MANILA, Nov. 19 -- Close to 50 exhibitors are showcasing organic products and sustainable finds in the 18th Negros Island Organic Farmers' Festival (NIOFF) at Capitol grounds here from Nov. 19 to 23.

Held in line with the Organic Agriculture Month, the almost annual event, organized by the Negros Occidental provincial government, is being held this year alongside the inaugural Terra Madre Asia-Pacific, a five-day slow food event that celebrates good, clean and fair food through immersive exhibits, conversations, tastings and activations.

In his message, Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson said Negros Occidental takes pride in its food, which is a celebrated reflection of the Negrense culture and expression of its people.

Lacson said through t...