This initiative aims to strengthen Sri Lanka’s agriculture sector by improving access to affordable and inclusive financing for farmers and agribusinesses. Whether you are looking to invest in modern farming techniques, expand agricultural operations, enhance productivity, or overcome financial constraints, this support is designed to provide tailored financial solutions that help sustain rural livelihoods, ensure food security, and drive growth in employment and export-oriented agriculture.
Eligibility
- Farmers, agribusiness & agriculture-related enterprises
- An annual turnover of less than LKR 1000 Mn
- No of Employee should be less than 200
- Business Registration
Loans may granted for,
- Cultivation & expansion (Except Tea, Rubber and Coconut)
- Processing and value addition production of Tea, Rubber and Coconut
- Purchase of machinery, livestock , equipment
- Construction of sheds , warehouses , processing centers, Green houses
- Solar and productivity improvement projects
- Purchase of land /vehicles directly related to agriculture
- Introduce new or advance technologies for agribusiness upgrading.
- Working capital for agribusiness
Key Features
| Loan Amount | Upto LKR 5.00Mn |
|---|---|
| Interest Rate | 5.00%p.a. |
| Tenure |
Working Capital Requirements
Investment & Combined Loans
|
| Equity Contribution | Minimum 25% of project cost |
| Bank Financing | Maximum 75% of project cost |
Document Required
- Loan application
- Copy of NIC
- Copy of BR
- Bank approved evaluation report
- Recommendation letter from MOI – Ministry of industry
- BOQ/ Quotation / Vehicle Registration
- Any other documents required to bank for the application process
