It was a day of celebration for residents of the Anoama'a No. 2 constituency on Saturday as they displayed their best catch and produce from the sea and their plantations.

Instead of getting on with their usual Saturday routine, residents converged on the grounds of Anoama'a College in Saoluafata to showcase their agricultural produce, livestock, and seafood. The event brought together farmers from the villages of Leusoalii, Luatuanuu, Solosolo, Eva, Salelesi, Fusi, Saoluafata with residents of the constituency in attendance. 

The Associate Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries, Maiava Fuimaono Asafo spoke on behalf of the Agriculture and Fisheries Minister, La'auli Leuatea Schmidt who is on duty travel abroad.

He commended the hard work and dedication of all the farmers, fishermen, and members of the women's committee whose work was on display on Saturday morning. 

Speaking on behalf of the Government, Maiava thanked the constituents of Anoama'a No. 2 for supporting the initiative from the Government. 

He then reminded the gathering of why the Government decided to give the Talomua festival to individual districts to host as a former of empowerment at the community level. 

"This is to empower all our farmers and inspire them to go back and work our lands, gifted to us by God," Maiava said. "This development was initiated by the Government so that our individual families can prosper and to ensure that we can support ourselves and can provide for our children. 

"In the previous years, there were only two showcases for all farmers and fishermen in the country – one in Apia and one in Savai'i. However, that has changed and it has been amazing to see the fruits of all the hard work by our farmers and fishermen across the country. 

"Agriculture and fishery are often described as the backbones of our country's economy and we believe that through these showcases, we are strengthening that backbone for the prosperity of this nation."

Maiava then urged the farmers to continue the good work, not only for today but for the future generation of the constituency and the country. 

"Continuing the development of fishery and agriculture can also prevent our people from relying on overseas goods and foods. 

"It is very important that we take care of our own families and utilise our lands and sea as well. If we take good care of our resources, they will also take care of us today, tomorrow, and the future."