With the theme “Caring for Soils: Measure, Monitor, Manage”, the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) supports the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations and the Department of Agriculture (DA) in celebrating World Soil Day on December 5, 2024. NIA commends the ongoing efforts of FAO and DA in promoting the sustainable management of soil resources, advancing awareness, and driving impactful advocacy for a healthier, more productive environment. Together, let us take meaningful actions toward sustainable soil management to ensure food security for all. #bayaNIAn sa #BagongPilipinas ...

The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) has to date sold a total of 1.14 million kilograms (kg) of rice at P29/kg to tens of thousands of senior citizens, persons with disabilities (PWDs), recipients of 4Ps, and other members of the country's vulnerable sector.The milled rice, packed in 10-kg bags, was sold at P290 each at NIA central office in Quezon City and all other NIA regional offices, where the agency implements the Marcos government's rice contract farming program. "To date, NIA has sold P33.15-million worth of rice to about 114,300 individuals and families nationwide, which is our humble contribution on behalf of President Bongbong Marcos to providing the less fortunate members of our society affordable and quality rice," said NIA Administrator engineer Eduardo Guillen.The P29/kg-rice all came from the 38,000-hectare farms tilled by members of NIA Irrigators' Associations (IAs) nationwide, who are participating in the agency's rice contract farming program this current 2024 wet season cropping. "To date, the NIA contract farms have produced 55,011 metric tons (MT) of palay, and from October 1 to December 30, 2024, these are expected to produce an additional 110,414 MT," added Administrator Guillen. Initially, the harvested areas produced an average yield of more than…...

The National Irrigation Administration (NIA), a key Government-Owned and Controlled Corporation (GOCC), proudly announces the appointment of Atty. Jeffrey G. Gallardo as its new Chairman of the Board. His appointment follows a majority vote by NIA's Board of Directors, marking a new era of leadership for the agency.Joining him is Engr. Cristopher V. Morales, Undersecretary for Rice Industry Development at the Department of Agriculture, as Vice Chairman. Atty. Allan Paul Sarangaya remains the Corporate Board Secretary, while Mr. Robert Victor G. Seares, Jr., Deputy Administrator for Administrative and Finance and Atty. Allan Paul Sarangaya serve as the Compliance Officers in adherence to GCG Memorandum Circular No. 2012-07, the "Code of Corporate Governance for GOCCs."As Chairman, Atty. Gallardo will preside over Board meetings, guide critical decision-making, manage communication between the Board and NIA’s management, and ensure corporate governance standards are upheld. This leadership change comes at a pivotal time, as NIA’s projects align with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s Build Better More program, reinforcing national efforts to strengthen agriculture and food security. NIA’s Board plays an essential role in ensuring governance and accountability, supporting the success of irrigation and rural development initiatives.Atty. Jeffrey G. Gallardo brings with him extensive experience in…...

The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) will be working with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to enhance engagement of the private sector in the development of its facilities. This partnership was formalized through a Transaction Advisory Services (TAS) Agreement which was inked by the parties on September 18, 2024. NIA Administrator Eduardo Eddie Guillen and F. Cleo Kawawaki, Head, Office of Markets Development and PPP (OMDP) led the signing at the NIA Central Office. Under this, ADB will provide technical assistance and support to NIA in designing and preparing projects that shall be funded through Public-Private Partnership (PPP) at no cost to the agency. This means that ADB will help NIA in ensuring that its proposed PPP projects shall be technically and financially viable and shall go through competitive selection process. The agreement covers the development of PPP projects in NIA’s existing facilities such as the Pantabangan Reservoir in the Province of Nueva Ecija, the Jalaur River Multipurpose Project Stage II (JRMP II) in the Province of Iloilo, and canals of existing irrigation systems. Floating solar power systems at the reservoirs of Pantabangan and JRMP II as well as in irrigation canals will be designed for PPP under the TAS.The delivery…...

More than 380,000 kilograms of Bagong Bayaning Magsasaka (BBM) Rice were sold to members of the vulnerable sector across the country as the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) held the Grand Launching of the Bagong Bayaning Magsasaka Rice (BBM Rice) on September 13, 2024 in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija. NIA Administrator Engr. Eduardo Eddie G. Guillen led the said event which was held simultaneously in all NIA Regional Offices nationwide. Data gathered by NIA Central Office reveal that 38,198 sacks of rice (10 kilograms per sack) were sold throughout the country. Caraga recorded the highest sales of 9,905 sacks, followed by Region XII (5,790 sacks) and MIMAROPA (5,634 sacks). These sacks of BBM rice were sold to the vulnerable sector composed of senior citizens, persons with special needs, solo parents, and members of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). It became possible with the successful implementation of NIA Rice Contract Farming Program. The program is in line with the #BagongPilipinas and food security thrust of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.House Speaker Hon. Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez served as the Guest of Honor and Speaker for the grand launching. House Committee on Appropriations Chair Hon. Elizaldy S. Co, House Senior Deputy Speaker…...