Starting today the Iloilo Provincial Government celebrates the 2nd Farmers' and Fisherfolks' Week with the theme "Mangunguma kag Mangingisda kaupod sang Probinsya sa Pagtib-ong sang Ekonomiya".
Various activities have been lined up until October 6 with different sectors being featured everyday.
Provincial Administrator Raul Banias with Department of Agriculture (DA) 6 Regional Director Dennis Arpia and Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) 6 Regional Director Remia Appari led the opening program which was attended by Municipal Agriculture Officers and different farmers organizations.
The weeklong celebration is also highlighted by the Agri-Fishery Trade Fair at the Iloilo Provincial Capitol grounds where fresh farm and fishery products are on display and available for sale.
Various ornamental plants are also on exhibit at the Garden Show at the back of the National Museum (formerly Iloilo Rehabilitation Center) and there are also farm machineries and equipment displayed at the Capitol's main entrance.
The Agri-Fishery Trade Fair is open to the public and will run until Friday, Oct. 6.