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About Us

A corporate group built on the land it serves

From a single farming operation in the deep south to an integrated group spanning agriculture, finance, education and leisure.

Corporate Overview

Who we are

Premier Harvest (Pvt) Ltd, trading as Premier Group, is a dynamic enterprise delivering sustainable agriculture, financial services, international education and business consultation. Headquartered at Main Street, Ambalantota with regional operational centres across Sri Lanka, the group operates through seven specialised divisions that report to a single board and share one standard of governance.

Our work begins in the field. Commercial plantations of banana, pomegranate, papaya, watermelon and pumpkin are managed with modern agronomy and smart irrigation, giving predictable yields and a reliable base for everything else the group does.

Around that base we have built the services rural families actually ask for — funding they can access without delay, insurance explained in plain language, a genuine route to study or work abroad, and trained care for the adults at home who need help to live safely.

The five arms of the group connected to one centre
Integrated Business Model

Each division feeds the next

Cultivate
Premier Farming grows high-yield crops on managed estates.
Fund
Funding Solutions and Insurance Brokers finance and protect growers.
Trade
Natural Essence processes, packs and distributes the harvest.
Elevate
Education, Leisure and Retirement turn that income into opportunity, experience and care.
Our Vision

Empowering and nurturing the lifestyle of mankind

Building enterprises that uplift the people and communities they touch — a future where a good harvest is not a matter of luck but the natural result of good technology, fair finance and honest partnership, and where that harvest lifts the whole household, not just the field.

Our Mission

Premier products, community growth, lasting value

To deliver premier, innovative products and services that enhance everyday living, foster community growth and create sustainable, long-term value for all our stakeholders.

Core Values

The principles behind every division

Integrity & Ethics

Regulatory compliance and ethical recruitment in every market we serve.

Sustainability

Eco-friendly farming, soil preservation and responsible water management.

Innovation

Smart farming technology and modern systems applied to traditional sectors.

Community First

Outgrowers, students and micro-entrepreneurs share in the growth we create.

Quality Excellence

ISO 9001:2015 discipline applied consistently across all operations.

Long-Term Partnership

Relationships built on transparency and durable stakeholder value.

Corporate Identity at a Glance

Company Fact Sheet

Registered name
Premier Harvest (Pvt) Ltd
Trading identity
Premier Group
Legal form
Private limited liability company
Incorporation
Companies Act No. 07 of 2007, Sri Lanka
Registered office
Main Street, Ambalantota, Sri Lanka
Operating footprint
Regional operational centres across Sri Lanka
Business divisions
Seven operating divisions under one group
Core sectors
Agriculture · Finance · Education · Leisure · Care
Quality standard
ISO 9001:2015 quality management framework
Board composition
Chairman · Managing Director · Director of Education
Priority export markets
European Union · Middle East
Website
www.premierslgroup.com

Company registration number, tax registration details and certification copies are available on request.

One Board, One Quality Framework

Group Structure

All divisions report to a single board and share corporate services covering governance, quality assurance, finance and risk.

Premier Harvest (Pvt) Ltd

Trading identity: Premier Group · Companies Act No. 07 of 2007, Sri Lanka

Agriculture & Agro-Industry

Land, crops and value addition
Chairman / Director
  • Premier Farming
  • Premier Natural Essence

People & Lifestyle

Learning, travel and care
Managing Director
  • Premier Education & Career
  • Premier Leisure
  • Premier Retirement

Financial Services

Capital, credit and risk cover
Director of Education
  • Premier Insurance Brokers
  • Premier Funding Solutions
How the Divisions Reinforce One Another

The Integrated Value Chain

01

Cultivate

High-yield farming on sustainably managed land.

02

Process

Value addition, spice processing and quality control.

03

Distribute

Domestic supply chains and export channels.

04

Finance & Protect

Micro-funding, SME lending and insurance cover.

05

Empower People

Education, training and community livelihoods.

One customer relationship can begin in the field and extend to finance, education and care — which is what makes the group resilient across economic cycles.

Leadership

The people behind Premier Group

Three board portfolios, thirty-four years of senior executive experience, one quality framework.

Mr. Harsha Abeywickrama, Chairman / Director
Chairman / Director

Mr. Harsha Abeywickrama

LUTCF | MBA (RUSL) | CIAM | DIP-MKT (NUS) | CMFA (USA)

At Premier Group, our purpose is rooted in creating sustainable value through multi-sector corporate synergy. We empower our partners to harvest a prosperous future.

Leadership highlights
  • Over 34 years of professional experience, with 30+ years in senior management.
  • Former executive leadership at Ceylinco Life, AIA Insurance and Janashakthi Life; former CEO of Sadaharitha Plantations.
  • Faculty Board and Curriculum Development Panel member at the University of Wayamba.
Mr. Indunil Gamage, Managing Director
Managing Director

Mr. Indunil Gamage

MBA | AMTC (USA) | PDS | HND-HRM (Mexico)

We deliver sustainable growth through cutting-edge agricultural innovation and powerful corporate partnerships. By combining high-tech farming, micro-funding and risk management, we ensure our partners harvest a secure future.

Leadership highlights
  • Over 23 years in insurance, sales, marketing and corporate management.
  • Progressed from Senior Manager to CEO and Director in the commercial plantation sector.
  • Brings operational discipline and commercial insight to every division of the group.
Dr. Ishantha Siribaddana, Director of Education
Director of Education

Dr. Ishantha Siribaddana

PhD | BSc. Chem. Sp. | ACJP

Through education and cooperative development banking, our goal is to open multiple education and career pathways for Sri Lankan communities and to uplift the lives they support.

Leadership highlights
  • Director of Education for the Premier Group.
  • Chairman — Technology Entrepreneurship and Management Cooperative Development Banking Society Ltd.
  • Former Consultant — MPCC, Central Bank of Sri Lanka.
Structure, Discipline and Accountability

Corporate Governance

Quality Management

Standardised operational frameworks across farming, finance, education and leisure to ensure consistent quality.

Ethical Business Practices

Strict adherence to regulatory compliance, local labour law and ethical student and workforce recruitment.

Risk Mitigation

Portfolio diversification across independent sectors to maintain organisational balance and protect investor interests.

Environmental Stewardship

Eco-friendly farming methods, soil preservation techniques and sustainable water management practices.

Assurance cycle
Documented procedures
Internal review and audit
Corrective action
Management review

Operating under ISO 9001:2015 international certification protocols.

Certification and registration documents are available to counterparties on request.

Environmental, Social and Governance Alignment

ESG Framework & UN SDG Alignment

Environmental

  • Eco-friendly farming and soil preservation
  • Sustainable water and drip irrigation systems
  • Organic enrichment of cultivated land
  • Agro-tourism within working landscapes
SDG 12 SDG 13 SDG 15

Social

  • Fair pricing and reliable offtake for outgrowers
  • Micro and SME lending in rural economies
  • International education and career pathways
  • Adult care delivered with dignity and safety
SDG 1 SDG 4 SDG 8

Governance

  • ISO 9001:2015 quality management discipline
  • Companies Act No. 07 of 2007 compliance
  • Board oversight across all seven divisions
  • Diversification to protect stakeholder interests
SDG 16 SDG 17

Mapping of current group practice to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Reporting scope will be formalised as the framework matures.

Export Capability and Global Market Access

International Reach

Priority export markets
European Union Fresh produce and processed spice channels
Middle East Fresh produce and workforce mobility corridors
Export-ready portfolio
Fresh produce Cavendish banana · Pomegranate · Red Lady papaya
Processed spices Cinnamon · Pepper · Clove · Cardamom
Export capability chain
01 Own farmland
02 Outgrower network
03 Processing & packing
04 Quality control
05 Export channels

People mobility too: international student placement with recognised universities, plus screened foreign employment sourcing — traceable, documented and ethically managed.

Five Reasons the Group Stands Apart

Why Partner With Us

Fully Integrated Ecosystem

A resilient combination of agriculture, finance, education, leisure and care under one corporate umbrella.

Proven Executive Leadership

Senior corporate leaders with decades of success in financial services and plantation management.

Asset-Backed Stability

Models backed by real land assets, tangible agricultural yields and recurring service revenues.

Strict Quality Assurance

ISO 9001:2015 certification protocols applied at every operational level.

Community Economic Impact

Empowering outgrowers, students, micro-entrepreneurs and regional workforce talent.

A partner with land, capital, people and market access already under one roof.

Ways to Work With the Group

Partnership & Engagement Framework

Outgrower & Supply

Fair pricing and reliable offtake for local growers.

Buyer & Distribution

Fresh produce and processed spices for domestic and export buyers.

Financial & Underwriting

Brokerage, lending and risk partnerships across the group.

Investment & Development

Eco-resort, agro-tourism and acreage expansion opportunities.

Institutional & University

Student placement, career pathways and training partnerships.

How engagement works
Enquiry and initial scoping
Due diligence and documentation
Agreement and onboarding
Delivery, review and reporting
An Indicative Sequence for the Next Phase

Growth Roadmap

Horizon 1

Consolidate

  • Deepen high-yield acreage under active cultivation
  • Embed ISO 9001:2015 processes across every division
  • Strengthen outgrower sourcing networks
Horizon 2

Expand

  • Scale spice processing and packaging capacity
  • Develop eco-resort and agro-tourism assets
  • Broaden micro and SME lending portfolio
Horizon 3

Globalise

  • Open direct export channels into the EU and Middle East
  • Grow international education and placement partnerships
  • Position the group for institutional partnerships

Indicative phasing for planning purposes. Sequence and timing are confirmed by the Board each planning cycle.

Want to work with us?

Talk to our team about partnership, investment or a career at Premier Group.