NEWS & EVENTS

Exploration of Nature Session Held at Palmyrah Research Institute as Part of ICEHR 2026
As part of the International Conference on Environmental Health and Resilience (ICEHR 2026), a special thematic session titled “Exploration of Nature” was successfully held

Deputy Minister Engages with Palmyrah Industry Stakeholders During Jaffna Visit
The Deputy Minister met with producers, exporters, and industry workers, listening to their views and firsthand experiences. He discussed possible measures to further strengthen

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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📅

Certificate Awarding Ceremony for Palmyrah Handicraft Trainees in Batticaloa
A certificate awarding ceremony for trainees who successfully completed Palmyrah-based handicraft training programmes in the Batticaloa and Ampara districts was held at the Batticaloa Municipal

Opening of the New Katpaham Sales Outlet in Pannai Road, Uppuveli – Trincomalee
Today (09.11.2025), the new Katpaham Sales Outlet was inaugurated with traditional ceremonies at the Pannai Road, Uppuveli, Trincomalee at 10.30 a.m. The 15th branch of the Palmyrah

Certificate Awarding Ceremony for Palmyrah-Based Handicraft Trainees Held in Trincomalee
Organized by the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure Facilities and the Palmyrah Development Board, a certificate awarding ceremony for those who successfully completed the

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