Rodel D. Lasco, Antonio S. Nangel, Wilfredo E. Cabezon, Samuel M. Contreras, Nenita V. Desamero, Rex Victor O. Cruz, Edwin A. Combalicer, Artemio M. Salazar and Joan P. Urquiola
doi.org/10.57043/transnastphl.2012.3255
ABSTRACT
Over the years, sectoral approach was used in ensuring the sufficiency of water supply for agriculture. In the Philippines, agriculture serves as the main consumer of freshwater resources. However, efforts in enhancing agricultural production were not linked with watershed protection. This paper uses the Ridge-to-Reef approach in establishing the link with watersheds and agriculture. It argues that the management of irrigation waters should consider watershed conservation to ensure the sufficiency of water supply. The paper presented several interventions that could be adopted by supply-side management through watershed conservation, and demand-side management through efficient use of irrigation waters. The information presented in this paper could help in crafting water-related policies or programs in the country.