The Department of Trade and Industry Region 3 (DTI-3) is rolling out its “Balik Eskwela Diskwento Caravan” across Central Luzon, bringing affordable school supplies closer to consumers as the new school year approaches.
The initiative aims to help families prepare for the opening of classes by offering essential school items at discounted prices through direct selling arrangements with participating manufacturers, suppliers, and retailers. It also promotes consumer welfare while supporting local businesses.
So far, the series of caravans conducted in Bataan, Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac, and Zambales has generated more than ₱2.8 million in sales, reflecting strong public participation and continued demand for budget-friendly school supplies.
DTI Region 3 Regional Director Edna D. Dizon said the program is designed to ease the financial burden of parents during the back-to-school season while also creating market opportunities for local enterprises.
“The Balik Eskwela Diskwento Caravan is one of DTI’s ways of helping families access quality school supplies at more affordable prices. At the same time, it provides participating businesses with additional market opportunities, creating a win-win situation for both consumers and enterprises,” Dizon said.
In addition to the caravan, DTI has also released the 2026 Gabay sa Pamimili ng School Supplies, a price guide that serves as a reference for parents, students, and consumers in making informed purchasing decisions. The guide lists prevailing prices of commonly used school items and promotes responsible and practical spending.
Consumers may access the price guide through the official Facebook pages of DTI Region 3 and its provincial offices, as well as via the DTI Region 3 website.
More caravan activities are scheduled in the coming days, including stops in Gabaldon, Nueva Ecija on June 11–12 and Marikit, Casiguran, Aurora on June 12–13, where shoppers can continue to avail of discounted school supplies and other essential goods.
Through these initiatives, DTI-3 continues to strengthen its commitment to consumer protection, informed buying, and a fair and competitive marketplace across the region.
