NIA Region III – Senator Sherwin T. Gatchalian visited the Bulo Dam in the Municipality of Doña Remedios Trinidad, Bulacan on January 29, 2026, affirming that the irrigation facility is fully operational and continues to provide reliable irrigation support to local farming communities.
National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Administrator Engr. Eddie G. Guillen and NIA Regional Manager Engr. Josephine B. Salazar led the site visit. Also present in the inspection were Malibay-Kalawakan Irrigators Association (IA) President Sotero O. Sitchon, Upper Pampanga River Integrated Irrigation Systems (UPRIIS) IA President Dante Lazatin, and representatives from the Office of the Senator and the Legislative Budget Research and Monitoring Office (LBRMO).
During the dialogue with the IA officers, it was confirmed that Bulo Dam is actively serving a total irrigated area of 433.83 hectares. Farmer-beneficiaries attested to the dam’s significant contribution to sustaining crop production and improving farm livelihoods in the upland areas of Doña Remedios Trinidad.
Contrary to circulating reports, the activity highlighted that Bulo Dam remains functional, delivering irrigation water supply to support continuous agricultural activities in the area. The visit underscored the importance of on-site validation and direct engagement with farmers to ensure that public information reflects actual conditions on the ground.
Through close coordination with policymakers and farming communities, NIA continues to uphold its commitment to maintain efficient irrigation systems, promote transparent public communication, and support the welfare of Filipino farmers.
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