THE Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) urged Filipinos to support and purchase affordable goods from KADIWA outlets now operating in 784 local government units (LGUs) nationwide, as the government steps up efforts to cushion the impact of rising fuel costs on basic commodities.
In line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. following the declaration of a National Energy State of Emergency, KADIWA ng Pangulo continues to provide direct access to low-cost food and essential goods.
KADIWA, or Katuwang sa Diwa at Gawa para sa Masaganang Ani at Mataas na Kita, operates as a direct producer-to-consumer market under the Department of Agriculture, cutting layers in the supply chain to lower prices while increasing the income of farmers, fisherfolk, and micro, small, and medium enterprises.
The DILG called on LGUs to identify and secure strategic locations for KADIWA sites to ensure sustained access to fresh, affordable products in communities.
Consumers can purchase rice, vegetables, fruits, processed food, non-food items, and ready-to-eat meals at reduced prices, with P20-per-kilo rice available for vulnerable sectors.
Public response reflects its impact. One netizen shared, “Ang Kadiwa ay isa sa mga paraan upang maibsan ang nagtataasang presyo. Mababang presyo at de kalidad na produkto ang hatid sa bawat barangay.”
Another beneficiary said, “Pangalawang bili namin ng tig-20 pesos na bigas sa Kadiwa ng Pangulo. Sobrang laking tulong nito sa amin.”
The DILG also hosts a KADIWA market at its Central Office in Quezon City and has sustained monthly KADIWA activities since 2024, providing access to goods from over 40 merchants.
The Department emphasized that programs like KADIWA ensure that government support is directly felt at the household level
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