Maguindanao IMO

02/09/2026

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AL-GAFOOR IRRIGATORS ASSOCIATION, PINALALAKAS ANG PAGKAKAISA NG MGA MAGSASAKA SA MAMASAPANO.

SA LIKOD NG MASAGANANG SAKAHAN, MAHALAGA ANG TULOY-TULOY NA SUPPLY NG TUBIG AT PAGKAKAISA NG MGA MAGSASAKA. Sa Municipality of Mamasapano, Maguindanao del Sur, ipinapakita ng Al-Gafoor Irrigators Association (IA) sa ilalim ng NIA-Kabulnan River Irrigation System (NIA-KRIS) kung paano nakatutulong ang sama-samang pagkilos sa pagpapaunlad ng agrikultura.

May service area na 642.68 hectares at nasa 673 farmer-beneficiaries ang sinusuportahan ng asosasyon. Sa pamamagitan ng maayos na irrigation management at aktibong partisipasyon ng mga miyembro, sinisikap ng Al-Gafoor IA na matiyak na nakararating ang tubig sa mga sakahan upang magpatuloy ang kanilang pagtatanim at agricultural activities.

Hindi lamang irrigation services ang naibibigay ng asosasyon. Higit sa lahat, nagsisilbi rin itong daan upang mapalakas ang cooperation, shared responsibility, at pagkakaisa ng mga magsasaka sa pangangalaga at maintenance ng kanilang irrigation system.

Sa patuloy na pagtutulungan ng mga miyembro, layunin ng Al-Gafoor IA na magkaroon ng mas productive na mga sakahan at mas matatag na farming community.

Ipinapakita ng kanilang karanasan na kapag nagkakaisa ang mga magsasaka at sama-samang pinangangalagaan ang kanilang irrigation system, mas nagiging matibay ang pundasyon para sa mas produktibong agrikultura at mas maunlad na kabuhayan.

Photo: Maguindanao IMO

30/08/2026

In the municipality of Mamasapano, Maguindanao del Sur, the Al-Gafoor Irrigators Association (IA), under the NIA-Kabulnan River Irrigation System (NIA-KRIS), exemplifies the power of unity and cooperation among farmers. With a service area of 642.68 hectares and 673 farmer-beneficiaries, the association plays a vital role in supporting agricultural production and improving the lives of farming communities.

Through collective effort and proper irrigation management, Al-Gafoor IA ensures that water reaches the farmlands of its members, enabling them to cultivate their crops and sustain their agricultural activities. Beyond providing irrigation services, the association brings farmers together by encouraging cooperation, shared responsibility, and active participation in the management and maintenance of their irrigation system.

The association moves forward with a shared vision of productive farmlands and a stronger farming community. With unity among its members and a continued commitment to responsible irrigation management, Al-Gafoor IA exemplifies how farmers can thrive when they work together toward a common goal.


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29/08/2026

𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐓 𝐓𝐈𝐏: The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) empowers farmers through the Irrigation Management Transfer (IMT) Program, a strategy that gradually transfers the operation and maintenance (O&M) of National Irrigation Systems (NIS) to qualified Irrigators Associations (IAs) or Irrigators’ Service Cooperatives (ISCs).

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐌𝐓 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬
The Irrigation Management Transfer (IMT) Program begins with farmers within the irrigation service area organizing themselves into an Irrigators Association (IA) to promote unity, participation, and shared responsibility in irrigation management. Once organized, the IA registers with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to gain legal personality and the capacity to enter into agreements. After SEC registration, the IA enters into an IMT contract with the National Irrigation Administration (NIA), which clearly defines the roles and responsibilities of both parties in managing the irrigation system. Through this agreement, the IA gradually assumes the operation and maintenance (O&M) of the irrigation facilities, either partially or fully, while NIA continues to provide technical guidance, monitoring, and institutional support.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐌𝐓 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭
The IMT contract is the formal agreement between NIA and the Irrigators Association. It enables organized farmers to actively participate in operating, maintaining, and protecting their irrigation system. This helps ensure timely water delivery, proper maintenance of canals and structures, and sustainable irrigation services for the farming community.


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Source: nia.gov.ph

28/08/2026

𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

The National Irrigation Administration–Maguindanao Irrigation Management Office (NIA-MIMO) Human Resource Merit Promotion and Selection Board (HRMPSB) conducted interviews for applicants on August 13, 2026, at the MIMO Office in Cotabato City. The interviews were part of the agency’s recruitment and selection process, allowing the Board to assess applicants based on their qualifications, competencies, experience, and suitability for the positions they applied for.

The HRMPSB plays a key role in ensuring that the selection of personnel is guided by merit, fairness, and established government policies. Through a systematic interview and evaluation process, the Board helps ensure that qualified individuals are given equal opportunity and that the agency selects personnel who can effectively perform their responsibilities. Beyond filling vacant positions, the process strengthens the organization by bringing in individuals whose skills, values, and commitment align with the mission of NIA.

Conducting the interviews also reflects NIA’s core values of Innovation, Integrity, Commitment, and Excellence. Upholding integrity means ensuring fairness and transparency throughout the selection process, while commitment and excellence are reflected in choosing individuals who are dedicated to public service and capable of delivering quality work. At the same time, innovation encourages the agency to welcome people with fresh ideas and skills that can contribute to improving its services. Through a merit-based and values-driven selection process, NIA-MIMO continues to build a competent workforce committed to serving farmers and advancing the agency’s irrigation development goals.


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27/08/2026

The National Irrigation Administration–Maguindanao Irrigation Management Office (NIA-MIMO) conducted a System Management Training (SMT), an Orientation on Water-Saving Technology – Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD), and a Seminar on Crop Dues Collection Strategies on August 18–21, 2026, at Carlitos Hotel in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat.

The four-day activity brought together participants from Bagan Communal Irrigation System (CIS), Ahan CIS, Upper Lasangan CIS, and Tuayan CIS, with the aim of strengthening their knowledge and skills in managing irrigation systems and supporting efficient water use and collection of irrigation-related dues.

During the training, participants learned key principles of system maintenance, including prevention, timeliness, reliability, quality, cost-effectiveness, and participation. The activity also emphasized water-saving technologies such as Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD) for efficient irrigation and sustainable rice production. The seminar on Crop Dues Collection Strategies provided guidance on improving collection efforts and strengthening cooperation between Irrigators’ Associations and farmers.

On the last day, the group conducted a field visit to the NIA Alip River Irrigation System (RIS) to observe the actual operation and management of a large-scale irrigation system. Through these initiatives, NIA continues to promote well-managed irrigation systems, responsible water use, and active farmer participation toward sustainable agricultural development.

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27/08/2026

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐮𝐛: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐈𝐀-𝐌𝐈𝐌𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐒 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚

Throwback to the early days of the NIA Maguindanao IMO (NIA-MIMO) Public Affairs and Information Staff (PAIS) Information Area, when simplicity was at the heart of sharing information. The area featured a simple wooden bulletin board with a modest design, where important announcements, office updates, photographs, and other relevant materials were posted for employees and visitors to see. Although simple in appearance, it served an important purpose—keeping everyone informed and connected with the activities and accomplishments of NIA-MIMO.

As time passed, the PAIS Information Area evolved with changing ways of communicating and presenting information. From a basic wooden bulletin board, it became more organized and visually engaging, providing more space for informative materials and office-related updates. The improvements reflected the office’s ongoing effort to make information more accessible, appealing, and useful to employees, farmer-beneficiaries, partners, and visitors.

Today, aligned with current trends in information dissemination, the NIA-MIMO PAIS Information Area has become a more modern and interactive space. It is now air-conditioned and equipped with a glass-covered bulletin board displaying a wider range of informational materials. A smart TV has also been installed to showcase the Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs) of NIA-MIMO through Audio-Visual Presentations (AVPs). From a simple wooden bulletin board to a modern information hub, the PAIS Information Area reflects how NIA-MIMO continues to adapt and embrace new ways of keeping people informed.


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𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐮𝐛: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐈𝐀-𝐌𝐈𝐌𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐈𝐒 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐫𝐞𝐚

Throwback to the early days of the NIA Maguindanao IMO (NIA-MIMO) Public Affairs and Information Staff (PAIS) Information Area, when simplicity was at the heart of sharing information. The area featured a simple wooden bulletin board with a modest design, where important announcements, office updates, photographs, and other relevant materials were posted for employees and visitors to see. Although simple in appearance, it served an important purpose—keeping everyone informed and connected with the activities and accomplishments of NIA-MIMO.

As time passed, the PAIS Information Area evolved with changing ways of communicating and presenting information. From a basic wooden bulletin board, it became more organized and visually engaging, providing more space for informative materials and office-related updates. The improvements reflected the office’s ongoing effort to make information more accessible, appealing, and useful to employees, farmer-beneficiaries, partners, and visitors.

Today, aligned with current trends in information dissemination, the NIA-MIMO PAIS Information Area has become a more modern and interactive space. It is now air-conditioned and equipped with a glass-covered bulletin board displaying a wider range of informational materials. A smart TV has also been installed to showcase the Programs, Projects, and Activities (PPAs) of NIA-MIMO through Audio-Visual Presentations (AVPs). From a simple wooden bulletin board to a modern information hub, the PAIS Information Area reflects how NIA-MIMO continues to adapt and embrace new ways of keeping people informed.


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26/08/2026

𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐩 𝐑𝐈𝐒: 𝐀 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬

The NIA Alip River Irrigation System (Alip RIS) was first proposed in the mid-1980s by then-Mayor Datu Ibrahim “Toto” P. Paglas III in response to the community’s need for a reliable water supply to increase agricultural production and farmers’ incomes. The project was partially completed and became operational as an irrigation system in 1993, with Engr. Noldin Oyod serving as its first Irrigation Superintendent. More than 30 kilometers of canals were constructed, along with essential irrigation structures that helped regulate water flow and protect agricultural areas.

Today, Alip RIS, located in Columbio, Sultan Kudarat Province, has a total service area of 3,404 hectares and benefits 1,623 farmer-beneficiaries as of December 2025. Under the supervision of Engr. Norhamin G. Mantikayan, Alip RIS continues to improve its facilities and water-delivery system, ensuring a more reliable supply of irrigation water for farmers. More than three decades after its establishment, Alip RIS remains an important agricultural lifeline, supporting the livelihoods of farming communities and contributing to increased and sustainable agricultural production.


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25/08/2026

𝐃𝐈𝐃 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖? Before a proposed irrigation project can be included in the National Expenditure Program (NEP) for the following year, it must first undergo project inspection and evaluation.

This important step allows the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) to verify actual site conditions, assess the proposed service area, identify farmers’ irrigation needs, and determine whether the project is technically and economically feasible. Field validation also helps ensure that the proposal is based on actual conditions—not merely on documents or plans.

Project inspection is therefore an essential part of the planning and budgeting process. The findings gathered during the inspection serve as a basis for preparing and evaluating the project proposal before it is considered for inclusion in the NEP.

Through proper inspection and validation, NIA helps ensure that government funds are proposed for irrigation projects that are necessary, feasible, and beneficial to Filipino farmers.


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24/08/2026

During the NIA Maguindanao Irrigation Management Office (NIA-MIMO) 1st Semester IPCR Assessment conducted in July 2026, Administrative Services Officer A Kulaipa M. Sangacala, Chief of the Administrative and Finance Section, emphasized the importance of staying focused on the commitments outlined in the Individual Performance Commitment and Review (IPCR).

She reminded employees that the IPCR serves as a guide for monitoring their responsibilities, targets, and accomplishments. She stressed that every commitment should be fulfilled with focus, discipline, and accountability.

She encouraged all employees to consistently monitor their progress, manage their time effectively, and strive to achieve their targets. She emphasized that individual performance contributes to the overall success of NIA-MIMO and the quality of public service it provides.

“Stay focused, honor your commitments, and give your best every day. Every accomplished IPCR target is a step toward personal growth and organizational success.”


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During the NIA Maguindanao Irrigation Management Office (NIA-MIMO) 1st Semester IPCR Assessment conducted in July 2026, Administrative Services Officer A Kulaipa M. Sangacala, Chief of the Administrative and Finance Section, emphasized the importance of staying focused on the commitments outlined in the Individual Performance Commitment and Review (IPCR).

She reminded employees that the IPCR serves as a guide for monitoring their responsibilities, targets, and accomplishments. She stressed that every commitment should be fulfilled with focus, discipline, and accountability.

She encouraged all employees to consistently monitor their progress, manage their time effectively, and strive to achieve their targets. She emphasized that individual performance contributes to the overall success of NIA-MIMO and the quality of public service it provides.

“Stay focused, honor your commitments, and give your best every day. Every accomplished IPCR target is a step toward personal growth and organizational success.”


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