Ube planting materials (Pananim na ube): how it’s made, who buys it, how to start
Tubers, tuber pieces (setts) and tissue-cultured plantlets for planting. Farmers say this is the biggest shortage holding the industry back, so good planting material sells.
Part of the ube it comes from: vines and planting materials (Baging at pananim).
How it’s made
- Set aside healthy tubers from the harvest instead of selling all of them.
- Cut them into setts with an eye or skin on each, and let the cuts dry; or grow tissue-cultured plantlets from a lab.
- Sell them for the planting season, labelled by variety.
Who buys it
Farmers, co-ops, LGU and DA planting programs, and new growers.
Rules to know
Nurseries can be accredited by the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI), which helps for government programs. Requirements change, so confirm with the agency before you start selling.
Where it’s made in the Philippines
Bohol (home of Kinampay), Bukidnon, Romblon and other growing areas.
How to start small
Keep part of every harvest for planting material, and label the variety honestly. True-to-variety material is what buyers pay for.
Who makes it on the map
No one on the map makes ube planting materials yet.
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