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In Nurturing Sri Lanka’s Palmyrah Heritage for a Brighter Future.
Welcome to
Palmyrah
Development Board
The Palmyrah Development Board (PDB), established in 1978, originally operated under the Ministry of Plantations. It later came under various ministries, most recently the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure in 2025.
PDB’s key activities include restoring Palmyrah plantations, enhancing model farms, providing handicraft training, producing Palmyrah products, promoting related industries, conducting research on food and product development, and managing sales outlets known as “Katpaham“.
Our Vision
Develop the Palmyrah sector as a dynamic sector for livelihood development.
Our Mission
Develop, promote, popularize and regulate sustainable Palmyrah industry to be a significant contributor to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Country.
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Articles
Certificates
Notices
Tender Notice
🌴ISLAND-WIDE CALL FOR INVENTIONS
FOCUS AREA FOR……
PALMYRAH PULP EXTRACTER MACHINE & CLIMBING MACHINE
Submission Closed on 30th April 2026
Vacancies
Post of Instructors – No. of Vacancies: 14
Vacancy Closing on 23rd October 2026
Post of Instructors (Handicraft) Casual Basis – 03 Positions
Vacancy Closed on 30th April 2026
Post of Instructors (Tapping) Casual Basis – 07 Positions
Vacancy Closed on 09th March 2026
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Divisions
Admin & HRM Division
Ensures smooth organizational functioning by managing administrative services and staff-related functions.
Finance Division
Manages financial resources through budgeting, accounting, auditing, and reporting, ensuring control, compliance, and informed decision-making.
Development Division
Overseeing cultivation, production, and sustainability of palmyrah plantations for economic growth.
Research Division
Conducts studies and innovations to improve palmyrah products, ensure quality, and support sustainable industry development.
Extension Division
Enhances community development through education, and support initiatives.
Production Division
Drives product development and research for improvement and market advantage.
Marketing Division
Marketing products to enhance brand recognition and support sustainable regional development.
Palmyrah Seed Planting Programme – Mandaitivu, Jaffna
Palmyrah Seed Planting Programme – Mandaitivu, Jaffna 🌱 Plant Today • Protect Tomorrow • Prosper Together In celebration of National Palmyrah Planting Month, a special Palmyrah Seed Planting Programme...
Special Discussion on the Implementation of the Ceylon Palmyrah Villages Project
A special discussion on the implementation of the Ceylon Palmyrah Villages Project was held on 14 October 2026 at the Velanai Divisional Secretariat Conference Hall, Jaffna, under the leadership...
Empowering Palmyrah Producers & Honouring Excellence in the Palmyrah Industry
A special ceremony for the Distribution of Livelihood Development and Production-Related Equipment and Tools to Palmyrah Producers, along with the Presentation of Certificates and Awards to Palmyrah Industrialists, was...
Special Meeting with Palmyrah Product Exporters in the Northern Province
A special meeting with Palmyrah Product Exporters of the Northern Province was held on 13 October 2026 at the Palmyrah Development Board, Jaffna, under the leadership of Hon. Sundaralingam...
Special Meeting with Palmyrah Development Board Officials
A special meeting with the officials and staff of the Palmyrah Development Board (PDB) was held on 13 October 2026 at the Palmyrah Development Board Auditorium, Jaffna, under the...
Special Discussion on the Reopening of Thikkam Distillery to Strengthen the Palmyrah Industry
An important discussion on Palmyrah Development in the Northern Province was held on 13 October 2026 at the Northern Province Governor’s Office, Jaffna. A special discussion on reopening and...
Key Discussion on Palmyrah Development in the Northern Province
An important discussion on Palmyrah Development in the Northern Province was held on 13 October 2026 at the Northern Province Governor’s Office, Jaffna. The meeting was attended by Hon....
Palmyrah Development Board Participates in NITE 2026 International Trade Exhibition
The Palmyrah Development Board (PDB) participated in the NITE 2026 – Northern International Trade Exhibition, held from 28–30 August 2026 at the Thiruvalluvar Cultural Centre, Jaffna, showcasing its special...
Publications
SLAB Certificate of Accreditation to Chemical Testing & Biological Testing for Palmyrah Research Institute
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Reviving the Ancient Art of Toddy Tapping
For centuries—perhaps even millennia—palm sap has been harvested across South and Southeast Asia. When freshly collected, this sweet, milky liquid is non-alcoholic, refreshing, and rich in nutrients. But nature...
