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GROWTH PERFORMANCES AND GRAIN YIELD RESPONSE OF RICE VARIETIES (Oryza sativa L.) ESTABLISHED AT DIFFERENT SEED BROADCASTING RATES IN IRRIGATED FIELDS OF LOW COUNTRY DRY ZONE OF SRI LANKA

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 ...
Identifying high-performing seedling teas in Passara, sri lanka

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 ...
Ms productivity and profitability analysis of cauliflower as sole and intercropping with red amaranth and radish leafy vegetable

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 ...
The effect of hydrogen peroxide treatment on functional properties of paddy husk biochar and its application for wastewater treatment

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 ...
Assessment of thermal comfort of broiler birds in warm - humid climate

Munonye, J.O.; Munonye, C.C.; Esiegwu, A.C. (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 ...
Bioconversion performances of black soldier fly larvae (hermetia illucens l. diptera: stratiomyidae) on selected organic substrates

Nallakumar, G.; Fernando, K.M.C. (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 chronic exposure of cadmium on growth performance, bioaccumulation and hematological parameters of genetically improved farmed tilapia

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 ...
THE STATUS OF Bactrocera dorsalis AS AN EMERGING PREDOMINANT PEST IN THE COMMERCIAL FRUIT INDUSTRY IN SRI LANKA

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

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 ...
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, 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 ...
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, H.M.A.S.B.; Senanayake, D.M.J.B.; Rathnathunga, E.U.U.; 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 ...
COMPARATIVE STUDIES ON NUTRITIONAL AND FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES OF SELECTED TRADITIONAL RICE VARIETIES IN SRI LANKA

Jayadewa, C.T.; Chiranthika, N.N.G.; Gunathilake, K.D.P.P. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023)

Non-communicable diseases are chronic metabolic diseases increasing rapidly around the world. Evaluation of natural food sources in terms of controlling or preventing non-communicable diseases is an immerging research ...
DEVELOPMENT OF IN-VITRO PROTOCOL TO ENHANCE MASS PRODUCTION OF TURMERIC (Curcuma longa L.)

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 ...
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, D.W.L.U.; Bandara, W.A.A.M.; Dilhani, E.V.D.; Sadaruwan, K.P.G.L. (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 ...
PRODUCTION OF PLANT-BASED MILK FROM LOCAL ALMOND NUTS (Terminalia catappa L.) AND EVALUATION OF ITS SENSORY AND NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES

Samarasinghe, S.P.A.K.; Chandimala, U.R.; Gunathilake, D.M.C.C. (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 ...
Nutritional knowledge and consumption pattern of fruits: a context of Sri Lankan mothers

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 ...
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, 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, ...
Investigation of factors affecting the rapid detection of agarwood formation in aquilaria crassna by near-infrared spectroscopy

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 ...
DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEM ENABLED DIGITAL MOBILE PLATFORM TO ASSIST FARMERS TOWARDS AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION SUSTAINABILITY IN SRI LANKA

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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