Revolutionizing Sri Lankan Agriculture: Lassana’s Pioneering Initiative

At the forefront of agriculture, Lassana Agri Innovations stands as a visionary company dedicated to supplying fresh, healthy, and safe fruits and vegetables to both local and international markets. By creating this comprehensive ecosystem, Lassana Agri is firmly dedicated to fostering innovation. Their commitment extends beyond just enhancing the product range; it encompasses innovative solutions that transform the entire agricultural supply chain. This dedication is driven by the growing consumer demand for foods that are not only fresh but also contribute to a healthy lifestyle.

In a groundbreaking move, Lassana Agri Innovations is set to reshape modern agriculture in Sri Lanka, addressing issues like soaring prices, low quality, excessive chemical use, and vulnerability to climate change. This transformative project involves providing farmers with state-of-the-art technology, greenhouses, and accessories, along with a buyback agreement to ensure guaranteed returns. The collaboration with Agriplast protected cultivation Pvt Ltd  and Ginegar Agriplast India is a significant milestone, making high-tech and mid-tech greenhouses more affordable for local farmers, entrepreneurs, and investors keen on transforming Sri Lanka's agriculture.

As quoted by Dr Lasantha Malavige, the chairman and founder of Lassana Agri Invovation and Lassana Group of companies, the primary objective  of Lassana Agri is to uplift farmers from poverty by transitioning them to modern agriculture, providing predictive revenue models for securing financial support to expand production capacities. Therefore, the project strives to transfer technology and best agricultural practices, empowering farmers to produce high-quality, safe food at affordable prices for consumers.

Sri Lankan consumers have long suffered from high prices and poor-quality produce. Despite paying more than neighbouring countries, farmers still grapple with poverty. Lassana Agri's initiative seeks to break this cycle by addressing barriers to modern agriculture, especially the lack of affordable greenhouses. The partnership with Ginegar India and Agriplast India opens doors to advanced greenhouse solutions, promising higher yields and safer food production.

With over 70 years of combined experience, Ginegar India and Agriplast India has been a game-changer in the agricultural sector, assisting over 2.4 lakh farmers. Renowned for their top-notch protected farming products, including mulch films and greenhouse covers, Ginegar Agriplast India have significantly increased crop yields and promoted sustainable farming practices. Their commitment to educating farmers aligns seamlessly with Lassana Agri's vision.

Lassana Agri Innovations guides farmers in choosing the right technological solutions, offering advice, guidance, and support for higher yields. The company plans to launch a first-in-the-country incubation and knowledge-sharing centre for hi-tech farming at its 7-hectare greenhouse facility in Divulapitiya.

According to Mr Prasad Senadeera, CEO of Lassana Agri Innovations, this centre will empower new entrants and farmer entrepreneurs, doubling the extent of greenhouse cultivation every two years over the next decade.

A Sustainable Future with Agricultural Transformation

Lassana's vision extends beyond technology introduction to encompass R&D, training, knowledge-sharing, and active involvement in streamlining the supply chain for consumer welfare. With strategic plans underway for a groundbreaking incubation centre and key partnerships, Lassana Agri is poised to lead Sri Lanka into a new era of modern, sustainable agriculture.

Photo Caption from Left to Right -  Abhishek Bhatt (Director - Sales & Marketing Agriplast protected cultivation Pvt Ltd),Sumit Suman (Vice President - Sales & Marketing Agriplast Tech India Pvt Ltd), Dr Lasantha Malavige (Chairman - Lassana Group), Prasad Senadheera (CEO Lassana Agri Innovations), Joop Vegter (Horicultural inclusive Business Entrepreneur)