Tag: affordable rice

  • Kadiwa ng Pangulo’s Affordable Rice Program to Expand to Metro Manila Supermarkets

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced that the Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP) Rice for All program, which offers rice at reduced prices, will soon be accessible in supermarkets across Metro Manila. This development follows a productive meeting between Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. and representatives from major supermarket chains in the National Capital…

  • NIA Urges Local Governments to Boost Distribution of Affordable BBM Rice

    The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) is reaching out to local government units (LGUs) across the Philippines to expand the reach of Bagong Bayaning Magsasaka (BBM) rice, priced at PHP29 per kilogram. This initiative aims to make the affordable rice more accessible to Filipino consumers, particularly to senior citizens, persons with disabilities, solo parents, and beneficiaries…

  • NIA Urges Local Governments to Expand Reach of Affordable BBM Rice

    The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) is reaching out to local government units (LGUs) across the Philippines to broaden the distribution of Bagong Bayaning Magsasaka (BBM) rice, priced at PHP29 per kilogram. This initiative aims to make the affordable rice more accessible to Filipino consumers, particularly to senior citizens, persons with disabilities, solo parents, and beneficiaries…

  • NIA Urges Local Governments to Expand Access to Affordable BBM Rice

    The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) is reaching out to local government units (LGUs) across the Philippines to broaden the distribution of Bagong Bayaning Magsasaka (BBM) rice, priced at PHP29 per kilogram. This initiative aims to make the affordable rice more accessible to Filipino consumers, particularly targeting senior citizens, persons with disabilities, solo parents, and beneficiaries…

  • Sorsogon to Offer Affordable Rice to Vulnerable Groups Starting January 17

    On January 16, 2025, the National Irrigation Administration in Bicol (NIA-5) announced that it will make 500 bags of Bagong Bayaning Magsasaka (BBM) Rice available for purchase at its Sorsogon City office starting the following day. This initiative targets vulnerable populations, including senior citizens, individuals with disabilities, solo parents, and recipients of the Pantawid Pamilyang…

  • Kadiwa ng Pangulo Expands, Offering More Affordable Rice Varieties

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced that consumers will soon have access to more affordable rice options at Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP) centers and kiosks. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. shared this news during an ambush interview, highlighting the expansion of KNP to more areas in collaboration with various government entities. Secretary Tiu Laurel…

  • Department of Agriculture to Expand ‘Sulit Rice’ Program to 24 Kadiwa ng Pangulo Locations

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) announced on Monday that ‘Sulit rice’, priced at PHP36 per kilogram, will soon be available at 24 Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP) centers and kiosks. This rice, although 100 percent broken, is white and offers a more affordable option for consumers. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. shared in an interview…

  • New Affordable and Nutritious Rice Varieties Launched in Kadiwa Centers

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) has introduced two new rice varieties, Sulit Rice and Nutri Rice, under its ‘Rice for All’ program, which will be available starting this month. These varieties will be sold at Kadiwa ng Pangulo Centers across the country, as well as in selected public markets and train stations in Metro Manila.…

  • New Affordable and Nutritious Rice Varieties Hit Kadiwa Centers This Month

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced the launch of two new rice varieties, Sulit Rice and Nutri Rice, under its ‘Rice for All’ initiative. These varieties will be available starting this month at Kadiwa ng Pangulo Centers across the country, as well as in selected public markets and train stations in Metro Manila. Assistant…

  • Affordable Rice Now Available at More Public Markets in Metro Manila

    The Department of Agriculture (DA) has broadened its Rice-for-All initiative, bringing affordable rice to more residents of Metro Manila. The program, which started in August, now includes four additional public markets where Filipinos can purchase well-milled rice at PHP40 per kilo. The newly added markets are Larangay Public Market in Dagat-Dagatan, Caloocan; Phase 9 Bagong…