DPL opens Monaragala Latex Collection and Lab

TO BOOST QUALITY AND RURAL LIVELIHOODS

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In a landmark initiative to uplift Sri Lanka’s rural rubber economy, Dipped Products PLC (DPL), a member of the Hayleys group, officially opened a state-of-the-art latex collection and laboratory facility for the smallholder rubber farmers in Monaragala.

Powered by an investment of over Rs.50 million, the initiative connects smallholder farmers to expand market reach via improved quality and traceability.

Monaragala is home to a large community of smallholder rubber farmers who have long contributed to Sri Lanka’s rubber supply. Despite their vital role, many have lacked access to scientific testing and quality based pricing systems, resulting in inconsistent earnings and product variability.