June 5, 2021

The water resource that gives us life

Water resources are a key factor in the origin and survival of life. Therefore, water is an essential element for all living beings, including man. Due to this importance, the United Nations has declared March 22 as "International Water Day".
June 4, 2021

Fisheries of Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is surrounded by the Indian Ocean and consists of lakes, ponds and reservoirs in the middle of the country. From ancient times the people of our country have been engaged in fishing in the sea and fresh water. The fishing industry in Sri Lanka is as old as farming.
June 19, 2018

Paddy cultivation in Sri Lanka

In the ancient times Sri Lanka was known as the granary of east. King Parakramabahu, who made the country self-sufficient in rice during the Polonnaruwa period, declared that "every drop of rain that falls from the sky will not flow into the sea without being used."