Testing the Effectiveness of Organic TRIGGRR® on Cucumber Growth

Objective

To evaluate the impact of Organic TRIGGRR® on the growth, yield, and health of cucumber plants in an urban farming environment.

Materials

1. Cucumber seeds (Rijk Zwaan Cengal) 2. Organic TRIGGRR®
3. Perlite
4. Autopot system

5. Measuring equipment (ruler, scale)
6. A&B Fertilizers
7. EC meter
9. Growth monitoring tools (camera, notebook for recording observations)

Experimental Setup

1. Sample Groups:
- Control Group: Cucumber plants grown without Organic TRIGGRR®.
- Treatment Group 1: Cucumber plants treated with Organic TRIGGRR® as a foliar application.

2. Replication: Each group will have 12 plants.

Methodology

1. Seed Germination:
- Germinate cucumber seeds in a controlled environment to ensure uniformity in seedling size.

2. Transplanting:
- Transplant seedlings into Autopot system in polybag filled with perlite.

3. Application of Organic TRIGGRR®:
- Foliar Application: Apply Organic TRIGGRR® at the rate of 1ml diluted in 1000ml of water.

Apply every week. Make sure the plants are fully drenched.

4. Growth Monitoring:
- Measure plant height, number of leaves, and leaf area every week. - Observe and record any signs of disease or pest infestations.
- Weigh the total yield (fruit weight) at the end of the growing period.

5. Nutrient and Water Management:

- Ensure consistent watering schedules for all groups.

- Test EC regularly to maintain optimal conditions for cucumber growth (adjust EC to 1.8-2.0 if necessary).

Data Collection

1. Growth Parameters: Record weekly measurements of plant height, leaf number, and leaf area.
2. Yield Data: Measure and record the total fruit yield per plant at the end of the experiment. 3. Health Assessment: Note any occurrences of diseases, pest infestations, and overall plant vigor.

Expected Outcomes

- Increased growth rate in cucumber plants treated with Organic TRIGGRR®. - Higher yield in terms of both quantity and weight of cucumbers.
- Improved plant health and resistance to diseases and pests in treated plants.

Timeline

- Week 1: Seed germination and initial growth
- Week 2: Transplanting and first application of Organic TRIGGRR®
- Week 3-9: Regular application of Organic TRIGGRR® and data collection
- Week 10: Final data collection and analysis

Conclusion

This experiment will provide insights into the effectiveness of Organic TRIGGRR® on cucumber growth in an urban farming setup. Positive results could lead to recommendations for its use in enhancing urban agricultural practices.