President stresses Need fo Stable, Affordable Rice Supply

President Engages in Talks with Small and Medium-Scale Rice Mill Owners

A discussion between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and small and medium-scale rice mill owners took place at the Presidential Secretariat.

During the discussion, the President emphasized the importance of ensuring a continuous and affordable rice supply to consumers in the coming months. He engaged with the mill owners to identify immediate measures to achieve this goal.

The meeting also focused on enhancing storage facilities nationwide to prevent shortages and ensure a steady rice supply.

Additionally, concerns were raised about the declining availability of Nadu rice for consumption due to its increased use in value-added products.

President Dissanayake highlighted the potential benefits of introducing a QR code system to streamline the distribution of fertilizer subsidies and boost domestic agricultural production.

Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security, and Cooperative Development Wasantha Samarasinghe, Lak Sathosa Chairman Dr. Samitha Perera, officials, and small and medium-scale rice mill owners attended the discussion.