• Evaluation of alternative nursery potting mixtures for betel (piper betle l.) 

  Dinelka, SAN; Dissanayaka, DMPV; Premathilake, UGAT; Weerasuriya, GPAN (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  Betel (Piper betle L.) is a woody climber with cultural and economic significance. Precise potting mixture is a prerequisite to produce quality nursery plants. Exploring alternative potting mixtures is crucial in addressing ...
• The effect of hydrogen peroxide treatment on functional properties of paddy husk biochar and its application for wastewater treatment 

  Arunmugan, M; Rupasinghe, CP; Manoharan, T; Kannan, N (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  Paddy husk is one of the biomass raw materials and byproducts of the rice production and processing industry. It is very much abundant in Sri Lanka, which is readily available as an energy source. Paddy husk contains ...
• Ms productivity and profitability analysis of cauliflower as sole and intercropping with red amaranth and radish leafy vegetable 

  Monshi, MH; Mouri, MH; Mim, MR; Hossain, S; Alom, J; Hossain, MS (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  By using natural resources and agricultural inputs more effectively, intercropping is a desirable technique to boost crop output and economic return. The present study was conducted to figure out the most lucrative crop ...
• Investigation of factors affecting the rapid detection of agarwood formation in aquilaria crassna by near-infrared spectroscopy 

  Herath, HMWAI; Jinendra, BMS (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  Agarwood is a highly valued fragrant resin produced inside a few tree species belonging to the family Thymalaeaceae as a self-defense response to plant stress. The amount of resin developed inside the tree cannot be ...
• Nutritional knowledge and consumption pattern of fruits: a context of Sri Lankan mothers 

  Perumpuli, PABN; Silva, KNN; Darshani, MMG; Dilrukshi, DMN; Singharathne, SMSJM; Lakmali, MGT (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  The per capita fruit consumption of Sri Lankans is reported as 100 g per day which lies below the recommendations. Moreover, mothers play a key role in the nutritional status of a family. Thus, the current study was ...
• Correlation of plant height and crop age with yield potential in Sri Lankan traditional rice accessions of ma wee: a comparative study in Kamburupitiya with selected new improved rice varieties 

  Jayasinghe, HMASB; Senanayake, DMJB; Rathnathunga, EUU; Geekiyanage, S (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  Generating knowledge about agronomic and yield characters of Ma wee is important for breeding. Therefore, this experiment aimed to determine the selected agronomic characteristics and yield components in accessions 8541 ...
• Selection of traditional rice varieties for Galle district based on agronomic characteristics and farmer 

  Wickramasinghe, W.G.M.; Abeywickrama, L.M.; Millawithanachchi, M.C. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  In response to the growing trend of cultivating traditional rice varieties in the Galle District this study aimed to select suitable varieties that align with the preference of farmers and consumers. A survey of traditional ...
• Identifying high-performing seedling teas in Passara, sri lanka 

  Hettiarachchi, HAIL; Alwis, LMHR; Dharmarathna, TTD (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  Tea is a shade-loving plant and is propagated either by seeds or cuttings. The seedling teas exhibit the ability to endure prolonged droughts while still achieving vigorous shoot growth. This study aimed to identify high ...
• Assessment of thermal comfort of broiler birds in warm - humid climate 

  Munonye, JO; Munonye, CC; Esiegwu, AC (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  An experiment was conducted in a poultry house located at the Faculty of Agriculture, Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu Alike, Nigeria to assess the thermal comfort of broiler birds of 0-8 weeks old. ASHRAE standard ...
• The nexus between covid-19 and finfish export from Sri Lanka to its main trading partners; the United States and the European union 

  De Silva, DWLU; Bandara, WAAM; Dilhani, EVD; Sadaruwan, KPGL (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  The Sri Lankan seafood sector has been seriously disturbed during the Covid 19 pandemic due to a bleak demand outlook as well as an array of supply challenges. Identification of the effects of this new challenge to the ...
• Bioconversion performances of black soldier fly larvae (hermetia illucens l. diptera: stratiomyidae) on selected organic substrates 

  Nallakumar, G; Fernando, KMC (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL; Hermetia illucens L.) is a bioconversion agent of organic substrates and its proven ability to degrade and biotransform of waste strengthens organic waste management and waste recycling ...
• Effects of storage period and cultivated season on grain quality characteristics of selected improved and traditional rice (oryza sativa l.) varieties in sri lanka 

  Herath, HMLP; Rajapakse, RPNP; Senanayake DMJB, DMJB; Senarathna, BMK (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  The production of quality rice is determined by many properties and these properties affect the consumer preferences and commercial value of rice. Therefore, this study was done to investigate the several physical, ...
• Effects of chronic exposure of cadmium on growth performance, bioaccumulation and hematological parameters of genetically improved farmed tilapia 

  Gayashan, WS; Rathnapala, JMSN; Herath, SS (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  This study was conducted to evaluate the chronic exposure of cadmium on growth performance, bioaccumulation, and hematological parameters of genetically improved farmed tilapia (GIFT). Two concentrations of cadmium (50 ...
• Decomposition and nitrogen mineralization of gliricidia sepium leaf green manure under diverse nutrient management strategies in irrigated lowland rice cropping systems in sri lanka 

  Herath, US; Wickramasinghe, WMDM; Rankoth, LM; Egodawatta, WCP (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  The utilization of green manure has become an essential strategy for enhancing soil fertility and substituting synthetic fertilizers. The decomposition and release of nutrients through mineralization processes are ...
• Development of composite biscuits incorporated with pineapple (ananas comosus) peel powder and evaluation of their quality characters 

  Naseeha, NF; Pushparaja, V; Vasantharuba, S (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  Pineapple peel is packed with essential nutrients, antioxidants and other healthy compounds; however, their popularity and empirical evidence related to health benefits are limited. Therefore, this study is designed to ...
• WEEDY RICE: AN INSIGHT INTO GENETIC DIVERSITY AND POPULATION STRUCTURE FOR EFFECTIVE WEED MANAGEMENT 

  Tennakoon, A; Sandamal, S; Ge, S; Marambe, B; Ratnasekera, D (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  Weedy rice (Oryza sativa f. spontanea) is a conspecific weed that has invaded cultivated rice fields, effectively adapted to modern management practices, leading to substantial yield losses and reduced harvest quality. ...
• WATER FOOTPRINT OF PADDY CULTIVATION UNDER CONTROLLED RUNOFF CONDITIONS: A CASE STUDY IN KURUNAGALA DISTRICT, SRI LANKA 

  Palliyaguru, MPGNM; Navaratne, CM; Wickramasinghe, DD; Nanayakkara, CM (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  Paddy cultivation is the largest global consumer of water, and it also significantly contributes to water pollution. Investigating the water footprint of paddy agriculture can provide insights into how pollutants affect ...
• QUADRATIC ALMOST IDEAL DEMAND SYSTEM ANALYSIS OF DEMAND FOR SELECTED VEGETABLES AND FRUITS IN NIGERIA 

  Obisesan, AA (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  This study analyzed the demand for selected vegetables and fruits in Nigeria. It determined price effects on demand for fruits and vegetables, examined the demographic variables influencing demand and revealed the ...
• MANAGEMENT OF WHITEFLIES (Bemisia tabaci . GENNADIUS) USING Amblyseius swirskii ATHIAS-HENRIOT (SWIRSKI-MITE) IN CHILLI CROP 

  Perera, MTMDR; Senanayake, N (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci ) is an important pest of chilli in Sri Lanka. Whiteflies are also vectors of viral diseases in many crops. Indiscriminate use of insecticides leads to resistant development, high residue levels, ...
• PRODUCTION OF PLANT-BASED MILK FROM LOCAL ALMOND NUTS (Terminalia catappa L.) AND EVALUATION OF ITS SENSORY AND NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES 

  Samarasinghe, SPAK; Chandimala, UR; Gunathilake, DMCC (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

  An experiment was conducted to investigate the possibility of making plant-based milk using Local Almond (Terminalia catappa L.) nuts. Harvested nuts were cleaned, shelled and, separated into two sets based on their ...

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