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LNP – No moves to import organic fertilizer: Minister

Agricultural Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage said today there were no moves to import organic fertilizer as reported.

He told parliament that steps would be taken to import only liquid nitrogen if required.

The Minister said farmer who had farming lands less than a hectare would be provided with Rs.30,000 to produce organic fertilizer required for their cultivations.

Tyronne Jayamanne

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  • As usual Minister is unaware some 3 Containers of hazardous Organic fertiliser imported awaiting to release at the port .

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