The Department of Industry and Trade of Ho Chi Minh City reported to the People's Committee on the plan to supply staple foods in the city, highlighting the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and natural disasters. The report discussed the significant decrease in pork prices, averaging about 20% since June 2020, due to the government's permission to import live pigs from Thailand. Despite market price increases for rice from March to now, businesses have maintained stable selling prices. However, prices for vegetables, tubers, and fruits have surged due to prolonged storms and floods, with cabbage, spinach, and corn seeing increases of up to 32.8%.