National Irrigation Administration - Region VI

𝐍𝐈𝐀 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐍𝐒 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐉𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐁𝐀𝐘𝐔𝐘𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐑𝐈𝐏 𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐒𝐏𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

Officials from the National Irrigation Administration (NIA), led by Engr. Robert C. Suguitan, Senior Deputy Administrator, and Engr. Jonel B. Borres, Regional Manager of NIA Region VI, conducted a site visit and inspection of the ongoing construction of the Bayuyan Small Reservoir Irrigation Project (SRIP) in President Roxas, Capiz.

The activity aimed to evaluate the project's implementation status, monitor construction progress, and ensure compliance with approved plans, specifications, and timelines. Key project updates, field concerns, and strategies to further expedite the completion of the project were discussed during the inspection.

Also present were officials and engineers from the NIA Central Office, NIA Regional Office VI, and the Aklan-Capiz Irrigation Management Office (ACIMO), headed by Engr. Julieta E. Gallardo, Acting Division Manager, along with representatives from Silver Dragon Construction & Lumber & Glass Supply, Inc.

The Bayuyan SRIP is expected to enhance irrigation services and contribute to increased agricultural productivity, benefiting farmers and farming communities in the area.

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𝐍𝐈𝐀 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐈𝐌𝐎

On June 1, 2026, the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Central Office conducted a Management Audit of the Procurement and Property Management Processes of the Antique Irrigation Management Office (IMO).

This was accomplished through the Organization and Management Audit Division headed by Mr. Melvincent C. Cablayan, Senior Internal Control Officer A, together with Mr. Edsel June S. Brillantes, Mr. Louis Albert B. Saddi, and Mr. Genesis F. Valenzuela.

The activity is part of NIA's continuing efforts to ensure that procurement and property management systems are being carried out effectively, efficiently, and in compliance with existing policies and regulations.

Beyond assessing processes and procedures, the audit also provided an opportunity for meaningful discussions and the sharing of insights between the audit team and Antique IMO personnel. Through this collaborative approach, the activity helps identify areas for improvement and supports the office's commitment to delivering quality public service through accountability, and continuous improvement.

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𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘: 𝐍𝐈𝐀 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐕𝐈 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐋𝐄

June 01-04, 2026 (Monday to Thursday)
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

June 05, 2026 (Friday)
No Work

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𝐂𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐍-𝐔𝐏 𝐃𝐑𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐍𝐈𝐀 𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐏 𝟑𝟗𝐓𝐇 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲

In celebration of the 39th Founding Anniversary of the National Irrigation Administration Employees’ Association for Solidarity and Progress, Inc. (NIAEASP), the Aklan-Capiz IMO Chapter successfully conducted a Clean-Up Drive Activity on May 29, 2026, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Program.
The activity was headed by Mr. Walter R. Mendoza, President of NIAEASP Aklan-Capiz IMO Chapter and its member, with the support of Acting Division Manager Julieta E. Gallardo, together with the active participation and cooperation of the personnel from both Aklan and Capiz offices.

The clean-up drive was simultaneously conducted at the designated areas in ACIMO Linabuan Sur, Banga, Aklan for ACIMO-Aklan personnel and ACIMO Mambusao, Capiz for ACIMO-Capiz personnel. Employees worked hand in hand in promoting cleanliness, environmental awareness, and community responsibility.

This meaningful activity reflects the organization’s commitment not only to public service but also to environmental stewardship and unity among employees. Through collective effort and teamwork, the activity became a successful initiative that strengthened camaraderie while contributing to a cleaner and healthier environment.

The Aklan-Capiz IMO Chapter extends its appreciation to all personnel who participated and supported the activity, making the celebration of NIAEASP’s 39th Founding Anniversary more meaningful and impactful.

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On June 19, 1976, NIA inaugurated the Agutayan Communal Irrigation System (CIS) in San Enrique, Iloilo, a project that gave farmers a dependable source of water and a stronger chance at a better harvest.

Years later, after its rehabilitation, Agutayan CIS continues to bring life to the fields of San Enrique. It now irrigates 175 hectares and helps 156 farmers in Brgy. Cabugao Nuevo, Brgy. Imbesad‑an, and Brgy. Tambunac. What began decades ago remains a reminder of how irrigation can shape a community’s future.


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𝐍𝐈𝐀 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐒𝐑𝐈𝐏 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

To have a comprehensive assessment of the status of implementation and to ensure compliance with the plans and specifications of the largest irrigation project in the province of Guimaras, a team from the NIA Central Office, led by Senior Deputy Administrator, Engr. Robert C. Suguitan conducted a site inspection and validation of the Cabano Small Reservoir Irrigation Project (SRIP) in Brgy. Aguilar, San Lorenzo, Guimaras on May 28, 2026.

Accompanied by key personnel from the NIA Region VI, headed by the Regional Manager, Engr. Jonel B. Borres, Acting Division Manager of the Engineering and Operations Division, Engr. Rebecca F. Grana, and NIA Iloilo-Guimaras IMO Division Manager Engr. Raymond B. Mojares, together with the personnel from the Engineering Department of NIA-Central Office, headed by the Division Manager of the Construction Management Department, Engr. Cynthia C. Riñosa, Supervising Engineer A Engr. Lawrence C. Mosqueda, and Senior Engineer A Engr. John Philip C. Macaya convened for a discussion to level off concerns and commitments in pursuit of expediting the construction activities without compromising the quality of work.

Once completed, the Cabano SRIP is expected to enhance the agricultural sustainability of the 1,304 farmer-beneficiaries in the province of Guimaras.

The team also conducted an inspection of the Bayuyan SRIP in the Province of Capiz on May 27 and concluded the activity with an exit conference earlier today.

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𝐍𝐈𝐀 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐈𝐌𝐎 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐛𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝟗 𝐈𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬’ 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬

On May 22, 2026, at Barangay Caridad, Hamtic, Antique the NIA – Antique Irrigation Management Office launched the Gulayan sa Patubigan Program with nine (9) Irrigators’ Associations in the province of Antique, in support of the government’s food security program.

The initiative was introduced to three National Irrigation System (NIS) associations: CASIBO South IA, SIHAMSA North IA, and BISTO IA, and six Communal Irrigation System (CIS) associations: Caridad Hamtic IA, Bugo San Remigio IA, Bugasong FISA, Lisub A Anini-y IA, Tan-agan Sibalom IA, and Ysulat Tobias Fornier IA.

Through this program, available spaces near canal structures and irrigation facilities will be utilized for vegetable gardening. These areas, which once served mainly as part of irrigation structures, will now become productive spaces that can help provide additional food sources and income for farmers and their communities.

On behalf of Engr. Bernard N. Castellano, Division Manager of NIA Antique IMO, Engr. Lalaine M. Selerio, Engineering and Operations Section Chief led the activity. Also present were Mr. Emerson Ogatis from the Department of Agriculture – Regional Office VI, Ms. Nancy Corazon Montecastro, Supervising Agriculturist from the Office of the Provincial Agriculturist (OPA), Mr. Isidro Ramos from the Office of the Municipal Agriculturist of Hamtic, and representatives from the Barangay Local Government Unit of Caridad, Hamtic.

More than a gardening activity, the Gulayan sa Patubigan Program reflects the continuing effort to make irrigation communities more productive, sustainable, and food-secure. With the cooperation of partner agencies, local government units, and IAs, the program shows how simple spaces near waterways can be transformed into sources of nourishment and hope.

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NIA joins the Muslim community and the entire nation in observing Eid’l Adha, a day that honors faith, sacrifice, and compassion.

May this meaningful celebration bring peace, blessings, and hope to families across the country.

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