Import Levies on potatoes and maize increased

(FASTNEWS|COLOMBO) – The Import Levy on one kilogramme of potatoes has been increased by Rs. 30, while the Import Levy on one kilogramme of maize increased by Rs. 20, the Minister of Agriculture, Rural Economic Affairs, Livestock Development, Irrigation and Fisheries and Aquatic Resources Development, P. Harrison announced.

The increases in Import Levies were imposed with effect from Friday (01), with the intention of safeguarding local farmers.

Accordingly, the total Import Levy imposed on a kilogramme of potatoes is Rs. 50, while that of a kilogramme of maize is Rs. 20.