The price of ginger has climbed to as high as P300 per kilo in some markets in Metro Manila. In Maki Pulido’s report on 24 Oras on Monday, vendors at Farmer’s Market in Quezon City said ginger prices went up from P180 to P300 per kilo within the past two weeks.Vendor Remy Basili said she took on 10 kilos to sell instead of her usual 25 since she is unable to sell it all."Pag ganito ka mahal, konti rin 'yung tubo," she added.“Ngayon lang po tumaas masyado ang local ng ganito kalaki.
Since the price of locally produced ginger increased, vendors like Mara Tedeo have started selling imported ginger, which sells for P20 less.According to rice watch group Bantay Bigas, traders buy ginger during the harvest season and are able to sell it in the market when supply falls.“Ganun pa rin 'yung sistema.