The Institute of Agrarian Marketing (IMA) will open new 'pueblo' (people's) stores in Río Hato, Aguadulce, Las Tablas, Cañazas, and Alcalde Díaz, bringing products closer to where they are most needed. Sales of rice through distributors also reached thousands of quintals in six regions, benefiting families and small businesses. Additionally, IMA continues to pay seniority bonuses and reinforces security in silos and warehouses, demonstrating its closeness to the people, producers, and the agricultural sector. IMA is preparing to launch its 'pueblo' stores reactivate agricultural fairs next week, delivering products directly to the people and producers. In these two years, the entity has held 2,500 fairs, operated 13 stores, three known as 'pueblo' stores, and 6 distributors in the Ngäbe-Buglé region. The sale of rice and other products has been in the millions, reaching two million families that have benefited from fair prices and availability near their communities. These programs involve about 500 officials, all working in the field and in regional offices, under the coordination of Nilo Murillo, marketing subdirector, ensuring that everything runs smoothly. This year, in January, 130 agricultural fairs have already been held, and it is expected that five new 'pueblo' stores will open in 2026, also offering meat products and a more complete offering for the people. Last year, in 13 stores, 500 quintals of rice were distributed, with improved logistics, more cashiers, fewer lines, and more staff collaborating to ensure everything flows smoothly. You may also be interested: Pilgrims arrive in Atalaya with testimonies of faith and miracles granted. February 18, 2026 Carnival madness: MP investigates corruption complaints involving minors. February 18, 2026 Bishop of Colón and Guna Yala Manuel Ochogavía undergoes emergency surgery. February 18, 2026 IMA activates 'pueblo' stores and agricultural fairs nationwide next week. February 18, 2026 Entry of meat and sausages in poor condition into the Atalaya area is prevented. February 18, 2026 The success of the agricultural fairs is still felt. 500 thousand picnics in bags were sold and everything worked with order and organization.
