BANANA PEEL FERTILIZER

Members:
Jhon Allen Dumosdos
Maki Angeline Endo
Janae Cruxette Ramos
Raquel Danday
John Kurt Camania
Kris Anne Mae Robles
Princess Raindel Dacutanan
Hannah Repolito

Group IV
Grade 9 Chorazin

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 Table of Contents

Dedication………………………………………………………………………… 4.
Acknowledgement………………………………………………………………... 4.
Chapter I ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Introduction……………………………………………………………………. 5.
Background of the Study………………………………………………………. 5.
Statement of the Problem……………………………………………………… 6.
Significance of the Study……………………………………………………… 6.
Scope of the study…………………………………………………………….. 6.
Scope and Limitations………………………………………………………… 7.
Hypothesis…………………………………………………………………….. 7.
Definition of terms……………………………………………………………. 7.
Resources……………………………………………………………………… 8.
Chapter II ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Related Literature and Studies………………………………………………... 9.
Related Literature…………………………………………………………….. 9.
Foreign Studies………………………………………………………………. 9.
Local Studies………………………………………………………………… 10.
Resources……………………………………………………………………. 11.
Chapter III --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Methodology………………………………………………………………… 12.
Methods of Researched Used……………………………………………….. 12.
Sources of Data……………………………………………………………... 12.
Data Gathering Procedure…………………………………………………… 13.
Resources…………………………………………………………………… 14.

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Chapter IV ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Analysis and Interpretation of Data………………………………………… 15.
Observations…………………………………………………………………15.
Observations…………………………………………………………………16.
Statement of the Problem (Answers)……………………………………… 17.
Resources…………………………………………………………………… 18.
Chapter V -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Summary of Findings…………………………………………………………19.
Recommendation…………………………………………………………… 19.
Conclusion……………………………………………………………………. 19.
Bibliography………………………………………………………………… 20.
Curriculum Vitae…………………………………………………………… 21.
Curriculum Vitae…………………………………………………………… 22.
Resources…………………………………………………………………. 23.

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Dedication
In this first situation, the researchers, will dedicate this kind of experiment or
product to; first is for God. Our Almighty god created the environment that god
love its creation including us. For God so love the world, God created humans to
protect the environment. Second is for the society. The researchers know that some
of humanities want to protect our environment while some of them don’t care
about protecting it, that’s why the researchers dedicate it so that we can make
balance between humans and plants. Lastly, is for the family or for the parents. Our
parents always choose for the best, and our parents taught us to do what is right,
that is why the researchers chose this product or experiment.

Acknowledgement
Acknowledgement is where the researchers, would like to thank of. The
researchers would like to thank first is the people who are related to this
experiment including the physicians, chemists, and the people who discovered
bananas.

Also, the researchers would like to thank Teacher Danica Cabias and
whoever created this Science Investigatory Project. In this situation. We, the
researchers, learned a lot from step by step, from chapter 1 to 5, and the
experiment that we chose. And Lastly, thank you Lord for having this time.

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 Chapter I
Introduction

This chapter contains Background of the Study, Statement of the problem, Significance of the
study, Hypothesis, and Definition of Terms.

Background of the Study

We chose this problem because we can make a plant easier to grow by using banana peel
fertilizer. We chose banana peel as fertilizer because we can prove that it can grow faster without
using toxic materials. We Believe that Banana Peel Fertilizer can make a plant grow faster
because a Musa or commonly known as Banana contain a high amount of vitamin B6 and B12,
as well as Magnesium and Potassium and We also chose this problem because it is cheaper the
purchasing branded Fertilizers.

According to Antonius Musa, Bananas are the fruit of Musa Acuminata, he was the
personal physician to Roman emperor Octavius Augustus, and it was he who was credited for
promoting cultivation of the exotic African fruit from 63 to 14 B.C. Portuguese sailors brought
bananas to Europe from West Africa in the early 15th century. Its Guinean name banema, which
became banana in English, was first found in print in the 17th century.

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Statement of the Problem

1. What important factors does the Banana peel have that makes it become as a fertilizer for
plants?
2. Can the Banana peel fertilizer do a better job compared to the commercial ones?
3. Can the Banana peel Fertilizer protect the plant from getting infested with pests?
4. How many days will it take for the plants to grow when using Banana Peel fertilizer?
5. What are the other Benefits of Banana and How much will it cost to conduct this project?

Significance of the Study

Banana Peel Fertilizer can help a lot of people. In fact, it can also help the environment.
People whose hobby is gardening will be able to use this product since this project is a piece
of cake. This can also help people to save money since the ingredients are very cheap.
Therefore, you can make your flowers and plants bloom beautifully, can save money, and
help to save the earth.

Scope of the Study

This study was conducted in HSIS during academic year 2018-2019. The study focused
on the effect of the Banana Peel Fertilizer to any kinds of plants.

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Scope and Limitations

The main focus of this project is to see whether the Banana peel fertilizer will be able to
act as an alternative to the stone-bought fertilizers or not. In order to conduct this project, the
researchers will be needing materials for the project and research for additional information
about the project.

Hypothesis

Banana Peel Fertilizer can affect plants to grow faster

Definition of Terms

 Fertilizer – a substance that is used to make the soil fertile.

 Pests – an animal or insect that causes problems for people by damaging crops.
 Gardening – to work in a garden; to take care of plants in a garden
 Acuminata – means long pointed or tapering, not referring to the fruit, but to the
flowers giving birth to the fruit.
 Alternative – different from the usual or conventional
 Project – a planned piece of work with a specific purpose
 Conduct – the way that something is managed or directed
 Materials – a substance from which something is made
 Research – careful study that is done to find and report new Knowledge about
something.

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 Resources: http://survivalathome.com/using-banana-peels-in-the-garden/

http://stonefamilyfarmstead.com/banana-peel-fertilizer/

http://themicrogardener.com/diy-fertilizers-how-to-use-banana-peels/

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 Chapter II
Related Literature and Studies
This chapter contains Related Literature and Studies showing the past and present article
surrounding the use of Fertilizer.

Related Literature
According to history, Fertilizers (also spelled fertilisers) are compounds given to plants
to promote growth. Organized research into fertilizer began in the early 17th century. Modern
synthetic fertilizers are composed of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium compounds and
secondary nutrients are calcium, sulfur, magnesium. Nitrogen is used by plants for producing
leaf growth and greener, lusher leaves. The second number in a fertilizer content is phosphorus.
Phosphorus is used by plants to increase fruit development and to produce a strong root system.
And the third number in a fertilizer content is potassium. Potassium is used by plants for flower
color and size. It is also important to the strength of the plant. While manure (animal dung or
“pataba”) has been used to improve crops for centuries, the fertilizers were arguably one of the
greatest innovations of the Agricultural Revolution of the 19th century.

Bananas were originally found in South East Asia, mainly in India. They were brought
west by Arab conquerors in 327 B.C. and moved from Asia Minor to Africa and finally carried
to the New World by the first explorers and missionaries to the Caribbean. The mass production
of bananas started in 1834 and really started exploding in the late 1880’s. The word banana is
thought to be of West African origin, possibly from the world Wolof word banana, and passed
into English via Spanish or Portuguese.

Foreign Studies
According to Francis Bacon and Johann Gaubler, they describe the beneficial effects of
the addition of saltpeter to soil. Gaubler developed the first complete mineral fertilizer, which
was a mixture of saltpeter, lime, phosphoric acid, nitrogen and potash. As scientific chemical
theories developed, the chemical needs of plants were discovered, which led to improved
fertilizer compositions.

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 Organic chemist Justus Von Liebig (1803 – 1873), he contributed greatly to the advancement in
the understanding of plant nutrition. His influential works first denounced the vitalist(life) theory
of humus (components of soil), means arguing first the importance of ammonia (NH3), and later
promoting the importance of inorganic minerals to plant nutrition.Primarily Liebig’s work
succeeded in exposition of questions for agricultural science to address over the next 50 years. In
England, he attempted to implement his theories commercially through a fertilizer created by
treating phosphate of lime in bone meal with sulfuric acid.

The genus Musa (banana) was created by Carl Linnaeus in 1753. The name may be
derived from Antonius Musa (Augustus’ physician) or Linnaeus may have adapted the Arabic
word for banana, mauz. The old biological name Musa sapientum = “Muse of the wise” arose
because of homophony in Latin with the classical Muses.

Local Studies

According to this study, in the past, fertilizer has made a tremendous contribution to agricultural
transformation. David and Balisacan (1981) summarize the post-war history of the fertilizer
industry up to the 1970s. During the 1950s, the fertilizer industry was regarded as a “new and
necessary” industry exempted from taxes and custom duties.

Philippines is the second largest exporter of bananas after Ecuador, with some 2.6 m tonnes
exported in 2012. That year, the experts from the Philippines (essentially Cavendish cultivars) made up
98% of the Asian banana trade. 2/3 of the exported volumes were shipped to Japan, China and South
Korea.

Relevance of Related Literature and Studies to the Present Study

The related literature and the past studies helped the researchers to have an idea about to the current
study. It also supports the result and it serves as a foundation of the proposed study. It helps the
researchers to gather valuable data that can guide the researchers in our research. The review of related
literature and studies are essential to make sure that you are not repeating the work that someone has
already done earlier. And this also helps us to locate more sources of information related to our study or
research.

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it helps the researchers to gather valuable data that an guide us in this research. The review of related
literature and studies are essential to make sure that you are not repeating the work that someone has
already done earlier. And this also helps the researchers to locate more sources of information related to
this study or research

Resources: https://community.plu.edu/~bananas-brief-history/home.html

http://www.madehow.com/Volume-3/Fertilizer.html

https://www.encyclopedia.com/plants-and-animals/agriculture-and-horticulture/plants-and-animals

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 Chapter III
Methodology

This chapter includes the materials that the researchers will use, Methods of research used,
Sources of data, and Data gathering procedure

Materials:

Banana Peel Fertilizer, Soil, any kinds of seeds, pot, water

Methods of Research Used

In this chapter, the method that the researchers used to conduct this research is experimental
method. The experimental method is a systematic and scientific approach to research in which
the researcher manipulates one or more variables, and controls and measures any change in other
variables. Experimental method is the applicable way to manage our research because through
experimenting, the researchers will know whether this product will support our hypothesis.

Sources of Data

There are two types of sources, Primary and Secondary. A primary source is an original source
that documents an event in time, a person or an idea.Secondary sources involve analysis,
synthesis, interpretation, or evaluation of primary sources. They often attempt to describe or
explain primary sources.

In this research, the researchers use secondary sources such as journal articles that analyses
research. The researchers get this idea from an article in the internet that is about life hacks that
can help to make a thing productive than throwing it away.

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Data Gathering Procedure

First of all, the researchers chose this product through curiosity. The researchers want to know
and glad to you to know what is the beneficial effects and significance to every thing that matters
and a product that can help our environment even a little.

The Researchers chose Banana peel as fertilizer so that the researchers can recycle it
and not to waste it. Our goal is to simply make the plant grow faster. Plants help to produce a gas
called oxygen so that we can breathe properly. Furthermore, plants can also reduce indoor
pollution and save energy. Plants absorbs toxin and can improve indoor air quality. And if we
plant more and grow more plants, we can help and improve the environment once again.

In this data, the researchers will make a step by step procedure in Banana Peel
Fertilizer; there are 2 types, such that banana peel spray and planting banana peel. In banana
peel, the researchers prepare first our material which water, pot, soil, and our main ingredient is
the banana peel. In this procedure, the researchers did was composting.

o Step I

The researchers chop the banana peel into small pieces and put it in the soil.As they decompose,
banana peels add potassium as well as small amounts of nitrogen, phosphorus and magnesium to
the soil in a similar fashion as a slow-release fertilizer.

o Step II

wait for the banana to decompose.Because it is essential for good root and shoot growth,
phosphorus lends to overall plant strength. Calcium – Calcium is another nutrient important for

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 proper root and stem development. It helps with the breakdown of other necessary nutrients in
the soil like nitrogen.

o Step III

plant the seeds through the pot and sprinkle water.

Resources: https://explorable.com/experimental-research

https://www.library.unsw.edu.au/study/information-resources/primary-and-secondary-
sources

http://methods.sagepub.com/reference/encyc-of-research-design/n333.xml

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 Chapter IV
Analysis and Interpretation of Data

In this chapter presents the Analysis and Interpretation of data collected, in order to draw
the conclusion of the study.

Observations
In this chapter, the researchers plant seeds into two (2) pots so that we can observe and
compare which fertilizer could grow a plant faster, more nutrients, and the effectiveness. A
commercial fertilizer or our product, Banana Peel Fertilizer. Let us observe the first table.

Given EFFECTIVENESS DAYS will Nutrients

Fertilizers: plant grows
Banana Peel NPK
Fertilizer 80% Effective 5-6 days Iron, zinc,
calcium

Commercial NPK
Ones 20% Effective 7-8 days (Nitrogen,
Phosphorus,
Potassium)

Commercial Fertilizers is a substance containing one or more recognized plant nutrients and that
is used for its plant nutrient content or that is designated for use or claimed to have value in
promoting plant growth. Commercial fertilizers also include lime, gypsum, and manipulated
animal and vegetable manures.

In comparing effectivity, Banana Peel Fertilizer is more effective than a commercial

one. Fruits contain a high amount of antioxidants that are beneficial to our plants in many ways.

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 According from our experiment, Banana Peel Fertilizer took 5-6 days to make a plant
grow perfectly. However, a commercial ones took 7-8 days or a week.

In comparing their nutrients, commercial ones have Nitrogen, phosphorus and

potassium, or NPK, are the “Big 3” primary nutrients in commercial fertilizers. Each of these
fundamental nutrients plays a key role in plant nutrition. Nitrogen is considered to be the most
important nutrient, and plants absorb more nitrogen than any other element. However, A Banana
Peel Fertilizer also has NPK, but their big advantage is this peel has nutrients like potash, iron,
zinc, calcium, citrate content etc. Banana Peel contains high amounts of vitamin B6 and B12, as well
as magnesium and potassium. It also contains some fiber and protein.

Given EFFECTIVENESS DAYS will plant Nutrients

Fertilizers: grows
Banana Peel
Fertilizer

Commercial
ones

According to the second table, the researchers finalized which fertilizer has good
advantage. Banana Peel Fertilizer has more good nutrients, shorter days to grow, and more
effective than the other. We just prove that Banana Peel Fertilizer is better than the commercial
one.

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Statement of the Problem

1. What important factors does the Banana peel have that makes it become as a
fertilizer for plants?

According to the researcher’s consideration, Banana Peel Fertilizer has Nitrogen,

Phosphorus, and potassium. Banana Peel Fertilizer also has iron, zinc, magnesium, etc.
Banana peels also contain calcium, which helps plants take up more nitrogen, which
some potassium loving plants need. They also contain manganese, which helps with
photosynthesis; sodium, which helps movement of water between cells; and magnesium
and sulfur, both of which are helpful in the formation of chlorophyll.

2. Can the Banana peel fertilizer do a better job compared to the commercial ones?

Based on the researcher’s observations, Banana Peel Fertilizer did a better job
because of its advantages. It is effective to help the plant grow faster and because of its
nutrients. The more the nutrients, the more effective would be.

3. Can the Banana peel Fertilizer protect the plant from getting infested with pests?

Based on their nutrients, The NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium) or the

“Big 3” has its own benefits that can protect from any harmful things. Nitrogen is used by
plants for lots of leaf growth and good green color.Phosphorous is used by plants to help
form new roots, make seeds, fruit and flowers. And alsoPotassium helps plants make
strong stems and keep growing fast.

4. How many days will it take for the plants to grow when using Banana Peel
fertilizer?

According to the table, it will took 5-6 days, faster than commercial ones.Most
plants need fertilizer to grow and blossom, and nitrogen is a key nutrient.In fact, banana
peels not only carry large amounts of potassium and phosphorus, but they are also a good
source of magnesium, sulfur, calcium and nitrogen.

5. What are the other Benefits of Banana and How much will it cost to conduct this
project?

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 Bananas contain powerful antioxidants. Again, It is high in vitamins B6, B12,
magnesium and potassium. In conducting this project. You just need a pot, a decomposed
banana peel, seeds, and a water. In this project, you do not have to worry about it. Thus,
we can improve our environment and maintain our environment.

Resources : http://survivalathome.com/using-banana-peels-in-the-
garden/https://homeguides.sfgate.com/nutritional-values-banana-peels-plants-
58851.htmlhttps://www.stylecraze.com/articles/amazing-benefits-of-banana-peels/

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Chapter V

this chapter includes Summary, Conclusion, Recommendation, Bibliography, and

curriculum vitae

Summary of findings
Summary of findings is the chapter in which The Researchers discovered variety of things in our
product; Banana Peel Fertilizer.

In chapter 1, The Researchers discovered the product that it can help the environment,
we saw that this product is more helpful than to other product because it is related to our mother
nature. we also learned the Banana’s nutrients or vitamins which is Potassium, Magnesium etc.

In chapter 2, The Researchers discovered the documents, histories or where the banana
actually started. we learned its literature and studied the banana from foreign to local.

In chapter 3, The Researchers did the procedure of the Banana peel fertilizer or
methodology; we give every method and the sources of data, if it is primary or secondary. We
discovered where the source came from. we also know the beneficial effects and significance of
the product.

In chapter 4, The Researchers analyzed and interpret the data. we discovered the effects
of the product and its differenced. We gave survey forms about the product if it is effective and
we discovered that their answers gave a good response to this product.

Conclusion

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Conclusion is based on the findings of the study; it is briefly short but conveys all the important
information.

The Researchers can verify these words that Banana peel fertilizer or our product can
make the plants grow faster. Simply follow the procedures in making the fertilizer. We learned
many things that this product can protect the environment and the next generation of humans. A
small act is worth a million thoughts, it also gives a moral value to the society by saving our
mother nature

Recommendation

Recommendation is where we recommend the product or where the product has more
effectiveness.

The Researchers recommend and share it not just in every city, but in most populated
and polluted places. One of the recommended places here in the Philippines is Manila. Manila is
very polluted area because of too much vehicles, human populations, and smoking. We
recommend the place so that the pollution could less and help the ozone layer to become thicker.

The Researchers recommend this product to the farmers who likely to plant and helps to
save the environment. And also, The Researchers recommend to the parents who love planting so
that it may have benefits to the environment.

Bibliography

Bibliography is the chapter where the authors are included or being part of the Banana peel
fertilizer.

Here are the authors that is being part to our product:

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 1. Antonius Musa – was the personal physician, where Bananas are the fruit of Musa
Acuminata.
2. Francis Bacon and Johann Gaubler - describe the beneficial effects of the addition
of saltpeter to soil, developed the first complete mineral fertilizer

Curriculum Vitae

Resumes:

Raquel Danday
Birthdate: February 20, 2003
Gender: Female
Language: Tagalog
Religion: Christian

Maki Angeline Endo

Birthdate: September, 2003
Gender: Female
Language: Japanese, Tagalog
Religion: Catholic

Janae Cruxette Ramos

Birthdate: July 26, 2004
Gender: Female
Language: Tagalog
Religion: Christian

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Hannah Repolito
Birthdate: October 19, 2003
Gender: Female
Language: Tagalog
Religion: Catholic

Kris Anne Robles

Birthdate: December 27, 2004
Gender: Female
Language: Tagalog
Religion: Catholic

Princess Raindel Dacutanan

Birthdate: November 10, 2003
Gender: Female
Language: Tagalog
Religion: Catholic

John Kurt Camania

Birthdate: May 21, 2004
Gender: Male
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 Language: Tagalog
Religion: Catholic

Jhon Allen Dumosdos

Birthdate: December 23, 2002
Gender: Male
Language: Tagalog
Religion: Catholic

Resources: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/1130681.Jane_Harber

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/233760453_Chemical_Composition_of_Musa_sepient
um_Banana_Peels

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