Cargills Ceylon

31/08/2026

Cargills Strengthens SME Development through Capacity Building

Cargills recently conducted the fifth annual SME training programme for entrepreneurs participating in the Cargills Lak Bojun initiative, reinforcing its commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs while promoting healthy, nutritious and affordable traditional food.

Launched in May 2022, Cargills Lak Bojun was established to create self-employment opportunities for women while making traditional and nutritious Sri Lankan food more accessible to consumers. The initiative is carried out in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture’s Hela Bojun programme, which provides technical guidance and practical training to participating entrepreneurs.

The initiative places strong emphasis on maintaining consistent standards of food quality and safety, with Cargills conducting weekly audits of all participating SMEs to ensure that their operations and food offerings continue to align with the guidelines of the Ministry of Agriculture’s Hela Bojun programme. All costs associated with the initiative are fully covered by Cargills, ensuring that the income generated through the programme directly benefits the women entrepreneurs.

Held on 20th August 2026, the training programme commenced with an address by Dr. Nelum Vitana, Group Manager - Food Safety and Nutrition, Cargills (Ceylon) PLC, who highlighted the key objectives of the initiative and emphasised the importance of maintaining food safety practices in delivering quality food to consumers.

The programme featured a session by Kithmini Ariyasena, Agriculture Instructor at the Ministry of Agriculture who provided practical guidance on the guidelines of the Hela Bojun programme, maintaining food quality and safety, preparing healthy food products and ensuring cleanliness and hygiene across the cart and personal appearance of the entrepreneurs.

In addition, Cargills Bank conducted a session on financial literacy, financial security and financial products available to entrepreneurs. The Cargills Lak Bojun team further provided guidance on micro-business development, profit calculation and the importance of maintaining food safety practices in day-to-day operations.

04/08/2026

“Holding true to our purpose”
From strengthening communities to driving sustainable growth, our journey reflects our continued commitment to creating meaningful value that extends beyond business.
Explore the highlights of the Cargills (Ceylon) PLC Annual Report 2025/26.

Access the full report here:https://www.cargillsceylon.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Cargills-Ceylon-PLC-Annual-Report-2025-26.pdf

16/07/2026

Strengthening sustainable agriculture and empowering farming communities in Kilinochchi

We are pleased to share a significant milestone in the Aloe Vera cultivation initiative led by our Group subsidiary Cargills Food and Beverage Limited, as participating farmers delivered their first harvest to the KIST fruit processing facility in Kilinochchi.

Introduced through a contract farming model, this initiative is designed to promote sustainable agricultural practices while creating long-term livelihood opportunities for farming communities in the region. Implemented with the support of Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, the programme focuses on empowering 100 female farmers by providing essential cultivation equipment, alongside technical guidance and agricultural extension support from the company.

To further strengthen access to finance, farmers are supported through financial assistance facilitated by Cargills Bank, with corporate guarantees from Cargills Food and Beverage Limited enabling them to obtain financing without traditional collateral requirements.

Through this initiative, KIST purchases harvested Aloe Vera at a pre-agreed price, ensuring a clear commercial pathway for farmers. With continuous supervision and technical support from the company, the average yield per Aloe Vera leaf has increased from approximately 350 grams to 500 grams, demonstrating improved cultivation efficiency and farming practices.

13/07/2026

KIST’s journey in supporting the growth of Kilinochchi’s agricultural sector and empowering local farming communities was recently featured in The Island, written by Sanath Nanayakkare.

Read the full article:

When the doors of the Cargills Kist primary food processing plant first opened in Kilinochchi’s Ariviyal Nakaram area in 2013, there were no advertisements, public announcements, or grand promotional campaigns. Yet, stretching down the dusty road, a long, quiet queue of local residents had formed....

09/07/2026

Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience an array of artisanal foods and crafts developed by local entrepreneurs at the 36th Cargills Village to Home!
Shop local and support the small businesses in your community this weekend by visiting the Cargills Food City - Kolonnawa 2 on the 11th and 12th of July 2026, from 9 AM to 5 PM

28/06/2026

Wishing you a serene and blessed Poson

03/06/2026

Cargills proudly illuminated the Bauddhaloka Vesak Kalapaya 2026 for the third consecutive year organized by the All-Ceylon Buddhist Congress, coming together as one Group to honour the spirit of Vesak

Over three days, the event drew thousands of visitors with hundreds of beautifully crafted lanterns lighting up the Vesak Kalapaya, including displays by the Sri Lanka Armed Forces and the Sri Lanka Police alongside intricately designed lanterns by Cargills team members. Adding to the festive atmosphere, our team members also participated in Bakthi Gee singing, contributing to the cultural and spiritual celebrations of the occasion.

The Vesak Kalapaya also featured a variety of food and beverage dansals, with KIST fruit juices, Magic ice cream and delightful treats from Goldi, which once again attracted a large number of visitors as in previous years. Cargills Bank was also present, engaging with the community during the celebrations.

Magic Sri Lanka KIST Goldi

29/05/2026

On this sacred Vesak, we reflect on the timeless teachings of the Buddha which guide us toward compassion, mindfulness and peace.
May these teachings inspire us to shape our thoughts, words and actions with kindness and understanding.
Wishing you a serene and blessed Vesak.

28/05/2026

Wishing you and your family peace and blessings on the occasion of Hajj.
May the blessings of this sacred journey bring peace, prosperity and unity to all.