RFA INSPECTION. Agriculture Secretary Francisco “Kiko” Tiu Laurel, and Trade and Industry Secretary Maria Cristina Aldeguer-Roque, accompanied by Asec. Genevieve Guevarra, Asec. Arnel V. De Mesa, Ceso III, Director Junibert de Sagun of the Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service (AMAS) and DTI officials, inspected the KADIWA ng Pangulo Rice-for-All kiosks during Thursday’s visit at Guadalupe Public Market.
The two agencies reviewed selling prices of basic commodities in two groceries to assure consumers won’t be taken advantaged of during Christmas season, when demand usually rise.
The DA chief talked with the vendors about compliance with the price tag law, National Meat Inspection Service regulations, permits, and stall rentals.
The 2024 Noche Buena price guide was posted for the benefit of Filipino consumers.
The visit concluded with a brief news conference where the DA chief assured the public of sufficient supply of basic goods this holiday season. ### (photos by Joseph Henry Elamparo, DA-AFID)
