Department of Agriculture
Philippine Center for Postharvest Development and Mechanization
RCEF Mechanization Program
Available Technologies
The walk-behind rice transplanter is designed for transplanting rice seedlings into a puddled and levelled field. It is recommended for small to medium sizes of farms.
This requires less time than the manual transplanting and minimizes the drudgery and cost of rice transplanting. Also, it ensures higher crop productivity and optimum plant spacing and number of seedlings per hill.
Moreover, it uses less labor and ensures timely planting.
| Engine | Minimum of 4 hp gasoline |
|---|---|
| Number of rows | Minimum of 4 |
| Row spacing | 30 cm |
| Hill spacing | 12-21 cm |
| Planting efficiency | Minimum of 80% |
| Component | Seedling tray (1,500 pcs) |
| Labor requirement | 1 person |
