BACOLOD City – The provincial government continues its efforts to further strengthen the local livestock and poultry industry in Negros Occidental.
Provincial Veterinarian Renante Decena said the creation of a black pig association is being pushed this year.
“We are highlighting black pig production. It can be a potential alternative for our raisers, given its huge market here in Negros,” Decena said on Friday.
Black pig raising requires low-cost production inputs in terms of housing, feeding and maintenance, yet the income is high, he added.
Decena said the province remains the number one producer of backyard swine in the country.
The Provincial Veterinary Office (PVO) also gave recognition to its partners from the public and private sectors, who contributed to the development of the province’s livestock and poultry industry.
Through the annual Livestock and Dairy Fair, one of the major events of the 26th Panaad sa Negros Festival, PVO showcased the province’s flourishing animal raising industry. (With a report from PNA/PN)
