Nghe An commits to providing enough food to serve people to prevent Covid-19 epidemic

On the afternoon of August 20, a working delegation of the Department of Industry and Trade led by Mr. Cao Minh Tu - Deputy Director of the Department of Industry and Trade inspected the situation of goods to proactively prevent the Covid-19 epidemic at supermarkets, markets, and warehouses in Vinh City.

The working group inspected goods and food at the supermarket. Photo: Quang An

Through survey, most of these locations still have abundant supply, no shortage of goods, and stable prices.

According to the assessment, in an emergency situation, businesses and agents in the area can import about 10,000 tons of food within 5-7 days to ensure supply to meet market demand.

The working group inspected the food sales area at Tay communal house, Vinh market. Photo: Quang An

In addition, the units can immediately supply about 600 tons of fish sauce; about 1,500 tons of cooking oil; about 250 tons of fresh milk; 200 tons of MSG; about 20 tons of instant noodles; and 5 tons of instant bread. In case of fluctuations, the amount of food reserves can meet about 20 - 30% more than normal demand.

At the meeting, the delegation requested enterprises producing, trading and distributing goods in Nghe An province to proactively research the market, assess the supply and demand of essential goods for people's lives; develop production plans and reserve essential goods to maintain stable business operations to ensure the supply of goods to the market according to each level of the Covid-19 pandemic with safe quality, reasonable prices, and ensuring food hygiene and safety.

Goods and necessities in Nghe An market are continuously replenished promptly. Photo: Quang An

Units must strictly comply with epidemic prevention and control measures for employees as well as those participating in the purchase and sale of goods. Enterprises must commit to providing sufficient goods and stockpiling consumer goods; increasing the supply capacity of essential goods to meet consumer demand, not allowing shortages or selling goods at prices not listed in the system; developing scenarios and plans to respond to epidemics.

Mr. Cao Minh Tu - Deputy Director of Department of Industry and Trade

The Department of Industry and Trade also recommends that consumers stay alert and follow official information to avoid panic, anxiety, and market disruption. There is no need to hoard goods. When shopping at supermarkets and markets, customers should wear masks and wash their hands frequently to prevent and control the Covid-19 epidemic.

In addition, when people discover businesses hoarding or raising prices of essential goods, they are requested to notify the authorities and competent agencies for inspection and strict handling according to regulations.