DIMO in partnership with University of Ruhuna develops Agricultural Machinery Training and Research Hub

DIMO, a leading diversified conglomerate in Sri Lanka, entered into a partnership with the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Ruhuna (FAUR) through its agriculture arm DIMO Agribusinesses, to develop an agricultural machinery training and a research hub in Sri Lanka.

DIMO spans across every aspect of the Agricultural Value Chain, including R&D, agriculture inputs, farming, processing/ manufacturing, retail and export. DIMO aims to accelerate the agriculture mechanization process in Sri Lanka, while also facilitating the technical knowledge transformation for numerous stakeholders within the industry. This agricultural machinery training and research hub will also support the research and development initiatives of undergraduate and postgraduate students in the agriculture sector while promoting the implementation of collaborative research projects for testing, modification and adaptation of agricultural machinery.

Mr. Gahanath Pandithage, Group CEO of DIMO, said, “DIMO is at the forefront of introducing the latest technological advancements to the farming community. For the development of any industry, the corporate sector needs to collaborate with academia. Finding the ideal fit between academia and the industry plays a significant role in this endeavour. We have always stood for fuelling the dreams and aspirations of the farming community in Sri Lanka, which is why we look forward to collaborating with academia and assisting in the process of elevating the local agricultural sector with the latest and advanced technologies through this partnership.” Under this partnership DIMO will invest on necessary machinery, materials, and research and training. The University is well geared to offer its expertise, knowledge and resource personalities for this venture.