USAID grants $40 mn for SL farmers
Visiting USAID Administrator – Samantha Power said that USD 40 million will be granted to the farmers of Sri Lanka from the people of USA, in order to assist one million farmers in Sri Lanka.
Ms. Power arrived in Sri Lanka earlier today (10) for a two-day visit.
She said this new funding is expected to help farmers to obtain the agricultural necessities and fertilizer they need in time for the next harvesting season, and will also help to provide for their families and communities.