July 22, 2010

Sri Lankan government to control chicken prices

The government of Sri Lanka will control the price of chicken if it is sold exceeding the suggested prices, said Co-operative and Internal Trade Minister Johnston Fernando.

The minister said imported chicken will be made available in the market through Lak Sathosa and Co-op Food cities if the chicken prices increased or if suppliers are unable to supply the required quantity.

The minister also said that the government heeded a request by producers not to import chicken.