The country’s food supply is stable and expected to last until July, according to Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr.
Adequate inventories, ongoing harvests, and imports are helping cushion the impact of global market volatility, with the National Food Authority holding 400,000 metric tons of rice.
Other staples like vegetables, corn, sugar, onions, and pork are also sufficient, supported by peak harvests and cold storage stocks.
The Department of Agriculture is monitoring market prices and working with suppliers to offer affordable alternatives, including the continuation of the P20 rice program for target beneficiaries.
Secretary Tiu Laurel emphasized that the government is focused on maintaining food availability while managing price pressures for consumers.
Source: PhilNews24 | March 23, 2026
