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Performance of Green Gram (Vigna radiata L. Wilczek) under Varying Levels of Nitrogen Fertilizer

Patra, P S; Choudhury, A; Saha, R (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

An experiment was conducted during summer season of 2016 and 2017 at Instructional farm of Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, Pundibari, Cooch Behar, West Bengal, India to study the "Effect of varying levels of nitrogen ...
Serum Metabolic Profile Based Assessment of Energy Balance in Tropical and Temperate Crossbred Dairy Cattle at Post-Partum Transition Stage

Ranaweera, KKTN; Herathz, HMGP; weerasinghe, WMPB; Kumara Mahipala, MBP (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Objective of the present study was to evaluate the nutritional status of post-partum transition dairy cows in dry-zone and mid-country, through assessment of serum metabolic profile. Tropical and temperate crossbred dairy ...
Household Willingness to Pay for Indigenous Chicken: A Case Study of Batticaloa Municipal Area

Thirumarpan, K (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Indigenous chickens are reared by many rural households in the country, but their contribution to food security at both, household and national levels is not well understood. This study aimed to analyse the household ...
Assessment of Ground Water Quality Influences on Human Health and Agriculture: A Case Study in : :.tistan

Mustaqeem, M.; Sarfraz, M.; Jameel, M.; Luqman, A. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Grounddwater contamination through toxic metal/elements has a considerable impact on public health and agriculture in the areas of Pakistan, where majority of the people rely on groundwater for drinking purposes ...
Effect Parity on Separation Behavior of Friesian Cows: Maternal-Offspring Behavior Perspectives

Senaratna, D; Jayaweera, NGCR; Samarakone, TS (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Separation of calves from mother cows (MC] is practicing 2-3 hours after birth affecting minimum welfare of both mother and the new born calf. Aim of the present study was to determine the maternal-offspring behavior at ...
Measurement of circulating Insulin-Like Peptide 3 and Testosterone Concentrations in Prepubertal Male Goa

wimalarathne, HDA; Fonseka, WTL; Kodithuwakku, SP; Pathirana, IN (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

The objectives of the present study were to: (1) simplify the enzyme immunoassay(EIA) for the measurement of insulin-like peptide 3(INSL3) concentrations in goats(2) to measure circulating INSL3 and testosterone in prepubertal ...
Osbeckia octandra (Heen Bovitiya) Leaf Extract Reduces the Thioacetamide Induced Liver Damage in Wistar Rats

Weththasinghe, P; Bogahawaththa, BRS; Wiiesundara, RRMKK; Kodithuwakku, SP; Siriweeraa, EH; Raiapakse, RPVJ; Herath, CB; Pathiranal, IN; Wiiayagunawardane, MPB (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Management of liver diseases with plant extracts has been in the traditional medicinal practice in Sri Lanka for centuries. However, scientific evidences on the beneficial effects of }sbeckia octondro are lacking. The ...
Effects of Neem (Melia qzadirachta L.) Leaf Extract on Human Dermal Papilla Cells

Dodo, K; Sano, K; Hara, K; Someya, T (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

In recent years, the potential of Neem lMelia azadirachta L) as an anti-aging supplement has been investigated in the health food industry. It has been traditionally used in Indian Ayurvedic Medicine (traditional system ...
A Protocol to Determine Interannual Variation of North-East Monsoon (Nlaha rainfalls): A Case Study in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Ampitiyawatta, AD; Wimalasiri, GEM (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

A protocol was developed to analysis the interannual variation of North-East monso on (Maha rainflalls] and the protocol was validated with daily rainfall data of Anuradhapura for 1980-2010 period. Cumulative distribution ...
Technological Novelties for a Sustainable Deep Sea Fishery in Sri Lanka

Koralagama, D.N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Effective poaching of deep sea fishers into neighboring Exciusive Economic Zones [EEZJ and even beyond was disclaimed by European Union IEUJ and banned fish and fisheries products from Sri Lanka. As a result of the series ...
Recent Geographical Distribution Pattern of Indian peafowl (Pavo cristatus) and Associated Problems in Galle and Matara Districts

Koshila, HWS; Atapattu, NSBM; Gunawardana, WWDA (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Indian Peafowl (Pavo cristatatus) is an attractive bird. Though it is better adapted and thus has been common in Dry Zone areas, they are now seen in some areas where they were not used to. This new distribution has ...
Effect of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor 165, on Porcine Primordial Follicle Viability in vitro: A preliminary Study

Madushanka, DNN; Mayurawanshal, WRAS; Ruwandeepikal, HAD; Magamage, M.P.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Folliculogenesis is a complex process of ovarian follicle growth and development, which is yet to be completely understood. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) is known for its ability to promote angiogenesis. Among ...
High Yields of Mustard-Rapeseed through System of Crop Intensification (SCI)

Banerjee, S (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

System of Crop Intensification (SCIJ aims to achieve higher production with less expenditure on land, labor, capital and water through simple changes in crop management practices. SCI practices help farmers to unlock the ...
Submergence Tolerance of selected Sri Lankan Traditional Rice (Oryza Sativa L) Accessions at seedling Stage

Prabhashini, RHGB; Ranawake, AL (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Micro climate of Sri Lankan rice fields varies significantly due to intermittent flooding and drying caused by changing pattern of climate. As traditional rice posse considerable biotic and abiotic stress tolerant traits, ...
Can Herbicide Usage be Minimized in Future through Weed Competitive Rice?

Bandara, RMUS; Marambe, B; Bentota, AP; Keerthisena, RSK; Sirisena, DN; Abhayagunasekara, AVC; Dissanayaka, HMMKH; De Silva, YMSHIU; Dissanayake, DMCB (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

A field experiment was conducted usingl0 rice varieties {At306, AERON9-3, 89352, AERON10-26, At10- 1240, 1R09N247, Zhonghua, Bw1L-3403, AtL0-1327 and Suwandal_) in Rice Research and Development institute, Batalagoda ...
Physicochemical evaluation of parental germplasm of quality rice breeding program in Sri Lanka

Abhayagunasekara, A.V.C.; Paththinige, S.S.; Rebeira, S.P.; Rajapaksha, R.L.G.S.; Navarathna, N.M.; Padmakanthi, D.A.; Abeysekara, S.W. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Rice quality is considered as the second important trait in rice breeding programs after yield. Better quality rice varieties give better returns to the farmer. Therefore, rice lines with better yield as well as supreme ...
variability in seed Dormancy of Some Improved Rice varieties in Sri Lanka

Silva, S.D.; Hafeel, RF; Wathugala, DL (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

prolonged dormancy in rice becomes a problem when seeds of previous season are to be used for immediate sowing. Total absence of dormancy is also a disadvantage as the seed will sprout on the plants in the field. Twenty ...
Screening of rice varieties for salt stress at reproductive stage based on phenotypic responses

Senanayake, R.M.N.H.; Herath, H.M.V.G.; Wickramasinghe, I.P.; Udawela, U.A.K.S.; Sirisena, D.N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018)

Salinity affects all growth stages of rice at varying degrees starting from germination up to maturation. The present study was concucted to screen the commonly cultivated rice varieties against salt stress and to identify ...
Dried fish type identification using machine learning techniques: A case study on three fish species in Sri Lanka

Muhannadh, M.R.; Laksiri, P.H.P.N. (Faculty of Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023-11-24)

Dried fish is one of the major and traditional dishes of Sri Lankans and is also one of the major animal protein sources with low cholesterol for humans. Despite, the benefits and the popularity, people are facing ...
Oyster mushroom disease detection using machine learning

Vidanapathirana, D.R.; Arachchi, R.S.W. (Faculty of Technology, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023-11-24)

The industry that cultivates mushrooms has experienced a significant expansion due to the growing demand for edible mushrooms and in particular for oyster mushrooms, as they are highly valued for their distinct flavor ...

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