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Summary

Consumers in the Philippines are grappling with high prices for chicken and pork, especially at Murphy Market in Cubao. Despite a slight drop in chicken prices, many are finding it hard to afford, with chicken reaching Php250 per kilo. Pork, though slightly reduced, remains costly. The local poultry industry faces production challenges due to humid weather, while transport issues in the Visayas further inflate prices. The Department of Agriculture is considering a maximum price for chicken and pork, with hopes to stabilize costs. Despite some price reductions, meat remains a heavy financial burden for consumers.

Takeaways

• 😀 Consumers are frustrated with high chicken prices despite some drops in pork prices.
• 😀 Chicken prices have reached Php250 per kilo at Murphy Market in Cubao, making it unaffordable for many families.
• 😀 Some consumers have turned to cheaper chicken options or vegetables to save money while maintaining their meals.
• 😀 The United Broiler Raisers Association (UBRA) highlighted challenges in chicken production due to humid weather.
• 😀 Farm gate prices for chicken dropped significantly, but retail prices still remain high in the market.
• 😀 There has been a drop in pork prices, but they remain expensive for most consumers, with prices ranging from Php430 to Php450 per kilo.
• 😀 Pork prices in Metro Manila and other areas are impacted by additional costs like transportation and slaughtering fees.
• 😀 The closure of the San Juanico Bridge to large vehicles has contributed to higher prices in the Visayas due to increased shipping costs.
• 😀 The Department of Agriculture (DA) is studying a maximum suggested retail price (SRP) for chicken to regulate costs in September.
• 😀 The DA stated that meat prices, particularly in Metro Manila, should not be drastically affected by regional pricing changes in the coming months.

Q & A

What are consumers frustrated about regarding chicken meat prices?

Consumers are frustrated with the high prices of chicken meat in the markets, which are still high despite some price changes in other meats like pork.

What is the current price of chicken in Murphy Market in Cubao?

The price of chicken at Murphy Market in Cubao is Php250 per kilo.

How have consumers adjusted to the high chicken prices?

Some consumers, like Zenida, are adapting by mixing small amounts of chicken with vegetables or opting for cheaper vegetables to stay within their budget.

What is the role of the United Broiler Raisers Association (UBRA) in the situation?

The UBRA highlights challenges in chicken production, such as the impact of humidity and the reduced production cycle, which have contributed to the high prices.

What is the current farm gate price for chicken, and how does it compare to previous prices?

The farm gate price for chicken has dropped to Php130 to Php140 per kilo, a decrease from the previous Php75 to Php80 per kilo, despite earlier price hikes.

How did the prices of pork change in the markets?

Pork prices have decreased slightly, with the price at Murphy Market dropping from Php450 per kilo to Php430, and the casing now priced at Php370 per kilo.

What has affected the prices of products in the Visayas region?

In the Visayas, the closure of the San Juanico Bridge to large vehicles has caused increased costs for loading barges from Leyte Pasamar, impacting product prices.

How has the Department of Agriculture (DA) responded to the increase in chicken prices?

The DA is studying the situation and has discussed the possibility of setting a maximum suggested retail price (SRP) for chicken in September.

What is the price situation in Metro Manila compared to other regions?

In Metro Manila, meat prices can be higher due to additional costs like loading and slaughtering fees, while other areas, like Mindanao, have fewer price increases.

What is the expected impact of the SRP setting for imported pork in August?

In August, the DA plans to set a maximum SRP for imported pork, which should help stabilize prices, especially in Metro Manila.