CATBALOGAN CITY, Philippines— In support of the global goal to ensure food security, agricultural productivity, and sustainable farming practices, Samar State University (SSU) champions the Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) through the study, “Impact of Organic Fertilizer from Philippine Tree Fern (Cyathea contaminans) Leaves on Tuber Performance of Sweetpotato,” published in the Scopus-indexed ASEAN Journal of Scientific and Technological Reports. The paper is authored by SSU Professor Dr. Marife Mustacisa-Lacaba.
Published in Vol. 28, No. 6 (2025), the study explores how organic fertilizer derived from the leaves of the Philippine tree fern can improve the growth and yield of sweet potato — a staple and high-value crop in many rural communities. Results showed that this natural fertilizer enhanced tuber performance, thereby offers an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to chemical fertilizers.
SSU’s research agenda continues to align with the United Nations’ call to end hunger, achieve food security, and promote sustainable agriculture. By advancing community-based agricultural innovations, the university strengthens its role as a regional leader in promoting SDG 2: Zero Hunger — ensuring that scientific discoveries directly benefit Samareños, Filipinos and their families.
You may access this study through this link: https://ph02.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/tsujournal/article/view/258761/172831