2024-10-09 00:13:17
Store, Beneficiaries of the technical land irrigation subproject «Verdun», from the El Tambo parish, from the Catamayo canton, and personnel from the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG), carried out the verification of the hydraulic operation of the sprinkler and drip irrigation systems, the Undersecretary of Irrigation and the District Director of Loja of the MAG, led the verification of the progress status of the project, which has reached 50% progress.
During the verification day, a physical verification was carried out in collaboration with the Organization’s Board of Directors and the Citizen Peasant Oversight Committee, who accompanied the tour of the implemented properties. An inspection of the hydraulic operation of the sprinkler and drip irrigation systems was carried out, guaranteeing their optimal performance.
As part of the commitment established by the MAG, the continuity of technical support for the work execution process was ensured, with the aim of guaranteeing its long-term success and sustainability.
The subproject contemplates a total area to be implemented of 59.11 hectares, benefiting 73 families in the community. Among the predominant crops that will benefit from this irrigation system are corn, citrus fruits, cucumbers, peppers and passion fruit, thus contributing to the agricultural and economic development of the region.
Augusta Correa Rojas, District Director of MAG, stated that the institution reaffirms its commitment to sustainable rural development and will continue to work in collaboration with communities to promote projects that improve the quality of life of agricultural producers.