Amidst reports of large crowds and panic buying at supermarkets across Jamaica, GraceKennedy Group CEO, Don Wehby is moving to reassure customers that Grace Foods has sufficient stock.

“GraceKennedy, and in this particular instance, Grace Foods’ planning protocols are very robust, especially because we know that situations such as the one we’re facing with COVID-19 are possible. While we understand that it is an uncertain time, and we encourage preparedness on the part of the public, we want everyone to know that there is no need for panic or stockpiling of products,” Wehby said.

Speaking to the company’s readiness, Wehby advised that there is currently between six and eight weeks of inventory of key canned and preserved products for which GraceKennedy would expect an increase in demand. These include rice, corned beef and mackerel, among others. Additional finished goods and raw material inventory are en route, and will be arriving regularly over the next four months.

In the meantime, GraceKennedy’s six factories

across Jamaica are increasing production of key high demand products, including

viennas, baked beans and the very popular Grace Cock Soup. Distribution

channels are also prepared to deal quickly with restocking of retailers and

wholesalers as their products are depleted.

“We are serious about our commitment to providing

key food supplies to the nation, especially at this time. We’re here for our

customers and consumers, and we encourage them to take all precautions to

remain safe,” said Wehby.