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DEVELOPMENT OF A PLANT-BASED OMEGA-3-RICH FAT SPREAD

Ilankoon, I.M.C.M.; Thilakarathna, H.R.M.G.C.; Senadheera, S.P.A.S.; Weerakoon, H.T.W.; Kumari, D.W.M.M.M. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Omega-3, an anti-inflammatory essential fatty acid, significantly reduces cardiovascular disease risk. This study aimed to develop a plant-based fat spread rich in omega-3 using flaxseed, sesame, and peanuts, fulfilling ...
EFFECT OF CONCENTRATION, TEMPERATURE, AND pH ON ENRICHING DEGREE OF THE BIOACTIVE COMPOUNDS INTO RICE

Wijegunasekara, D.N.; Thilakarathna, H.R.M.G.C.; Ranasinghe, P.; Navaratne, S.B. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Bioactive compounds in plants with antioxidant activities (AOAs) are important to mitigate the chronic diseases that emerge due to oxidative stress. This study aimed to find the effect of pH, concentration and temperature ...
DEVELOPMENT AND QUALITY EVALUATION OF VALUE-ADDED READY-TO-SERVE AMLA (Emblica offcinalis) BEVERAGE

Thilakarathne, J.K.Y.P.; Thilakarathna, H.R.M.G.C.; Balapitiya, V. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Amla is a seasonal underutilized fruit with a high nutritional profile. This study aimed to develop a ready-to-serve (RTS) beverage utilizing Amla fruit pulp, water, sugar, citric acid and carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) as ...
PREVALENCE OF EXTENDED SPECTRUM β-LACTAMASE-PRODUCING Klebsiella STRAINS IN COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE DAIRY PRODUCTS

Weeragalle, W.A.P.P.; Pathirana, A.P.D.G.; Thilakarathna, H.R.M.G.C.; Kumari, D.W.M.M.M.; Kumari, M.V.I. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Implementing intensive hygienic practices is essential in the dairy industry because it can be contaminated with numerous pathogens. Klebsiella is one of the major pathogenic bacteria responsible for contaminating dairy ...
PRESENT STORAGE PRACTICES AND AFLATOXIN CONTAMINATION OF MAIZE (Zea mays L.) IN MAJOR MAIZE-PRODUCING AREAS IN ANURADHAPURA DISTRICT

Senavirathna, S.P.M.P.D.B.; Dissanayake, C.A.K.; Jayasundara, G.; Kumari, D.W.M.M.M.; Chamara, H.K.B.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

The study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of postharvest handling and hygiene practices in mitigating pest infestation, pathogens, and aflatoxin contamination across different storage conditions in major maize-producing ...
PRESENT STATUS OF POSTHARVEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OF MANGOSTEEN (Garcinia mangostana) IN SRI LANKA

Sasanka, T.H.S.; Dissanayake, C.A.K. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana) is an economically significant, seasonal fruit which is having good export potential. Mangosteens are distributed from grower to consumer through the supply chain via supply chain actors ...
DEVELOPMENT OF SOY WHEY-BASED BEVERAGES

Mudunna, M.M.R.N.; Senadheera, S.P.A.S.; Weerakoon, H.T.W.; Dissanayake, C.A.K.; Kumari, D.W.M.M.M. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Soy whey, a nutritious by-product is discarded during the manufacturing of tofu. Thus, the study aimed to develop beverages using soy whey. Non-fermented beverages (NFB) from concentrated and non-concentrated soy whey ...
EFFECTIVENESS OF DIFFERENT WASHING AGENTS IN REMOVING PESTICIDE RESIDUES FROM GOTU KOLA (Centella asiatica)

Maitipe, R.A.; Thilakarathna, H.R.M.G.C.; Sirisena, U.G.A.I.; Gunawardhana, C.R. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Human health is severely affected by the persistence of hazardous pesticide residues in agricultural food crops. This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of different washing agents, aqueous extract of guava leaf ...
EVALUATION OF DIFFERENT TECHNIQUES FOR REMOVING BITTERNESS IN JACKFRUIT (Artocarpus heterophyllus) SEEDS

Madushika, E.H.D.T.; Dissanayake, C.A.K. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Jackfruit seeds are nutritious yet underutilized. This study explored the methods to reduce bitterness in jackfruit seeds which limits further processing. Soaking, roasting, steaming, and boiling treatments with different ...
EFFECT OF PACKAGING METHODS ON EXTENDING THE SHELF LIFE OF 1-METHYLCYCLOPROPENE (1-MCP) TREATED TJC MANGO (Mangifera indica)

Madhushanee, K.V.S.U.; Wasala, W.M.C.B.; Dissanayake, C.A.K. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Cultivar TJC, is a popular mango variety with huge potential in local and export markets due to its high quality. However, it faces challenges due to short shelf life. This study aimed to extend the shelf life of ...
DEVELOPMENT OF A HERBAL PORRIDGE INCORPORATING AYURVEDIC HERBS RICH IN ANTI-AGING PROPERTIES

Jayawardhana, J.T.L.; Thilakarathna, H.R.M.G.C; Gunawardhana, C.R.; Gunathilake, A.N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

An attempt was made to expose a dietary solution for aging issues by formulating a porridge that incorporated with Ayurvedic herbs; Hathawariya, Pita sudu sarana, Ashwagandha, and Turmeric. Initially, Hathawariya and Pita ...
DEVELOPMENT OF A READY TO SERVE FLAVOURED COFFEE BEVERAGE

Jayasinghe, Y.A.N.T.; Induruwa, I.V.A.D.C.S.; Dissanayake, C.A.K. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Coffee is one of the most commonly consumed beverages in the world. However, flavour incorporated coffee beverages are less common in the world market. Therefore, a was conducted to develop ready-to-Serve flavoured coffee ...
DEVELOPMENT OF SPICE-FLAVOURED GOAT MILK MOZZARELLA CHEESE TO ELIMINATE THE MUSKY FLAVOUR OF GOAT MILK

Amarakoon, T.H.; Edirisinghe, E.M.R.K.B.; Weerasinghe, W.V.V.R. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Goat milk, known for its low allergenicity, exceptional digestibility, and rich nutrient profile, faces declining demand due to its undesirable musky flavour and aroma. This study explores the development of spice-flavoured ...
ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY OF INTEGRATING CATTLE AND WATER BUFFALO INTO UNDERUTILIZED PASTURES UNDER COCONUT CULTIVATIONS IN NORTHWESTERN PROVINCE IN SRI LANKA

Yahalewaththa, T.D.; Atapattu, A.A.A.J.; Nuwarapaksha, T.D.; Ekanayake, W.E.M.L.J.; Weerasooriya, S.A.; Nayananjalie, W.A.D. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

This study aimed to explore the economic feasibility of integrating cattle and water buffalo, with underutilized coconut pastures in Northwestern province of Sri Lanka. To achieve this objective, average dry matter yields ...
UTILIZATION OF DISTILLERY WASTE AS AN INGREDIENT OF LACTATING CATTLE FEED

Seneviratne, T.S.; Thilakarathna, H.R.M.G.C.; Somasiri, S.C. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Toddy Spent Wash (TSW) is the waste generated during the distillation of alcohol from toddy. The percentages of dissolved organic and inorganic nutrients are relatively higher in TSW. While beer pulp, a by-product of brewing ...
GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF SANDFISH (Holothuria scabra) JUVENILES FED WITH DIFFERENT PLANT-BASED DIETS DURING THE INDOOR NURSERY PHASE

Rupasinghe, W.A.C.K.; Wathsala, R.H.G.R.; Priyan, P.A.D.D.A.; Walpita, W.D.L.P.; Anojan, A.; Dissanayake, D.C.T. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

The growing demand and attractive prices are accelerating the overuse of high-value sandfish (Holothuria scabra) have led to overexploitation worldwide. Consequently, farming sandfish has become essential for providing a ...
EFFECT OF PHYTOCHEMICALS ON GROWTH PERFORMANCES, SERUM PARAMETERS AND NUTRIENT DIGESTIBILITY OF BROILERS UNDER HEAT STRESS

Perera, K.G.N.S.; Kumari, M.A.A.P.; Nayananjalie, W.A.D. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Implementing strategies to deal with heat stress on local broilers is crucial. A study was undertaken to examine the effects of dietary supplemental phytochemicals on the performance of broilers under heat stress. Two ...
EFFECT OF PRE-SLAUGHTER FACTORS ON LIVE WEIGHT LOSSES IN BROILER CHICKENS

Jayawardana, R.A.N.R.; Kumari, M.A.A.P.; Chathuranga, T.G.S. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

The study aimed to evaluate the effects of pre-slaughter factors; transport duration, crate stocking density, lairage holding duration, and their interactions on live weight losses of broiler birds. A total of 1425, ...
MOLECULAR DETECTION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF Anaplasma spp. IN SHEEP AND EVALUATING THE CORRELATION BETWEEN OVINE ANAPLASMOSIS AND CYTOKINE INTERFERON-GAMMA

Attanayake, K.M.M.S.; Anupama, N.M.T.; Adikari, A.M.J.B. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Anaplasmosis in sheep is caused by intraerythrocytic bacteria and the infected sheep exhibit symptoms such as elevated temperature, respiratory and cardiac irregularities, anaemia, weight loss, and jaundice. The present ...
PLASTIC WASTE GENERATION IN RURAL COMMUNITIES – CASE STUDY IN KANDALAMA AND SIGIRIYA

Wimalasooriya, W.M.I.G.A.S.; Premarathne, N.M.K.C. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Generation of plastic waste in rural tourist hotspots in Sri Lanka has been increased due to the expansion of tourism industry. The plastic waste generation details, plastic waste disposal behaviour in Sigiriya and Kandalama ...

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