Dumuloc Dam Project to Benefit Nearly 1,500 Farmers in Pangasinan

BUGALLON, Pangasinan — Nearly 1,500 farmers in Bugallon, Pangasinan will have year-round irrigation once the Dumuloc Small Reservoir Irrigation Project (SRIP) is completed. The project is set to provide a stable water supply to approximately 1,632 hectares of farmland across nine villages, enabling farmers to increase crop production during both the wet and dry planting seasons. Top officials from the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) inspected the progress of the project over the weekend, ensuring it remains on schedule and adheres to engineering standards. According to NIA Region 1 Regional Manager Geffrey B. Catulin, the project involves an earthfill dam designed to augment water supply to existing irrigation systems serving farming communities in Bugallon. He emphasized that this initiative is part of NIA’s long-term strategy to enhance irrigation infrastructure and water distribution in Pangasinan. NIA stated that regular inspections will continue to guarantee the timely and quality completion of the project, with the agency committed to delivering dependable irrigation services that will boost farm productivity and strengthen food security. This investment in irrigation infrastructure is part of the government's broader efforts to modernize the agricultural sector in the Philippines and improve the livelihoods of farmers, particularly in rural areas. Agriculture remains a vital pillar of the Philippine economy, supporting domestic food supply and providing employment for a significant portion of the population.