Top officials from the Negros Occidental provincial government marked the opening of the 25th Panaad sa Negros Festival with a livestock fair last Saturday morning.
The six Negros Occidental congressional districts marked the opening with a lechon parade, prepared by various hog raising associations.
He said the province is currently recognized as the top producer of free range chickens, backyard-raised pork, and dairy products in the entire country.
Marañon said the provincial government is prioritizing its support for livestock raising due to the large income it provides for operators and businessmen.
The governor also stated the province has become the top producer of lamb meat in the country.
“The quality of our produce can compete not just locally, but internationally,” he said; noting visiting Australians are amazed by the quality of lamb meat being produced in the province, claiming it is “fatter and softer” than those produced in their home country.