Fonterra's New Chilling Centre Fortifies Sri Lanka's Dairy Sector

Fonterra Opens Milk Collection & Chilling Centre in Hanwella

Fonterra Brands Lanka has made a significant move to bolster Sri Lanka's dairy sector with the opening of a new Milk Collection & Chilling Centre (MCC) in Hanwella. This new facility is set to provide crucial support to hundreds of local dairy farmers by improving their access to milk collection services and essential support from Fonterra.

The facility is equipped with state-of-the-art testing systems and boasts a 3,000-liter chilling capacity, ensuring the delivery of high-quality local milk to Sri Lankan households. With this infrastructure upgrade, Fonterra aims to empower smallholder farmers by enhancing their milk production capabilities and thus their livelihoods.

Fonterra's continual investment in technological and infrastructural advancements underscores its commitment to developing a more sustainable and resilient dairy industry in Sri Lanka. The Hanwella opening was attended by Fonterra's leadership and various officials, highlighting the collaborative efforts to enhance the nation's dairy output.

Through these efforts, Fonterra reinforces its role in nurturing the dairy sector, ensuring that quality dairy nutrition is accessible across the country. The Hanwella centre represents another step forward in ensuring sustainability and resilience in the local dairy industry.