Farmer-led Small-scale Irrigation Systems Management in Highland Vegetable Farming in the Cordillera Region, Philippines

Authors

Cheryll C. Launio, Benguet State UniversityFollow
Marivic O. Abyado, Benguet State UniversityFollow

Publication Date

6-30-2022

Abstract

Much has been said about large-scale and pump irrigation systems but not much published research is available on small-scale farmer-led irrigation systems supporting highland farming. This study described the management of irrigation sources and farmer-led irrigation systems, and conveyance and distribution technologies supporting highland farming. Data were based on FGDs in 30 barangays and a survey of 279 farmers in three highland provinces. Findings show that 91% of farmers use irrigation from springs, rivers, and creeks; 70% of the conveyance and distribution facilities are farmer-initiated and managed, and micro-irrigation technologies such as sprinklers and drip irrigation are accessible. National irrigation development agenda need to include and Cordillera region needs to prioritize support for small- and micro-scale irrigation systems, conservation of watershed and riverine systems, and rethink irrigable area policy to sustain the highland vegetable industry. Policy, R&D, infrastructure, and multi-agency convergence support to farmer-led irrigation development are paramount.

Recommended Citation

Launio, Cheryll C. and Abyado, Marivic O. (2022) "Farmer-led Small-scale Irrigation Systems Management in Highland Vegetable Farming in the Cordillera Region, Philippines," Journal of Economics, Management and Agricultural Development: Vol. 8: No. 1, Article 1.
Available at: https://www.ukdr.uplb.edu.ph/jemad/vol8/iss1/1