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Rainforest Alliance for Watawala Tea

Wednesday, 5 March 2014 00:00 -     - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

The Rainforest Alliance, a Global Network which works to conserve biodiversity has awarded Watawala Plantations PLC Rainforest Alliance Certification. Watawala’s Tea will now carry the mark “RA”, on their packaging signifying the commitment to environmental conservation and protection and uplifting occupational health and safety. Waltrim, Dickoya, Kenilworth, Lippakelle and Ouvahkelle estates along with Kenilworth Tea Factory, Dickoya Tea Factory and Waltrim Tea Factory which are owned and managed by Watawala Plantations PLC were awarded the Rain Forest Alliance Certificate by the Sustainable Agriculture Network/Rainforest Alliance Certification INDO CERT. The Rainforest Alliance works to conserve biodiversity and improve livelihoods by promoting and evaluating the implementation of the most globally respected sustainability standards in many fields. Dr. Dan Seevaratnam, CEO Watawala Plantations PLC said that the company is committed to sustainability projects by conviction!

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