Panama's IMA announces new Agroferias in seven provinces for June 29-30

The Institute of Agricultural Marketing (IMA) in Panama has announced new Agroferias to be held on June 29 and 30 in seven provinces. These markets are designed to offer essential products from the basic food basket at affordable prices, helping to alleviate household expenses.

The Agroferias will take place in various communities across Coclé, Chiriquí, Panamá Este, Veraguas, Herrera, Colón, and Panamá Oeste. On Monday, June 29, locations include Penonomé, Bugaba, Chepo, Montijo, and Colón. The following day, Tuesday, June 30, markets will be held in Antón, Santa María, Colón, Chame, Boquete, San Miguelito, and Las Palmas.

According to the IMA, the fairs will operate from 8:00 a.m. Attendees are required to present their national identification card and bring their own reusable bags for shopping. These events are part of the IMA's strategy to facilitate public access to subsidized or below-market-price food items.

Agroferias are organized sales events where products such as rice, oil, grains, sugar, salt, pasta, vegetables, fruits, meats, and other essential foods are sold. The initiative aims to strengthen direct commercialization between producers and consumers while providing economic relief to families.