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SELECTION OF BEST-FIT CMIP6 GCMS FOR THE PROJECTIONS OF FUTURE PRECIPITATION AND TEMPERATURE IN SRI LANKA

Gunathilaka, R.D.A.D.; Abeysingha, N.S.; Somaratne, E.D.T.; Islam, A (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Climate change refers to long-term variations in climate parameters. Significant long-term variation of climate parameters is referred to as climate change. Future climate information can be projected using General ...
AN INNOVATIVE METHOD FOR APPLICATION OF RICE HUSK ASH IN LOW LAND RICE CULTIVATION TO ENHANCE THE SOIL FERTILITY IN SRI LANKA

Perera, D.P.L.; Weerasooriya, G.V.T.V.; Amarasekara, M.G.T.S.; Kahandage, P.D. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Rice husk is an agricultural waste abundantly produced in the paddy milling process and contains a considerable amount of silica ash. Rice husk is industrially combusted under various temperatures for various purposes, ...
DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT, AND EVALUATION OF AN IOT-BASED AUTOMATED CENTRALIZED MUSHROOM GROWING MEDIA STERILIZATION UNIT

Wickramasooriya, H.G.S.C; Weerasooriya, G.V.T.V.; Kahandage, P.D.; Kosgollegedara, E.J.; Manawaduge, S.R. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Sterilizing the substrate is crucial in artificial mushroom cultivation. In the small-scale mushroom industry in Sri Lanka, a basic steel barrel apparatus is commonly used for this purpose. Despite having more advantages, ...
GROUNDWATER QUALITY FOR IRRIGATION IN RANPATHWILA CASCADE IN ANURADHAPURA DISTRICT OF SRI LANKA

Aarah, N.L.F.R.; Nirmanee, K.G.S.; Kumari, M.K.N.; Rodrigo, M.D.D. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

The Tank Cascade Systems (TCSs), located in dry and intermediate zones of Sri Lanka, are recognized as a globally important agricultural heritage System by the Food and Agriculture Organization. In dry zone where rainfall ...
DESIGN, FABRICATION AND EVALUATION OF IOT-BASED SOLAR DRYER FOR AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS

Anoof, M.I.A.; Kosgollegedara, E.J.; Kahandage, P.D.; Manawaduge, S.R. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

In pursuit of transitioning the food sector of Sri Lanka towards sustainability, this study advocates for the adoption of an Internet of Things (IoT)-based solar drying system, incorporating both direct and concentrated ...
ASSESSMENT OF PERFORMANCE OF ADOPTING AUTOMATED POLYTUNNEL SYSTEM FOR BELL PEPPER (Capsicum annuum L.)

Senarath, S.B.K.; Kosgollegedara, E.J.; Kahandage, P.D.; Manawaduge, S.R.; Ranasinghe, W.M.A.M. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Agricultural production in Sri Lanka faces challenges due to economic depression and climate change, especially impacting vulnerable socio-economic and environmental scenarios. To address these challenges, adopting ...
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF MECHANICAL LAND PREPARATION FOR RICE CULTIVATION: A CASE STUDY IN ANURADHAPURA DISTRICT, SRI LANKA

Senavirathna, D.R.L.S.K.; Kosgollegedara, E.J.; Kahandage, P.D.; Weerasooriya, G.V.T.V.; Manawaduge, S.R. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

In paving the way for future low-carbon mechanization in rice cultivation, a detailed analysis of machinery is essential, encompassing both mechanical and economic performance. The study aimed to assess the land preparation ...
DRYING CHARACTERISTICS AND QUALITY OF PADDY EXPOSED TO INFRARED RADIATION

Weerakoon, W.M.M.D.; Fernando, A.J. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Paddy is a vital staple food that provides the world's dietary energy supply, but its high moisture content challenges post-harvest management. Infrared radiation (IR) heating is a promising solution for drying paddy, with ...
IMPACT OF DRY AND WET CONDITIONS ON IRRIGATION WATER QUALITY OF BASAWAKKULAMA WEWA, NUWARA WEWA AND TISSA WEWA IN ANURADHAPURA

Anuththara, P.O.; Duminda, D.M.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Basawakkulama wewa, Nuwara wewa, and Tissa wewa are major drinking and irrigation water supplying reservoirs in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Frequent assessment of water quality is important for the sustainable management of ...
ANALYSIS OF SOIL EROSION SEVERITIES IN FORESTED, SEMI-FORESTED, AND BARE LAND IN THE CATCHMENT OF PROPOSED LOWER MALWATHU OYA RESERVOIR

Abeykoon, P.G.K.; Abeysingha, N.S.; Amarasekara, M.G.T.S.; Samarathunga, D. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Soil erosion often leads to siltation and a reduction in the capacity of reservoirs. A comprehensive study of soil erosion is vital to assess erosion rates across different land uses within the catchment area of the proposed ...
EVALUATION OF AN IOT-BASED INFRARED LEAF TEMPERATURE MEASUREMENT SYSTEM

Wickramarachchi, M.R.; Geekiyanage, N.; Fernando, A.J.; Gunarathna, M.H.J.P. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Accurate measurement of leaf temperature is required for inferring the complicated relationships among internal energy, physiological conditions, and external factors. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of an ...
IDENTIFICATION OF GROUNDWATER RECHARGE POTENTIAL ZONES USING GEOSPATIAL TECHNIQUES: A CASE STUDY IN MULLAITIVU DISTRICT IN SRI LANKA

Thulasika, T.; Nirmanee, K.G.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Sustainable management of groundwater resources are crucial for ensuring the well-being and development of communities, particularly in arid regions like the Mullaitivu District. This research aimed to identify and map ...
EFFECT OF DIFFERENT WAVELENGTHS OF LIGHT EMITTING DIODES ON HARVESTED WATER SPINACH (Ipomoea aquatica Forsk.)

Loordhumary, A.; Fernando, A.J.; Geekiyanage, N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Light emitting diode (LED) technology is explored as a potential solution to extend the shelf life and maintaining the quality of leafy vegetables. Water spinach (Ipomoea aquatica Forsk.) is a widely consumed leafy vegetable ...
ASSESSMENT OF THE IMPACTS OF CATCHMENT AREA REHABILITATION OF MAMUNUGAMA TANK CASCADE SYSTEM

Wijekoon, W.M.C.L.; Abeysingha, N.S.; Dissanayake, S.P.; Sulochana, E.I.E. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Tank Cascade Systems (TCS) in the dry zone of Sri Lanka play a key role in agricultural productivity, water availability and socio-economic significance. This study was conducted to assess the impacts of catchment area ...
EVALUATION OF MICROPLASTIC CONTAMINATION AND THEIR EFFECT ON SOIL PROPERTIES IN POLYTHENE MULCHING PRACTICED SOILS IN SRI LANKA

Bimsara, J.P.P.; Gimhani, T.D.M.; Dias, P.A.M.; Thennakoon, T.M.D.N.; Madhuranga, H.P.N.; Ariyarathne, W.M.T.P.; Jones, D.L.; Chadwick, D.R.; Chathurika, J.A.S.; Duminda, D.M.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Polythene mulching has become a widespread agricultural practice in Sri Lanka, significantly impacting soil health and the ecosystem. This study was carried out to analyse the level of contamination of microplastics in ...
ASSESSMENT OF SOIL EROSION IN THE CLOSER CATCHMENT OF THE PROPOSED LOWER MALWATHU OYA RESERVOIR USING INVEST SDR MODEL

Ekanayaka, H.B.G.D.M.P; Abeysingha, N.S; Amarasekara, M.G.T.S.; Samarathunga, D. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Soil erosion poses a significant environmental and socio-economic threat, impacting agricultural productivity and water quality. To prioritize soil conservation areas for sustainable land management, quantitative and spatial ...
IMPACT OF DRY AND WET CONDITIONS ON IRRIGATION WATER QUALITY OF BASAWAKKULAMA WEWA, NUWARA WEWA AND TISSA WEWA IN ANURADHAPURA

Anuththara, P.O.; Duminda, D.M.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Basawakkulama wewa, Nuwara wewa, and Tissa wewa are major drinking and irrigation water supplying reservoirs in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka. Frequent assessment of water quality is important for the sustainable management of ...
ASSESSMENT OF SPORE MULTIPLICATION ABILITY AND IN-VITRO EFFICACY OF LOCALLY ISOLATED ARBUSCULAR MYCORRHIZAL FUNGI ON MUNG BEAN YIELD IMPROVEMENT

Bogoda, D.T.; Jayaneththi, J.P.H.U.; Priyadarshani, T.D.C.; Balasuriya, A. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Arbuscular Mycorrhizae Fungi (AMF) is a symbiont fungus that penetrates the cortical cells of the roots of a vascular plant forming arbuscules. This study was conducted to evaluate the spore multiplication (SM) ability of ...
ENHANCING COMPOST QUALITY WITH MICROBIAL AMELIORATORS

Guruge, S.M.; Jayaneththi, J.P.H.U.; Nayanarangani, M.D.P.; Dissanayaka, D.M.S.H. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Incorporating microbial ameliorators (MAs) presents a viable approach to improving compost quality. This study aimed to enhance compost quality with MAs. The experiment was conducted at the Faculty of Agriculture farm at ...
EFFECT OF DIFFERENT ORGANIC FERTILIZER PRACTICES ON CARBON AND NITROGEN DYNAMICS IN COCONUT GROWING SOILS IN SRI LANKA

Harshani, K.G.D.; Dissanayake, D.M.P.D.; Duminda, D.M.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Organic coconut farming has been boosted recently in Sri Lanka due to the exorbitant prices of inorganic fertilizers and attractive prices for organic coconut products. However, limited studies explored the impact of ...

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