Agriculture program
🌾Field Program
01 / 03
Agriculture Development NGO

Empowering Farmers, Sustaining Nature Growing Communities

12K+
Farmers Helped
48
Districts
20yr
Of Impact
Agriculture program
🌾Field Program
02 / 03
Agriculture Development NGO

Nurturing Farmers, Protecting the Planet Growing Communities

12K+
Farmers Helped
48
Districts
20yr
Of Impact
Agriculture program
🌾Field Program
03 / 03
Agriculture Development NGO

Growing Farms. Sustaining Nature. Growing Communities

12K+
Farmers Helped
48
Districts
20yr
Of Impact
👨‍🌾
500+
Farmers Trained
🌱
10+
Sustainable Projects
🏘️
10+
Communities Supported
Solutions

Our Services

01
Organic Farming

Promoting chemical-free farming for healthier produce and sustainable soil management.

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02
Seed & Equipment Supply

Providing farmers with high-quality seeds, tools, and organic fertilizers.

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03
Farmer Training

Workshops and programs to educate farmers about modern sustainable agriculture methods.

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04
Community Support

Helping farmers access resources, financial aid, and market opportunities for growth.

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Agricultural support
Farmer empowerment
Agriculture tools
2019Founded
Our Story

About ASTEC

ASTEC is dedicated to improving the lives of farmers through education, sustainable farming practices, and community development programs. Our mission is to create self-sufficient communities while protecting the environment. We believe in innovation, collaboration, and long-term sustainability. Join us in making a positive impact on rural communities and the planet.

Eco-friendly farming practices
Community-first approach
Long-term food security programs
Who We Are

Our Vision & Mission

At ASTEC, our vision is to build empowered, self-reliant farming communities through sustainable and innovative agriculture

Vision

"To become a bigger hand to the youths to uplift their lives as better professionals in the field of agriculture"

Our Vision

Mission

"In order to reach a status of a commercial farming professional, facilitate the youth in providing the needed modern technologies, equipment, training, other technical knowledge with experience and proper guidance for innovations to become the leaders in the areas of commercial farming practices within five years".

Our Mission
Our Impact

Growth Over Time

Tracking real progress — crops grown, funds raised, and farmers empowered since 2019.

🌾

12,450

Tonnes of Crops Grown

💰

48.5

Funds Raised (LKR M)

👨‍🌾

500+

Farmers Trained

🏘️

32

Communities Supported

0 2.5k 5.0k 7.5k 10.0k 12.4k 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 1.2k 2.1k 3.4k 5.8k 9.2k 12.4k

Year-by-Year Breakdown

2019
1.2k
2020
2.1k
2021
3.4k
2022
5.8k
2023
9.2k
2024
12.4k
Our People

Meet the Team

Passionate experts and field workers united by a mission to transform agriculture and uplift communities.

KR
Leadership

Mr. K.W. Mohemed Rizvi

Chairman

PhD in Agricultural Sciences from University of Peradeniya. 20+ years driving sustainable farming policy across South Asia.

WE
Leadership

Miss.W.M.M Nayani Sandaruwini Ethulgama

Secretary

MSc in Rural Development. Leads ASTEC's flagship farmer training and community empowerment programs.

SN
Field

Mrs.M.Y.S Nimnaz

Treasurer

Expert in organic farming transitions. Has personally trained over 200 smallholder farmers in the Northern Province.

PG
Field

Mr.P.G Nandana Ganamge

Director

Builds relationships with rural cooperatives, women's groups, and local government to amplify ASTEC's reach.

UK
Field

Mr. Ubaya Kalyana Kumara

Director Agriculture Consultant

BSc in Agricultural Engineering. Introduces precision farming tools and irrigation technology to partner communities.

SP
Operations

Mrs. H.M Ayesha Priyadarshani

Director-Foreign project Management

CPA with expertise in international development grants. Manages ASTEC's relationships with funding bodies.

GM
Operations

Mr.Gamini Maduraarachchi

Director

Storyteller and digital strategist with a background in development journalism. Manages media and outreach.

PB
Operations

Mr.Prasads Balasooriya

Director-Agriculture Engineering

Tracks program outcomes using data-driven methods to ensure ASTEC's initiatives achieve measurable impact.

ME
Operations

M.R.M.Eshaan

Under Secretary

Supports leadership with administrative coordination and ensures smooth day-to-day operations across all ASTEC programs.

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Got Questions

FAQ

Find answers to common questions about ASTEC's agriculture programs and initiatives.

Still have questions?

For assistance, please visit our Contact Us page or call ASTEC’s support hotline at 0771234567. Our team is ready to guide you in sustainable farming and community development initiatives.

Voices from the Field
Field

"“Thanks to ASTEC, my farm now uses sustainable techniques that improved yield and soil health.”"

A
Ayesha Fernando Smallholder Farmer
Field

"“ASTEC's training programs helped our cooperative increase productivity and adopt eco-friendly practices.”"

R
Rohan Perera Community Leader
Field

"“Joining ASTEC's initiatives gave me the knowledge and resources to farm sustainably and support my family.”"

K
Kamila Silva Farmer & Trainer
01 / 03
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Join ASTEC and Learn Sustainable Agriculture

Participate in ASTEC programs to learn modern, eco-friendly farming techniques and improve community livelihoods.

12K+
Farmers Helped
48
Districts
20yr
Of Impact