The government has not yet decided to import chemical fertilizers, says the Minister of Agriculture

Earlier today, the Secretary to the Ministry of Agriculture said that permission has been granted for the import of plant nutrients and agrochemicals for paddy, corn, vegetables and other crops for the Maha season.

 

Jayasinghe said that under the supervision of the Director of Agriculture and committee, it is to be decided what are the required quantities and that the government has empowered them to act scientifically to the extent necessary.

 

He had said the Director of Agriculture will make the recommendations through the committee as to what fertilizers and agrochemicals are imported.