation, strengthens rural livelihoods, and fosters sustainable tourism innovation.
Proximate, functional, microbia, and sensory qualities of complementary food produced from acha (Digitaria exillis), malted pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan), grasshopper (Caelifera), and beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) flour blends Ibrahim, Jummai; Ayo, Jerome Adekunle; Anikwueze, G.U; Paul, Tailem
Asia Pacific Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36782/apjsafe.v13i2.546

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Complementary feeding is the introduction of other foods (solid and liquids) when breast milk alone is no longer sufficient to support the nutritional requirements for the infant. This study evaluated the quality of complementary foods produced from acha, malted pigeon pea, grasshopper, and beetroot flours blends at varied ratios (100:0:0:0; 85:5:5:5;75:15:5:5; 80.10:5:5;75::15:5:5 and 70:5:20:5 respectively); focusing on functional, microbial, and sensory properties for infants with  age range from 6 to 24 months. The data obtained were analysed statistically using Statistical Package for Social sciences (25.0) and the average mean scores separated using Duncan’s Multiple Range Test (DMRT) at p<0.05. Results shows that the incorporation of these ingredients significantly enhanced functional characteristics such as bulk density, water absorption, swelling capacity and foaming capacity with a reduced bulk density from 0.68 to 0.41%, while foaming capacity increased from 21.00 to 59.00% respectively, water absorption capacity and swelling capacity ranged 57.67 to 90.40, 55.60 to 80.63 g/cm³ respectively, with added malted pigeon pea making the blends more suitable for infant feeding. Total heterotrophic fungal count total and heterotrophic bacteria count in samples (C1 to F3) decreased from 2.3×102 to 1.9×102and 2.7×105 to 2.1×105cfu respectively, in samples fortified with increased malted pigeon pea. While (F4 to F6) range from 3.1×102 to 4.3×102,   3.8×102 to 5.7×1023.2×102 to 4.2×102cfu with addition in grasshopper this, increase has been associated with moisture. The total coliform count, total heterotrophic bacteria count and total heterotrophic fungal count of the produced complementary food were however, better than ogi ranged from 1.6×102 – 2.8×102, 2.7×105 - 3.8×105 and1.5×105 - 3.1×103 cfu respectively while, cerelac recorded none. The possible bacteriaare Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Aspergillus niger, A. flavus, A. parasiticus, E. coli, Yeast. Sensory qualities showed acceptability in F3 and F6 respectively. These findings suggest that the blends, particularly F3 and F6 (Acha75%+Malted Pigeon pea15%+Grasshopper5%+Betroot5% and Acha70%+Malted Pigeon pea5%+Grasshopper20%+Betroot5%) are nutritionally adequate, safe, and highly acceptable complementary foods with strong potential to address protein-energy malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies in infants. The study recommends further optimization, vitamin fortification, and strict hygienic processing to enhance the quality and scalability of these complementary foods.
Technology adaptation and productivity of queen pineapple intercropped with peanut, corn, and taro in the Bicol Region, Philippines Dacillo, Jasmin; Villagen, Joy
Asia Pacific Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36782/apjsafe.v13i2.593

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Queen pineapple (Ananas Comosus) is one of the primary commodities in the Province of Camarines Norte, Philippines, and is known as the sweetest variety of pineapple. The pineapple-based farming technology package is an integrated cropping model that includes intercropping peanuts (Arachis hypogaea), corn (Zea mays), and taro (Colocasia esculenta) with Queen pineapple. The project aims to enhance the productivity of the Queen pineapple growers in Camarines Norte through the adaptation of intercropping for Queen pineapple. The 80 farmer cooperators' site from Binatagan, San Felipe, Plaridel, Caayunan of Basud; Matanlang, and Lugui of Labo; and Dagotdotan and Maisog of San Lorenzo Ruiz were clustered to ensure the market through technology demonstration and capacity enhancement trainings. As a result, intercropping of Queen pineapple + peanut + corn + taro has significantly gained an additional income as early as 4 – 5 months before harvest of the Queen pineapple, which takes 16 – 18 months’ maturity. The ROI per crop gained from peanut was Php 18, 150.00/ hectare (28%); corn was Php 82, 896. 04/ hectare (67%); taro was Php 71, 647.50/ hectare (82%); and for the queen pineapple was Php 179, 780.00/ hectare (84.59%). The overall net income increased by Php 367,468.49 (+79.49%) and yield of 42 MT/ha. The study emphasizes the advantages of intercropping, including increase productivity, enhanced resource efficiency, lower labor and chemical inputs, pest and disease control, and maximizing the area. The study concludes that using this varied farming model can result in more resilient farming methods and sustainable food security.
Influence of vermicompost on the growth and yield of cucumber under different growing conditions Ishaq, Sawaira; Aman, Faiza
Asia Pacific Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36782/apjsafe.v13i2.554

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A research titled "Influence of vermicompost on the growth and yield of cucumber under different growing conditions" was carried out at the Horticulture Ornamental Nursery, The University of Agriculture Peshawar during summer, 2024. The experiment was laid out using RCBD (Randomized Complete Block Design) with a split plot arrangement having two factors. The first factor included growing conditions (Open field and Shade house with 50% shade), while the second factor comprised levels of vermicompost (0, 1.5, 2.5, and 3.5 tons ha-1). Results showed that both the factors significantly influenced the growth and yield attributes of cucumber. Cucumber plants grown under shade house conditions exhibited superior performance across most attributes compared to those grown under open field conditions. The highest vine length (81.07 cm), number of branches plant-1 (11.68), number of leaves plant-1(31.00), days to 50 % flowering (41.08),number of fruits plant-1(14.03), single fruit weight (237.55 g), fruit diameter (5.40 cm), fruit length(17.15 cm), fruit volume (170.83 cm3) and yield (20.56 tons ha-1) were recorded for those plants which were raised under the growing conditions of shade house. However, plants which were grown under open field conditions showed the lowest vine length (79.93 cm), number of branches plant-1 (8.75), number of leaves plant-1(25.64), days to 50 % flowering (36.46), number of fruits plant-1(12.63), single fruit weight (233.04 g), fruit diameter (5.07 cm), fruit length(16.28 cm), fruit volume (169.20 cm) and yield (19.10 tons ha-1). Similarly, application of vermicompost significantly improved the performance of plants across all parameters. Maximum vine length (84.65cm), number of branches plant-1(14.93), number of leaves plant-1(40.97), days to 50 % flowering (36.85), number of fruits  plant-1 (18.88), single fruit weight (248.7g), fruit diameter (6.65 cm), fruit length(18.68 cm), fruit volume (175.82 cm3) and yield (23.22 tons ha-1), while minimum days to flowering (36.17) were recorded at 3.5 tons ha-1 of vermicompost. The lowest vine length (76.02), number of branches plant-1(6.12), number of leaves plant-1(19.60), days to 50 % flowering(40.75), number of fruits plant-1(8.58), single fruit weight (221.27g), fruit diameter (4.13cm), fruit length (14.97cm), fruit volume (164.25 cm3) and yield (15.05 tons ha-1) were recorded in control plots where no vermicompost was applied. In conclusion, growing conditions of shade house showed positive effects on the growth and yield of cucumber compared to open field conditions during summer. Moreover, vermicompost at the rate of 3.5 tons ha-1 exhibited good effects on the growth and yield of cucumber. Hence, shade house conditions and vermicompost at the rate of 3.5 tons ha-1 are recommended for the better growth and production of cucumber during summer in Peshawar region.
Influence of Timing of Basal Fertilizer Application on Growth and Yield of Maize (Zea mays L.) in the Guinea Savannah Agroecology of Ghana : Influence of Timing of Basal Fertilizer Application on Growth and Yield of Maize (Zea mays L.) Alhassan Bawa; Mansuru Salifu; Abdul Fatawu Yakubu; Fuseini Jibreel
Asia Pacific Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36782/apjsafe.v14i1.646

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The time of basal fertilizer application in maize production influences the economic and biological yield of the maize crop in the sub-Saharan region and Ghana in particular. Therefore, inappropriate timing of basal fertilizer application in maize production is one of the major factors that reduces maize yield. Field experiments were conducted at the Tamale Technical University experimental field during the 2024 and 2025 cropping seasons from August to November each year to evaluate the effect of time of basal fertilizer application on the growth and yield of maize. The experiment was arranged in a Randomized Complete Block Design with three treatments and three replications. Data were collected on growth and yield parameters. The data were analyzed using analysis of variance, and treatment means were compared using the least significant difference test at a 5 % probability level. The results showed that timing of basal fertilizer application had a significant (p < 0.05) effect on the growth and yield parameters of maize. Maize plants that received basal fertilizer treatment at 4 WAP recorded the highest vegetative growth attributes while maize plants that received basal fertilizer treatment at 2 WAP produced the highest yield and yield components. The study concludes that the application of basal fertilizer at 2 WAP results in higher grain yield and yield components. It is therefore recommended that farmers apply basal fertilizer at 2 WAP to achieve optimum maize growth and grain yield.
Development and Characterization of Composite Flour from Sprouted Wheat and Cardaba Banana for Food Applications Racheal Babalola; Williams Addejuwon; Roseline Adebayo; Olubunmi Akindele; James Oyedokun; Oluwadamilola Ogunsade; Oluseye Abiona; Oluwatosin Ponnle
Asia Pacific Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36782/apjsafe.v14i1.649

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Demand for instant foods without health implications have caused a paradigm shift from the basic raw material (wheat grains) to composite flour. However, compositing does not provide some of the nutritional values desired by food processors, which has led to the need for alternative means of improving the nutritional value of flour for instant foods. The study explored the functional and pasting properties of sprouted wheat grains and cardaba banana flour. The WAC (186.51 to 262.38%), bulk density (0.44 to 0.64%), OAC (204.46 to 285.26%), foam capacity (102.68 to 120.92%), foam stability (62.30 to 89.45%), emulsion capacity (0.39 to 0.45%), and emulsion stability (35.74 to 54.64%) were determined. Results for pasting properties showed the peak viscosity (274.50 to 5750.50 RVU), trough viscosity (173.00 to 3684.00 RVU), breakdown viscosity (103.00 to 2066.50 RVU), final viscosity (281.00 to 6191.50 RVU), and setback viscosity (110.00 to 2507.50 RVU), peak time (4.73 to 5.24 minutes), and pasting temperature (0.00 to 85.95 ). The results obtained based on the pasting and functional composition showed that the sample's nutritional assessment was good; however, sample C (90 SWF: 10 CBF) had the best sample formulation based on the assessed nutritional properties.
Positioning Herb-Infused Cocoa Drinks for Market Success: A Pre-Market Study Melchor Solimen Lumiked; Cynthia Deponio Garambas; Karl Martin Barnuevo
Asia Pacific Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, Food and Energy Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): June 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36782/apjsafe.v14i1.642

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The cacao industry in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) is currently experiencing significant growth, with data indicating a steady increase in cacao production over the past few years. The study aims to introduce innovative approaches to further promote local cacao cultivation and production in the region. One such innovation involves creating cocoa-based drinks infused with locally available herbs, adding value to the cacao produced in the region. Specifically, this study focused on assessing the supply and demand for cacao and cacao-based food products, developing cocoa tablea and cocoa powdered drinks infused with various herbs, and determining the top three most acceptable and preferred formulations. A quantitative descriptive research design was employed for the sensory evaluation, market store checks, and supply and demand analysis. The findings revealed that the supply of cacao in CAR is sufficient to fulfill the requirements of processors producing cacao-based products. Furthermore, it was determined that pandan, guyabano, and turmeric were the most acceptable and preferred herbs for tablea, while thyme, pandan, and guyabano were favored for powdered drinks.

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