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Here’s where to source fresh vegetables, fruits, and poultry direct from local farmers

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<p>In these difficult times, with many wet markets and supermarkets running low on supplies, Metro Manila citizens are forced to look for other sources of fresh fruits, vegetables, poultry, seafood, and meat. During this enhanced community quarantine, it’s even more important for us to reach out to farmers and support them in every way we can. It’s a win-win—we get a source of fresh produce, while at the same time help make our local agricultural sector more sustainable. </p><p>I am hoping that this call to action will help uplift our farmers’ current situation and strengthen their livelihood in one way or another. At the end of the day, we will all benefit if the agriculture sector becomes strong and vibrant again as it was before.</p><h3>You may also like:</h3><ul>	<li><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/ancx/food-drink/features/02/29/20/heres-where-to-buy-veggies-at-unbelievably-low-prices-and-help-our-benguet-farmers-at-the-same-time">Here’s where to buy veggies at unbelievably low prices and help our Benguet farmers at the same time</a></li>	<li><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/ancx/food-drink/features/video/01/18/20/the-marketmans-guide-to-the-smelliest-market-in-cebu-ces-the-city">The Marketman’s guide to the “smelliest” market in Cebu | Ces &amp; The City</a></li>	<li><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/ancx/culture/spotlight/07/08/19/benguet-farmers-are-disposing-sacks-and-sacks-of-perfectly-fine-pipino">Benguet farmers are disposing sacks and sacks of perfectly fine pipino — here’s what can be done</a></li>	<li><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/ancx/food-drink/features/08/23/19/from-black-cuchinta-to-a-grandmas-tapa-an-insiders-guide-to-salcedo-market">From black cuchinta to a grandma’s tapa: an insider’s guide to Salcedo Market</a></li></ul><p>The following is a short list of recommended farms that can be contacted for bulk as well as individual orders. Most of them can deliver to Metro Manila during this enhanced community quarantine period. Feel free to coordinate with them directly.</p><div> </div><h3>Vegetables and fruits</h3><h4>Bonena Multi Purpose Cooperative</h4><p>Vegetables from Pangasinan and Nueva Ecija, available for pick up at FTI Cold Storage, Cucumber corner Bagsakan Road, FTI Complex, Taguig City, open daily 6 am to 7 pm</p><p>Contact Mary Ann Dela Rosa (0917) 835-0338</p><div> </div><h4>Cherry Tomato Farm</h4><p>Greenhouse-grown cherry tomatoes and bell peppers from Tanay, Rizal, available for delivery within Metro Manila</p><p>Contact Ed Lalas (0947) 340-2074</p><div> </div><h4>EchoStore</h4><p>Fresh veggies from its farm available for delivery within Metro Manila (especially Makati) or through <a href="http://www.metromart.com" target="_blank">www.metromart.com​</a></p><p>Contact Arwin or Jerry at EchoStore, Salcedo Village, Makati (02) 8869-1516, <a href="http://echostore.ph" target="_blank">echostore.ph</a></p><div> </div><h4>Kai Farms </h4><p>Fresh chemical-free fruits and vegetables from Silang, Cavite for delivery within Metro Manila</p><p>Contact Camiel or Yancy (0998) 593-4832 or (0919) 088-5008</p><div> </div><h3>Seeds and Fruits Multipurpose Cooperative</h3><p>Fresh produce from Benguet, Mountain Province, with delivery to Metro Manila for bulk orders only</p><p>Contact (0906) 382-4978 or (0917) 700-2007</p><div> </div><h4>Teraoka Family Farm </h4><p>Fresh organic fruits and vegetables from Mangatarem, Pangasinan available for delivery within Metro Manila</p><p>Contact (0977) 833-0657, IG or FB <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Teraokafamilyfarm/">@teraokafamilyfarm</a></p><div> </div><h3>Poultry</h3><h4>Batangas Free Range Chicken </h4><p>Free range chicken eggs available in Metro Manila</p><p>Email batangasfreerangechicken@gmail.com</p><div> </div><h4>Pamora Farms Free Range Chicken</h4><p>Free range dressed chicken from Abra, available for delivery within Metro Manila via Lalamove</p><p>Contact (0995) 284-7031</p>

<p>The author and agriculture advocate makes a plea for citizens to help farmers in this time of COVID-19 crisis by buying straight from the source. By JAM MELCHOR</p>

The author and agriculture advocate makes a plea for citizens to help farmers in this time of COVID-19 crisis by buying straight from the source. By JAM MELCHOR