Higlighting NIA’s ongoing efforts to strengthen irrigation infrastructure for the benefit of local farmers, another project has been successfully turned-over to Matalaz Irrigators Association on February 20, 2024 at Poblacion 2, Santiago Agusan del Norte. Funded under Repair of CIS in year 2024, this 40-million pesos worth of project is set to benefit 50 farmers by providing reliable irrigation to 50 hectares of their agricultural farmland.
In his message, NIA ASDI IMO Division Manager, Engr. Dexter A. Sablaon emphasized NIA’s commitment to continue the enhancement of irrigation services all throughout the province of Agusan del Norte, serving as another testament of the agency’s dedication in ensuring that farmers have access to sufficient water supply, leading to increased yields and improved livelihoods. Meanwhile, Mr. Rustico Ucat- Matalaz IA President expressed his gratitude towards NIA for the successful repair of their irrigation facility stating that With the improved irrigation system, farmer members of their association is hopeful for better harvests and a more sustainable farming in the future.
The activity was graced by NIA Caraga Regional Office EOD Manager, Rosalina B. Caiña, Engr. Dexter A. Sablaon-NIA ASDI IMO Manager, Engr. Danilo G. Yamis- Assistant Division Manager, Mrs. Fe Maghanoy- Municipal Agriculturist of Santiago, Hon. Gerard Egos - Brgy. Captain of Poblacion 2, Mr. Rustico Ucat - IA President, and Matalaz IA's Board of Trustees (BOT).
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