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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 ...
ADOPTION OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES BY COCONUT GROWERS IN THE KURUNEGALA DISTRICT OF SRI LANKA

Wimalasena, C.G.S.L.; Karalliyadda, S.M.C.B.; Dissanayaka, D.M.N.S.; Atapattu, Anjana J. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

n Sri Lanka, coconut production has been a significant source of direct and indirect livelihoods, offering economic and social benefits. Through decades of research, Sustainable Agricultural Practices (SAPs) have been ...
A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF DETERMINANTS AND ECONOMIC VIABILITY OF DIFFERENT CROPPING INTENSITY MODELS IN SELECTED CASCADE AREAS IN SRI LANKA

Subasinghe, H.M.N.B.; Wijesundara, W.M.G.D.; Ginigaddara, G.A.S.; Kodithuwakku, A.N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Evaluating the economic viability of the cropping intensity (CI) models will help farmers identify the economically effective ones for higher economic returns. Therefore, this investigation was made to identify the economic ...
THE ROLE OF SOCIAL CAPITAL IN ENHANCING HOUSEHOLD RESILIENCE TO CLIMATE CHANGE: A CASE STUDY IN THE THUDUWAKKAIKULAM CASCADED TANK VILLAGE SYSTEM, SRI LANKA

Sivapalan, L.; Lankapura, A.I.Y.; Kodithuwakku, A.N.; Premarathne, N.M.K.C. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Climate change significantly impacts agriculture in Sri Lanka's dry zone, adversely affecting agrarian communities. The Cascaded Tank Village Systems (CTVS) serve as adaptive measures to these climate challenges; however, ...
CARBON SEQUESTRATION POTENTIAL OF HOME GARDENS IN RESETTLEMENT AREAS: A CASE STUDY OF RESETTLED VILLAGES IN VAVUNIYA DISTRICT IN SRI LANKA.

Silva, L.D.R.; Ginigaddara, G.A.S.; Kodithuwakku, A.N.; Wejesundara, W.M.M.G.D. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Home gardening is a traditional agroforestry system that significantly mitigates climate change through carbon sequestration. Therefore, this study evaluated the potential role of home gardening systems in reducing the ...
YOUTH ASPIRATIONS IN THE TEA PLANTATION SECTOR: THE CASE OF RAGALA ESTATE, SRI LANKA

Silva, G.P.N.M.; Karalliyadda, S.M.C.B. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

This research explores the aspirations of youth in the Ragala Estate, Nuwara Eliya, examining influencing factors, challenges, and opportunities in their pursuit of aspirations. Data were collected from 90 youths (aged ...
ASSESSING FOOD CONSUMPTION BEHAVIOUR RESILIENCE OF A VULNERABLE PADDY FARMING COMMUNITY IN THE FACE OF CLIMATE VARIABILITY: A CASE STUDY OF MAMUNUGAMA VILLAGE, IN KURUNEGALA

Podimanike, H.M.N.I; Premarathne, N.M.K.C (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

The paddy farming sector is highly vulnerable sector to climate change. Climate change causes adverse impacts on the paddy farming sector, and it creates a threat to food security within the community. The objectives of ...
A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THIRD-SEASON CULTIVATION ON CROPPING INTENSITY AND INCOME GENERATION IN SELECTED VILLAGE TANK CASCADE SYSTEMS IN SRI LANKA

Kumarasinghe, T.M.P.U.; Wijesundara, G.; Ginigaddara, G.A.S.; Kodithuwakku, A.N. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

Third-season cultivation serves as a valuable approach to optimize land use efficiency and maximize agricultural output by utilizing the interim period between major cropping seasons. The UNDP has introduced the cultivation ...
ASSESSING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CLIMATE CHANGE AND PADDY PRODUCTIVITY IN MAJOR PADDY PRODUCING DISTRICTS IN SRI LANKA AND FUTURE SIMULATION USING DSSAT

Jayasundara, M.D.A.N.H.; Ginigaddara, G.A.S.; Navodya, H.A.H. (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Rajarata, 2024-02-08)

In Sri Lanka, agriculture is highly susceptible to the impacts of climate change, experiencing changes in the onset, distribution and the amount of rainfall, along with little seasonal annual variation of temperature. With ...
EFFECT OF DIFFERENT PACKAGING METHODS ON TEMPERATURE BUILD UP AND PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF VEGETABLES DURING TRANSPORTATION

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

Vegetables are highly perishable, and transportation is accountable for around 20% of the total postharvest losses in vegetables in Sri Lanka. This study was carried out to evaluate the effect of different packaging methods, ...

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