This document provides information about propagating fruit-bearing trees using scientific processes. It discusses the importance of proper planning, layout, and selection of land area when establishing an orchard. It also outlines several scientific propagation methods like grafting, budding, marcotting, inarching, and layering. Following these scientific processes ensures increased productivity, less plant mortality, and greater profit from higher quality fruit harvests. Safety and healthy practices are also important, such as using the right tools, wearing protective equipment, and applying organic fertilizers over commercial ones.

1. T. L. E.
Agriculture
WEEK 5 DAY 1

3. Can you recall the different designs of
orchard? Why proper planning and lay-
outing of an orchard is very important?
Proper planning and lay-outing of an
orchard is very important to ensure
proper growth of trees. Layout of an
orchard must be studied and selected
according to the type of land area.

4. Take a look at some statements
below and decide whether these
are the benefits of plant propagation
using scientific process or not. Put a
check (√) mark in each item
that are beneficial to plant
propagation and a cross (X)
mark if doesn’t.

6. Ler us learn to identify the
importance and benefits
derived in propagating
plants; using scientific
processes.

7. Trees have many uses as
enumerated in the previous
chapters/lessons. The number of
trees defines the love and care that
we give to our environment. Planting
trees is not only an enjoyable task that
serves as a past time, but can also be a
source of income or livelihood for the
family and the community.

8. Planting trees requires proper
knowledge and skills. The use of
scientific processes in propagating trees
ensures the increase of productivity.
Plant propagation is the process of
reproducing or creating a new plant or
seedling. It is a method of growing
new plants from seed or from parts
of existing plants.

9. Importance and Benefits of Plant
Propagation Using Scientific Processes:

12. There are strips posted below.
Read each strip and write YES
if it gives the importance or
benefits of propagating trees
using scientific processes
and NO if it doesn’t.

14. Instructions: Read the paragraph
below. Identify the importance or
benefits of plants propagation
using scientific processes
mentioned in the paragraph.
Write the importance or
benefits inside the oval.

17. Read each statement inside the
box. Encircle the box if the
statement shows the importance/
benefits derived from propagating
trees or fruit-bearing trees
using scientific processes
and cross-out if it doesn’t.

19. Do you know now the importance/
benefits of propagating trees using
scientific processes? Can you identify
them? Plant propagation is the process of
reproducing or creating a new plant or a
seedling. It is a method of growing new plants
from seed or from parts of existing plants. The
use of scientific processes in propagating trees
ensures the plants to grow fast and healthy, and
the increase of productivity resulting to more
harvest and profit gain.

20. Directions: I. Read each
statement below carefully. Draw  if
the statement shows the importance/
benefits derived from propagating
trees or fruit-bearing trees using
scientific processes. Draw  if it
doesn’t.

21. _________1. There is less mortality or death of
plants.
_________2. There are no benefits in propagating
trees and fruit trees using scientific processes.
_________3. There is less profit gained in selling
good quality fruit products.
_________4. Plants will grow in a short period of
time, strong and healthy.
_________5. Ensures high productivity of quality
plants.

22. II. Match the statement with the
right pictures that illustrate the
importance/ benefits derived
from propagating trees or fruit-
bearing trees using scientific
processes. Write the correct
letter in your notebook.

24. Salamat sa
Pakikinig!

25. T. L. E.
Agriculture
WEEK 5 DAY 2

26. TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT USED
IN PLANT
PROPAGATION

27. In our previous lesson, we learned
about the importance/benefit of using
scientific processes in propagating
trees. We learned that the use of
scientific processes in propagating
trees ensures the increase of
productivity.

28. There is less mortality or death of
plants caused by pests and diseases
and also there is more profit gained
when you have more harvest. You
can ask for a good price in selling
because your plants are in good
quality and the best kind.

29. Arrange the jumbled letters to
form a word representing each
picture.

31. Today’s lesson has something to do
with the words you formed.
We are going to identify the tools
and equipment used in plant propagation
as well as their uses. Can you name a tool
or equipment and site its uses? How can
plant propagation be a source of income of
the family.

32. The success of plant propagation
does not only depend on the skills of
the person doing it, nor the quality of
the plant being planted but also with
the materials or tools that you
are using in the propagating
process.

33. Tools and equipment play a vital role in
plant propagation using systematic
process. The availability of the
appropriate tools and equipment makes
the work easier, faster and helps in
the proper operation of the
different procedures in plant
propagation.

34. Tools and Equipment in Plant Propagation
Tools and equipment in propagating
plants include the following:

41. Write the letter that corresponds to your answer.
Write your answer in you TLE activity notebook.
1. Which tool resembles a table fork but much
bigger in size used in digging and preparing the
soil for the plants?
a. rake b. fork c. shovel d. trowel
2. Which tool is used for cutting tall
grasses and branches of trees?
a. bolo b. crowbar c. fork d. hoe

42. 3. It is a tool used to protect us from thorns
while gardening.
a. axe b. hoe c. shovel d. trowel
4. Which tool with a flat, sharp blade
fastened to a handle that is used for cutting
trunk of trees and their branches?
a. crowbar b. wheelbarrow
c. hoe d. axe

43. Directions: Read each situation below.
Put a check (√) mark if it is uses the
appropriate tools/equipment, but if it is
not, change the underlined word(s) to
make it right.
________ 1. You are told by your teacher to cut
small branches at the back of your school. You
use an axe thinking it was the right tool to use.

44. ________ 2. You saw that your “Gulayan
sa Paaralan” is not safe from animals.
Enable to protect it, you use pieces of
bamboo as fences.
________ 3. You use a water sprinkler
because you are assigned to
sprinkle water on plants every day.

45. ________ 4. The seedlings are ready for
transplanting. You use fork in order for
you to haul the seedlings from plant
nursery to garden.
________ 5. Your class needs a total of 1
kilogram of seeds in planting vegetables.
You use weighing scale to measure the
exact seeds needed.

46. Can you identify the appropriate tools or
equipment used in propagating plants? Can
you identify its function?
Tools and equipment in plant propagation
include hoe, rake, trowel, axe, crowbar,
bolo, shovel, fork, water sprinkler,
wheelbarrow, hose, sprayer, weighing
scale, pieces of wood, pruning shears
and garden gloves.

47. In propagating plants, we
should use the appropriate
tool for the appropriate
purpose to ensure the
efficiency of work and
safety of the user.

48. Directions: I. Match column A with column B.
Write the letter of your choice on your answer
sheet.

49. II. Name the tools/equipment in
the pictures below. Choose
your answer inside the box.

51. Salamat sa
Pakikinig!

52. T. L. E.
Agriculture
WEEK 5 DAY 3

53. Scientific Ways of
Propagating Fruit
Bearing Trees

54. Name some tools and
equipment that can be
used in propagating
plants? Can you tell their
uses?

55. Look at the pictures below, what does
these pictures shows? Are they in proper
ways of plant propagation?

56. Let us learn to
demonstrate
Scientific Ways of
Propagating Fruit
Bearing Trees.

57. Having the skills in planting means knowing
the scientific ways of propagating trees.
Scientific ways of propagating fruit-bearing
trees: 1. Grafting

60. 2. Budding

63. 3. Marcotting

64. 4. Inarching

65. 5. Layering

66. Here are the tips in performing the scientific
ways of propagating fruit-bearing trees:
1. Select a stem which is not too young or
too old.
2. Be sure the propagating materials are
of the same species.
3. See to it that the stock and the scion
are fitted well.
4. Do the propagation at the right time.

69. Instruction: Sequence the pictures from 1-5 as to
how the specific propagation is being done.
GRAFTING

71. The scientific ways of propagating fruit-
bearing trees can be done through
marcotting, grafting, inarching, layering,
budding and cutting.
A scientific way of planting is
necessary to ensure a healthy
and bountiful harvest. Always
remember the following:

72. 1. Choose the best place for
propagating.
2. Choose the best branch/shoot that
suits the season and the soil.
3. Put sufficient fertilizer in the soil.
4. Take care of the soil and the
plants regularly.

73. Instructions: Fill in the missing terms of a
specific step in marcotting/ layering/
budding/ grafting/ inarching.
1. In budding, _______ the ends tightly,
but be sure not to cover the bud with
tape.
2. In marcotting, keep the marcot _____
by watering regularly.

74. 3. In grafting, start at the cut surface of the
rootstock and make a ____________ through
the bark where each scion can be inserted.
4. In inarching, select a growing rootstock and
fitting it with a branch that will be grafted
by a ______________.
5. In layering, clip securely the branch
or shoot touching the ground and
________.

75. 6. Chico can be propagated
through __________.
7. In budding, on the rootstock,
about 15 or more inches from the
trunk, make a _______ across
the bark.

76. 8. Star Apple, Makapa, Guava, Langka
and Duhat can be propagated
through _____________.
9. In budding, wait for ___________ weeks
in cutting the tie so you will not girdle the graft.
10. Mango, Guava, Santol, Avocado and
Guyabano can be propagated through
__________.

77. Salamat sa
Pakikinig!

78. T. L. E.
Agriculture
WEEK 5 DAY 4

79. Healthy and Safety
Measures in
Propagating Fruit-
bearing Trees

80. “Health is Wealth.” Safety First. “We can
always hear these sayings everywhere.
How important are they to our lives?
Health is very important to us human
as well as to the animals, and trees.
The healthier we are, the better
chance for us to live better lives.

81. Same with trees, the healthier they
are, the more chance for them to
produce more fruits.
Aside from keeping ourselves
healthy, we must also prioritize
our safety in propagating our
trees.

82. Look at the pictures below,
what do the pictures show?
Write at least 2 to 3
sentences something
about each picture.

84. Let us learn about
healthy and safety
measures in propagating
Fruit-bearing Trees.

85. Healthy and Safety Measures in
Propagating Fruit-Bearing Trees
1. Have the right tools for planting trees
and fruits trees.
2. Use the right tool for the right
purpose. This insures efficiency
of work and safety for the user.

86. 3. Read labels of pesticides and insecticides
carefully before using. Follow instructions as
indicated.
4. Wear the proper attire when planting. Loose,
comfortable, and absorbent clothing gives
freedom of movement and feeling of
comfort and freshness. Wearing a hat
protects you from the extreme heat of the
sun. Wear mask when spraying
insecticides.

87. 5. Use organic fertilizer instead of those
commercial ones. It is economical and safer to
use. Commercial fertilizer when used in excess
can poison the soil.
6. Get rid of insects and pests that invade the
tree or seedlings. Destroy them right away
before they multiply and cause damage to the
tree. Aphids, plant hoppers, leaf rollers,
webworms, and ladybugs are some
common insects that feed on plants.

88. 7. One preventive measure to avoid tree infections
caused by insects is to build a fire and allow
smoke to penetrate the leaves of the tree.
8. Have a place for everything. Tools,
equipment, pesticides, fertilizers,
compost should be placed where they
should be. They should also be kept
away from the reach of children.

89. Here are additional tips that need to be
considered during propagation:
1. Before working make sure you have
freshened yourself (like taking a bath) in order
to work well.
2. Always wear complete personal protective
equipment which includes hairnet, hand
gloves, apron, boots if needed,
protective eyeglass, and face mask.

90. 3. Make sure tools and equipment are
working properly before using them.
4. Always follow instructions for use of
equipment.
5. Focus on the work at hand. Do not allow
yourself to get distracted.
6. Know your limits in working, seek help
whenever necessary.
7. Work in proper position. Make sure you do not
strain your back while working.

91. Activity time!
Instruction: Draw inside the box 2 examples of
personal protective equipment to be used in
propagating fruit –bearing trees.

92. In propagating fruit bearing-trees,
always remember that;
a. Organic fertilizers are more
practical and safer to use than
commercial fertilizers;
b. and always use the right tool for the
right purpose to ensure the
efficiency of work and safety of the
user.

93. Can you give any health
and safety measures in
propagating fruit-bearing
trees? Why are these
important?

94. Multiple Choice: Choose the letter of the
correct answer.
1. When spraying pesticides, wear
___________ and protective eyeglass.
a. boots b. face mask
c. head band d. none of the above
2. Organic fertilizers are more practical and
______ to use than commercial fertilizers.
a. safer b. dangerous c. economical d. harmful

95. 3. Read labels of pesticides and insecticides carefully
_______ using.
a. after b. later c. before d. none of the above
4. One should _______________first to freshen up
oneself before working.
a. take a bath b. seek help
c. watch news d. read magazine
5. Always ____________________ in using the
equipment.
a. watch your steps b. check your time
c. wear gloves d. follow instructions

96. 6. Before embarking on tree planting,
read books and magazines, consult a
_______________.
a. doctor b. physician
c. agriculturist d. math teacher
7. Commercial fertilizer when used in excess
can ____________ the soil.
a. poison b. fertile c. drunken d. beautifies

97. 8. The Tools, equipment, pesticides and fertilizers
should be placed where they should be. They
should also be ___________ from the reach of
children.
a. near b. kept away c. reachable d. buried
9. To avoid tree infections caused by insects, build
a _______ and allow smoke to penetrate the
leaves of the tree.
a. fire b. house c. ladder d. all of the above

98. 10. Know your ________ in
working, seek help whenever
necessary.
a. strengths b. weakness
c. lover d. limits

99. Salamat sa
Pakikinig!