MINIĆ OPENS 10TH SEMBERIJA MEAT FAIR

BIJELJINA, NOVEMBER 14 /SRNA/ - President-elect of Republika Srpska Savo Minić officially opened the 10th Semberija Meat Fair in Bijeljina, which brought together 75 exhibitors.

"Semberija, as our largest granary and one of our greatest agricultural and economic centers, certainly deserves to host a fair like this," Minić said, praising the perseverance that had enabled the fair to reach its tenth anniversary.

He added that investments in agriculture, processing facilities and all other aspects essential to producing finished goods were yielding results.

"Our task is to continue providing this support and work on all measures that will enable our products to reach not only the domestic market but also other markets," Minić said.

By attending the event, Minić stressed that the Republika Srpska authorities had demonstrated how much they valued the efforts and hard work of farmers, as well as everyone else engaged in production and processing.

He added that the aim was also to speak with people on the ground and hear about the problems they were facing.

The two-day fair is being held on the grounds of the Globus company in Dvorovi.

Globus owner Milenko Zupur told reporters that the fair showcases the strength of Semberija’s production, particularly meat production, as well as its healthy food products.

He noted that the number of exhibitors and visitors has been increasing year after year.

During his visit to Bijeljina, Minić will also attend the celebration of the patron saint's day of the Sveti Vračevi Hospital, Saints Cosmas and Damian.

The ceremonial cutting of the slava cake is scheduled for 1:00 p.m., followed by statements to the media.