Sri Lanka, March 15 -- The auction offerings declined further this week and totalled 5.0 million kilogrammes (M/Kgs) but was met with good general demand.

The Ex-Estate offerings were reasonably maintained and totalled 0.84 M/Kgs. A fairly useful selection of teas was on offer from the Western slopes, whilst the teas from the Eastern sector showed no change. The Nuwara Eliyas too were reasonably maintained.

The Best Western BOP/BOPFs gained by Rs.100 per kilogramme and substantially more following quality/special inquiry, whilst the others were irregular. In the Below Best category, the select improved BOPs appreciated by Rs.50 per kilogramme and more, whilst the others were irregular and easier. The corresponding BOPFs, whilst the se...