📈 BIOFACH 2026: Sri Lanka’s Organic Export Drive

Sri Lanka is set to strengthen its global organic footprint at BIOFACH 2026 in Nuremberg, Germany (Feb 10–13). Organized by the Export Development Board (EDB) and the National Organic Control Unit (NOCU), the national pavilion will showcase premium value-added exports to tap into the growing EU market. • Strategic Participation Eight leading exporters are physically participating, while a "Virtual SME Corner" features 10 SMEs to provide international visibility for smaller producers. This follows a successful 2025 showing where exporters secured over US$ 0.2 Mn in immediate orders and US$ 0.83 Mn in negotiated deals. • Sector Highlights Spices: Special focus on PGI-certified "Pure Organic Ceylon Cinnamon", alongside pepper and cloves. Tea: Daily tasting sessions of Pure Ceylon Tea to promote high-value organic varieties. Coconut Products: Showcasing kernel-based items like organic oil and milk, which saw growth rates up to 88% in the previous year. Value-Add: Inclusion of organic fruits, vegetables, and herbal beverages. • Regulatory & Standards Sri Lanka is using the platform to promote the SLS 1324 organic standard and engage with international bodies like the UK’s DEFRA and UKTP to align local frameworks with global best practices. • Economic Context Total merchandise exports reached US$ 13.58 Bn in 2025 (+6.32% YoY). The organic sector remains a key pillar for diversification, targeting high-spending health and wellness segments in the US and EU.