Weeravila Agro-Export Zone work expedited

The work of the 100-acre agro-export zone at Weeravila, earmarked for the cultivation of vegetables and fruits was launched recently by Export Development and International Trade Minister Prof. G.L. Peiris, Ports, Civil Aviation and Water Management Minister Chamal Rajapaksa and Thaarunnyata Hetak President Namal Rajapaksa. The Agro-Export Zone program of the Export Development Board (EDB) is directed by the Export Development Ministry.

The Weeravila Zone, where hybrid melons, papaya and bananas are to be grown, is managed by the Tissamaharama Export Products Janatha Ltd.

The first phase of the project will cost Rs 3.8 million and offer employment opportunities to 500 women selected from 38 Grama Sevaka divisions.

Minister Chamal Rajapaksa unveiled the inauguration plaque on the invitation of Prof. Peiris.

After the launching of the project, mango saplings were distributed among the participants and a discussion was held to solve some of the day-to-day problems on the instructions of Prof. Peiris.