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Sugarcane cultivation in Sri Lanka – By Jayadeva De Silva Source : Jayadeva De Silva Linkedin Sugarcane cultivation in Sri Lanka, primarily for sugar production, faces several challenges and opportunities. Challenges: 1. Low Productivity: Compared to global standards, Sri Lanka’s sugarcane yields are low due to inefficient farming techniques and poor soil management. 2. Climatic Vulnerability: Droughts and erratic rainfall patterns, exacerbated by climate change, affect crop reliability. 3. Competition: The local industry struggles against cheaper imports, limiting profitability for domestic producers. Opportunities: 1. Government Support: Recent initiatives aim to expand local production to reduce reliance on imports. 2. Potential for Biofuel: Sugarcane offers opportunities for producing ethanol, a sustainable energy source. Improving irrigation, adopting modern technologies, and integrating sugarcane into biofuel production could revitalize the sector. However, overcoming inefficiencies and competition will require significant investment and reform. Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice ...

eLanka Newsletter – 21st June 2023 – 6th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter NSW Govt leaders hail multilingualism Health & Views June 2nd issue 2023 – By Dr harold Gunatillake Happy Father’s Day – By Noor Rahim BNI Sri Lanka hosts BNI National Conference in Colombo – members honoured at gala awards ceremony Obituary : In loving memory of GLADYS FERNANDO October 16, 1928 – June 9, 2023 The Therapeutic Value of Sinhala Semi Classical Songs – By Shasthrapathi Sangeeth Nipun Rupashika Ranathunga Popular tourist destination located in Galle District Sri Lanka ‘ Bentota ‘ – By Malsha – eLanka Why is it difficult to control emotions – By Jayadeva De Silva An early sound recording and playback device ‘ Gramophone’ – By Malsha – eLanka “ANYWAY” –A poem of Dr. Kent Keith The Sri Lanka Cricket ...