By: Staff Writer
Colombo (LNW): Despite the decision to slash the price of milk powder by Rs. 200 per kilo with effect from May 15, the existing price will remain till May 23, as there is a delay in shipments, announced the Milk Powder Importers Association.
Accordingly, with the new shipments, the price reduced milk powder packs will be distributed from May 23, said Union member Prof. Lakshman Weerasuriya.
Earlier, a decision was taken to slash the prices of imported milk powder by Rs. 200 per kilo following discussions between Trade Minister Nalin Fernando and milk powder importers.