The National Federation of Hog Farmers Inc. will hold its 17 th Annual Hog Convention and Trade Exhibits on April 24 to 26 at the Cebu International Convention in Mandaue City , Cebu , a press from organizers said.

The convention theme is “Enhancing Pork Production for the Export Market. It will be hosted by the Cebu Association of Meat and Poultry Products Multi-Purpose Cooperative headed by Pluy Ong, chairman.

It will gather both commercial and backyard hog farmers across the country, and will feature a Backyard Hog Farmers Congress to be sponsored by B-Meg and San Miguel Foods Inc.

The trade exhibits will have 125 booths and will showcase the latest veterinary products and innovative equipment. It will also feature a live hog exhibits and a series of seminars on swine management and production and the eradication of common swine diseases, the press release said.

NFHFI president Albert Lim Jr. said the event is part of NFHFI's mission to protect and promote the interest of the hog farmers and to enhance opportunities for growth, efficiency, equity and sustainability of the P120-billion industry.

The convention and trade exhibits are open to the public for free.

Those who wish for more information may call (02)744-3500 or 726-3644 or email hogfederation@globelines.com.ph or visit www.hogfederation.org .*

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