Manila, July 2 -- The "Benteng Bigas Meron (BBM) Na" is now available in 94 locations across the country, the Department of Agriculture (DA) said Wednesday.

The BBM Na refers to the sale of PHP20 per kg. of aging but good quality rice stocks of the National Food Authority (NFA) for the members of the vulnerable sector and minimum wage earners.

As of June 23, about 542.18 metric tons - worth PHP10.83 million - have been sold, benefiting 63,473 households by the Kadiwa ng Pangulo (KNP) and other accredited sites.

This includes the launch of the BBM Na KNP site at the Zapote public market in Bacoor, Cavite on Wednesday morning, led by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.

KNP outlets, pop-up stores, and partner retailers are now operating in...