A Proposed Investigatory Project Titled Pine-Gar An Investigatory Project Presented to the Department of Business Administration Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Marikina

In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

By: Aluzan, Jinky M. Hermosada, Cindy L. Bitong, Andrea Quinones, Jennifer Evora, Mariah Roxanne Tantoy, Calvin Moral, Melody Belila, Janeth Bernardo, Rhomelin Balanguit, Frema Grace Cagoco,Regie Cleofe, Michelle

Submitted to: Mr.Ryan Habijan Lim

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER I

Introduction . 1 Background of the Study .2 Statement of the Problem .... 2 Significance of the Study ..2 Scope and Limitations .. 2 Definition of Terms . 2 Hypothesis..2

CHAPTER II Review of Related Literature and Studies .. 3

CHAPTER III Methodology ..3 Data Gathering and Method ....4 Conclusion4 Data Processing and Analysis 4 Acknowledgement...4 Bibliography5

Introduction

We all know that our countries today are suffering lack of nutrition. That was the reason why we want to launch this study, because we want to help our community to be useful. The Pineapple is a very popular fruit in many tropical parts of the world. The fruitlets of a pineapple are arranged in two interlocking spirals, eight spirals in one direction, thirteen in the other; each being a -we all know that our country today are suffering crisis. That was the reason why I want to launch this study, because I want to help our community to be useful. The Pineapple is a very popular fruit in many tropical parts of the world. The fruitlets of a pineapple are arranged in two interlocking spirals, eight spirals in one direction, thirteen in the other; each being a Fibonacci number. This is one of many examples of Fibonacci numbers appearing in nature. Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is the common name for a tropical plant and its edible fruit, which is actually a multiple fruit consisting of coalesced berries. It was given the name pineapple due to its resemblance to a pine cone. The pineapple is by far the most economically important plant in the Bromeliaceous. Besides being produced for consumption, it can be grown as an ornamental or houseplant, obtained from the crown of a supermarket fruit. Some sources say that the plant will flower after about 24 months and produce a fruit during the following six months, while others indicate a 20month timetable. Pineapple can be consumed fresh, canned or juiced and can be used in a variety of ways. It is popularly used in desserts, salads (usually tropical fruit salads, but it can vary), jams, yogurts, ice creams, various candies, as a complement to meat dishes and in fruit cocktail. The popularity of the pineapple is due to its sweet-sour taste. The core of the pineapple is continuous with the stem supporting the fruit and with the crown, a feature unique among cultivated fruits. Pineapple is used for many other things aside from consumption. In the Philippines, pineapple leaves are used as the source of a textile fiber called pia. This fiber can use in a variety of ways such as a wall paper and a component of furnishings.

Background of the Study

The word pineapple in English was first recorded in 1398, when it was originally used to describe the reproductive organs of conifer trees (now termed pine cones). The term pine cone for the reproductive organ of conifer trees was first recorded in 1694. When European explorers discovered this tropical fruit, they called them pineapples (term first recorded in that sense in 1664 because of their resemblance to what is now known as the pine cone).

Statement of the Problem -Does the pineapple (Ananas comosus) can be made as vinegar? Significance of the Study -It makes our study important because the root and fruit are either eaten or applied topically as an anti-inflammatory and as aproteolytic agent. It is traditionally used as an antihelminthic agent in the Philippines. A root decoction is used to treat diarrhea.

Scope of Limitation -I want to include in my study the other parts of the Pineapple that has extract so that I will determine which part have more extract .And also I will statistical test used to determine the possible limitations of the finding. Definition of Terms PINEAPPLE(Ananas comosus) - is an example of a multiple fruit: multiple, spirally-arranged flowers along the axis each produce a fleshy fruit that becomes pressed against the fruits of adjacent flowers, forming what appears to be a single fleshy fruit. VINEGAR - is a liquid processed from the fermentation of ethanol in a process that yields its key ingredient, acetic acid. Hypothesis -If we use the pineapple as vinegar, it can be useful to our community because it contains a proteolytic enzyme bromelain, which digests food by breaking down protein. Pineapple vinegar can thus be used as a marinade and tenderizer for meat. The

enzymes in pineapples can interfere with the preparation of some foods, such as jelly or other gelatin-based desserts. These enzymes can be hazardous to someone suffering from certain protein deficiencies or disorders, such as Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.

Review of Related Literature and Studies The pineapple. Native to South America, it was named for its resemblance to a pine cone -- the pine cone reference first appearing in print in 1398. The term pineapple (or pineapple in Middle English) did not appear in print until nearly three centuries later in 1664. Christopher Columbus is credited with discovering the pineapple on the island of Guadeloupe in 1493, although the fruit had long been grown in South America. He called it pia de Indes meaning "pine of the Indians." Today, Hawaii produces only ten percent of the world's pineapple crops. Other countries contributing to the pineapple industry include Mexico, Honduras, Dominican Republic, Philippines, Thailand, Costa Rica, China, and Asia. Methodology

a.) Materials & Equipment *Pineapple peelings *Water *Sugar *Yeast *Knife *Bottle/s b.) TREATMENT/GENERAL PROCEDURE 1. Wash peels before chopping finely. 2. Add enough water to cover and boil. 3. Strain and let cool to lukewarm. 4. For every 4 cups of juice add 1 cup of sugar and 1/4 tsp. yeast. 5. Fill into bottles and cover with cheese cloth or tissue paper.

Data Gathering and Method

-I observed that the Pineapple can be made as vinegar and it is useful to our community. Because it is affordable and Pineapple can be easily found in tropical areas like Philippines. Conclusion -Therefore we conclude that the Pineapple peelings can be made as vinegar and it is affordable like any other vinegar and also it is effective. ACKNOWLEGDEMENT This investigatory project would never been realized without the financial support, effort and unselfish assistance of the people who willingly helped the researcher. In due recognition of all those who contributed to the success of this study. The researcher extend her deep gratitude and heartfelt appreciation to the following: First of all, our almighty God, the creator and savior who give life, good health, wisdom and guidance to finish this investigatory project. Second, to our parents who supported us in terms of financial needs. And lastly to our Professor Mr. Ryan Habijan Lim who guide us how to make our investigatory being successful. Strength Pineapple Vinegar is rich in fruit fibers and helps in digestion and detoxification. Rich in enzymes and vitamin C, it speeds up skin repair and prevents hypersensitive and dry skin. Weaknesses The weakness of our product is very strong odor. Opportunity Making Pineapple Vinegar is easy. It is a good business you can start in your own home, with small capital investment is required. Pineapple- Vinegar is a very good preservative as well as condiment and is in vogue since long. It is used in many vegetarian and non-vegetarian and Chinese food preparations and snacks. It has got its own aroma and flavor. It is also used as a table enricher. Market for vinegar is wide spread. Its domestic use is limited but it is used in large quantities in restaurants, clubs and canteens and by the caterers.

Treats Our product "pine-Gar" is still really need to improved in terms of using high technology to produce a good quality of the product, especially in taste, smell and packaging . We also need to improve its Marketing Strategies like How to advertise it to the target consumers especially in Food Industry.

Political To accept our product in our society we will have a survey and also a free taste to our target consumers and to find out their opinions so that we can improve our product. Economical By introducing it to the society it must be affordable to achieve the trust of the consumer and added to it is good for health because it has an ingredients of pineapple. Socio- Cultural As all we know, Philippines were a tropical country. Pineapple and vinegar in our country is part of our culture and we are using it in our daily life.

Technology We are lack of using technology because we are new to business industry. And we are trying this product if this will be successful.

Bibliography

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