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Government Initiates Crop Damage Compensation Process for Weather-Affected Farmers.
May 18, 2026 at 9:24 AM
The Sri Lankan government has announced plans to provide compensation for crops damaged by recent adverse weather via the Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board, urging farmers to report losses immediately.
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Conflicting Reports Emerge Over Fertilizer Supply During Yala Season.
May 9, 2026 at 6:02 AM
While Agriculture Minister K. D. Lal Kantha assures sufficient fertilizer for the Yala season, reports from farmers and other officials suggest ongoing supply challenges and distribution bottlenecks.
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President Dissanayake Prioritizes Uninterrupted Fertilizer Distribution Amid Global Tensions.
April 2, 2026 at 1:38 PM
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed officials to streamline fertilizer distribution and prevent market hoarding to ensure farmers receive adequate supplies despite challenges in the Middle East.













