ALAMINOS CITY – The city government here will conduct another Agri-Trade Fair which is a yearly activity for farmers, fisherfolk and livestock raisers in every district of Pangasinan. The fair will be held on March 11-20, 2006 with the grand opening set on March 12 at the legislative compound of the city.

City agriculturist Ernesto de Leon said the preparation of the venue is on going. All farmers are encouraged to participate in the event and take the opportunities to showcase their efficient use of organic or inorganic fertilizers.

Participants will have their own booths for display of their products. To make the occasion more exciting, there will be an exhibition of their products, a competition for the best booth and ‘pinaka’ vegetables/fisheries and livestock. The products can also be offered for sale.

De Leon said there should be coordination between local governments and barangay councils to disseminate the event as widely as possible and encourage the latter to show agricultural projects or programs being implemented in a certain locality.

The city government has agricultural development program among its priority thrusts. (EMB/PIA)