Vendors at the Malimgas Public Market in Dagupan City struggled to sell vegetables on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, as supply from major sources remained scarce after Super Typhoon #NandoPH.

Since Monday, September 22, only a few traders from Benguet, Nueva Ecija, and Cagayan have been able to deliver produce, leaving many stalls empty.

“Walang biyahe, walang gulay ngayon. ’Yung pamangkin ko bumyahe pero hanggang ngayon wala pa,” Concepcion Bonus, a vendor, said.

Officials of the Benguet Vegetable Farmers and Vendors Association said fewer crops are being harvested after Nando battered highland farms. Landslides have also made it difficult for traders to transport vegetables to lowland markets.

“Mayroon kaming biyahe ngayon pero talagang kaunti at saka tumaas, times 3 ang gulay. ’Yung iba nag-plus 20 pesos pero ang repolyo times 3 ang presyo,” association president Rex Luis said.

The shortage has pushed farmgate prices to double or even triple, with the effect quickly reaching retail markets.

Prices in Dagupan have risen to P60-P80 per kilo for cabbage, potatoes, chayote, and wombok; P150-P200 per kilo for broccoli and cauliflower; and P100 per kilo for eggplant, tomatoes, string beans, and okra.

Shoppers like John Mike Raga feel the impact.

“Mahal. Dati 50 [pesos] lang itong binibili ko, ngayon 60 na, dahil siguro sa bagyo,” he said.

Authorities said they are monitoring the situation as consumers brace for higher costs in the coming days.