Advisory Services

The CIC Agribusiness Advisory Services aims to

Promote sustainable agriculture: By introducing environmentally friendly farming practices, advisory services focus on reducing unwanted chemical inputs, conserving resources, and ensuring long-term agricultural viability.

Enhance productivity: The services help farmers maximize crop yields and improve quality through modern farming techniques, new-generation Agri inputs, technology adoption, and proper resource management.

Support rural development: By empowering farmers with knowledge and skills, CIC contributes to improving livelihoods and fostering economic growth in rural communities.

Key Services Offered

1. Technical Consultancy

Guidance on crop selection based on soil (Insite pH testing, Total Soil testing, DFR) and climatic conditions. CIC Agribusiness provides comprehensive soil testing services to help farmers understand the nutrient content of their soil. These services are vital in determining the appropriate fertilizer types and application rates. Key aspects include,

Soil Nutrient Analysis: Testing for critical nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and micronutrients.

Side Specific Fertilizer Recommendations: Based on the soil test results, companies recommend specific fertilizer blends (e.g., NPK ratios, and Micronutrients) tailored to local soil conditions, which improves fertilizer efficiency and crop yields.

Soil profile (Soil survey) checks to identify the real potential of the estate and soil problems to recommend the land use plan. We Provide scientific reports on increasing crop yield productivity by developing soil conditions and other factors.

2. Training and Capacity Building

Training and field demonstrations: Trials on the use of modern agricultural techniques. Farmer training classes to equip farmers with the skills and knowledge required to improve their farming practices. These training cover Fertilizer Recommendations & ways in enhancing crop yields and ensuring sustainable practices.

Ongoing National programs

Dallakin Wenasak
Lower productivity is a major problem encountered in tea cultivation in Sri Lanka. CIC Agri Businesses collaborate with Tea Small Holdings Development Authority, Sri Lanka Tea Research Institute and Tea Small Holdings Farmers’ National Society to conduct a national level programme “Dallakin Wenasak” with the Small Holdings Farmers bridge the yield gap by enhancing farmers’ knowledge and adoption of Good Agriculture Practices that involve Correct Plucking & Pruning practices, Plant Nutrient Management, Soil conservation and Shade management.
Under the programme, 4000 tea growers in main tea growing districts of Rathnapura, Galle, & Matara are supported with comprehensive production packages, advisory and training services. These selected tea growers work under 200 clusters each having 15 – 20 growers covering all Tea Inspector ranges across the low country tea growing regions. Sharing success stories among farmers, contests, and rewards for best model farmers and are some features of the project.

CIC Agribusiness Advisory Services has played a pivotal role in transforming Sri Lanka’s agricultural landscape. By blending traditional knowledge with modern advancements, CIC has helped farmers achieve higher productivity and profitability while minimizing environmental impact. The company’s efforts also align with national objectives to enhance food security and promote sustainable development with nourishing life.