At Bangkerohan Public Market, essential commodities experienced varied price movements as of February 26, 2026, with supply challenges and weather disruptions continuing to influence the local economy. Rice prices showed relative stability, while vegetables surged dramatically and fish costs posted significant declines.
Rice Prices Hold Steady Amid Supply Concerns
Imported rice varieties maintained their premium pricing, with local stocks following closely behind. Retail prices per kilogram stood at ₱58 for Kohaku Yellow, ₱57 for V-160 Banay-Banay, ₱60 for King, and ₱56 for V-160 Bansalan. Rice vendor Ric Magnaus noted, "As of February, rice prices have not changed," indicating stability despite earlier concerns about supply chain disruptions.
Cooking Oil Experiences Modest Increases
Cooking oil prices edged higher during this period. Palm oil rose by ₱3 per kilogram, moving from ₱82 to ₱85, while coconut oil remained steady at approximately ₱170. Market vendors explained that supplier pricing adjustments, rather than local demand fluctuations, primarily drove these increases.
Egg Prices Show Divergent Trends
Egg prices shifted unevenly across different size categories. Small eggs climbed from ₱165 to ₱185 per tray, and medium eggs increased from ₱220 to ₱230. Conversely, jumbo eggs dropped from ₱290 to ₱280, and extra-large eggs fell from ₱270 to ₱260. One vendor provided insight into this divergence, explaining that older hens naturally produce larger eggs, which tightens supplies of smaller sizes. Traders also linked the falling prices of larger eggs to improved weather conditions following several days of rain.
Fish Prices Post Significant Declines
Fish prices recorded the sharpest declines at Bangkerohan Market, falling between ₱20 and ₱50 per kilogram since the previous Friday. One variety dropped from ₱220 to ₱180, while moro-moro fish decreased from ₱250 to ₱200. A vendor noted that the "pirit" variety had been unavailable for three days, but stabilized weather patterns helped restore fishing catches and subsequently eased prices across multiple species.
Poultry Prices Remain Unchanged
Poultry prices held steady throughout the week, showing no movement from previous levels. Whole dressed broilers sold at ₱165 per kilogram, breast at ₱170, quarter leg at ₱155, wings at ₱160, drumstick at ₱150, and thigh at ₱155. This stability contrasted with the volatility seen in other food categories.
Vegetable Prices Surge Dramatically
Vegetables experienced the most dramatic price increases across all commodities. Onion prices jumped to ₱170 per kilogram from ₱130, garlic rose to ₱150 from ₱100, ginger increased to ₱150 from ₱70–₱80, potatoes climbed to ₱150 from ₱90–₱100, and cucumbers surged to ₱130 from ₱50–₱70. These substantial hikes represented some of the most significant movements observed in the market.
Market Analysis and Trader Insights
Traders attributed the uneven price movements to multiple factors including supplier adjustments, transportation costs, and weather-related harvest delays. Market observers noted that such fluctuations are common during seasonal transitions, when supply chains must recalibrate to changing production conditions. The mixed pricing patterns reflect the complex interplay between agricultural output, distribution logistics, and environmental factors affecting Bangkerohan Public Market.
