Department of Rubber Development
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Overview
The Rubber Development Department (RDD) in Sri Lanka is a government body promoting the nation’s rubber industry through services like farmer training, subsidies for replanting, extension services, and enforcing regulations for sustainable cultivation, aiming to boost productivity, farmer income, employment, and environmental balance. They work with stakeholders (farmers, processors) on agronomy (soil prep, planting, tapping) and collaborate with the Rubber Research Institute (RRISL) for R&D, ensuring Sri Lankan rubber products meet global standards and remain competitive
Founded Year
1934
Ownership Type
Government-Owned / State-Owned Enterprise
Business Model
B2C (Business to Consumer)
Time Zone
+5.30
Mission
Increase local rubber production by boosting productivity of existing lands and expanding cultivation. Improve rubber and product quality to get higher prices and increase farmer income. Empower stakeholders with knowledge and tools for better productivity and national output.
Vision
To emerge as a center of excellence in providing high-quality scientific technologies to the rubber industry (from Rubber Research Institute - related body). To become a leading stakeholder in achieving socio-economic development in Sri Lanka (from RDD Performance Report).
Core Values
Innovation & Sustainability: Developing economically and environmentally sound innovations. Excellence: Aiming for high-quality standards in technology and services.
Company Tagline
Not explicitly stated for the Department, but related goals include achieving "global competitiveness" for the sector and contributing to "foreign earnings
Head Office Country
Sri Lanka