• Application of Garlic (Allium sativum) extract as biodegradable edible coating to maintain the quality and to extend the shelf life of Tomatoes 

  Yanenthini, S.; Mahendran, T. (2021-04-07)

  Postharvest technology has been key to maintain and extend the shelf life of perishables and reduce food losses. Garlic has been used for a long time as a spice and traditional medicine. That contains allicin, which ...
• Determination of nutritional composition of four banana varieties available in Sri Lanka 

  Mallawaarachchi, M.A.L.N.; Somachandra, K.P.; Costa, M.D.D. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Banana (Musa spp.) is a widely grown and consumed semi perennial fruit crop in Sri Lanka. There are nearly thirty varieties of banana grown throughout the country either as dessert fruit or as cooking banana. However, ...
• Comparison of iced tea types in Sri Lanka and Australia 

  Wettimuny, D.; Wickramasinghe, I. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Iced tea industry is a popular industry around the world. Australia is a country with high consumer demand for iced tea and a variety of iced tea categories. As a country that has cultivated tea in abundance, Sri Lanka ...
• Quality analysis of commercially available selected bottled drinking water samples in Jaffna distric 

  Nitharshana, R.; Sarathadevi, R.; Vasantharuba, S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Bottle water is a great beverage choice for hydration and refreshment because it's consistent quality, safety, and convenience. Quality of safe drinking water refers to physicochemical and microbiological parameters ...
• Enrichment of iron into rice using natural raw materials 

  Bandara, M.M.D.L.; Wansapala, M.A.J. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  This study was progressed to identify the potential of producing iron enriched rice using natural raw materials with the aim of overcoming the high prevalence of iron deficiency in Sri Lanka. Initially four improved ...
• Biofilm formation of mono and dual Bacterial Species (Escherichia coli and Salmonella) on different food contact surfaces 

  Nadishani, H.C.; Pathiranage, S.U.; Hasintha, K.V.D.M.; Madushanka, D.N.N.; Randika, J.L.P.C.; Jayaweera, T.S.P.; Ruwandeepika, H.A.D. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Biofilms are microbial associations as communities on a biotic or abiotic surface by secretion of matrix where they thrive in stressful environments. These communities can be formed by single species or by multiple ...
• Sustainable utilization of crude rice bran wax for the development of lipid-based edible coatings 

  Jayawardena, L.S.; Wijesekara, K.B.; Chandrasiri, M.H.T.K.; Gangodavila, N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Rice bran wax is a byproduct of rice bran oil refining process in Sri Lanka, which is also used as a feed of cattle and as a raw material for candle production although it has many nutrients for known health benefits. ...
• Production of natural microbial colouring pigments by Monascus perpures in Sri Lankan rice varieties 

  Paranawithanage, C.M.; Abeygunawardena, S.I.; Amarakoon, R. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Colouring agents are essential food additives used in the food industry and natural colouring agents have a high commercial value. Production of natural colouring agents from microorganisms is advantageous because they ...
• Study on physicochemical properties of selected edible oils available in Sri Lankan local market 

  Madushani, R.V.C.; Sandarekha, K.A.S.M.; Wijesinghe, W.A.J.P.; Wedamulla, N.E.; Wijerama, H.J.K.S.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Olive (OO), sunflower (SO) and palm oil (PO) are three different types of highly demanded oils available in Sri Lankan local market with multivariate functions. The present study aimed to evaluate the quality parameters ...
• Stability of bioactive compounds available in Bapoca monnieri under different processing techniques 

  Nandasiri, A.G.W.J.; Wansapala, A.M.J. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  The plant, Bacopa monnieri (L.) Pennell has traditionally utilized as herbal remedies to cure various ailments under different processing techniques, even though the availability of bioactive compounds has not been ...
• Relationship between phytochemical changes and colour development in Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) fruit during ripening 

  Pushpakumari, Nimali J.; Dissanayake, P.K. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is major dietary source of antioxidant such as lycopene, total carotene and ascorbic acid. Lycopene is a bright red carotenoid pigment and most potent antioxidant among dietary carotenoids. ...
• Physiology and enzymology in acetic acid bacteria 

  Toyama, Hirohide (2021-05-07)

  Acetic acid bacteria (AAB) are a group of aerobic bacteria, including a vinegar producer. In the twentieth century, basic research on the taxonomic study of AAB and on biochemical study for the unique oxidative reactions ...
• Public perception and awareness of livestock welfare: A survey among the village community in Balangoda Sri Lanka 

  Bandara, R.M.A.S.; Madumali, K.A.D.I.; Bandara, K.M.S.N.; Rajapaksha, R.M.C.R.; Uduwawithana, N.D.; Wijesundara, W.M.L.K.K. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Animal welfare is an emerging phenomenon, and relatively a new field to the livestock sector in Sri Lanka. The current study aims to provide a better insight into perception and awareness of livestock welfare among ...
• Effect of a grass mixture on the production performance of mid lactation dairy cows 

  Jothirathna, M.W.H.H; Weerasinghe, W.M.P.B.; Seresinhe, T.; Manawadu, A.; Maheepala, M.B.P.K. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  In the present study, the changes in the feed intake, milk yield and composition of mid lactation dairy cows under two nutritional regimes [roadside grasses (R) vs. roadside grasses + sugar graze (RS)] were evaluated ...
• Effect of transport distance on pre-slaughter stress, efficacy of water bath stunning and meat quality in broiler chickens 

  Senanayake, S.M.A.N.S.; Bandara, R.M.A.S.; Samarakone, T.S.; Premasiri, M.W.R.C.; Kavinda, Dumindu M.H.; Bandara, A.J.M.A.D. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Effective stunning of broiler chickens before slaughtering reduces the pain and suffering and improves welfare significantly. The objectives of this study were to assess the effect of transport distance on pre-slaughter ...
• Detection of mycoplasma from Goat lungs collected from Abattoir samples 

  Paramanathan, T.; Karunanayake, M.; Wijesundera, R.R.M.K.K.; Jinadasa, H.R.N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Respiratory diseases are a major cause of death in goat kids and decreased productivity in older goats. Several Mycoplasma species cause respiratory diseases in goats. Respiratory Mycoplasma infections have not been ...
• Pre-slaughter stress conditions, efficacy of electrical water bath stunning, and meat quality of broiler chickens reared in opened houses and closed houses 

  Kavinda, Dumindu M.H.; Samarakone, Thusith; Bandara, R.M.A.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Avoiding pain or suffering during the process of slaughter is important to ensure the welfare of animals. This study was conducted to identify the effects of two different housing systems on pre-slaughter stress, ...
• Perception and awareness of animal welfare related to meat consumption amongst the students in the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka 

  Udayanga, T.G.T.; Kapuarachchi, K.K.S.; Bandara, R.M.A.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Animal welfare is an emerging area in whole over the world, and it is not well established in the current education system in Sri Lanka. Thus, we assume that most people do not have a clear picture about the welfare ...
• Evaluation of public perception on Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Larvae (BSFL) production domestically as a substitute for fish meal in Ratnapura district 

  Ellawidana, E.W.D.M.; Perera, R.N.N.; Lakmini, P.K.; Priyadarshana, M.K.C. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  Marine overexploitation to produce quality fish meal to meet the increasing livestock feed demand is threaten to the natural resource sustainability. Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL; Hermetia illucens) as non-pest, is ...
• Management practices adopted by dairy farmers during milking and transportation in the Jaffna district, Sri Lanka 

  Susruthan, V.; Sinniah, J. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2021-05-07)

  This study focused on investigating the milking management practices adopted by dairy farmers in four major milk collecting organizations of the Jaffna district in Sri Lanka. The study was carried out from February ...

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