SOURCES OF LIVING
SOURCES OF LIVING
They cultivate rice, root crops, vegetables, and bananas on the fertile riverbanks and wet plains.
The rivers provide a variety of fish, notably lurung and aguag, which are integral to their diet.
They supplement their diet with meat from hunting and domesticated animals.
They engaged in trade with neighboring groups and foreign traders, including the Chinese, Indians, and Japanese.
RELATIONSHIP WITH ANCESTRAL DOMAIN
The Ibanag's ancestral lands are central to their identity and way of life. These lands are not only economic resources but also hold cultural and spiritual significance. The fertile lands along the Cagayan River support their agricultural practices, while the rivers themselves are vital for fishing and transportation. The concept of ancestral domain encompasses these lands and waters, reflecting a holistic view of their territory as essential to their sustenance and cultural practices.