Cabinet Approves Release Of 30,000 MT Of Paddy Through Sathosa

COLOMBO(News 1st): Cabinet approval has been granted to convert 30,000 metric tons of paddy stocks held by the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB) into rice through Lanka Sathosa and release it to the market.

Under this initiative, Sathosa will invite Expressions of Interest (EOI) from millers registered under the PMB to supply rice in 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg, and 50 kg packs.

The produced rice is scheduled to be distributed to the market through Lanka Sathosa, the co-operative network, and private sector retailers.