After an investigation conducted by officers in 14 districts, it was reported that yellowing of the stalk disease has occurred in the paddy fields cultivated in the high season in several areas. It is stated that the Minister was informed by the Department of Agriculture in a report in this regard.
It is reported that after considering this report, Minister Mahinda Amaraweera Bandi has submitted a cabinet paper to the Cabinet to reduce the price of a bundle of fertilizer by a significant amount.
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the price of a bundle of Bundi fertilizer, which currently sells for around 18,000 rupees, will be significantly reduced.