Sights, Sounds, and Smells at the 9th Negros Island Organic Farmers Festival

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Representative Roman Romulo and wife Councilor Shalani Soledad-Romulo, and Agriculture Undersecretary Berna Romulo-Puyat, are among the special guests of the organic festival.

Negros Occidental Alfredo G. Marañon Jr. and Agriculture Undersecretary Berna Romulo-Puyat led the opening ceremonies of the organic festival.

A plaque of appreciation was awarded to Agriculture Undersecretary Berna Romulo-Puyat, a staunch supporter of the organic movement here in Negros.

The 9th Negros Island Organic Farmers Festival has opened today and it was well-attended by representatives of the government and the private sector headed by Agriculture Undersecretary Berna Romulo-Puyat, Pasig City congressman Roman Romulo and his lovely wife, Valenzuela City councilor Shalani Soledad-Romulo.

It was a happy event, blessed with good weather, and people enjoyed the activities lined up for the day. But most especially, visitors were impressed at the variety of organic products on display and up for sale. From fruits, to vegetables, to grains, and even seafood–you can’t get it any fresher than here because these all came from the source. There are also saplings of your favorite plants and trees as well as organic fertilizer. There are also novelty items. And if you get hungry, choose from among the many local brands that have food stalls in the area, serving snacks and meals.

Here are some photos taken at the event. Credit goes to the Negros Occidental PIO.

The Opening Day Thanksgiving Mass celebrated by Msgr. Gigi Gaston.

Agriculture Undersecretary Berna Romulo-Puyat presents a check to Silay City Mayor Jose “Oti” Montelibano.

Fresh produce and lots of delicious prepared meals are among the sights and smells at the organic festival.

Gov. Marañon heads the tour of the exhibitors at the opening day of the organic festival.

The governor talks to some of the exhibitors and vendors at the festival.

The governor samples what looks like chicharon or crackers made from organic ingredients offered to him at one of the food stalls.

The Hataw sa Lagoon Zumba group and participants led by Miss Ching Alcala, Zumba dance instructor..

Different groups and participants of mostly Negrosanon bikers who joined the Green Bike early morning event co-sponsored by Dan’s Outdoor 360.

Come and support them! You can still visit the Organic Festival until November 23 at the North Capitol Road, between PNB and the Capitol Lagoon. Here is the complete festival schedule. If you want a larger view of the schedule, please click this: 9th Oganic Festival Schedule.