Salacia reticulata is a popular medicinal plant in Sri Lanka due to its beneficial therapeutic values. Herbal preparations of Salacia reticulata have been used for traditional treatment of numerous diseases for many years ...

To overcome challenges imposed unforeseen climate change in rice production, introduction of short duration rice varieties is considered as an effective strategy. In any breeding program for crops, genetic variability ...

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is a staple food widely cultivated as a lowland crop in Sri Lanka. Flooding significantly impacts direct-seeded rice planting in many rice growing areas of Sri Lanka. This study aimed to develop ...

This study was conducted to develop a protocol for tomato cultivation under 50% shade conditions inside protected houses to mitigate the problems arising with high temperature, using foliar application of Paclabutrazole ...

Dodol is a popular traditional confectionery in Southeast Asia, containing a mixture of carbohydrates, proteins, and a high amount of fats. However, this high fat content makes Dodol susceptible to damage, such as rancidity ...

In Sri Lanka, vegetables are cultivated using three distinct approaches: organic, Good Agriculture Practices (GAP), and conventional cultivation. Each method has its own set of principles, methods, and philosophies. ...