NIA- Magat River Integrated Irrigation System-IDS

22/09/2026

The Southern Cagayan Agricultural and Biosystems Power and Machinery Testing Center (SCABPMTC) Grand Launching and the CVAFFRREDN Forum and Open House were successfully held on September 21, 2026, at the DA SCRC, Minanga Norte, Iguig, Cagayan, with the theme “Pioneering Machinery Testing and Showcasing Balanced Fertilization for Climate Resilient Agriculture in Northern Luzon.”

The activity, spearheaded by the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Office No. 2 (DA RFO 2), featured the ceremonial inauguration and ribbon-cutting for the Open House, led by Regional Executive Director Dir. Rose Mary G. Aquino, together with representatives from partner agencies and organizations.

The event brought together various agricultural stakeholders and institutions to showcase innovative rice mechanization technologies, agricultural machinery, balanced fertilization practices, and other technologies and services supporting a more productive and climate-resilient agricultural sector in Northern Luzon.

Among the participating agencies was the National Irrigation Administration – Magat River Integrated Irrigation System (NIA MARIIS), spearheaded by Ms. Veronica V. Aron, Head of the Institutional Development Section (IDS), together with IDO A staff Mr. Mark Darelle T. Dumrique and Mr. Dandez B. Idmilao, and Mr. Niño Ammayao, Engineer B, representing the Operations Division.

NIA MARIIS showcased its products, programs, and services for Irrigators’ Associations and farming communities, highlighting the Agency’s continuing efforts to strengthen irrigation services, support farmers and Irrigators’ Associations, promote agricultural mechanization, and provide capability-building and livelihood opportunities that contribute to improved farm productivity and sustainable irrigation communities.

The Open House also served as an avenue for agencies and partners to share their respective technologies, programs, and innovations while strengthening collaboration toward a more modern, sustainable, and climate-resilient agriculture sector.

14/07/2026

🌾 TRIVIA TUESDAY 🌾

💧 Did You Know?
Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) is a water-saving irrigation technique that allows rice fields to dry for a few days before they are irrigated again.

✅ AWD can reduce irrigation water use by up to 30% without significantly affecting rice yield when practiced properly.

🌱 Benefits of AWD:
• 💧 Saves water for more farmers.
• 🌾 Maintains good rice yields.
• 💰 Reduces irrigation costs.
• 🌍 Helps lower methane emissions, making rice farming more climate-friendly.

Remember: AWD should only be practiced when there is a reliable irrigation supply and by following the recommended field water level using an AWD observation tube.


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01/07/2026

BAYANIAN: LABAN SA EL NIÑO AT PAGBABAGO NG KLIMA

01/06/2026

An EPAHP Value-Added Training on Bag Weaving was successfully conducted on May 28–29, 2026, at the NIA MARIIS Division IV Training Center, Minante I, Cauayan City, Isabela. The activity was spearheaded by the Institutional Development Section (IDS) of the Head Office as part of its continuing efforts to provide sustainable livelihood opportunities for Irrigators' Association (IA) members.

The two-day training brought together IA members from various Division Offices, providing them with an opportunity to learn and develop practical bag-weaving skills. Through this initiative, participants were introduced to an alternative source of income that can help augment their household earnings and improve their overall economic well-being.

The training aimed not only to enhance the participants' livelihood opportunities but also to empower them with new knowledge and skills that they can utilize in creating marketable products. By equipping IA members with these competencies, the program contributes to strengthening their capacity for self-reliance and entrepreneurship.

Serving as the Learning Service Provider (LSP) was Ms. Violeta R. Gamiao, who shared her expertise and guided the participants throughout the training. Through hands-on demonstrations and practical exercises, she ensured that the participants gained a clear understanding of the bag-weaving process, from material preparation to product completion.

The activity concluded with participants expressing their appreciation for the valuable learning experience and their enthusiasm to apply their newly acquired skills in generating additional livelihood opportunities for themselves and their families.

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07/05/2026

𝐍𝐈𝐀-𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐈𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐒 𝐁𝐈𝐎 𝐍 𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐙𝐄𝐑 𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐀 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐒

To strengthen awareness on sustainable and environment-friendly farming practices, the National Irrigation Administration – MARIIS, in partnership with Agrispecialist Incorporated, successfully conducted the Bio-N Fertilizer Orientation on May 7, 2026, at the NIA-MARIIS Division IV Training Center.

The activity was attended by Institutional Development Officers (IDO) and Irrigators’ Association (IA) Officers from various associations within the service area. The orientation aimed to provide participants with additional knowledge on the importance and benefits of using Bio-N Microbial Fertilizer in agricultural production.

During the activity, Mr. Randy S. Agustin, Agronomist and Region 2 Technical Representative of Agrispecialist Incorporated, served as the resource speaker. He discussed the features, advantages, and proper application of Bio-N Microbial Fertilizer, emphasizing its contribution to improving soil fertility, enhancing crop productivity, and promoting sustainable farming practices. Also highlighted how microbial fertilizers can help farmers reduce dependency on chemical fertilizers while maintaining healthy crop growth.

Meanwhile, Engr. Gileu Michael O. Dimoloy encouraged the participants to actively participate in the discussion and maximize the opportunity to gain additional knowledge that could help improve their farming practices and organizational activities.

The orientation forms part of the continuing efforts of NIA-MARIIS to support irrigators’ associations and farming communities through capacity-building activities and agricultural innovations that contribute to increased productivity and sustainable development in the irrigation sector.

30/04/2026

𝐍𝐈𝐀–𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐈𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍 𝐂𝐎𝐋𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐌𝐈𝐃 𝐄𝐋 𝐍𝐈Ñ𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐓 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐖𝐄𝐓 𝐂𝐑𝐎𝐏 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

The National Irrigation Administration – Magat River Integrated Irrigation System (NIA–MARIIS) spearheaded the conduct of a Consultation Meeting, today, April 30, 2026 as part of its proactive response to the anticipated impacts of the forecasted El Niño phenomenon, which is expected to trigger a dry spell across its service areas.

Held at the NIA–MARIIS Multipurpose Hall, the activity brought together key stakeholders from various government agencies, Department of Agriculture, Local Government Units (LGUs), and Irrigators’ Associations (IAs). The meeting served as a collaborative platform to discuss updates and, more importantly, to revisit and recalibrate the recently programmed areas for the Wet Cropping Season 2026.

With the looming threat of El Niño, the consultation focused on aligning plans with the current climate outlook to ensure efficient water utilization and sustained agricultural productivity. Participants actively engaged in identifying priority areas, refining irrigation schedules, and exploring adaptive strategies that would help mitigate the effects of the dry spell.

This convergent activity is a strategic and deliberate intervention of NIA–MARIIS to address the potential crisis brought about by the dry spell.

In his message, 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐫. 𝐆𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐮 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐞𝐥 𝐎. 𝐃𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐀 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐈𝐀–𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐈𝐒, emphasized the vital role of strong coordination among other agencies, LGUs, and Irrigators’ Associations in ensuring the effective planning and timely implementation of responsive interventions, particularly in addressing the challenges posed by the impending dry spell.

The activity highlighted the importance of early planning, shared responsibility, and unified action in safeguarding food security and supporting farmers amid climate uncertainties. Through this initiative, NIA–MARIIS reaffirms its commitment to resilient irrigation management and responsive service delivery for the farming communities it serves.

18/04/2026

16/04/2026

𝐃𝐚𝐠𝐝𝐚𝐠 𝐊𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐡𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐤𝐚 𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐝 𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐠𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐈𝐀 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐈𝐒

Bunga ng matagumpay na pagpapatupad ng Egg Layering Project ng NIA MARIIS sa Division III, ibinida ng mga benepisyaryo ang kanilang sariwang ani ng itlog sa isinagawang KADIWA ng Pangulo ngayong Abril 16, 2026.
Mula sa layuning magbigay ng dagdag kabuhayan, nagiging konkretong oportunidad ito para sa mga Irrigators’ Associations na mapalago ang kanilang kita at mapalakas ang kanilang kabuhayan.

Ibinida ng mga benepisyaryo mula sa SANDIAT CIA at Lanting San Jose Lucban IA ang kanilang sariwang ani sa aktibidad, nakapagbenta ang SANDIAT CIA ng 19 na tray ng itlog at 6 na tray naman ang San Jose Lucban IA.

Lubos ang pasasalamat ng mga benepisyaryo sa NIA MARIIS sa patuloy na suporta ng ahensya, sa pangunguna ni Engr. Gileu Michael O. Dimoloy, Department Manager A, at ni Engr. Jaime M. Lara, Division Manager A ng Division III, kasama ang Institutional Development Section sa pangunguna ni Ms. Veronica V. Aaron at ang Division III Institutional Development Unit, na naging katuwang sa matagumpay na pagpapatupad ng proyekto para sa kapakinabangan ng mga magsasaka.

Ang Egg Layering Project ay isa sa patunay ng patuloy na pagsisikap ng ahensya na mapalakas ang kabuhayan ng mga magsasaka isang hakbang tungo sa mas matatag at masaganang sektor ng agrikultura.

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