Agri-business

As global demand for quality, sustainable tea grows, Sri Lanka’s smallholders – guardians of the Ceylon legacy – stand at a crossroads.

Transformation also requires partnerships. Governments, research institutions, financial institutions, civil society organizations, CSR initiatives, and the private sector each have a vital role in building an ecosystem where smallholders can thrive.

In a significant show of solidarity, farmer organisations from across India convened at Kisan Bhawan in Chandigarh on June 25, 2026.

With direct procurement, digital transparency, and welfare measures, India’s cooperative movement is poised for significant growth, promising higher incomes for millions and greater food security for the nation.

Fernando cautioned that declining leaf quality, driven by erratic weather, could soon trigger a broader collapse in quantity and output.

Experts argue that investment in agriculture, mining, manufacturing and transport infrastructure could help improve export performance and reduce dependence on imports.

In a significant boost to global agricultural cooperation, agriculture ministers from BRICS nations concluded their two-day meeting here with the unanimous adoption of the “Indore Declaration.”

As India aspires to become a “global food basket,” initiatives like this position it as a leader sharing expertise with neighbours. Paswan’s vision aligns with Viksit Bharat, where food processing drives employment, nutrition, and sustainable development.