• EFFECT OF DIFFERENT PLANTING METHODS ON PLANT GROWTH, GRAIN YIELD AND SEED QUALITY OF VARIETIES OF FINGER MILLET (ELEUSINE CORACANA) 

  Prashalini, S.; Pradheeban, L.; Rajeshkanna, S. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  Finger millet is a climate resilient rainfed crop; its production remains low due to the varietal selection and poor establishment methods. A field experiment was conducted during the Yala season of 2023 at Agriculture ...
• QUANTIFYING SOIL MOISTURE LEVELS THROUGH SATELLITE AND DRONE-BASED REMOTE SENSING FOR ENHANCED CROP WATER USE EFFICIENCY 

  Raza, A.; Asim, M.; Ahmed, M.M.; Iftikhar, H. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  Precision agriculture is a technology-driven approach, integrating ad- vanced methods such as Variable-Rate Irrigation (VRI) systems and remote sensing technologies, to optimize farming practices. This study explores the ...
• CALLUS INDUCTION OF SELECTED TOMATO (LYCOPERSICON ESCULENTUM L.) VARIETIES USING ANTHER CULTURE TECHNOLOGY 

  Chandrasiri, Y.G.G.H.; Lakmali, H.M.R.P.; Kumari, H.M.P.S.; Kirthisinghe, J.P. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  The study aimed to expedite plant breeding programs in Solanaceae through double haploid plant production using anther culture in selected tomato vari- eties. The experiment involved callus induction in culture bottles ...
• LEVERAGING AI AND MACHINE LEARNING FOR SUSTAINABLE URBAN WETLAND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: INSIGHT FROM A WETLAND CONSERVATION LENS 

  Diwyanjalee, G.R.; Bellanthudawa, B. K. A. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  The critical advancements in sustainable water resource management and associated challenges utilize diverse methodologies, including machine learning and innovative approaches, to address the complex dynamics of water ...
• DEVELOPMENT OF AN EASY-TO-USE DOSAGE FORM FROM FRESH GINGER RHIZOME (ZINGIBER OFFICINALE) 

  Rajapaksha, S.D.; Dahanayake, J.M. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  Ginger (Zingiber officinale) has been widely used in Ayurveda and Chi- nese medicine and has been commonly used as a spice from ancient times. In Sri Lanka, ginger is cultivated as a commercial crop hence there is an ...
• YOUTHS’ PERSPECTIVES ON USING A SMART FOOD WASTE ACCELERATOR FOR A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE IN COLOMBO, SRI LANKA 

  Zeron Anas, N.J.; Asam, N.J.M. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  As a part of the initiative called Youth Leadership for Climate Action (YLCA), which is carried out by Biodiversity Sri Lanka (BSL) and funded by the British Council to develop young people into community leaders in ...
• UTILIZATION OF BROILER SLAUGHTERHOUSE WASTEWATER SLUDGE TO FORMULATE LOW-COST POST- LARVAL SHRIMP FEED FOR PENAEUS MONODON 

  Dias, H.A.V.G.; Saparamadu, P.V.D.R.M.; Sandatharaka, K.M.; Andrew, M.S.; Gamage, H.G.C.L. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  The shrimp industry in Sri Lanka is a vital contributor to export earnings, but faces challenges due to the rising cost of shrimp feed ingredients. A sustainable solution is being explored, which involves repurposing ...
• SUSTAINABLE SEEDLING BLOCK PRODUCTION THROUGH THE INTEGRATION OF TEA PROCESSING WASTE AND ORGANIC MATERIALS 

  Senarath, M.M.T.P.; Gamlath, P.R.I.N.; Rajapaksha, D.S.W.; Upendr, H.F.L. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  The purpose of this study is to utilize waste tea from tea processing indus- tries to prepare seedling blocks incorporating other organic materials. Refused tea waste was obtained from a leading commercial tea factory ...
• EFFECT OF GLYCERINE TREATMENT ON THE MECHANICAL STRENGTH OF BANANA LEAVES TO BE USED IN FOOD PACKAGING 

  Kalina, S.; Kapilan, R.; Wickramasinghe, I.; Navaratne, S.B. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  The pollution is a major drawback in the conservation of natural ecosys- tems, especially the aquatic habitats. One of the main causes behind this is the plastic items that are used as single-used food packing. The ...
• SYNERGISTIC NEXUS OF GEOTHERMAL ENERGY AND CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION; A SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW 

  Ranweera, D.M.T.L.; Nethmi, A.G.A.N.; Siyambalapitiya, D.N.; Rajakaruna, P.N.; Dissanayake, O.D.I.P.; Bellanthudawa, B.K.A. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  The growing concern over climate change has prompted an intensified ex- amination of sustainable energy sources, and geothermal energy is a promising can- didate in this regard. This sustainable energy source, derived ...
• EVALUATION OF EFFECTIVE MICROORGANISMS AND VERMITEA TECHNOLOGY TO REDUCE CHEMICAL FERTILIZER USE ON FODDER CULTIVATION 

  Nayananjalie, W.A.D.; Perera, P.W.A.; Premala, G.G.C.; Thelaksan, T. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  The study aimed to evaluate the growth and yield performance of premier fodder varieties grown with reduced inorganic fertilizer with effective microorgan- isms (EM) and Vermi products (VP). The experiment was carried ...
• EFFICACY OF DIFFERENT PRETREATMENTS ON PARTHENIUM HYSTEROPHORUS L. TO ENHANCE CELLULOSE RECOVERY FROM THE LIGNOCELLULOSIC BIOMASS 

  Niranjan, K.; Kapilan, R.; Yapa, P.N. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  This study was aimed to select a cost-effective pretreatment for aggressive colonizer Parthenium hysterophorus in order to utilize the lignocellulosic biomass for the production of cellulosic bioethanol. Deploying diverse ...
• DNA BARCODING: PREPARATION OF RBCL AND MATK GENOME REGIONS OF JEFFREYCIA ZEYLANICA (L.) H. ROB., S.C. KEELEY & SKVARLA (ASTERACEAE) 

  Wimalaweera, R.T.N.; Ranathunge, T. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  Jeffreycia zeylanica (L.) H. Rob., S. C. Keeley & Skvarla, is an endemic Sri Lankan medicinal plant which is commonly observed within the tank cascade systems of Sri Lanka. Recent studies have shown that it contains ...
• REMOTE MEASUREMENT OF ABOVEGROUND BIOMASS, PLANT HEIGHT AND LEAF MOISTURE IN RICE (ORYZA SATIVA L.) USING SENTINEL-2 SATELLITE IMAGERY 

  Liyanage, M.L.M.A.; Salgadoe, A.S.A.; Dharmaratne, P.P.; Crabbe, R.A. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is a staple crop in Asian countries. Plant parameters, such as above-ground biomass, leaf moisture and plant height are important indicators in rice crop monitoring. The objective of this study was ...
• VEGETATION SURVEY OF RESTORED WETLANDS IN CALIFORNIA CENTRAL VALLEY, USING UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLES (UAV) IMAGERY 

  Madurapperuma, B.D.; Kahara, S.N.; Hernandez, K.B.; Scaroni, L.; Paredes, E.J.; Nijamir, K.; Kuruppuarachchi, K.A.J.M. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  Recent advances in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) have led to monitor- ing vegetation changes in restored wetlands using object-based image analysis (OBIA) and spectral indices in remote sensing. The objective of the ...
• ISOLATION AND IDENTIFICATION OF ROCK PHOSPHATE SOLUBILIZING BACTERIA FROM A PINE FOREST SOIL CULTURE 

  Pathirage, K.L.; Bandara, P.K.G.S.S.; Yapa, P.I.; Bandara, R.; Magamage, M.P.S.; Senevirathne, W.S.M. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  Phosphorus (P) is one of the essential plant nutrients which is required to be abundant for plant growth and production. Plant-available P depends highly on the soil pH level. Under alkaline conditions, it becomes ...
• DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF AN OPEN ACCESS ECO-INFORMATICS PLATFORM FOR BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION AND ECOSYSTEM MANAGEMENT 

  Withanachchi, W.U. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  Eco-informatics plays a vital role in ecological research, biodiversity con- servation, and sustainable ecosystem management. It is a combination of information technology and environmental science. This framework enables ...
• BIOFERTILIZER USAGE FOR SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE - REVIEW OF CHALLENGES AND STRATEGIES 

  Weerakoon, W.M.R.W.; Pitawala, H.M.T.G.A.; Suriyagoda, L.D.B. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  Ever increasing demand for food essentially increases the volume of ferti- lizer application globally in the agricultural sector. At present, the annual global con- sumption of chemical fertilizer in agriculture amounts ...
• ADVANCING ECOLOGICAL CONSCIOUSNESS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY: UTILISING ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE BRICKS TO PROMOTE A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE 

  Sabri, I.L.M.; Sabrina, M.H.F.; Thahyeena, A.N.F. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  The production of conventional bricks has historically been a fundamental aspect of the construction industry. The clay mining in Thaulla area of village tanks have some devastating impacts on the sustainability of the ...
• EFFECTS OF GAMMA IRRADIATION ON YIELD CHARACTERISTICS OF GROUNDNUT 

  Thenuja, M.; Sutharsan, S.; Rifnas, L.M. (Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2023-12-19)

  Groundnut is a key field crop in the tank cascade systems of in the dry zone of Sri Lanka. It is a main source of protein and a source of income for smallholder farmers. Groundnut has little diversity and self-pollinates. ...

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