Agricultural Modernization and Farmer Support
Sri Lanka is implementing World Bank-supported programs to modernize the agrifood sector and help farmers transition to higher-value activities. These initiatives aim to create jobs, strengthen agriculture, and connect farmers with export markets by 2030.
So Sri Lanka's got 900,000 farmers about to "connect with private business and export markets" by 2030—which is banker-speak for "we're really hoping something clicks before then." Meanwhile, the Mahaweli River's been doing heavy lifting for centuries with zero partnership announcements, just vibes and hydropower.
The Government of Sri Lanka, in partnership with the World Bank Group and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), has officially launched the Sri Lanka AgriConnect Joint Implementation Plan to modernize the nation’s agrifood sector, create jobs, and strengthen https://t.co/SmaZBSdMbS
Lesser know fact about Sri Lanka:-Sri lanka has more than 100 rivers, but the mahaweli river alone stretches about 335 km—making it the island’s longest river and a lifeline for agriculture and hydropower. #SriLanka
MONETABRIEF - #SriLanka is implementing a #WorldBank supported program to help 900,000 farmers and fishermen move to higher value activities and connect with private business and export markets by 2030, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said. https://t.co/pLY4AbH2X3