by Staff Writer

COLOMBO (News 1st): A discussion between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and small and medium-scale rice mill owners took place yesterday (02) at the Presidential Secretariat.

During the discussion, the President emphasized the importance of ensuring a continuous and affordable supply of rice to consumers in the coming months. 

He engaged with the mill owners to identify immediate measures needed to achieve this goal.

The meeting also focused on enhancing storage facilities across the country to prevent shortages and ensure a steady rice supply.

Additionally, concerns were raised about the declining availability of Nadu rice for consumption due to its increased use in value-added products.

President Dissanayake highlighted the potential benefits of introducing a QR code system to streamline the distribution of fertilizer subsidies and boost domestic agricultural production.

Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development Wasantha Samarasinghe, Lak Sathosa Chairman Dr. Samitha Perera, officials, and small and medium-scale rice mill owners attended the discussion.

Published Date: December 3, 2024