Virtual markets that served as alternative trading platforms for Filipino farmers are now seeing a surge in orders. COVID19 LuzonLockdown
MANILA -- Virtual markets that served as alternative trading platforms for Filipino farmers are now seeing a surge in orders, as those cocooned in their homes due to the COVID-19 pandemic do their grocery shopping online.
“Hindi lang kasi households yung naging kliyente namin, pati mga donors sa frontliners,” said Chriz Valdez, one of the founders of BigasPh and Murang Gulay. The headcount was raised to 40, 8 of which are in customer support. They also hired 5 delivery van drivers and doubled the number of their motorcycle riders to 60, she said.
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