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 Sales Stall and Research Exhibition Stall.
Under the concept “From the North to the World – A New Market Journey for Palmyrah Resources,” the Board highlighted its efforts to combine traditional palmyrah resources with innovation, research, value addition, entrepreneurship and market development.
The Sales Stall featured a range of palmyrah-based food products, value-added products and handicrafts, providing visitors with opportunities to explore and purchase locally produced items. The Research Exhibition Stall showcased new product developments, research outcomes, value-addition technologies and innovative production initiatives aimed at advancing the palmyrah sector.
The exhibition also provided entrepreneurs with valuable information on business development, production improvement, marketing, and local and export market opportunities.
Through its participation in NITE 2026, the Palmyrah Development Board reaffirmed its commitment to preserving the heritage of palmyrah resources while promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, value addition and sustainable economic opportunities for the sector.
