EconomyPoliticsHOTTuesday, May 19, 2026

Sri Lanka to Compensate Farmers for Weather-Damaged Crops Up to LKR 100,000/Hectare

TLDR

Farmers get up to LKR 100,000/hectare for weather damage.
Report damage within 14 days via disaster books.
Covers paddy, maize, potatoes, chillies, etc., based on severity.
No premiums required; compensation based on damage severity.

The Sri Lankan government will provide compensation for crop damage caused by recent adverse weather conditions. Farmers affected by heavy rains can receive up to LKR 100,000 per hectare for losses incurred on crops including paddy, corn, potatoes, soy, chili, and large onions. The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board has announced that farmers must report their crop damage to the relevant Agrarian Service Centers within the next 14 days for assessment. This compensation scheme, aimed at supporting farmers, will not require any insurance premiums from them.

Story Update

Update #2\u00b7 May 19 · 9:31 AM

The Ministry of Agriculture has announced that farmers must report crop damage from recent heavy rains within 14 days through disaster reporting books at their local Agrarian Service Centers. Compensation, up to a maximum of LKR 100,000 per hectare, will be disbursed based on the severity of damage and will cover crops including paddy, maize, potatoes, soya beans, chillies, and big onions.

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