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Caracterización de Abono Orgánico del Cerdo Criollo de Traspatio, Bajo una Dieta Tradicional en Salache
(Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC) Ciencias Agropecuarias y Recursos Naturales. Agropecuaria, 2026-11-12) Caizaluisa Cangui, Erick Fabricio; Tapia Borja, Alexandra Isabel
Currently, an efficient management of administrative processes is a key factor for the success of companies essentially in the field of transportation, which is why the present investigation had as its general objective the design of an administrative management model for the Company. Pucayacu Mixed Transport of La Maná county, Cotopaxi province through a situational diagnosis that allows to improve the quality of service to the users, because the organization faces multiple problems one of them is the lack of an administrative management model, this prevents that operates with an organized structure to develop an efficient administration, causing disagreement of the partners. For the fulfillment of this purpose, the use of bibliographic research was used for the collection of theoretical information, field research during the development of interviews and surveys. Among the methods used are the deductive and analytical methods that were very useful for the deduction and analysis of the results obtained through the techniques of the interview addressed to the president and the surveys made to the members and users. The situational diagnosis at the administrative level showed that there is no strategic direction and there is a lack of training in the administrative area due to the lack of an administrative management model, therefore the design of the administrative management model Malcolm Baldrige was considered pertinent. strategy on leadership, evaluation test for the administrative area, the design of a strategic direction, strategies for measuring the level of satisfaction to users through the implementation of mailboxes, the development of training on topics such as teamwork and attention to the client, which will improve each one of the administrative processes of the transport company Mixto Pucayacu.
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Evaluación de enmiendas orgánicas, humus y bio-compost en la recuperación de las propiedades físicas y químicas del suelo en las terrazas de banco, Salache. 2026
(Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC) Ciencias Agropecuarias y Recursos Naturales. Agropecuaria, 2026-11-12) Cadena Sánchez, Melanie Abigail; Castillo de la Guerra, Clever Gilberto
This study was carried out on the bench terraces at the Salache Campus, Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (Ecuador), with the aim of evaluating the effects of organic amendments earthworm humus and bio-compost at rates of 4, 8 and 12 t ha⁻¹ on the recovery of soil physical and chemical properties and the growth of bluegrass (Poa pratensis L.) as an indicator plant. A completely randomized block design with a 2×3 factorial arrangement and three replicates was implemented, the soil amendments were applied fractionally at 0, 30 and 60 days of the vegetative growth cycle, and initial and final soil samples taken at 0 and 90 days respectively for physico-chemical analysis. The results showed that treatments with doses of 12 t ha⁻¹, such as H12 (humus) and C12 (bio-compost), achieved the greatest increases in nitrogen (15–16 ppm), organic matter (0.82–0.85 per cent), potassium, calcium and magnesium, as well as reducing the pH from 9.93 to values between 8.50 and 8.60. The soil texture remained silty loam, with no significant changes in the proportions of sand, silt and clay, given that the study period was four months. Bluegrass exhibited a normal growth curve and biomass was higher in the treatments with 12 t ha⁻¹, with H12 standing out as having the highest average height (51.36 cm) and fresh matter yield (3.19 kg m⁻²). The economic analysis revealed that, although the treatments with humus entailed higher costs, the bio-compost proved to be more cost-effective without compromising agronomic effectiveness. It is concluded that the application of organic amendments at a rate of 12 t ha⁻¹ is a viable and effective alternative for restoring the chemical and physical properties of degraded soils on bench terraces, thereby promoting sustainable agriculture in the Andean region.
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Evaluación de la adaptación del mortiño (Vaccinium floribundum Kunth) con la aplicación de tres materias orgánicas con tres dosis en el Campus Salache
(Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC) Ciencias Agropecuarias y Recursos Naturales. Agropecuaria, 2026-11-12) Basantes Sasig, Erika Carolina; López Castillo, Guadalupe de las Mercedes
This research was conducted due to the decline in natural populations of mortiño (Vaccinium floribundum Kunth). The constant extraction of fruit and plant material, coupled with deforestation, ecosystem fragmentation, páramo burning, and the use of branches for floral arrangements, has led to a progressive decrease in natural mortiño populations. The research aimed to evaluate the adaptation of mortiño (Vaccinium floribundum Kunth) to the application of three organic materials (chicken manure, guinea pig manure, and cattle manure) at three different doses, under controlled conditions at the Salache Campus of the Technical University of Cotopaxi. A completely randomized design with a 3 × 4 factorial arrangement was used, evaluating agronomic variables such as rooting percentage, number of branches, length of primary branches, number of secondary branches, plant height, stem diameter, humidity, temperature, pH, and electrical conductivity, over a period of four months. The establishment rate reached 91.67%, demonstrating adequate initial adaptation of the plants to the cultivation system. Statistical analysis showed no significant differences (p > 0.05) between treatments in the evaluated growth variables; however, the means obtained allowed us to identify treatment m3d3, corresponding to bovine manure at a dose of 2.25 kg per 25-liter pot, as the one with the best agronomic performance. This treatment presented the highest values in primary branch length (4.9 cm), plant height (4.9 cm), stem diameter (3.9 mm), number of secondary branches (1.46), substrate moisture (67%), temperature within the optimal range (14–22 °C), pH (4.5), and electrical conductivity (1.07 dS m⁻¹). The improved performance is attributed to the contribution of essential nutrients from the bovine manure, mainly nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and calcium, which promote vegetative growth and root development. The aforementioned economic analysis of the treatment required a total investment of USD 173.21, of which 92.38% corresponded to labor and 7.62% to direct materials, with peat (2.50 kg) being the most expensive input in the m3d3 treatment. It is concluded that the application of bovine manure at a dose of 2.25 kg constitutes the most favorable alternative for the initial adaptation of mortiño under the evaluated conditions, providing technical information for future adaptation and conservation programs for this native species of the Ecuadorian Andes.
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Hábitos de estudio y brecha de género en el rendimiento académico matemático en la educación secundaria del Ecuador
(Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC). Pujilií. Pedagogía de las Ciencias Experimentales, 2026-11-12) Hidalgo Juela, Melany del Rocio; Llamba Sandoval, Sofia Aracely; Guaypatín Pico, Oscar Alejandro
The study is grounded in the premise that study habits are automatic behaviors facilitating self-regulated learning, wherein mathematical performance is recognized as a multifactorial phenomenon influenced by cognitive, emotional, and sociocultural variables. The issue at hand centers on the low level of mathematical competence in Ecuador, where students achieve averages below minimum proficiency levels, scoring 699 out of 1,000 points. Consequently, the research aimed to analyze the relationship between study habits and the gender gap in mathematical academic performance among secondary school students, utilizing institutional and INEVAL data from 2021 to 2025. The methodology employed a positivist paradigm with a quantitative approach and a non-experimental, cross-sectional, correlational-explanatory design, involving surveys and document analysis with a sample of 94 students. Key results revealed a very strong positive correlation (Rho = 0.956; p < 0.01) between the quality of study habits and academic performance. Furthermore, statistical tests determined that there were no significant gender-based differences regarding habits (p = 0.298) or performance (p = 0.214), with a small effect size (r < 0.16). National reports confirmed a convergence of scores, with a mean of 697 points for males and 696.6 for females. Thus, the findings indicate that the gender gap has narrowed significantly and does not act as a determining factor in academic success. Mathematical performance is closely linked to student autonomy and discipline; therefore, educational policies should prioritize the development of effective study techniques regardless of gender
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Resistencia antimicrobiana en la cadena láctea: uso terapéutico vs preventivo en bovinos y sus implicaciones One Health.
(Universidad Técnica de Cotopaxi (UTC) Ciencias Agropecuarias y Recursos Naturales. Agropecuaria, 2026-11-11) Acan Palag, Luis Alexis; Simancas Racines, Alison Cristina
The administration of antimicrobial drugs in dairy production is necessary to control diseases that affect the health, welfare, and productive performance of animals, primarily mastitis; however, their widespread use—whether preventive or without a diagnosis—can promote the selection of resistant bacteria, the presence of residues in milk, and the environmental circulation of resistance genes. The purpose of this research was to synthesize the evidence on the consequences of the therapeutic and prophylactic use of these drugs in the management of mastitis and dry-off therapy. The study characterized administration patterns, their relationship to bacterial resistance, the main environmental pathways of the resistome, and applicable interventions to reduce these risks. A structured literature review was conducted using a systematic approach and narrative synthesis, through searches of scientific databases, academic repositories, and the websites of national and international organizations. Documents were selected based on criteria such as publication date, language, relevance, access to the full text, and source quality. The information was organized using matrices for searching, selecting, characterizing, and extracting evidence. The results showed that clinical mastitis is one of the main reasons for treatment and that blanket dry-off therapy increases the herd’s exposure to antibiotics by administering them to animals with and without evidence of infection. In contrast, selecting cows or mammary quarters based on somatic cell count, health history, and microbiological diagnosis helps reduce unnecessary treatments. Resistance patterns were also identified in contagious and environmental pathogens and indicator bacteria, as well as risks of residue levels exceeding permitted limits. Manure, slurry, soil, and water were identified as routes of transmission for resistant bacteria and associated genes. Key interventions included bacteriological culture, veterinary protocols, selective dry-off therapy, internal teat sealants, health records, milking hygiene, and proper manure management. As a contribution, this review integrates production, health, and environmental evidence to guide responsible decision-making. Its impact relates to reducing blanket treatments, protecting food safety, and strengthening sustainable production systems without compromising udder health or animal welfare.