Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte joins Trade and Industry Secretary Ma. Cristina Roque and Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. during their price monitoring activity at the Commonwealth Market on Wednesday morning, February 12, 2025.
The public officials held price tags showing reduced charges for commercial rice to reflect the recent implementation of a government policy aimed at controlling the rising costs of this staple grain due to market forces.
This regular market inspection by officials from the Department of Agriculture (DA) and Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is intended to safeguard consumer welfare, ensure fair prices, promote transparent business practices and maintain a stable market environment for all stakeholders.