Residents of Butuan City bought fresh and affordable agricultural and fishery products at the one-day Kadiwa Fair at the Masao Aquaculture Center on Friday as part of the Farmers’ and Fisherfolk’s Month celebration.

Mercy Lumidas, 36, a resident of Masao, said she bought assorted vegetables from three stalls at prices lower than market rates.

“The price is lower compared to the markets, and the vegetables are fresh,” she said, urging the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) 13 (Caraga) to hold another round of the fair in their area.

Rosita David, 26, of Barangay Libertad, said she was visiting relatives in Masao when she saw the display of fruits, vegetables, and fish.

“I bought fresh fruits of different kinds because they are good for my children, and they are fresh and affordable,” she said.

David added that she hopes more Kadiwa Fairs would be organized in Butuan City to give residents easier access to farm and fishery products.

The fair underscored the importance of supporting local producers, featuring a wide range of commodities, fishery goods, and other locally made products.

Eight fisherfolk groups from Butuan City and nearby towns joined the fair, selling their products directly to the public.

“While we celebrate Farmers’ and Fisherfolk’s Month, we are also giving Butuan residents the chance to buy fresh products directly from the source,” BFAR-13 said in a statement.

“We urge residents to visit the Masao Aquaculture Center and enjoy the fresh, low-priced agricultural and fishery products.”

The fair also provided participating groups a platform to showcase their products and connect directly with buyers. (PNA)