Introduction
The Palmyrah Development Board (PDB) which originally came under the Ministry of Plantations was constituted by Gazette notification of 18 August 1978 published in terms of Amendment no 24 of 1975; to the Sri Lanka Coconut Development Act no 46 of 1971 to carry out all functions in relation to Palmyrah plantations. Subsequently, PDB came under the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure by Gazette notification in 2024.
The main activities of the PDB are restoration of Palmyrah plantations, renovation and enhancement of existing model farms, conduct handicraft training programs, production of various Palmyrah items, promotion of Palmyrah products, conducting research relating to food products and other product development, and operating sales outlets called “Katpaham”.
Our Vision
To be the national leader in driving the sustainable development and industrial growth of Sri Lanka’s Palmyrah sector, empowering communities, promoting innovative technologies, and ensuring the preservation of Palmyrah’s genetic resources for future generations. Through integrated crop, livestock systems, and research-driven solutions, the Palmyrah Development Board aims to transform Palmyrah-based industries into globally competitive enterprises while uplifting the socio-economic conditions of the communities that depend on it.
Our Mission
Our mission is to foster the sustainable growth of Sri Lanka’s Palmyrah industry by developing cutting-edge technologies, promoting product innovation, and supporting micro to high-tech enterprises. We aim to serve as a repository of Palmyrah genetic resources, transfer knowledge to dependents and industrialists, and enhance crop conservation efforts. Through applied research, community empowerment, and integrated development efforts, we strive to optimize the use of Palmyrah resources, contributing to national economic growth and environmental sustainability.
Our Goals & Objectives
To provide a sound organizational base for Palmyrah based Development and Community upliftment.
To provide a sound scientific basis for sustainable development of the Palmyrah based Industry in Sri Lanka at Micro enterprises, Intermediate industry & Hi-tech industry levels.
To develop appropriate crop conservation, processing and product development technologies for Palmyrah resources through basic strategic and applied research leading to Hi-tech development.
To develop improved Palmyrah based Crop & Livestock production systems to usher an integrated development effort.
To effectively transfer technologies developed by the Palmyrah Development Board appropriate to dependents and industrialists.
To serve as a national repository for the genetic resources of Palmyrah and produce improved planting materials.
To collate and disseminate technical information on Palmyrah along with popularized versions with practical applications.
To optimize Palmyrah based institutional development and support so that different options on managing production systems can be made available.