Marcos Administration's PHP20/Kg Rice Initiative Targets Vulnerable Sectors

Strategic Insights -

The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has welcomed the initiative of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to provide PHP20 per kilogram of rice to vulnerable sectors, including senior citizens, persons with disabilities, solo parents, and members of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps). The subsidized rice is part of the 'Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) Na' program, available in select Kadiwa ng Pangulo stores and accredited non-Kadiwa outlets nationwide. The program aims to ensure food security for poor Filipinos amid global tensions.

Key Takeaways:

  • The President's initiative provides PHP20/kg rice to vulnerable sectors, including senior citizens, persons with disabilities, solo parents, and 4Ps members.
  • The subsidized rice is available in select Kadiwa ng Pangulo stores and accredited non-Kadiwa outlets nationwide, with 123 sites currently operating.
  • Beneficiaries can purchase the cheaper rice with valid identification, including senior citizen ID, SPIC, PWD ID, or 4Ps household beneficiary ID.
  • The 'Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) Na' program is part of the administration's efforts to ensure food security for poor Filipinos amid global tensions.
  • The Department of Agriculture (DA) is providing the subsidized rice, while the DSWD is facilitating its distribution.
  • A list of Kadiwa and non-Kadiwa rice outlets is available on the DA's official website.

Statistics:

  • PHP20 per kilogram of rice is the subsidized price for vulnerable sectors.
  • 123 sites nationwide offer the cheaper rice, including 88 Kadiwa ng Pangulo centers, kiosks, stalls in public markets, local government units, and other agencies.
  • The subsidized rice program is available to:

+ Senior citizens

+ Persons with disabilities

+ Solo parents

+ Members of the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps)

  • The program aims to ensure food security for poor Filipinos amid global tensions.

Sources:

  • "Manila, July 1 -- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) on Tuesday said President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s initiative to provide PHP20 per kg. rice to vulnerable sectors is a timely step towards ensuring food security for poor Filipinos amid the effects of global tensions." (Philippines News Agency)