Rooted in Sri Lanka, Growing Global Partnerships Since 2015
In 2015, Mr. Bernard Ranaweera founded Ethical Farmers with a clear and powerful vision: to bridge the gap between Sri Lanka's talented smallholder organic farmers and the growing global demand for authentic, ethically sourced agricultural products.
What began as a modest venture rooted in deep respect for farming communities has grown into a trusted export company serving international buyers across multiple continents. Our foundation rests on direct partnerships with smallholder farmers, ensuring fair compensation, transparent sourcing, and premium quality at every stage.
In 2025, the company marked a significant milestone with a major expansion — investing in modern spice processing facilities that meet the highest international standards. This expansion strengthened our capacity to deliver consistently high-quality organic spices, essential oils, herbs, and coconut products to global markets.
Creating long-term prosperity for farmers while supplying exceptional organic products to global markets.
A world where ethical organic agriculture thrives, nourishing people, sustaining our planet, and creating lasting prosperity for smallholder farmers.
We envision a future where farming communities are fairly rewarded, biodiversity is protected, and responsibly produced organic products connect rural producers with consumers worldwide through trust, transparency, and shared value.
Empowering farmers, fostering transparency, and delivering responsibly produced organic agricultural products that create shared value for people, communities, and the planet.
Our talented team brings passion, creativity, and expertise to every endeavor.
Known for his visionary leadership and commitment to ethical agriculture, Lahiru drives sustainable growth while empowering farming communities.
Known for his visionary leadership and decades of experience in agriculture, Bernard provides strategic guidance to drive Ethical Farmers' long-term growth and sustainability.
Known for his dynamic leadership and operational excellence, Madhuka drives innovation, business growth, and the delivery of high-quality organic products.
Small Organic Farmers Association
During the SOFA Annual General Meeting, a landmark Memorandum of Understanding was signed, establishing Ethical Farmers as the exclusive purchaser of spices from SOFA member farmers. This partnership formalizes our commitment to creating stable market opportunities for smallholder organic farming communities.
Unlike conventional supply chains, our business model ensures that value flows back to the communities where it originates, creating a cycle of shared prosperity.
Ethical Teas (Pvt) Ltd — 30% Ownership Stake
Ethical Teas (Pvt) Ltd specializes in premium Ceylon organic teas — including black, green, and white varieties — expertly blended with spices, fruits, and herbs. This strategic partnership strengthens our portfolio and extends our reach into the global organic tea market.
Together, the companies offer global customers a diverse portfolio of premium Sri Lankan agricultural products.
Discover our range of organic herbs, spices, oils, and coconut products.