El Niño no reason to raise food prices, DA says; warns of hoarding
The threat of a very strong El Niño, which may last until the first half of 2027, does not justify higher commodity prices because food supply is sufficient, the Department of Agriculture said Tuesday, according to GMA News. DA spokesperson Arnel de Mesa said those found profiteering or hoarding will be held accountable. The DA also said it is not planning an export ban on farm goods, including rice.
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