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SRI LANKA IN SUMMARY 54 percent of households experienced food insecurity (rCARI) 67 percent of households in the estate sector are food insecure; 53 and 43 percent respectively in rural and urban areas 70 percent of Samurdhi beneficiaries, 66…

Sri Lanka imposed a ban on chemical fertilizer and other agrochemical imports in May 2021 and declared a complete shift to organic agriculture. Soon after the farmers completed the cropping season under the changed policy, the…

The Government of Sri Lanka enacted the Import and Export Regulations No. 7 of 2021 which banned the import of chemical fertilizers and other agrochemicals. The objective was to promote organic agriculture to make agricultural system…

Background In May 2021, Government of Sri Lanka enacted the Import and Export (control) Regulations No. 7 which banned importation of chemical fertilizers and other agrochemicals to the country and declared a green agricultural movement. The objective…

In April 2021, the Sri Lankan government imposed a ban on the import of agrochemicals with the aim of providing a toxin-free diet for all citizens by promoting organic agriculture. The sudden policy change affected the…

DESERTIFICATION AND DROUGHT Desertification and drought issues have become increasingly prevalent in various parts of the world, resulting from a combination of natural processes and human activities. Asia, in particular, faces immense challenges due to its vast…

DENGUE CASE REPORTING During the week 24, 2477 suspected dengue cases were reported in 26 districts in comparison to 2730 cases in 26 districts during the week 23. There is a 9.3% decrease in week 24, compared…

FOOD SECURITY SNAPSHOT Crop production in 2023 forecast below five‑year average Cereal import requirements in 2023 estimated above five‑year average Prices of cereals on decline, but remain at high levels in May Acute food insecurity level declines in 2023 Crop production…

Expert Committee Chairperson highlights the importance of spreading awareness and safeguarding against dengue transmission – Stresses State Minister Dr. Seetha Arambepola. During a meeting held yesterday (14) at the main auditorium of the Western Province Chief Secretariat,…