Sugarcane farmers in Davao del Sur will receive aid through the P20 rice program.
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Over 400 sugarcane planters and workers in Davao del Sur are set to reap the benefits of affordable rice, priced at just P20 per kilo, as promised by President "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.
This budget-friendly rice will be unveiled at the Dasureco compound in Barangay Guihing, Hagonoy, Davao del Sur, with 4,000 kilos being distributed among the fortunate few.
Lawyer Randolf Pensoy, regional director of the Department of Labor and Employment-Davao Region (Dole-Davao), expressed his hope that this program will expand its reach to cover more than just small, medium, and micro enterprises. He also mentioned plans to extend the Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) program to other provinces in the region, but the team is still waiting for the go-ahead, rice availability, and an implementation timeline.
However, Pensoy cautioned that individuals intending to resell the rice may face penalties or consequences.
The initiative is a joint effort by Dole-Davao, the Department of Agriculture-Davao Region (DA-Davao), the National Food Authority (NFA), and private sector partners. Simultaneously, Dole offices across the country are implementing this program nationwide.
In his election campaign, Marcos vowed to provide rice at P20 per kilo. Initially, the Department of Agriculture facilitated sales through the Kadiwa ng Pangulo program, catering to members of vulnerable sectors, including indigents, senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and solo parents.
The Kadiwa rice is supported by the government via the Food Terminal Inc. RGP
While specific details about the Benteng Bigas Meron program are scarce, agricultural initiatives and infrastructure development have been a key focus under the Marcos administration. The Build Better More (BBM) program aims to invest USD 148 billion in 198 high-impact projects over 2023-2028, improving sectors like transportation, energy, agriculture, health, and digital connectivity[2][5]. The government has also been striving to boost agricultural productivity and infrastructure to support the sector[5]. Infrastructure expansion under the BBM program could indirectly aid agriculture by enhancing transportation networks and other essential services[2][5].
If "Benteng Bigas Meron" refers to a different initiative, further information would be required to offer specific insights about expansion plans or implementation timelines.
- The government's efforts to provide affordable food-and-drink extend beyond the Kadiwa rice, as witnessed in the Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) program, which is a joint initiative with Dole-Davao, DA-Davao, NFA, and private sector partners.
- In Davao, the cultural significance of food-and-drink is reflected in the Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) program, a key policy-and-legislation initiative under the Marcos administration, aiming to increase access to affordable rice.
- The Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) program, a part of the general news, is not only focused on small-scale enterprises; Lawyer Randolf Pensoy of Dole-Davao has expressed hopes for its expansion to cover a wider range of sectors.
- The Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) program, backed by the Marcos government, reflects the administration's commitment to improving the lifestyle of citizens by making essential commodities like rice more affordable, aligning with the broader BBM program's aim to enhance sectors like transportation, energy, agriculture, health, and digital connectivity.
