Lassana Agri to cultivate 10,000 ha using advanced greenhouse solutions
Lassana Agri to cultivate 10,000 ha of land within five years using high tech agriculture, Dr Lasantha Malavige, Chairman Lassana Agri Innovation told media in Colombo.
He said the primary objective of Lassana Agri is to uplift farmers from poverty by transitioning them to modern agriculture, providing predictive revenue models for securing financial support to expand production capacities. Therefore, the project strives to transfer technology and best agricultural practices, empowering farmers to produce high-quality, safe food at affordable prices for consumers.
In a groundbreaking move, Lassana Agri Innovations is set to reshape modern agriculture in Sri Lanka, addressing issues like soaring prices, low quality, excessive chemical use, and vulnerability to climate change. This transformative project involves providing farmers with state-of-the-art technology, greenhouses, and accessories, along with a buyback agreement to ensure guaranteed returns.
The collaboration with Agriplast Protected Cultivation Pvt Ltd is a significant milestone, making high-tech and mid-tech greenhouses more affordable for local farmers, entrepreneurs, and investors keen on transforming Sri Lanka’s agriculture.
The partnership with Agriplast Protected Cultivation Pvt Ltd opens doors to advanced greenhouse solutions, promising higher yields and safer food production. With over 70 years of combined experience, Agriplast Protected Cultivation Pvt Ltd has been a game-changer in the agricultural sector, assisting over 2.4 lakh farmers. Renowned for their top-notch protected farming products, including mulch films and greenhouse covers, Agriplast Protected Cultivation Pvt Ltd has significantly increased crop yields and promoted sustainable farming practices. Their commitment to educating farmers aligns seamlessly with Lassana Agri’s vision.
Lassana Agri Innovations guides farmers in choosing the right technological solutions, offering advice, guidance, and support for higher yields. The company plans to launch a first-in-the-country incubation and knowledge-sharing centre for hi-tech farming at its 7-hectare greenhouse facility in Divulapitiya.
According to Prasad Senadeera, CEO of Lassana Agri Innovations, this centre will empower new entrants and farmer entrepreneurs, doubling the extent of greenhouse cultivation every two years over the next decade. MFJ
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