Chinese support to revitalise agricultural sector

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A discussion on addressing challenges in Sri Lanka’s agriculture sector, as well as related environmental issues, under the Memorandum of Understanding on Enhancing China–Sri Lanka Agricultural Productivity, was held yesterday under the patronage of the Secretary to the President, Dr Nandika Sanath Kumanayake.

During the discussion, extensive deliberations took place on jointly implementing programmes between China and Sri Lanka aimed at resolving issues in the country’s agriculture sector and enhancing overall productivity.

Further discussions focused on the potential use of Chinese technology and tools to address challenges in the agriculture sector and associated environmental concerns. Attention was also given to minimising crop damage caused by wild animals, as well as the assistance that could be extended by China for the cleaning and restoration of the Beira Lake.

Among those present at the discussion were Wayamba University Senior Lecturer of the Faculty of Agriculture and Plantation Management Vishvajith Kandegama; Guizhou University’s Professor Zhang Guozhu and Hubei Province Department of Commerce and Management officials Cao Xuan and Wei Ping long with several other representatives.