March 20, Colombo, LNW: The Government has announced plans to import an additional 42 million eggs ahead of the festive season, aiming to stabilize the market and meet consumer demand. This decision follows the Cabinet of Ministers’ approval of measures to ensure adequate egg supplies until April 30.
Already, 18 million eggs have been imported, with further approval granted for the importation of the additional stock. Prices have been negotiated with Indian institutions recommended by the Animal Production and Health Department for this purpose.
The Cabinet of Ministers, under the leadership of President Ranil Wickremesinghe in his capacity as Finance, Economic Stabilization, and National Policies Minister, has approved the proposal to proceed with the procurement process, as recommended by the Standing Cabinet Appointed Procurement Committee.
