Import tax on big onions reduced

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The special commodity levy on one kilo of imported big onions would be reduced by Rs.39 with effect from midnight today, the Agriculture Ministry announced.

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ANTON Tuesday, 01 October 2019 01:56 PM

THAT USUALLY MAKE US CRY..........

Charmie Kodituwakku Tuesday, 01 October 2019 04:52 PM

What about our onion growers. Aren' t they supplying to the buyers in SL?

Wimal S Ellepola Tuesday, 01 October 2019 08:03 PM

Is it necessary to import big onions. Can our farmers produce enough to meet the country's needs?

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