It is reported that Minister Mahinda Amaraweera has said that this time the purchase of paddy will be done with the intervention of the Ministry of Finance.
He mentioned that there is a problem among the farmers regarding the price of paddy.
“We need to consult farmers’ organizations before making decisions. And at this time, we suggest to start cultivation first. We suggest to do all the cultivation before the year with the experience of last time. There is a question about rice prices. The purchase of paddy is done under the Ministry of Finance. They provide financial support through banks. We are intervening in it.”