• USE OF RAINWATER HARVESTING TANK FOR WATER SUSTAINABILITY: A CASE STUDY IN POTTUVIL AND THIRUKKOVIL DS DIVISIONS OF AMPARA DISTRICT, SRI LANKA 

  Sathuja, S.; Thirumaran, S.; Niroash, G.; Sugirtharan, M. (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Water sustainability is a global imperative, given the rising demand for freshwater, which constitutes merely 1% of the earth's water and is essential for human use. Sri Lanka's dry zones contend with severe droughts, ...
• A STUDY ON DESIGNING AN AUTOMATED IoT SYSTEM TO AID HYDROPONIC AGRICULTURE FOR DOMESTIC PURPOSE 

  Munasinghe, V.U; Liyanage, M.R (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  The population of the global is predicted to grow daily and reach 9.3 bilion people by the year 2050. Thus, in order to ensure a sufficient supply of food, agricultural productivity needs to be raised. In addition, the ...
• SELECTION OF A SUITABLE FERTILIZER MIXTURE FOR HIGH-DENSITY CABBAGE (Brassica oleracea L.) CULTIVATION IN NUWARA ELIYA, SRI LANKA 

  Epitakumbura1, P.D.; Chandrasiri, R.S.; Amarasinghe, A.A.Y.; Dharmasena1, H.A.Y.B.; Galahitigama, G.A.H. (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Cabbage (Brassica oleracea L.) is a globally significant vegetable crop, particularly in temperate regions like Sri Lanka. The main objective of this study is to identify the most suitable fertilizer mixture for high-density ...
• DEVELOPMENT OF IMAGE PROCESSING ALGORITHM TO DETECT CROP MATURITY OF SCOTCH BONNET PEPPER (Capsicum chinense) 

  Lakshitha, A.A.; Liyanage, M.R.; Samarakoon2, E.R.J. (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Sri Lanka is a luxuriant tropical land with the potential for the cultivation and hence agriculture is considered as one of the best prospect sectors of the country. To maximize the yield from the crops, a proper ...
• NUTRIENT CONTENT ANALYSIS OF ORGANIC LIQUID FERTILIZER PRODUCED BY USING Salvinia molesta AND Azolla pinnata UNDER THREE DIFFERENT DIGESTION METHODS 

  Thisera, I.G.A; Vijitha, V; Lasantha, K (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Excessive use of chemical fertilizers in agriculture causes several environmental and health problems. Furthermore, organic fertilizers have become an alternative due to the high cost of chemical fertilizers. Therefore, ...
• USE OF WATER HYACINTH (Eichhornia crassipes) AS A POTENTIAL SOURCE FOR PRODUCING QUALITY COMPOST 

  Elilini1, S.; Thivyatharsan, R.; Niroash, G. (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  The invasive water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) poses a significant challenge to Sri Lanka's water bodies, leading to severe blockages in irrigation and fishing activities. Hence, this study explored composting as a ...
• PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF A FABRICATED FLUIDIZED BED DRYER IN COMPARISON WITH A CONVECTION SOLAR DRYER 

  Dissanayaka, D.M.T.G; Bawatharani, R (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Solar drying is a commonly used drying method. However, it has limitations such as dependency on weather conditions and uneven drying thus causing postharvest losses. Therefore, the objectives of this study were to design ...
• EFFECT OF DRIP IRRIGATION ON THE GROWTH AND YIELD OF YARDLONG BEAN (Vigna unguiculata) UNDER DIFFERENT MULCHING MATERIALS 

  Samarawickrama1, I.G.K.J.; Tharminath2, N.; Yathusa1, R.; Niroash, G.; Sugirtharan, M. (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  This study investigates the effects of various mulching materials under drip irrigation on the growth and yield performance of yard-long beans (Vigna unguiculata) cultivated under a drip irrigation system, employing a ...
• EXPLORING MONSOONAL RAINFALL PATTERNS IN TRINCOMALEE DISTRICT, SRI LANKA USING ISOHYET METHOD 

  Kavithanjali, U; Delina, P.J.E (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Climate change emerges as a severe threat, particularly affecting South Asia's agriculture, including Sri Lanka. Variations in rainfall pose a tangible risk, impacting crop yield and water management in a significant manner. ...
• FORMULATION OF A LIQUID ORGANIC FERTILIZER FROM Chlorella sp. GROWN IN DAIRY EFFLUENT 

  Silva1, A.H.A.T.E. De; Gnanavelrajah1, N.; Ketheesan, B.; Kajeevan, K.; Rivenderan, M. (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  The necessity for natural or biological fertilizers instead of synthetic fertilizers arises from the growing demand for food and awareness of environmental pollution due to inorganic fertilizers. In order to increase ...
• EFFECTS OF DIFFERENT PROPORTIONS OF OYSTER SHELL POWDER ON PHOSPHORUS RETENTION IN A SANDY REGOSOL 

  Jayathilaka, D.D.S.N.; Premanandarajah, P. (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Nutrient leaching is a phenomenon, where essential elements that important for the plant growth are lost from the soil with percolating water through the soil profile. Sandy regosols are characterized by inadequate water ...
• EXPLORING DIETARY SHIFTS AND NUTRITIONAL PATTERNS ECONOMIC TURMOIL: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF FOOD CONSUMPTION IN SRI LANKA 

  Patabandi, O.P.V.H; Edirisinghe, J.C (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  The COVID pandemic and subsequent economic crisis have increased food prices extensively in Sri Lanka and hence has been noted as a country with one of the highest food inflations in the world. This has dire effects on the ...
• BANANA FARMING – A PROFITABLE ENTERPRISE IN VALIKAMAM EAST DS DIVISION, JAFFNA 

  Thevasena, V; Thivahary, G (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Banana, an ancient fruit, has evolved into one of the world's most widely cultivated, traded, and consumed fruits. Its popularity is particularly noteworthy in Sri Lanka, where it is the most widely grown and consumed ...
• TISSUE-SPECIFIC CADMIUM LEVELS IN YELLOWFIN TUNA CAUGHT FROM SOUTHERN AND WESTERN WATERS OFF SRI LANKA 

  Dilini Jayaweera1, Dhanushka; Kuganathan2, Sivashanthini; Gunawickrama3, K.B. Suneetha; Evenset4, Anita (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Increasing contaminants such as heavy metals in seafood represent a concern for food safety. Therefore, measurement of Cd levels in edible tissues may help adopt a selective consumption that diminishes health risks. This ...
• ANALYSIS OF FACTORS INFLUENCING COCONUT GROWERS’ ATTITUDES TOWARDS THE STATUS OF EXISTING COCONUT INDUSTRY - A STUDY IN COCONUT TRIANGLE SRI LANKA 

  Anthony, C.J.M; Thivahary, G; Divyapratha, G (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Coconut is a major plantation product in Sri Lanka. Every district grows coconut, and the coconut triangle spanning the districts of Kurunegala, Puttalam, and Gampaha accounting for about 55% of the total area planted to ...
• STUDY ON THE QUALITY PARAMETERS AND SHELF STABILITY OF NON-DAIRY SWEETENED AND CONDENSED MILK DEVELOPED FROM CHICKPEA (Cicer arietinum) MILK AND SESAME (Sesamum indicum) MILK 

  Weerasingha, W.K.A.K.H.; Premakumar, K. (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  The study aimed to create a viable alternative to dairy-based condensed milk using chickpea milk and sesame milk. Chickpeas are a wise food option because of their health-promoting elements, consumption of chickpeas ...
• EXPLORING UNDERGRADUATE ENTREPRENEURS’ PERSPECTIVES ON PERCEIVED USEFULNESS AND PERCEIVED EASE OF USE IN BLENDED LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS 

  Abeywickrama, L.M; Siriwardena, B.P; Sandika, A.L; Vidanapathirana, N.P (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  The use of technology in education has resulted in diverse learning modalities, with blended learning gaining popularity in academic settings. Perceived usefulness refers to people's perceptions of how valuable a specific ...
• STUDIES ON PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES AND SENSORY ATTRIBUTES OF PANEER PREPARED FROM BUFFALO MILK BLENDED WITH COCONUT MILK 

  Shireen, M.F.R.; Premakumar, K. (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  Paneer is produced through the coagulation of milk using heat and acid. Coconut milk has several nutritional benefits and is a superior source of a number of crucial components (vitamins). The objective of this study is ...
• DEVELOPMENT OF A BEVERAGE USING DATE (Phoenix dactylifera L.) SEED POWDER AS A CAFFEINE-FREE ALTERNATIVE FOR COFFEE 

  Jayathilaka, C.Y; Premakumar, K. (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  This research explores the development and quality assessment of a beverage using date seed powder as a caffeine-free alternative to traditional coffee. The production process involves the extraction of date seed powder ...
• DEVELOPMENT OF NUTRITIOUS BAR ENRICHED WITH RICE FLAKES AND MORINGA LEAF POWDER 

  Hamsayini1, T.; Gunathilake2, Champathi; Jemziya2, M.B. Fathima (Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)

  The present study intended to design a healthy bar enhanced with rice flakes and moringa leaf powder. Formulations were created using the ratio based on a preliminary trial of moringa leaf powder and rice flakes T1 (0:35), ...

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