Research project in agricultural planning: a demonstration of resource-based socio-economic planning in Matara district.
Polman, F.J.; Samad, M.; Thio, K.S.
Research Study Series, Agrarian Research and Training Institute, Sri Lanka 47: 247
1982
Document Number: 500515
This report is the first in a series in the general framework of a joint ARTI-Agricultural University of Wageningen research project on "Regional planning for agricultural development in Sri Lanka". This is the first time that comprehensive district-based agricultural planning has been attempted in Sri Lanka. Matara district is the focus of the present study. Many techniques, from land use classification to cost benefit analysis are used. Policy options are identified, together with a large number of projects, as well as a Matara Integrated Rural Development Programme. Finally, short term priorities and development choices are specifically enumerated.