Plantation Industry Archives - Lanka Business News

January 6, 2025

Lakbima Plantation Pvt. Ltd. a leader in the plantation industry, was recently honoured in the Plantation category at the Swarnasinghe National Awards for exceptional performance and entrepreneurship. As part of the Lakbima Group of Companies, the plantation division has earned recognition for its sustainable practices and innovative approaches to agriculture. Chief Executive Officer, Deshamanya, Upul […]

December 10, 2024

By the Chairman of the Planters’ Association of Ceylon, Mr. Sunil Poholiyadde For 170 years, Sri Lanka’s plantation industry has stood the test of time. Despite continuous upheavals, it has managed to adapt and endure. Over this period, the ownership structure of the industry underwent significant changes—from 124 years of British colonial ownership to the […]

August 7, 2024

By Chairman, Planters’ Association of Ceylon – Mr. Senaka Alawattegama Despite challenges like COVID-19 and economic crises, Sri Lanka’s plantation industry remains a key economic pillar. Privatization in 1992 increased operational efficiency and reduced the government’s financial burden. RPCs have diversified crops, invested in environmental conservation, and improved worker welfare. The plantation industry has long […]

July 6, 2023

Sri Lanka’s leaders in progressive plantations management, Hayleys Plantations, announced the launch of the inaugural International Sustainability Summit – a forum bringing together local and global experts to share their expertise and showcase cutting-edge innovations with the potential to re-shape the plantations industry for decades to come. Bringing together leading voices from […]

March 14, 2022

The Alumni Association of the National Institute of Plantation Management (NIPM) held a webinar recently, to discuss the “Role of the Plantation Industry to Strengthen the Sri Lanka’s Economy”. The vibrant and timely webinar was organized by the Association’s recently appointed Committee, in line with their policy to share knowledge with […]

Lakbima Plantation honoured at Swarnasinghe National Awards

Embracing Change: Charting a Brighter Future for Sri Lanka’s Plantation Industry

Building a Sustainable Future: The Impact of RPCs on Sri Lanka’s Economy and Environment

Uniting for Sustainable Growth: Hayleys Plantations Spearheads First Global Plantation Summit for Plantation Industry

National Institute of Plantation Management’s Alumni Association Hosts Webinar to Discuss “Role of the Plantation Industry to Strengthen the Sri Lankan Economy”