End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.
Brands Commited to Zero Hunger
Latest Zero Hunger Brand Actions


Agroforestry
Launched an agroforestry model in Rilhena in collaboration with Kahawatte Plantations, Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) and Agriculture Innovation Nucleus, complementing existing green restoration projects similar to the Endane Biodiversity Corridor. 1000 hectares of abandoned land have been identified within Kahawatte Plantations as being suitable for agroforestry. Commercial crops such as Garcinia, Pepper, Durian and Rambutan are among the species being planted. Dilmah’s green restoration endeavours are aligned with Sri Lanka’s commitment to Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) of increasing green cover by 32% by 2030.


Organic Farming
The Dilmah Conservation One Earth Centres located in Moratuwa, Endana, Nawalapitiya, Kalkudah and Paasikudah, house organic farms as educational sites. These organic farms contain plots with vegetables, fruits, herbs, etc. that are relevant to and suitable for the region, to cater to the needs of the surrounding communities. Highlights in FY 24/25 - 1. Practical sessions held on organic farming for the Department of Urban Bio resources, University of Sri Jayewardenepura for 02 Batches, including 36 and 44 undergraduates, covering 70 practical hours at our One Earth Centre, Moratuwa. 2. Collaboration with Empower Culinary and Hospitality School of MJF Charitable Foundation, the Agriculture Innovation Nucleus of Dilmah offers a comprehensive curriculum on key principles of organic and urban gardening covering crop systems, greenhouse and soilless farming and techniques such as hydroponics, aeroponics, and aquaponics. Students also gain hands-on experience with organic fertiliser production and explore various crops, spices, herbs, and edible flowers. Conducted 49 sessions for 02 batches with 16 students from each batch covering a total of 448 practical hours.


Bee A Keeper
Dilmah Conservation launched ‘Bee a Keeper’ in May 2020, to promote the sustainable use of bees in agriculture and related ecosystems. Its main goals are: • Bee Awareness • Bee Research • Beekeeping • Buzzing Livelihood At One Earth Centre Moratuwa, conducted, • A public workshop on beekeeping with field experience for 22 participants • A training for Internal staff on advanced beekeeping • 2 additional workshops on beekeeping At the Field Station, Endane, • 10 successful beekeepers • 3 are undergoing the training process • A workshop for village beekeepers. • 2 litres of bee honey extracted In Climate Change Research Center, Nawalapitiya • 16 successful beekeepers • 12 are undergoing the training process • 1 workshop with 15 participants. • 3 litres of bee honey extracted for research purposes. • 2 day residential workshop for Resplendent Ceylon staff. In One Earth Center, Kalkudah • Community workshop on beekeeping with 45 participants around the center. • A workshop for the Veddah community to raise awareness on unsustainable bee honey extraction from the forest (traditional practice) and help transition into sustainable beekeeping using bee boxes in Mallichchagani and Akaranai villages with 92 participants. Highlights in FY 24/25 - - 92 bee colonies established and maintained across four regional hubs, enhancing pollinator biodiversity. - 25+ Successful community beekeepers - 259 schoolchildren engaged in experiential learning through training sessions and school-based bee gardens. - 160 individuals trained in bee ecology, beekeeping, and sustainability, including plantation and hospitality sector staff.