US supports dairy modernization program

Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Alexis Taylor, paid a courtesy call on President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

During the discussions, the Sri Lankan leader was briefed on the ongoing dairy modernization program supported by the US.

In response, Wickremesinghe welcomed the program, stating it would complement the island-wide dairy expansion projects.

Further, the President has outlined the government’s agriculture modernization efforts, emphasizing the importance of attracting greater youth involvement in the sector.

The US delegation supported these initiatives, pledging to provide necessary assistance.