Bantay Bigas Spokesman Cathy Estavillo calls for drastic measures as rice prices in local markets rise weekly. She suggested that the government may implement a price freeze, by-pass traders and buy 'palay' or unmilled rice directly from local farmers.

VIDEO AND INTERVIEW BY EZRAH RAYA

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