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Farmers trained on Financial Management and Recordkeeping

ZAMBOANGA CITY — A two-day training on Financial Management and Basic Farm Recording was successfully conducted on May 29-30, 2025, at Terra Cotta Hotel, Veterans Avenue Ext, Zamboanga City. The activity was designed for cooperatives, clusters, and other farmer beneficiaries, with the goal of strengthening their capacity in managing financial resources and maintaining proper farm records. The training was facilitated by speakers from the Department of Agriculture Region IX, in coordination with the Zamboanga City Agriculture Office.

Participants gained valuable knowledge on the importance of financial management in running their organizations and farms effectively. They also learned how to use various farm and financial record forms to track income, expenses, and overall financial performance. For NIA-assisted cooperatives, the training was attended by members of the Distrito Uno IA Agriculture Cooperative and Costa Este IA Agriculture Cooperative. The activity served as an important step toward promoting accountability, sustainability, and improved decision-making among farmer organizations.

NIA conducts TSAG Meeting for Ditay-Guinoman CIS Farmers

DIPLAHAN, ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY - On May 30, 2025, the National Irrigation Administration - Zamboanga Sibugay Irrigation Management Office (ZSIMO), under the leadership of Engr. Maria Gertrudes P. Gania, held a Turn-Out Service Area Group (TSAG) Meeting with Irrigators Association (IA) members and farmers of the Ditay-Guinoman Communal Irrigation System & Extension, covering Sectors 5 and 6 of the Ditay Area.

The meeting focused on the latest updates regarding the repair of the dam and siphon to ensure the continued and efficient delivery of irrigation services. It also served as a venue for open dialogue, allowing farmers to raise pressing issues and concerns affecting their respective service areas.

This initiative reflects NIA ZSIMO's commitment to strengthening farmer collaboration, improving irrigation service delivery, and fostering inclusive decision-making in line with the agency's thrust toward sustainable agriculture and rural development.

NIA and DAR convene to support Titay Small Reservoir Irrigation Project

IPIL, ZAMBOANGA SIBUGAY - On May 30, 2025, the National Irrigation Administration - Zamboanga Sibugay Irrigation Management Office (ZSIMO), through its Planning and Design team led by Engr. Ana Rachel C. Dahan, held a coordination meeting with the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) in line with the ongoing Feasibility Study and Detailed Engineering Report of the Titay Small Reservoir Irrigation Project (Titay SRIP).

DAR Chief of Operations Mary Gay C. Abuton, with personnel Cherry Ann C. Rasonable and Ragde N. Garcia, joined the discussions which focused on identifying affected Comprehensive Land Ownership Award (CLOA) titles. The DAR team also committed to assist in gathering documents essential to the project's Land Acquisition and Resettlement Framework (LARF) and Right-of-Way (ROW) negotiation processes.

The meeting reflects a shared commitment to inclusive rural development and ensures that land tenure concerns are addressed early on in this vital irrigation initiative for Titay.

NIA joins "Kadiwa sa Pangulo" to support Local Farmers in Zamboanga del Sur

PAGADIAN CITY - Earlier today, May 29, 2025, the NIA Zamboanga del Sur Irrigation Management Office (ZDSIMO) participated in the "Kadiwa sa Pangulo: Katuwang sa Diwa at Gawa para sa Masaganang Ani at Mataas na Kita" held at the Capitol Grounds in this city. This event was a meaningful step toward empowering local farmers by giving them direct access to markets and consumers.

The initiative showcased a wide range of fresh and locally produced goods, including vegetables, fruits, eggs, and homemade products, highlighting the hard work and dedication of the province's farmers. By reducing middlemen and connecting producers directly with buyers, Kadiwa sa Pangulo helps ensure fair prices and increased income for farmers.

NIA's participation in the event reflects its continued support for programs that promote food security, enhance agricultural productivity, and uplift farming communities throughout the Zamboanga Peninsula.

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