Minister of Plantation Samantha Vidyaratna announced that Sri Lanka aims to generate USD 2.5 billion in revenue from tea exports by 2030.
Speaking about the sector’s future, the Minister noted that Sri Lanka produced 262 million kilograms of made tea in 2024, with plans to increase production to 400 million kilograms by 2030.
Tea export earnings last year reached USD 1.4 billion, and the Minister emphasized that achieving the 2030 target will require a collective effort from plantation companies, smallholder tea growers, and estate workers.
She stressed that this transformation is achievable through commitment and collaboration across the entire industry.
