A
wide variety of sub tropical, tropical and temperate fruits and
vegetables are grown in Sri Lanka. Vegetables are generally available
throughout the year. Fruits are available on a seasonal basis.
Fruits
The
key strength of this industry lies in the area of fresh fruits, including
such varieties as Queen Pineapple (Mauritius), Passion fruit (Yellow),
Papaya and speciality Banana which are available year round.
Ambarella
is a relatively new item in the expanding list of exotics. Amberella
originated in Tahiti and has been introduced to many other countries.
It thrives best in tropical and sub tropical regions.
Seasonal
fruits such as Mangosteen, Rambutan, Avacado and Durian have found
a growing demand in Europe and other destinations.
Vegetables
Capsicum,
leeks, cabbage, snake gourd, bitter gourd, tomato, curry papaw, curry
mango and yams such as cassava and taro are the major vegetable varieties
exported from Sri Lanka.
