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Synthesis and Characterization of Oil-in-Water Nanoemulsion using High Energy Methods Encapsulating Phytomolecule for Combating Papaya Ring Spot Virus

Ramya, S.; Auxcilia, J.; Sharmila, D.J.S. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

Bioactive compounds play a pivotal role in orchestrating the defense mechanisms of plants, one such potent bioactive compound is dodecanoic acid, which is found to be present in wild papaya genotypes like Vasconcellea ...
Screening for Potential Anti-Viral Compounds in Wild Papaya Genotypes for Eliminating Papaya Ring Spot Virus (PRSV) in Cultivated Papaya (Carica papaya L.)

Auxcilia, J.; Gohila Priya, M.; Hemaprabha, K.; Nirmala Devi, R.; Ramya, S. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

The study aimed to analyse the secondary metabolites in wild papaya genotypes for Papaya Ring Spot Virus (PRSV) resistance. In this study, two cultivated papaya varieties viz., CO.7, TNAU papaya CO.8 and two wild genotypes ...
Behavioural Factors Influencing the Adoption of Manuring in Immature Rubber (Hevea brasiliensis) Cultivations of Smallholder Rubber Farmers in Monaragala District

Gunarathne, P. K. K. S.; Siriwardana, K.D.K.L.; Premarathne, K.H.D.M. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

This study was carried out to examine behavioural factors that influence smallholders in the adoption of manuring in immature rubber (Hevea brasiliensis) cultivations (MIRC) introduced to Monaragala by the Rubber Research ...
Use of Information and Communication Technology by Rubber Extension Personnel in Monaragala District

Gunarathne, P. K. K. S.; Siriwardana, K.D.K.L.; Premarathne, K.H.D.M. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

This study focused on understanding the present status of use of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) among extension personnel serving rubber smallholders in Monaragala. The questionnaire survey was conducted ...
High-value Market Channels and Their Implications for the Actors of Pineapple Value Chain in Sri Lanka

Ganepola, G. A. U. M.; Wickramasinghe, A. A. M. D.; Udagedara, G.; Fernando, S.; Kopiyawattage, K. P. P. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

Access to high-value markets is one of the major challenges faced by the smallholder producers in developing countries. The study applies value chain analysis to the pineapple sub-sector in Sri Lanka to identify ways of ...
Teleconnection between Ocean-Atmospheric Oscillations and Extreme Rainfall: A Case Study for Jaffna Peninsula during 2015 and 2020

Chathumal, K.P.; Chandrasekara, S.S.K. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) and El-Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO) are identified as two ocean-atmospheric oscillations that impact over rainfall of Sri Lanka and cause extreme rainfall events. However, recent studies on ...
Optimizing Turmeric (Curcuma domestica) Production through Digital Monitoring and Precision Agriculture: A Study on the Usage of Smart-climatic Agricore Platform

Ranasinghe, W.M.A.M.; Pilimathalawwa, A.M.C.T.; Rajendran, M.A.; Chamara, S. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

Turmeric is a crucial crop, and optimal water quantity and a temperate environment are vital for rhizome production and plant metabolism. This research study was conducted in Negombo region to investigate the potential of ...
Analysis of the Willingness to Pay for Organic Fruits and Vegetables in the Matara and Galle Districts in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Rasanjalee, P. H. N.; Silva, K. N. N. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

Growing fruits and vegetables organically can be introduced as an eco-friendly farming type. Promoting the consumption of organic fruits and vegetables is very useful to improve healthy lifestyles among Sri Lankan citizens. ...
Pesticide Residue Deposits in Crop and Environmental Samples of Rice Field Sprayed using Unmanned Aerial Vehicle

Suganthi, A.; Kumaraperumal, R.; Pazhanivelan, S.; Thangachamy, P.; Krishnamoorthy, S.V.; Shanthi, M. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

The application of pesticide using Unmandned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is gaining impetus across the world and there is a need for assessing its efficacy and spray drift assessment. The study aims to address the knowledge gap ...
Problems in Adoption of Scientific Agricultural Practices in Agroforestry Home Gardens with Special Reference to Weligama, Sri Lanka

Abeysinghe, M.G.D.; Samaraweera, G.C.; De Zoysa, M. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

Agroforestry home gardens are efficient and sustainable land use stratergies. There are few evidences for detailed analysis of agroforestry homehardens in the literature. Therefore, the present study attempts to assess ...
Impact of Dynamic Employment Preferences of the Youth on the Agricultural Labour Force in Kegalle District, Sri Lanka

Wedage, W.G.C.D.K.; Wattage, P. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

The agriculture sector of Sri Lanka is increasingly challenged to meet the increasing demand for essential food items. The recent economic crisis, COVID-19 pandemic, and resource rivalry have had impacts on sharpening the ...
Factors Influencing Exporters’ Shares on Value-Added Tea Exportation in Sri Lanka

Jayasooriya, I. B. R. D. H.; Amarathunga, M. K. S. L. D. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

Sri Lankan tea exporters face numerous challenges when they reach international-markets. The country has the highest cost structure among major tea producers, lack of market information, intense competition from international ...
Inter Linkages among Agriculture, Industry and Service Sectors: Empirical Evidence from the Provinces of Sri Lanka

Tharshini, N.; Sooriyakumar, K.; Kamshajini, R. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

Three main pillars of the Sri Lankan economy are agriculture, industries and service sectors. This study examines the causal linkage among agriculture, service and industry sectors. The service sector was the highest ...
Formulation of Tamarind (Tamarindus indica L.) Pulp-based Mix Spice Cube

Aluwihare, W.B.W.M.R.C.P.; Yuhenthiran, K.; Gamage, A.G.U.M.; Adikari, A.M.T.N. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

Tamarind (Tamarindus indica L.) is an abundantly found underutilized fruit tree in the Dry Zone, Sri Lanka. However, most of the fruits go to waste due to a lack of technologies for processing and storage. This study was ...
Consumers’ Demand for Different Types of Rice, Wheat and Rice Flour in Western Province of Sri Lanka

Suganya, J.; Sooriyakumar, K.; Kamshajini, R. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

This study investigates consumers’ demand for different types of rice, wheat and rice flour in Western Province, Sri Lanka by using the data obtained from Household Income and Expenditure Survey (HIES) carried out in 2016. ...
Comparison of Proximate Composition, Phenolic Content and Flavonoid Content of Raw and Malted Foxtail Millets Grown in Northern Province of Sri Lanka

Rajeetha, J.; Sivakanthan, S.; Liyanagae, R.; Madhujith, T. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

Foxtail millet is the one of widely planted species of millet in most parts of East Asia. It is a small seeded grain with a major source of calories, essential micronutrients, phytochemicals, vitamins, phenolic compounds, ...
A Developing Mushroom-based Stock Cubes as a Safe Alternative to Replace MSG in Food Flavouring

Kandegama, W.M.W.W.; Maduwanthi, K.H.; Karunarathne, J.M.G.M.T.; Weerarathna, E.K.W.W.; Nimasha, M.A.N. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

Artificial food flavouring agents such as mono sodium glutamate (MSG) containing stock cubes are commonly consumed worldwide; however, this may lead to noncommunicable diseases that threaten human health. A natural ...
Formulation of a Syrup having Functional Properties using Leaf Extract of Costus igneus

Mayoorika, T.; Jayanath, N. Y.; Selvaluxmy, K. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

Thebu plant (Costus igneus) is commonly available in Sri Lanka and is underutilized though it is reported to have different health benefits. In this study, a herbal syrup was formulated using a hot water extract from Thebu ...
Development and Evaluation of the Black clam (Villorita cyprinoides) Incorporated Uncooked Palmyrah Tuber Flour-based Instant Soup Mix Powder

Yathushini, J.; Simmaky, S. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

Palmyrah tuber soup is a popular and traditional dish among the Northern Sri Lankan population. Palmyrah tuber flour is rich in fiber, which can increase body strength and reduce hunger. Black clam (Villorita cyprinoides) ...
Development of an Instant Fried Rice and Suitable Seasoning Powder Mix, Incorporated with Powdered Leaves of Moringa oleifera

Chandradasa, B.A.R.I.S.; Mendis, B.E.P.; Senarathne, S.M.A.C.U.; Rajapakse, R.P.N.P. (University of Jaffna, 2023)

Rice is the staple food and the main energy source in most Asian countries, including Sri Lanka. Modern people are having hectic daily schedules and do not spend much time preparing their food. This accelerated pace of ...

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