POLANCO, ZAMBOANGA DEL NORTE — The NIA Zamboanga del Norte Regional Sub Office (NIA ZDNRSO) successfully held a Turnout Service Area Group (TSAG) meeting with the Guisali Irrigators Association, Inc. on May 29, 2025 at Barangay Lingasad in Polanco.
Led by Institutional Development Unit (IDU) Head Alvin Christian B. Dequito and Head of Design Engr. Rodel Yunting, the meeting focused on improving the maintenance and sustainability of irrigation facilities. The IDU team emphasized the importance of following the guidelines under Memorandum Circular No. 55, series of 2014, which outlines proper maintenance practices. The farmers, in turn, expressed their full support and commitment to taking an active role in caring for their irrigation system. One concern raised was the damaged elevated flume in Sector San Antonio. To address this, Engr. Yunting assured the group that he will conduct an on-site inspection early next week to assess the damage and recommend appropriate engineering solutions, including a proposed bond aid repair.
The meeting ended on a positive note, with both NIA and Guisali IA reaffirming their strong partnership and shared goal of achieving efficient and sustainable irrigation management.