Response of Parsley (Petroselinum Crispum) to Different Types of Bio-Inoculants

The study was conducted in L. De Leon St. Siniloan, Laguna, within the school premises to determine the response of parsley (Petroselinum crispum) to different types of bio-inoculants. The treatments used were BioGroe, Trichoderma and Mycovam. Complete Randomized Design (CRD) was employed in the experiment. The treatment was replicated four times. The data was analyzed using the analysis of variance (ANOVA) and Least Significant Difference (LSD).This study aimed to evaluate the growth characteristics and economic impact of parsley (Petroselinum crispum) when treated with different bio-inoculants: T1 (control), T2 (BioGroe), T3 (Trichoderma), and T4 (Mycovam). The parameters included plant height, number of leaves, stem length, root length, root weight, marketable weight, biological weight, cost of production, computed yield, net income, and return on investment over a four-week period. The results showed no significant differences in plant height among treatments in weeks 1, 2, and 4, with a trend towards significance in week 3. Significant differences were observed in the number of leaves by week 4, with T1 and T2 having significantly higher mean numbers compared to T3. Similarly, no significant differences were noted in stem length across all weeks. Root length and root weight exhibited significant differences, with T2 showing significantly higher values compared to other treatments. T2 also had the highest marketable weight and biological weight, significantly outperforming other treatments. The economic analysis revealed that BioGroe (T2) significantly improved computed yield, net income, and return on investment compared to other treatments, indicating its potential for enhancing parsley production economically. This study concluded that BioGroe is an effective bio-inoculant for promoting parsley growth and yield, with substantial economic benefits for farmers. These findings suggest that integrating bio-inoculants like BioGroe into agricultural practices can optimize crop yields and enhance profitability, contributing to sustainable agriculture.