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Biological Control of Soft Rot caused by Pectobacterium caratovorum using Lactic acid Bacteria, Pseudomonas fluorescens and Botanicals

Vithusha, M.; Nirosha, A.; Pakeerathan, K.; Mikunthan, G. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Productivity of various crops is greatly affected due to infestation of diseases caused by microorganisms. More than 100 known bacterial species are able to cause plant disease. Pectobacterium caratovorum is the causal ...
Assessing the Sustainable Growth of Non-Traditional Arid Zone Fruit Crops under Semiarid Vertisol Condition of Tamil Nadu

Rajadurai, K.R.; Babu, C.R.; Mareeswari, P.; Srinivasan, S.; Srinivasan, G.; Kumar, N. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

The semi-arid regions of Tami Nadu are characterized by extreme weather conditions and poor soil and water quality, which limit the productivity of fruit crops. However, to enhance the effective utilization of land area, ...
Anthelmintic Efficacy against the Prevalent Gastrointestinal Parasite in Cattle

Athuraliya, N.G.; Piratheepan, S. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Gastrointestinal parasitic infections are a major constraint in cattle management. Twenty cattle (n=20) were randomly selected and divided into different groups as treatment group and control group. Treatment group had ...
Analysis of Productive and Reproductive Traits of Murrah Buffaloes in a Large-scale Farm in North Western Province of Sri Lanka

Silva, S.T.D.D.; Randeniya, M.D.A.G.; Premaratne, W.A.S.M.; Fonseka, W.T.L.; Gajaweera, C.J.; Pathirana, I.N. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

The buffalo milk production contributed to 15.9% of the Sri Lankan fresh milk production in 2019. The scarcity of updated information on buffalo production and reproduction leads to problems in farm decision-making which ...
Isotherm and Kinetic Analyses of Methylene Blue Adsorption by a Selected Biosorbent

Jayasuriya, D.M.N.H.; Kannan, N. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Industrial dye related water pollution is a growing concern nowadays as it influences environmental quality significantly. Adsorption of dye molecules onto various adsorbents is a popular dye removal method. This study ...
Allelopathic Effect of Zea mays, Senna spectabilis and Muntingia calabura on Weeds: Potential Implication for Controlling Weeds in Tea Lands

Jayalath, D.U.K.L.; Ranawana, S.R.W.M.C.J.K.; Kaliyadasa, P.E.; Jeewanthi, P.W. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Identification of eco-friendly weed control measures is imperative due to the adverse effects of excessive use of synthetic herbicides. Thus, a series of bioassays and field studies were conducted to evaluate the ...
A Comparison of Selected Maldives and Dried Fish Processing and Handling Practices among Different Processors in Southern Sri Lanka

Wickrama, P.S.S.L.; Sandika, A.L.; Harshana, P.V.S. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Dried and Maldives fish plays an essential role in human nutrition by providing animal proteins, healthy fats and a unique source of other essential nutrients. Nutritional components and sensory properties of dried fish ...
Incorporating Stakeholder Preferences for Effective Management of Hikkaduwa Marine Protected Area: A Multicriteria Analysis

Gunawardena, I.J.; Udugama, J.M.M.; Guruge, T.P.S.R. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Marine Protected Area (MPA) is considered a successful method for managing marine resources. There are four marine protected areas in Sri Lanka. It is widely understood that effective stakeholder participation is key for ...
Impact of Gender on Consumers’ Agreeableness on the Structural Ecological Cues in Environmentally Friendly Food Packaging

Lakmali, M.G.T.; Samaraweera, G.C. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

The concept of environmentally friendly packaging is at its initial stage yet in the Sri Lankan context in particular. However, environmental sustainability is the main focus of the world in which the environment is ...
Formulation of Papad Incorporated with Dried Palmyrah Tuber Flour

Dilani, M.A.; Mahilrajan, S.; Sinthuja, L.P. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Papad is one of the popular and traditional snacks in Asian cuisine. Papads are highly prepared with various types of pulses, cereals, and starchy food with incorporating. Some additives. The most popular Papad is made ...
Formulation of Palmyrah Wattalappam from Palmyrah Fruit Pulp and Palmyrah Jaggery

Chathuranga, A.M.C.L.; Kemashalini, K.; Mary, J. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Palmyrah (Borassus flabellifer) fruit pulp has bioactive compounds with more health benefits, but due to its bitterness it has less consumer preference. The sap of Palmyrah palm is very rich in simple sugar and used to ...
Film Properties of Prevulcanized Natural Rubber Latex Films Produced from Creamed Latex

Lakshani, W.M.D.S.; Priyanka, U.M.S.; Siriwardana, S.; Lochana, E.A.L.; Senevirathna, A.W.M.K. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Pre-vulcanization of latex yields latex that is agglomerated and disseminated in an aqueous media with intra cross-linked rubber molecules. The nature of pre vulcanized latex offers many advantages such as improved ...
Farm Households’ Willingness to Pay for Sustainable Soil Fertility Management in Vadamaradchy South West Division of Jaffna, Sri Lanka

Akilan, V.; Sooriyakumar, K.; Sireeranhan, A. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

This study investigates the farm household’s willingness to pay for sustainable soil fertility management attributes and find the socioeconomic and demographic factors that influence the soil fertility management in red ...
Evaluation of Heavy Metals Concentrations in Surface Water Bodies in Selected Rice Fields in Trincomalee District

Dissanayke, D.M.P.N.K.; De Silva, S.N.T.; Pathmarajah, S.; Fernando, C.A.N.; Abeynayake, N.R.; Kodagoda, K.A.D.A.; Dassanayake, D.M.M.N.K. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Agrochemicals can pollute water bodies, posing a serious danger to aquatic ecosystems and drinking water resources. In Sri Lanka, the use of agrochemicals has risen dramatically in recent decades. Many agrochemicals have ...
Effect of Thermodynamics on Mancozeb Adsorption by Neem Chip Biochar

Thusalini, M.; Kannan, N. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Emerging contaminants (ECs) create threats to the well-being of all living organisms globally. Among ECs, fungicides could be easily leached into the water bodies to create water pollution. In Sri Lanka, the use of ...
Effect of Submerged Aeration on Soaking Water and Grain Characteristics of Paddy Parboiling Process

Neshankine, C.; Kannan, N. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Parboiling of paddy is an important industrial process. In general, paddy is immersed in stagnant cold water for 36 -72 hours with frequent water change at room temperature in order to obtain 30% wet basis (wb) moisture ...
Effect of Fertilizer Application with Fish Tonic on the Growth and Yield Performance of Tomato (Solanum lycopersicon)

Jegatheeswaran, K.; Anusiya, M.; Jeyavanan, K. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Fish tonic is a product of fermented fish wastage, and can be used as an organic fertilizer, to enhance the growth and yield of crops Moreover, fish tonic can serve as a solution for eco-friendly waste management. Hence, ...
Effect of Chemical Treatments and Cold Stratification on Dormancy Breaking in Israel Blue Grapes (Vitis vinifera L.) Variety

Weeraman, M.V.; Pradheeban, L. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Grapes are propagated through seeds to produce new varieties. Seed dormancy in grapes reduces the germination percentage (%) and delays germination, resulting in the low efficiency of breeding programs. The present ...
Dry Zone Home Gardens as the Potential Agroforestry Units for Carbon Storage: Study in Gomarankadawala area, Trincomalee, Sri Lanka

Wijekoon, W.M.I.G.S.; Ginigaddara, G.A.S.; Kakulandara, K.K.; Vimaladhas, V. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Dry zone home gardens could be considered as agroforestry units which have potential to mitigate and adapt climate changes. Carbon quantification in home gardens could give a picture of carbon stock of home gardens as ...
Development of Spicy-Snack Incorporated with Palmyrah (Borassus Flabellifer) Tuber Flour

Udari, R.A.H.; Mary, J.; Kemashalini, K. (University of Jaffna, 2021)

Palmyrah tuber flour has the similar properties of gluten which can be used in bakery industry. However, it is still underutilized and the feasibility of applying the flour in bakery products is not deeply studied so ...

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