Benguet farmers struggle with rising costs and falling produce prices

Benguet vegetable farmers face significant losses due to rising costs and falling prices, impacting their livelihoods. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. visited Benguet to assess the crisis, where farmers and traders are struggling with expenses far exceeding the market value of their produce. The government has implemented measures like fuel subsidies and toll fee waivers to alleviate the burden on farmers and traders, and is purchasing produce directly.