Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, May 15) — The Agriculture Department has partnered with Grab Philippines for the sale and delivery of fresh produce from local farmers and food growers amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Under the partnership, the ride-hailing firm will be delivering online through its GrabExpress feature vegetables, fruits, and meats purchased by Metro Manila customers from the agency’s eKadiwa initiative.
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“We are hopeful that these local produce can reach far and wide through the technology and wide delivery network of GrabExpress,” said Grab Philippines President Brian Cu.
The Department of Agriculture is currently selling major agricultural products from farmers and food growers through its “Kadiwa ni Ani at Kita” program at more affordable prices. The agency has teamed up with local governments and the private sector for the program.
Earlier this month, Agriculture Secretary William Dar said many farm and fishery producers have expressed their desire to participate in e-commerce in light of store closures and rules on physical distancing.
He said this is part of the “new normal” for agriculture and fishery sectors in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
