Oryza rufipogon, a wild rice species with the AA genome, is closely related to Asian cultivated rice and exhibits high genetic compatibility with it. It is a perennial, primarily cross-pollinated species with photoperiod ...

In conventional mushroom cultivation, the productive lifespan of mushroom bags typically ends after approximately 3.5 months due to nutrient depletion within the substrate. At this stage, farmers discard spent mushroom ...

The study aimed evaluate the application of saponins from Solanum torvum fruits (STS), as a natural emulsifier for an oil-in-water emulsion containing Bacopa monnieri extract (BME) and virgin coconut oil (VCO). STS ...

A six-week feeding trial was conducted to investigate the effects of three experimental feeds on growth performance and feed utilization, survival and coloration of platy fish, Xiphophorus sp. The Prima diet was used ...

Industry 4.0 technologies should be adopted in the current era of the digital economy to meet the growing demand for food supply due to population growth, climate change, geopolitical instability and resource scarcity. ...

Anther culture is a plant breeding technique that induces haploid embryogenesis from microspores to rapidly produce homozygous lines. This study aimed to determine the effect of anther culture for five selected brinjal ...

Preservation is essential for perishables, but the harmful effects of chemical preservatives on health and the environment highlight the need for sustainable alternatives. Seaweed-based coating offers an effective, ...

Lime (Citrus aurantifolia) plays a significant role in Sri Lankan culinary culture; however, its seasonal availability often leads to overproduction and waste during peak harvest periods. This study explores the ...

Sour banana (Musa acuminata) is one of the most important fruit crops worldwide. It is grown in the tropics and though most widely consumed there, is valued globally for its flavour, nutritional value, and year-round ...

Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) is a high-value perennial crop that contributes significantly to Sri Lanka’s export economy. Despite its economic importance, expansion of cinnamon cultivation is hindered by the limited ...