Deputy Minister Visits Palmyrah Cooperatives and Production Centres in Jaffna

Organized by the Palmyrah Development Board (PDB), Hon. Deputy Minister Sundaralingam Pradeep undertook an official visit to Jaffna to study the development of palmyrah and palmyrah-based production industries and to […]
Special Briefing on Annual Progress and Future Plans of the Palmyrah Development Board

The Palmyrah Development Board (PDB), operating under the Ministry of Horticulture and Community Infrastructure, held a special briefing to present its annual progress and outline future plans for the development […]
JITF 2026 Highlights Innovation and Regional Economic Growth in Jaffna

The 16th Jaffna International Trade Fair (JITF) 2026 was successfully held on 23rd, 24th, and 25th January at the Muttraweli Grounds, Jaffna, attracting a large number of visitors, exhibitors, and […]
Northern Investment Summit 2026 – Day 2 PDB Programme

The Northern Investment Summit 2026 (NIS 26) continued successfully on Day 2 with focused discussions on infrastructure development, renewable energy, plantation industries, and national economic priorities. The programme brought together […]
Thai Pongal Celebration at the Head Office of the Palmyrah Development Board

In celebration of Thai Pongal, marking the first day of the Tamil month Thai in the year 2026, the Thai Pongal festival was joyfully held on 16 January 2026 at […]
Commencement of Duties of the Palmyrah Development Board for the Year 2026

The official duties of the Palmyrah Development Board for the year 2026 commenced on 01st of January 2026, the first day of the New Year. The inaugural ceremony was held […]
Intellectual Property and Commercialization Policy – December 2025
SLAB Certificate of Accreditation to Chemical Testing & Biological Testing for Palmyrah Research Institute

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Empowering our Palmyrah producers for the global stage! 🌍🌴

“Export Opportunities for Palmyrah Products” — a special capacity-building program designed to strengthen knowledge on global market trends, export standards, value addition, and international marketing strategies. 📅 Date: 21.11.2025📍 Venue: […]
Empowering our local artisans! 🌿✨

GIZ and the Palmyrah Development Board successfully conducted a Gap Analysis Programme for handicraft producers, led by resource person Mr. Kannan. 📍 Divisional Secretariat, Palai📅 11.11.2025