Browsing Volume 26 (2023) by Issue Date
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Kumara, K.H.C.H.; Hafeel, R.F.; Herath, H.M.S.; Gunawardhana, R.H.U.; Sudarshana, T.H.N.; Wijesinghe, N.T.
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2022)
Seed broadcasting rate has an enormous influence on rice plant density and the competition of the crop stands,
tiller number, time taken to maturity and grain yield. Relatively low plant densities due to inappropriate ...
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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. ...
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Gayashan, W.S.; Rathnapala, J.M.S.N.; Herath, S.S.
(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 ...
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Arunmugan, M.; Rupasinghe, C.P.; 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 ...
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Monshi, M.H.; Mouri, M.H.; Mim, M.R.; Hossain, S.; Alom, J.; Hossain, M.S.
(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 ...
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Herath, H.M.W.A.I.; Jinendra, B.M.S.
(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 ...
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Dinelka, S.A.N.; Dissanayaka, D.M.P.V.; Premathilake, U.G.A.T.; Weerasuriya, G.P.A.N.
(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 ...
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Perumpuli, P.A.B.N.; Silva, K.N.N.; Darshani, M.M.G.; Dilrukshi, D.M.N.; Singharathne, S.M.S.J.M.; Lakmali, M.G.T.
(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 ...
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Mohamed, M.S.A.; Wathugala, D.L.; Indika, W.A.; Madushika, M.K.S.; Athula, Ginige
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)
Various issues in crop production and related industries pose significant impediments to economic growth and
food security in Sri Lanka. The key issue identified in the agriculture sector is the lack of access to relevant ...
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Palliyaguru, M.P.G.N.M.; Navaratne, C.M.; Wickramasinghe, D.D.; Nanayakkara, C.M.
(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 ...
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Obisesan, A.A.
(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 ...
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Herath, H.M.L.P.; Rajapakse, R.P.N.P.; Senanayake, D.M.J.B.; Senarathna, B.M.K.
(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, ...
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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 ...
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Herath, U.S.; Wickramasinghe, W.M.D.M.; Rankoth, L.M.; Egodawatta, W.C.P.
(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 ...
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Naseeha, N.F.; 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 ...
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Hettiarachchi, H.A.I.L.; Alwis, L.M.H.R.; Dharmarathna, T.T.D.
(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 ...
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Thilakshana, U.P.G.K.J.; Koralagama, D.N.
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)
Organizational culture is a key in developing traits and skills in business enterprises. Organizational culture
affects employee performance thereby the business success. Amidst many other models, Geert Hofstede
introduced ...
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Subashini, J.K.W.N.; Perera, P.I.P.; Jayawardana, K.V.G.L.M.C.; Nimantha, S.W.S.L.
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)
Due to the existing variability among the populations and the inability of meeting the current demand for planting
materials for large-scale cultivation, cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) requires a promising vegetative ...
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Bandara, M.M.N.T.; Dahanayake, N.; Perera, P.C.D.; Subasinghe, S.
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)
Conventionally, turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) is propagated through rhizomes. However, its multiplication rate is
very low where a single turmeric rhizome approximately produces 6-8 lateral buds and nearly 20-25% of the ...
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Wijekoon, W.M.C.D.; Ganehiarachchi, G.A.S.M.; Wegiriya, H.C.E.; Vidanage, S.P.
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)
Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) are considered the most serious insect pests in the fruit industry worldwide.
However, there are no sufficient studies and information on the pest severity and the dominance levels of ...