Rural Farmers in the Whole Province Are Selling Rice at PHP 20 per Kilogram
Rice Bounty in Cebu Province: Subsidized Grains Galore!
🎯 Hit the Mark:The provincial capital of Cebu just scored a bullseye! On May 1, 2025, rice, priced a staggering P20 per kilo, made its debut across the entire province, rolling out from the Provincial Capitol grounds.
🎉 The Green Light:Governor Gwen Garcia was the one who lit the spark at her meeting with mayors back in April 25, 2025, announcing that the rice would be procured from the provincial food reserves, making it available from Monday, April 28, 2025 onwards.
🍚 On a Budget:This rice extravaganza is part of the Department of Agriculture's program, sanctioned directly by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
📣 First Off the Block:Starting on Monday, Daanbantayan was the first to make a move, followed by Santander on Tuesday, April 29 💃🕺. Daanbantayan prioritized specifically persons with disabilities, solo parents, and senior citizens.
🏷️ Limited Stock, Limited Time:Some areas are limiting purchases to a maximum of 10 kilos per week for selected beneficiaries who present their Capitol-issued QR-coded cards. Each 10 kilos of rice amounts to a savings of up to P200 compared to regular market prices. Rest easy knowing that only fresh, quality rice is being distributed, not old supplies.
🌳 Boost for the Countryside:Santander aims to divert these cheap rice grains to every barangay, benefitting those residing in far-flung areas. No longer will those who live off the beaten path have to shell out their savings on expensive rice.
💰 First in, First Served:The program operates on a first-come, first-served basis, with the Municipal Agriculture Office in each town providing more details through their social media platforms.
🗓️ Timing’s Everything:Distribution schedules vary by barangay, with morning sessions from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM and afternoon sessions from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
🗣️ The Team’s Word:Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia of Dabayan, Cebu, stated that he was awaiting more details from the national government regarding the subsidized rice initiative before officially launching the program. He said that the guidelines are yet to be finalized and issued an executive order to streamline operations and ensure a smooth rollout.
📈 Aiming High:The subsidized rice program is not only designed to lower the cost of rice but also to support marginalized sectors and boost the procurement of local rice. Get ready to savor the savings! 🥘💖
- The provincial government, under the guidance of Governor Gwen Garcia, announced on April 25, 2025, that Daanbantayan would be the first to distribute subsidized rice to prioritize persons with disabilities, solo parents, and senior citizens, from April 28, 2025.
- Starting from May 1, 2025, fresh, quality rice priced at P20 per kilo will be available across all Cebu province, according to the Department of Agriculture's program sanctioned by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
- Santander aims to distribute the subsidized rice to every barangay, focusing on benefitting those residing in far-flung areas, in an effort to help those who live off the beaten path avoid spending their savings on expensive rice.
- The limited stock of subsidized rice will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, with a maximum of 10 kilos per week for selected beneficiaries who present their Capitol-issued QR-coded cards, resulting in savings of up to P200 compared to regular market prices.
- Mayor Raymond Alvin Garcia of Daanbantayan, Cebu stated that he was awaiting finalized guidelines from the national government regarding the subsidized rice initiative before officially launching the program, highlighting the need for proper streamlining of operations to ensure a smooth rollout.
