COLOMBO (NewsRadio); Minister of Trade Nalin Fernando says they have received approval to import 30 million eggs monthly.
Speaking to media, Minister Fernando said the decision was taken by a committee consisting of Secretaries of the Ministries of Trade, Agriculture and Finance.
He said accordingly, up to 30 million eggs can be imported every month, if need arises.
Minister Nalin Fernando said however they are not keen on importing large quantities, but the numbers will depend on the ability of local producers to release adequate eggs to the market without any shortage and also their willingness to sell at reasonable rates for consumers.
Meanwhile, another 1 million eggs imported from India have reached Colombo.
Accordingly, following the decision to import eggs, a total of 3 million eggs have been imported from India thus far.
