• large-scale palm oil processing in Sri Lanka
  • large-scale palm oil processing in Sri Lanka
  • large-scale palm oil processing in Sri Lanka
  • large-scale palm oil processing in Sri Lanka
  • How does the palm oil industry contribute to Sri Lanka's economy?
  • Q&A Explainer with Dr Erandathie Pathiraja Research Fellow, Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka The palm oil industry in Sri Lanka saves USD 17 million annually in foreign exchange and contributes to the economy through employment and capital investments.
  • How many MT of palm oil does Nakiyadeniya palm oil mill produce?
  • It has the capacity to process 55,000 FFB MT per annum and presently produces over 12,000 MT of Crude Palm Oil (CPO), 1,250 MT of Palm kernel oil (PKO) and 2,000 MT of Palm Kernel Cake. With significant investments over the years, Nakiyadeniya Palm Oil Mill has today become one of the leading palm oil mills in Sri Lanka.
  • How is palm oil made?
  • Our premium-quality palm oil is produced using fresh oil palm fruit bunches as the sole raw material. Every step of our process is meticulously designed to maximize oil extraction efficiency while minimizing waste. We process the fruit within 24 hours to prevent oil loss.
  • What is palm oil milling?
  • Commenced its operations in 1984, the palm oil mill is using the latest palm oil milling technology to enhance efficiency with a low operating cost. Palm oil is extracted from fresh fruit bunches (FFB) by mechanical and heating processes. Currently, the mill handles 15 MT per hour of FFB.
  • Is deforestation relevant in oil palm cultivation in Sri Lanka?
  • These issues directly affect the surrounding communities and ecosystems. In Sri Lanka, RPCs were allowed to cultivate oil palms in marginal rubber lands. Therefore, deforestation is not relevant unless rubber is considered a forest tree. Environmental issues are common to any agricultural land use and are observed in oil palm cultivation.
  • Will a ban on palm oil affect Sri Lanka's economy?
  • In addition, by diversifying agricultural production, Sri Lanka aims to reduce its dependence on palm oil imports and strengthen domestic industries. The ban on oil palm cultivation has generated mixed opinions and sparked debates. Some argue it could negatively affect the economy, as palm oil contributes to Sri Lanka’s edible oil requirements.