Institute of Credit Management partners SLAF to strengthen agri-entrepreneurship

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In a move set to transform the agricultural entrepreneurship landscape in Sri Lanka, the Sri Lanka Institute of Credit Management (SLICM) and the Sri Lanka Agripreneurs Forum (SLAF) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Vallibel Finance PLC Auditorium.

The agreement, which brings together expertise in financial management and agricultural innovation, aims to bridge the gap between agricultural entrepreneurship and access to financial literacy, credit facilities, and industry expertise.

This partnership is expected to empower aspiring and existing agricultural entrepreneurs by providing them with essential training in credit management, financial planning, and sustainable agricultural business practices. The initiative recognises the growing need for structured financial education in the agriculture sector, where access to credit and sound financial management are crucial for business sustainability.

The agreement was formally signed by key representatives from both organisations. SLAF Chairman Rizvi Zaheed and Honorary Secretary Dr. Selvanathan Anojan represented the Sri Lanka Agripreneurs Forum, while SLICM President Roshan Abeygoonewardena and General Secretary Kapila Wijesekara signed on behalf of the Sri Lanka Institute of Credit Management.

The collaboration is expected to open doors for Agripreneurs to connect with financial institutions, investors, and industry experts, fostering a more resilient and future-ready agribusiness sector in Sri Lanka. With agriculture playing a critical role in food security, exports, and rural livelihoods, partnerships like this are essential in shaping a progressive, innovative, and financially sustainable agricultural economy.

As the global agricultural landscape evolves, Sri Lanka must embrace financial empowerment and innovation to remain competitive. The SLICM-SLAF partnership is a significant step in this direction, ensuring that Agripreneurs have the knowledge, resources, and support they need to thrive in an ever-changing economic environment.

With financial literacy, credit management, and sustainable business practices at the core of this initiative, Sri Lanka’s agriculture sector is poised for a new era of growth, resilience, and long-term success.

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