Sri Lanka prepares for first-ever seed exports after successful testing

Sri Lanka has initiated arrangements for the export of various types of seeds for the first time ever, marking a significant milestone for the country’s agricultural sector. 

The Department of Agriculture has confirmed the successful testing of several species of seeds, including chillies, eggplant, green chillies, ladies fingers, and maize, which are set to be exported soon.

It is also reported that there is a significant surge in demand for these seed varieties from many foreign countries.

The required research on seeds has been carried out by experts of the Department of Agriculture, while the development and processing activities of the seeds have been undertaken by the private sector, with the highest technology and expert support, said the Department of Agriculture.