The SPAMAST Research Journal (SRJ) is a peer-reviewed scholarly publication dedicated to disseminating high-quality research across various disciplines. Established in 1998, the journal serves as a platform for academics, researchers, and practitioners to share findings, innovations, and advancements in their respective fields, contributing to knowledge and technology development. Originally focused on agriculture and fisheries in Davao Occidental and surrounding provinces, SRJ has expanded its…
Mangrove rehabilitation represents a significant public investment in Davao Occidental; however, outcomes remain inconsistent and, in many cases, inefficient. Empirical field evidence from the municipalities of Malita and Santa Maria indicates survival rates ranging from 70% to more than 95%. This variability is primarily attributed to persistent site–species mismatch, continued overreliance on…
Dissolved oxygen (DO) is a fundamental indicator of water quality and a key regulator of biological, chemical, and physical processes in coral reef ecosystems. This study investigates global research trends on dissolved oxygen from 2000 to 2025 using a comprehensive bibliometric approach. A total of 738 publications from 276 sources were analyzed through performance metrics and science mapping…
This study, conducted at Sustainable Agriculture and Fishery Enterprise (SAFE) in Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) Buhangin campus, Buhangin, Malita, Davao Occidental, explored the development and acceptability of a ready-to-drink (RTD) vegetable juice using varying combinations of carrot, chayote, and bottle gourd. A Completely Randomized…
The purpose of the study was to explore the lived experiences of exited 4P's beneficiaries through the Ecological System Perspective in Malita, Davao Occidental, using a phenomenological research design. A purposive sampling technique was used in the selection of two (2) household participants of the study. In the collection of qualitative data, a structured interview guide questionnaire was used…
Focusing on aquatic and marine ecosystems, this paper provides a full bibliometric review of scientific literature on anthropogenic activities and environmental impacts. The analysis based on a dataset of 1,000 published documents between 1999 and 2015, which emanated from 539 sources, considered factors such as trends in publications, thematic structure, collaboration patterns, and field…
This study evaluates the primary productivity of coastal waters in Barangay Culaman, Malita, Davao Occidental, by analyzing physicochemical parameters and chlorophyll a concentration. The choice of these parameters was based on their significance in understanding the health and productivity of marine ecosystems. Surface and sub-surface water samples were collected from ten sampling points, and…
This qualitative study explores speaking anxiety among students at the Southern Philippines Agri-Business and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST). Through interviews, two primary sources of anxiety—lack of self-confidence and fear of negative judgment—were identified. Students cope mainly through self-preparation and systematic exposure. Lessons learned highlight the importance of…
This study aimed to assess and explore the levels and relationships among low self-control, cyber victimization, and cyberspace addiction among students of Southern Philippines Agribusiness and Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST). Using a descriptive-correlational research design, the study involved 359 participants who completed adapted survey questionnaires. The results revealed…
This study investigated how self-regulation attitude mediates the relationship between social support and aggression among senior high school students in Davao Occidental. Using a descriptive-correlational design, the research sample included 110 students from eight secondary schools. The study employed standardized questionnaires: Sarason et al. (1983) for social support, Miller and Brown (1991)…
Fish street vending is an important activity that gives employment opportunities to many women. The goal of this study is to determine the occupational difficulties of women street vendors as well as how they cope and act in the face of adversity, and their learning insights while doing the job. The researchers employed a transcendental phenomenological design that involves the researcher…
