Evaluación del rendimiento del cultivo de pepino (Cucumis sativus) frente a tres fertilizantes, en la parroquia Nuevo Paraíso

Abstract

Cucumber production in Nuevo Paraíso Parish face challenges linked to efficiency fertilizer, impacting quality and quantity crop. The information lack on crop response to different fertilizers generates uncertainty among farmers seeking to maximize productivity and reduce costs. This agronomic gap raises questions about the appropriate choice of fertilizers and their long-term sustainability. The research objective was to evaluate the effect of three fertilizers (Evergreen, Metalasote, Agrostemin) on the cucumber crop using a quantitative approach with an experimental design in field. Four treatments with three replications were applied, focusing on parameters such as: height plant, leaves number, stem diameter, number of flowers, yield per plant, average fruit in height and diameter, fruit average weight, together with an economic analysis. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) using Tukey's method revealed that Evergreen performed significantly better in several aspects, including plant height, number of leaves, stem diameter, number of flowers and fruit, as well as fruit characteristics, with a remarkable return on investment of 27.5%. In conclusion, Evergreen stood out as the most effective treatment for improving cucumber production in the region. Its positive impact, evidenced by an increased number of leaves favoring photosynthesis, highlights its potential to increase crop yield. This study provided valuable information to farmers in Amazonia, offering practical prospects for more efficient cucumber production over a three-month period.