📈 CBSL Governor to Keynote 172nd Planters’ Association AGM

Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, will attend the 172nd Annual General Meeting of the Planters' Association of Ceylon (PAC) as Chief Guest on Saturday, September 19. The event brings together 22 Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) and industry leaders to shape strategies for long-term economic growth. • Key Event Details - Organization: Planters' Association of Ceylon (PA), founded in 1854 - Participants: 22 Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs), industry stakeholders, and government policy partners - Focus: Expanding investments, enhancing productivity, and addressing policy frameworks • Sector Overview & Diversification - Core Exports: Tea continues as the primary agricultural export backbone, alongside rubber, spices, and palm oil. - Crop Diversification: Expansion beyond traditional exports into high-value premium crops, including coffee, avocado, berries, pepper, cinnamon, cardamom, and cocoa. • Modernization & Sustainability Investments - Active investments in replanting, processing infrastructure, environmental certifications, and renewable energy (including solar power).