Despite self-sufficiency in paddy production, there are shortfalls in other crops, leading to food imports in Sri Lanka. In response, the Department of Agriculture initiated a three-year project in early 2023 as part of the AFACI-RATES initiative, aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity through improved extension services and ICT facilities. Successful strategies included utilising WhatsApp for real-time communication, interactive multimedia learning, and establishing an E-Extension Training Centre that organised virtual training sessions for farmers. Key challenges faced were low smartphone usage, insufficient mobile network coverage, and low digital literacy among older farmers. Nevertheless, the project increased access to expert knowledge and improved the adoption of agricultural techniques, highlighting the importance of sustained financial investment and training for the scalability of digital extension. Overall, the project has shown potential for enhancing farmers' productivity and self-sufficiency in Sri Lanka.