DA urges fish vendors not to hike prices during Holy Week

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is urging fish vendors not to exploit the increased demand for fish during Holy Week by raising prices excessively.

Assistant Secretary Joycel Panlilio stated that retail prices for galunggong should not exceed P320 per kilo, milkfish P250 per kilo, and tilapia P180 per kilo.

She noted that any price movement should be minimal as Holy Week has already begun, with demand expected to decrease by the weekend.

DA monitoring data from Metro Manila markets shows galunggong ranging from P200 to P320 per kilo, milkfish from P180 to P250 per kilo, and tilapia from P120 to P180 per kilo.

Panlilio assured consumers observing Lenten traditions that there will be an adequate supply of fish in the market.

The DA is actively monitoring retail prices and will coordinate with the police regarding possible profiteering if extraordinary increases are observed.