Department of Export Agriculture Replanting Programme 2026 – Applications for Crop Damage Assistance
Department of Export Agriculture Replanting Programme 2026 – Call for Applications
The Department of Export Agriculture has called for applications for its Investment Assistance Programme to help re-establish export crops damaged by Cyclone Ditwah. This programme is available for eligible farmers cultivating pepper, coffee, and cardamom under the specified conditions. The closing date for applications is 30 April 2026.
📌 Eligible Crops
Pepper, Coffee (Arabica / Robusta), and Cardamom
✅ Eligibility Conditions
- Crops must be completely destroyed and unsuitable for commercial harvesting
- Affected cultivated land must be at least 20 perches
- The land must not have previously received disaster compensation
- Damage will be verified by Department of Export Agriculture officers
💰 Relief Assistance
- Free provision of planting materials (plants)
- Investment assistance up to Rs. 425,000 per hectare, including plant costs, after replanting
📝 How to Obtain Applications
Applications can be obtained via:
- Website: www.dea.gov.lk
- WhatsApp: 0705 551 551
- Scanning the QR code in the official notice
📄 Documents Required
- Copy of National Identity Card
- Proof of land ownership
- Bank account details
📮 Submission Details
Applications must be endorsed by the Grama Niladhari or Praja Shakthi Committee.
Applications may be submitted to the relevant Extension Officer, District Offices, or by registered post / hand delivery to:
Director General
Department of Export Agriculture
No. 1095, Getambe, Peradeniya
Envelope Note: “Application for Crop Damage”
