AGRI PRODUCTS FAIR. Farmers and fisherfolk from various people’s organizations in Negros Occidental working with the Provincial Environment Management Office hold a product-selling activity at the Capitol Grounds in Bacolod City. A total of 17 associations are participating in the event which runs until July 15. (Photo courtesy of Negros Occidental Capitol PIO)
BACOLOD CITY -- Various people’s organizations (POs) in Negros Occidental supported by the Provincial Environment Management Office (PEMO) are selling agricultural products, mostly organic and naturally-grown, in a 15-day fair at the Capitol grounds here.
Luisa Tutor, senior environment management specialist, said on Wednesday the “green event” gathers local farmers from upland and coastal areas.
The activity, which runs until July 15, is part of the 27th Provincial Environment Month celebration themed “Air Pollution: We can't stop breathing, but we can do something about the quality of air that we breathe.”
Tutor said the participating farmers are using biodegradable materials like leaves, abaca, paper and native baskets as packaging materials and containers instead of plastic.
“Through this annual event, we are promoting conservation economic enterprises as our participating farmers have been defending our natural resources through pro-environment practices. Environment conservation would mean sustainable livelihood for them,” she added.
This year’s fair is participated in by 17 farmers and fisherfolk associations showcasing various products such as rice, vegetables, roots crops, processed food, dried fish, herbs and fruit trees.
She added that through the activity, they also encourage farmers to become entrepreneurs to generate more income.
The PEMO’s vision is to achieve a healthy environment, create empowered communities, and promote sustainable economic growth, Tutor said. (PNA)
