In Sri Lanka, cultivation is strictly divided into two main seasons; namely, Yala & Maha. The main cultivation season is the Maha season which commences in early November and ends in March. Yala season commences in April and ends around early October. The timing of the commencement of agricultural activities in these two seasons coincides with the two main monsoons, namely the North/ East Monsoon and South / West monsoon. The North / East monsoon commences by end October or early November and records the highest rainfall for the year and is therefore, most suitable for paddy cultivation. The South/ West monsoon normally commences in early May and records very much lesser rainfall and is ideal for vegetable cultivation.

Around forty-five acres of land is brought under cultivation at during these two seasons and much activity can be seen in the fields and affords the best opportunity for guests to familiarize themselves with the traditional methods of cultivation adopted in the dry zone of Sri Lanka and also engage with the rural farming community.