Manila Bulletin
DA steps up processing of 'food lane' accreditation applications
The Department of Agriculture (DA) has expedited its processing of "food lane" accreditation applications to ensure the continuous delivery of perishable agri-fishery commodities to Metro Manila during the enhanced community quarantine.
This initiative aims to maintain an unhampered flow of food and agricultural products throughout Luzon.
Accredited food lane vehicles will be granted 24-hour ban-free access through the North Luzon to South Luzon Expressways.
Several food manufacturers, traders, and importers have already submitted their applications at the DA's central office in Quezon City.
The DA's Agribusiness and Marketing Assistance Service (AMAS) is operating with full staff during the quarantine to manage the accreditation and monitor supply stocks.
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