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• Convergence of Technologies in Agriculture (Keynote Speech) 

  Fernando, Sirimali (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)
• Insect virus: Disaster or Benefit to Human? 

  Wang, Dun (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Insect viruses play an important role in insect world as well as human. Viral diseases to insects cause tremendous loss in apiculture, silk production and ecosystem balance but benefit the crops when they are applied ...
• Effect of Capsicum frutescens L. (Solanaceae) Aqueous Pod Extract against Aphis craccivora (Homoptera: Aphididae) 

  Thakshila, W.A.K.; Premachandra, W.T.S.D.; Wickramasinghe, M.G.V. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  The present study highlights the effects of aqueous pod extract of Capsicum frutescens ("Kochchi") as a soil drench and foliar spray on host location, survival and reproduction of Aphis craccivora infesting Yard-long ...
• Efficacy of Selected Bacterial Antagonists (Burkholderia sp.) in Managing Colletotrichum truncation Infection off Chilli Fruits 

  Sandani, H.B.P.; Ranathunge, N.P.; Lakshman, P.L.N.; Weerakoon, W.M.W. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Anthracnose disease causes high yield losses in chilli mainly due to postharvest fruit decay. The disease affects fruit yield and quality; therefore, control measures have to be applied at the correct time. In a new ...
• Effects of Combination of Different Organic Manure and Inorganic Fertilizer on Nitrogen Availability and Modulation of Cowpea in Sandy Regosol 

  Hemananthy, T.; Premanandarajah, P.; Kanimoly, M. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  The use of manures, inorganic fertilizers and leguminous crops has been advocated to restore the lost nutrients in soils. Biological nitrogen fixation is considered as an important trait of cowpea for economic production. ...
• Efficacy of Thiram Seed Coating Concentrations and Pre-soaking Duration on Seedborne Fungal Pathogen, Curvularia sp. and Seed Vigor of Rice 

  Godakanda, A.R.; Gama-Arachchige, N.S.; Damunupola, J.W.; Abeysiriwardena, D.S.D.Z. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Fungicide coated seeds are beneficial against seed or soil borne pathogens in the very initial stage to minimize the indiscriminate use of chemicals for disease control in paddy fields. The present study investigated ...
• Is Parachute Method an Eco-Friendly Weed Management Method for Paddy? 

  Bandara, R.M.U.S.; Bentota, A.P.; Keerthisena, R.S.K.; Kumar, V.; Thilakasiri, K.R.; Abeysundara, M.D.; Pushpakumara, M.U.N.; Dissanayaka, H.M.M.K.K.H. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Weeds, affecting both quality and quantity of the production are recognized as the major biotic constraint in rice in Sri Lanka. The production losses incurred due to weeds have been estimated as 20%-40% (valued 200-400 ...
• Knowledge and Attitude among Vegetable Growers Regarding Pesticide Application: A Case Study in Matara District, Sri Lanka 

  Prasadi, G.C.; Wathugala, D.L. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  The present study was carried to understand the knowledge and attitude on pesticide application among commercial scale vegetable farmers in Matara District, Sri Lanka. Data were collected from a sample of fifty Brinjal ...
• Greener Agriculture and Environment through Genomic Selection of Livestock 

  Dematawewa, C.M.B. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Indisputable volumes of evidence are mounting to confirm the fact that climate change is occurring slowly but irreversibly. Agriculture has been recognized as a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas (GHG) ...
• Genetic Variation of Hunga Fish Ecomorphs in Selected Provinces in Sri Lanka 

  Hapuararchchi, I.; Hirimuthugoda, N.Y.; Perera, P.W.A.; Samaradiwakara, S.; Gunawardane, T. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Hunga is one of the most important fresh water fish species in Sri Lanka and is widely spread in Thailand, Miyanmar, Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Pakistan. This species is highly abundant in fresh water bodies throughout ...
• Effect of Two Methods of Colostrum Feeding on Cow and Calf Performance 

  Mayurawansha, W.R.A.S.; Senavirathne, B.A.D.T.L.; Disnaka, K.G.J.S.; Magamage, M.P.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Managing new born calves is a vital operation in daily farming, as they are going to be the future producers. Failure of passive transfer of immunity has caused around 15% to 25% pre-weaning calf mortality. Colostrum ...
• Estimation of Methane (CH4) Emission by Ruminants due to Enteric Fermentation -A Preliminary Study in Sri Lanka 

  Gamage, H.A.; Seresinhe, R.T.; Manawadu, A. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Methane emission of ruminants due to enteric fermentation is an important subcategory considered globally under the agriculture sector greenhouse gas emissions. A preliminary study was undertaken to estimate the CH4 ...
• Analysis of Milk Production Parameters of Crossbred Murrah Buffaloes in a Large-scale Buffalo Farm in Southern Sri Lanka 

  Gajaweera, C.J.; Wimalarathne, H.D.A.; Gamage, J.J.W.K.; Pathirana, I.N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Buffaloes are the second largest source of milk supply in Sri Lanka; however, studies have reported that buffalo farming operates below its potential. It is worth analyzing the status of buffalo production in regular ...
• Ammonia Emission Rates of Paddy Husk-based Broiler Litter Exposed to Different Artificial Lighting Environments 

  Senaratna, D.; Samarakone, T.S.; Gunawardena, W.W.D.A. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  High atmospheric ammonia is detrimental to poultry health. Objective of the study was to investigate the potential to reduce ammonia emissions (AE) from broiler litters by managing intensity of red light (RD). Light ...
• Body Condition Score and Locomotion Score Help to Predict Reproductive and Health Performances of Dairy Cattle Reared Under Intensive Management System in Sri Lanka 

  Ranasingha, V.M.; Madushanka, D.N.N.; Bandara, A.M.S.; Magamage, M.P.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  The reproductive performance and heath parameters of dairy herds have a significant effect on the farm economy. Body condition score (BCS) and locomotion score (LMS) have been used as performance indicators to assess ...
• Postpartum Performance of Dairy Cows in Response to Body Condition Score, Locomotion Score, Suckling and Postpartum Diseases in Up Country Large Farm in Sri Lanka 

  Muthumala, N.; Mayurawansha, W.R.A.S.; Gunawardhana, I.B.W.L.; Magamage, M.P.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Approaches for reducing prolong postpartum anestrus among the dairy cattle has become a focal point in modern dairies to maximize reproductive efficiency. This study determined the postpartum performance of cows based ...
• Effect of Two Bedding Systems on Udder Health Management of Dairy Cows 

  Madushanka, D.N.N.; Padmakumara, H.M.S.; Kumarasinghe, G.D.N.; Sanjeewa, M.P.K.; Magamage, M.P.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2017-01-19)

  Managing and maintaining of healthy udder of the dairy cows has a significant impact on farm economy. In intensive cattle farming, cows spend between 50% -65% of their time lying down. Bacteria in lying surface can be ...

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