'Lechon' to prove Negros ASF-free

By Eugene Y. Adiong

Apr 17, 2023 12:40 am

BACOLOD CITY: To prove that Negros Occidental is free of African swine fever (ASF), hog raisers in the province will parade 25 whole lechon (roast pig) during the opening of Panaad sa Negros Festival today, April 17.

Rick Lauron, president of the Hog Raisers Association of Negros Occidental, over the weekend said each member-organization will bring at least one whole lechon to the event.

TAKE A BITE This scene will be repeated in the Panaad sa Negros Festival in Bacolod City today, April 17, 2023, to tell consumers of pork and pork products across the country that the meat comng from Negros Occidental is safe and free of African swine fever. PHOTO BY EUGENE Y. ADIONG

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