NIA BULACAN IMO COLLABORATES WITH INT'L COMPANIES FOR CLIMATE-SMART IRRIGATION PROJECT

The NIA Bulacan IMO, represented by Engr. Janelle I. Santos, Acting Chief of the Operations & Maintenance Section-AMRIS, conducted a coordination meeting with Yanmar Philippines Corp., FAEGER Co. Ltd., and representatives Keisuke Iida, Shoichi Nakamura, and Jon Miñeque on January 7, 2024. The meeting focused on the Philippines-Japan Joint Credit Mechanism (JCM) project, which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the agricultural sector while enhancing food production.

A key strategy discussed was the implementation of... read more

BULACAN IMO BOOSTS FARMERS PROMOTES FOOD SECURITY THROUGH "KADIWA NI PANGULO"

The Bulacan Irrigation Management Office, headed by Engr. Placida C. Cordero, kicked off the week with the "Kadiwa ni Pangulo" program at the NIA Region III Compound in Tambubong, San Rafael on January 10, 2025.

The activity distributed 100 sacks of fresh produce from Irrigators Associations (IA) to nearby barangays, supporting local farmers and promoting food security.

The residents praised the effort as a vital link between farmers and consumers, ensuring fresh, locally grown goods reach families in need.

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NIA REGION III HOLDS LEADERSHIP TURNOVER CEREMONY

As 2025 begins, new leaders have emerged to drive fresh improvements, as the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Region III held a Ceremonial Mass Turnover of Leadership in Lubao, Pampanga, on January 09, 2025. The event was presided over by Regional Manager Engr. Josephine B. Salazar.

The Outgoing Acting Chief of Operations and Maintenance Section - Aurora-Nueva Ecija IMO Mr. Marianito D. Bullozo, who is also the concurrent Head of Institutional Development Unit, transferred positions to Incoming Acting Section Chief Engr.... read more

BAGONG TAON, BAGONG AKSYON NG NIA ZAMBALES IMO

Sa pagsalubong ng bagong taon, masigasig na isinagawa ng National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Zambales IMO ang pagpupulong at inspeksyon sa pangunahing pinagkukunan ng tubig pang-irigasyon ng Bucao River Irrigation System (RIS). Ang aktibidad ay isinagawa sa pakikipagtulungan ng mga Pangulo ng Pederasyon ng Irrigators Association sa Botolan, Zambales. Pinangunahan ito ni Acting Operation and Maintenance Section Chief Engr. Tito M. Lacanlale sa ilalim ng patnubay ni Acting Manager Engr. Enrique G. Carlos.

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O&M SECTION KICKS OFF 2025 WITH STRATEGIC PLANNING AND INFRASTRUCTURE UPATES

To mark the start of the new year, Engr. Janelle I. Santos, Acting Chief of the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Section, launched the first O&M Staff Meeting of 2025 at the Bulacan IMO Conference Room on January 3, 2025.

Key topics on the agenda included the Status of FSSP 2024, the ongoing Farming Activities in the Angat Maasim RIS and BULO SRIS and the upcoming Program Area 2025. The Farming Support Services Program (FSSP) was also discussed, alongside critical issues like Water Allocation and the FGIS Updating to... read more

NIA BULACAN IMO COMPLETES ROAD GRADING IN SAN RAFAEL FOR IMPOROVED FARM ACCESS

The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Bulacan Irrigation Management Office (IMO) successfully completed road grading activities along Lateral A, spanning Sta. 1+000 to Sta. 1+700 in Barangay Ulingao, San Rafael, Bulacan, on January 4, 2025.

This initiative was undertaken in response to a request from the Ulingao Pinacpinacan Irrigators Association. The goal was to enhance accessibility and ensure smoother transportation for agricultural and operational purposes in the area. The project significantly improves access for both... read more

NIA PAMBAT IMO INSPECTS SOLAR-POWERED IRRIGATION IN FLORIDABLANCA

The National Irrigation Administration Pampanga-Bataan Irrigation Management Office (NIA PamBat IMO) kicked off 2025 with a site inspection of the solar-powered irrigation project in Brgy. Pabanlag, Floridablanca, Pampanga, on January 3.

Led by PamBat IMO Manager Engr. Ruben R. Llamas, together with Acting Chief of the Engineering Section Engr. Angelito D. David and Project-in-Charge Engr. Avelino C. Sazon, the visit aimed to evaluate the project's progress and functionality. The team assessed the distribution of water to the... read more

LIRAC OFFICERS BENCHMARK GREENHOUSE OPERATIONS IN GERONA, TARLAC

The NIA Tarlac Irrigation Management Office (IMO) and Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU) continued their strategic partnership with the Lukung Dam Irrigators Association of Concepcion, Inc. (LIRAC IA) by collaborating with experts from Mikai Agri Trading on December 6, 2024. They conducted a greenhouse benchmarking activity at Mikai Agri Trading's facility in Brgy. Poblacion 3, Gerona, Tarlac. This initiative aimed to explore innovative agricultural practices and enhance the operational capacity of the association.

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LAUNCH OF DONATION DRIVE AND CEREMONY HONORING OF RETIREES AND TOP-PERFORMING SYSTEMS

Two momentous events were held on December 19, 2024 at the Covered Court of NIA Region III in San Rafael, Bulacan — the launch of a donation drive to support employees affected by Typhoon Pepito in the Province of Aurora, as well as the ceremony honoring the retirees and top-performing systems.

The donation drive was testament to NIA’s commitment in securing the welfare of its employees. It fostered the bayanihan spirit and solidarity among NIAns to help their Auroran colleagues who were impacted by Typhoon Pepito. Indeed, a... read more

IDU STAFF ATTEND SEMINAR ON ALTRNATE WETTING AND DRYING

The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Tarlac Irrigation Management Office (IMO) organized a seminar on Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) for its Institutional Development Unit (IDU) personnel at the Engineering Conference Room in Tarlac IMO, on December 5-6, 2024. The seminar, held in partnership with Tarlac Agricultural University (TAU), aimed to train IDU personnel on water-saving agricultural techniques that could be shared with local farmers.

Resource speakers Dr. Agnes C. Pereu and Mr. Christian Robillos spearheaded... read more

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