
The price of pork in many markets across Metro Manila has gradually decreased nearly two weeks after the implementation of the maximum suggested retail price (MSRP), according to Department of Agriculture (DA) Assistant Secretary Arnel De Mesa.
On 10 March, the DA imposed an MSRP on pork sold in wet markets within the National Capital Region (NCR) in an effort to bring prices down.
The agency set the MSRP at P350 per kilogram for kasim and pigue, while liempo was capped at P380 per kilogram.
However, some markets continue to sell pork at prices exceeding P400 per kilogram.
The DA is now reviewing the cost structure of pork — examining expenses and pricing in other parts of the country.
According to De Mesa, this is to determine whether the implementation of an MSRP on pork is also necessary in other areas across the country.
As of now, the policy is only being enforced in Metro Manila.