The recovery and relief efforts launched by the government led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwa late last year, are now yielding remarkable results.
Despite the severe impact of the disaster, the agricultural sector has seen a strong recovery, recording high paddy yields during both the recent Maha season and the current Yala season.
To safeguard the farming community, the government has established a guaranteed minimum price for paddy, ensuring that farmers are able to sell their harvest at a fair and profitable rate.
A video featuring comments and perspectives from local farmers is included below.
