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More and more Irrigators’ Associations (IA) in the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR) are signing up for the ‘Gulayamanan sa Patubigan’, a convergence program of the NIA and the IAs to utilize auxiliary spaces and canal embankments of communal and national irrigation systems for cultivating various types of vegetables. The NIA’s Gulayamanan sa Patubigan/Canal program is a government’s initiative to encourage community gardening among IAs and promote sustainable agriculture and supplement farmers’ income as vegetables may be sold through the KADIWA sa NIA and other market linkages. Crops planted along canal banks, aside from additional food source, also help in managing weeds and encourage farmers to visit and maintain irrigation systems. This results in better canal upkeep while also providing fresh food and possible additional income for farm families. As of August 20, 2025, there are 32 Irrigators Associations (IA) that have already cultivated canal embankments for vegetables and root crops, with some IAs already harvested and sold their produce in Kadiwa sa NIA. NIA and the IAs have also started coordinating with the municipal and provincial agriculture office for the provision of seedlings to be planted at the ‘gulayamanan sa patubigan’, tools and small group orientations on vegetable gardening. Photo…...

JOLO, SULU — The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Region IX, led by Regional Manager June Nathaniel S. Plaza, paid a courtesy visit to the 11th Infantry Battalion at Kuta Heneral Teodulfo Bautista on August 19, 2025, with Brigadier General Emmanuel Cabasan, Commander of the 1103rd Brigade, highlighted stronger collaboration as Sulu transitions from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to Region IX. Also present was the Agricultural Training Institute (ATI), represented by its OIC Assistant Center Director and Planning Officer Agustin Wagas, to stress the need for agricultural training alongside irrigation projects. The discussion centered on programs that directly benefit farmers and their families. NIA presented ongoing and upcoming initiatives such as solar-powered pump irrigation systems, while ATI emphasized modern farming training and support services. Other partner agencies include the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) for crop development, the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) for market access, and TESDA for technical education and livelihood opportunities particularly prioritizing farmers’ households. These inter-agency efforts aim to build sustainable rural communities by combining water, skills, and livelihood. Security and logistics concerns were also addressed to guarantee the seamless implementation of the projet. Brig Gen Cabasan assured that peace and order in…...

In photo (L–R): Ms. Lani M. Sumabat, CRC-B/IDS Chief; Dr. Roby V. Pagong, USEP Extension Division Director; Dr. Aristeo C. Salapa, Dean of the College of Development Management (CDM); Dr. Bonifacio G. Gabales Jr., SUC President IV of USEP; Engr. Dexter A. Sablaon, Acting Regional Manager of NIA-XI; Engr. Al Ted D. Abbot, EOD Acting Division Manager; Mr. Joel R. Soriano, AFD Division Manager; and Dr. Silverio V. Magallon Jr., Lead Technical Service Provider.by Desiree A. Demafeliz - Public Relations Assistant A / August 13, 2025The University of Southeastern Philippines (USEP) and the National Irrigation Administration Region XI (NIA-XI) have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to strengthen collaboration in Research, Development, and Extension (RDE) initiatives aimed at enhancing farmers’ skills, knowledge, and productivity.This broader partnership will focus on key initiatives, including the development of an Agro-Eco Tourism Design and Farm Management Plan for Project iBaLIK — aimed at promoting sustainable farming practices while opening opportunities for farm-based tourism — and the creation of a standardized Training Assessment Tool (TAT) to more accurately measure the effectiveness of agricultural training programs. Unlike traditional post-event feedback, which often centers on venue, speakers, and topics, the TAT will evaluate deeper indicators such as…...

The [National Irrigation Administration (NIA)/Local Government Unit/Organization] proudly announces the launch of “Tuloy ang Daloy”, a flagship initiative dedicated to ensuring the continuous flow of water for communities, agriculture, and sustainable development.The program highlights the importance of effective water management, infrastructure improvement, and community participation to guarantee that irrigation systems, rivers, and waterways remain a lifeline for farmers and households alike....