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PBBM Inaugurates Philippines' Largest Solar-Powered Pump Irrigation Project
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. unveiled the Cabaruan Solar-Powered Pump Irrigation Project (SPIP) on Monday, marking a significant step towards addressing the country's agricultural challenges.
The project, situated in Quirino, Isabela, is a pioneering endeavor in the Philippines, boasting the title of the country's largest solar-powered pump irrigation initiative.
Designed to mitigate the escalating energy costs associated with irrigating farmlands, the Cabaruan SPIP is projected to serve 350 hectares of rice fields, benefitting nearly 237 rice farmers in the region.
During the inauguration ceremony, President Marcos emphasized the government's commitment to fortifying the agricultural sector, which is vulnerable to the vagaries of nature. He highlighted the project's transition from fossil fuel-powered machinery to solar energy, ensuring cost-effective and sustainable irrigation practices for Filipino farmers.
President Marcos articulated the administration's ambition to achieve agricultural self-sufficiency, especially in light of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Underlining the pivotal role of water in agricultural productivity, he reiterated his administration's dedication to prioritizing the agricultural sector.
The Cabaruan SPIP, a brainchild of the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) under the Mangat River Integrated Irrigation System (MARIIS), stands as a testament to innovation and efficiency. Notably, it is the first SPIP to be constructed over an irrigation canal, sparing farmers from land donation requirements. Boasting 1,056 solar panels, it sets a precedent as the largest SPIP nationwide.
With the capacity to generate 739,200 watts of power for its two submersible pumps, the SPIP promises to reduce farmers' electricity and fuel expenses while augmenting agricultural production through consistent water supply.
President Marcos also highlighted the broader initiatives undertaken by the government in advancing solar-powered irrigation projects across the Cagayan Valley region. With 15 projects already in operation and 152 more in various stages of construction, the administration remains steadfast in its commitment to bolstering agricultural sustainability.
Isabela's prominence as a key agricultural hub underscores the significance of initiatives like the Cabaruan SPIP in enhancing productivity and livelihoods in rural communities. As the nation's leading corn producer and second-largest contributor to palay production, Isabela stands at the forefront of agricultural innovation, poised to drive transformative change in the sector.
The project, situated in Quirino, Isabela, is a pioneering endeavor in the Philippines, boasting the title of the country's largest solar-powered pump irrigation initiative.
Designed to mitigate the escalating energy costs associated with irrigating farmlands, the Cabaruan SPIP is projected to serve 350 hectares of rice fields, benefitting nearly 237 rice farmers in the region.
During the inauguration ceremony, President Marcos emphasized the government's commitment to fortifying the agricultural sector, which is vulnerable to the vagaries of nature. He highlighted the project's transition from fossil fuel-powered machinery to solar energy, ensuring cost-effective and sustainable irrigation practices for Filipino farmers.
President Marcos articulated the administration's ambition to achieve agricultural self-sufficiency, especially in light of the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Underlining the pivotal role of water in agricultural productivity, he reiterated his administration's dedication to prioritizing the agricultural sector.
The Cabaruan SPIP, a brainchild of the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) under the Mangat River Integrated Irrigation System (MARIIS), stands as a testament to innovation and efficiency. Notably, it is the first SPIP to be constructed over an irrigation canal, sparing farmers from land donation requirements. Boasting 1,056 solar panels, it sets a precedent as the largest SPIP nationwide.
With the capacity to generate 739,200 watts of power for its two submersible pumps, the SPIP promises to reduce farmers' electricity and fuel expenses while augmenting agricultural production through consistent water supply.
President Marcos also highlighted the broader initiatives undertaken by the government in advancing solar-powered irrigation projects across the Cagayan Valley region. With 15 projects already in operation and 152 more in various stages of construction, the administration remains steadfast in its commitment to bolstering agricultural sustainability.
Isabela's prominence as a key agricultural hub underscores the significance of initiatives like the Cabaruan SPIP in enhancing productivity and livelihoods in rural communities. As the nation's leading corn producer and second-largest contributor to palay production, Isabela stands at the forefront of agricultural innovation, poised to drive transformative change in the sector.
Jun 10, 2024
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