14/09/2026
๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐: NIA-MARIIS successfully concluded the Systemwide Performance Evaluation for Wet Crop 2026 at Division II, an annual activity led by the Head Office to assess the condition and performance of irrigation systems across the different divisions. The activity provides an opportunity to review current operations, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that irrigation facilities continue to support the needs of farmers.
For Division II, the evaluation was conducted from September 7 to 11, 2026, covering both records validation and field inspections. The activity was led by Engr. Grethen G. Tuazon, Head of the Operations and Maintenance Section, with the participation of Supervising Engineers Engr. Joel H. Bose (Area I) and Engr. Morris A. Pascua (Area II). The Institutional Development Unit (IDU) team, led by Ms. Miriam B. Lucas, SIDO, also assisted during the field activities conducted in the different areas.
The evaluation covered various aspects of irrigation operations and facilities, including canal structures, dredging and desilting activities, border markers, rest huts, IA flags, and the condition of CIA offices and equipment. It also included the assessment of the WRFOs, SWRFTs, Hydrologist, and IDOs in their respective functions and areas of responsibility.
From September 7 to 11, the team visited different areas of Division II. The activity began on Monday with the checking of records and field inspection at Lower Lateral A CIA. On Tuesday, the team proceeded to Lower A2A CIA, Upper A2A CIA, and Lateral A2 CIA, followed by visits to OMC CIA and Upper Lateral A CIA on Wednesday. Thursday covered C CIA, Lateral E, Upper MMC, Middle MMC, PSC, Lower MMC, and D1A, while the final day included Lateral B and Lateral DD1, followed by the wrap-up session.
During the wrap-up session, the evaluators noted that Division II was able to maintain its performance from the previous year, with consistent results across the areas assessed. They also observed improvements in several areas and recognized the performance of the different CIAs during the quarter.
During the flag-raising ceremony on September 14, 2026, Division Manager Engr. Ronnie B. Besa expressed his appreciation to the Operations and Maintenance Section and everyone who contributed to the successful conduct of the systemwide evaluation. He recognized the hard work and cooperation of the personnel throughout the activity and emphasized the importance of continuing the same commitment moving forward. He further assured that the division will continue working together to maintain the quality of its operations and services, saying, โIpagpapatuloy po natin ang maayos na serbisyo at pagtutulungan para sa ating mga magsasaka.โ
The successful completion of the 2026 Systemwide Evaluation emphasizes the continued efforts of Division II personnel and its partner Irrigators Associations in maintaining irrigation facilities and improving services. With the cooperation of its field personnel and stakeholders, Division II remains committed to providing reliable and sustainable irrigation services to the farming communities it serves.
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