Govt. advises farmers to bring harvest to economic centres

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Following the decision to close the Pettah Manning Market by another week, farmers and traders have been advised to bring vegetables and fruits to economic centres at Meegoda, Narahenpita, Ratmalana, Welisara, Piliyadala and Veyangoda.

The Government Infor-mation Department releasing a statement yesterday said the decision was taken to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Wholesalers who purchase vegetables and fruits for sale at Manning Wholesale Market were also advised to visit these economic centres.The Government also advised farmers to delay the harvesting of crops when possible to protect crops from selling at a lower price.

The statement further said the vegetables and fruits would be purchased by the Government through District Secretariats and Agrarian Service Centres as a measure to distribute the produce to the public.

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