Kahawatte Plantations innovative initiatives
View(s):Kahawatte Plantations PLC (KWPL) is redefining the parameters of agricultural excellence, sustainability and inclusive growth.
As a Regional Plantation Company operating across the Nawalapitiya and Sabaragamuwa regions, KWPL manages 16 estates spread across 12,356 hectares. The company’s diverse crop mix includes tea, rubber, cinnamon, coffee, coconut, pepper, durian, macadamia and commercial forestry which highlights its commitment to diversification and resilience, the company said in a media release.
Operating under the stewardship of the MJF Group of Companies, globally recognised for the Dilmah Tea brand, KWPL is nurturing innovation, integrity, and long-term impact. Since its acquisition by the MJF Group in 2002, KWPL has undergone a strategic transformation. Moving away from traditional plantation practices, the company has adopted cutting-edge agri-innovation and sustainable business models. With an ambitious focus on reversing profit erosion and boosting margins, KWPL has implemented lean cost structures, rigorous KPI monitoring, mechanisation, and high-efficiency operations across its estates. These strategies have delivered tangible results. The company’s investment in solar and hydro energy systems now saves over Rs. 4 million each month, while the Rs. 120 million solar project at Imboolpittia Estate is expected to generate consistent income for the next two decades. Notably, 70 per cent of this project is funded through grants from the MJF Charitable Foundation.
With over 336 hectares under cinnamon cultivation, it became Sri Lanka’s first plantation company to achieve Global GAP certification for cinnamon. The company is also officially registered under the Ceylon Cinnamon Geographical Indication, marking a significant milestone in elevating the credibility of Sri Lankan produce on the global stage.
Reflecting the values of the MJF Group, the company’s comprehensive CSR programme supports more than 6,000 plantation workers and their families. Its initiatives encompass early childhood education, elder care, women’s health and scholarships, building a cohesive framework for social upliftment.
The statement said Kahawatte Plantations is investing in a transformative roadmap that seeks to redefine what a modern, responsible plantation company can be. Plans are underway for end-to-end digitisation through the implementation of a new ERP system, yield forecasting via drone and multispectral imaging, and the production of biochar from tea waste as a sustainable alternative to inorganic fertilisers. The company also envisions turning its estates into tourism gateways, with initiatives already in motion at Denawaka and Imboolpittia.
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