Srilanka, March 14 -- Opposition to be co-opted in developing agriculture sector - Minister K.D. Lalkantha

Agriculture, Lands, Livestock and Irrigation Minister K.D. Lalkantha stated in Parliament that plans for advancing the agricultural sector will be developed with input from the Opposition. He emphasised that any unresolved issues raised during the debate would be recorded in Hansard, studied, and addressed for the betterment of agriculture.

Acknowledging the challenges faced by the farming community, he expressed gratitude to those who endured hardships to ensure food security. He highlighted inefficiencies in the Agriculture Department and affirmed a commitment to addressing them, focusing on increasing domestic food production r...