Sri Lanka on the brink of poultry exports to Singapore: new opportunities and prospects

SFA Delegation Visit: Key Points

The SFA delegation's visit, conducted in preparation for EXPORT, marked a significant milestone in the development of the Sri Lankan poultry industry. The first inspection took place in March 2024 and covered New Anthonys Farm, Nelna Farm, and Ceylon Grain Elevators. During the second visit in July 2025, the delegation inspected Pussella Farm, Jaya Farm, and Bairaha Farms PLC, and also conducted an audit of the Department of Animal Production and HEALTH (DAPH), which is responsible for product quality and safety.

During the negotiations, the Sri Lankan side emphasized the country's competitive advantages. Sri Lanka boasts high product quality, disease-free status, a favorable geographic location, and attractive pricing terms for exporters. These factors make Sri Lankan poultry attractive to the Singaporean market, where product quality and safety standards

are very high. Export Growth: Facts and Figures. According to data, poultry exports from Sri Lanka increased by 37%

in 2024 , reaching US $5.4 million . The main export destinations were the Maldives, Qatar, Vietnam , Hong Kong, and Japan . This demonstrates growing interest in Sri Lankan products internationally and confirms their competitiveness. Negotiations with China: A Look to the Future. In parallel with preparations for entering the Singapore market, Sri Lankan authorities are negotiating the possibility of exporting poultry to CHINA . This is another step toward expanding export opportunities, which could significantly increase supply volumes and revenues for local producers. High-ranking Sri Lankan government officials participated in the meetings on export issues, including Mangala Wijesinghe, Chairman and CEO of the Export Development Board (EDB), and Champika D. Dharmasena, DIRECTOR General. The SFA delegation was led by Herman Teo, Deputy Director of the Joint Operations Department, underscoring the high level of importance of these negotiations. Sri Lanka is on the cusp of significant changes in its agricultural policy, and entering the Singapore market is just the beginning. Successfully realizing these export opportunities can not only strengthen the country's economy but also enhance its status on the international stage. Given the growing global demand for high-quality poultry , Sri Lankan producers have every opportunity to carve out a niche in new markets.