Agricultural Biology: Recent submissions

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Managing Evolving Dynamics of Fungal Diseases in Rice to Strengthen Food Security in Sri Lanka

Suvanthini, T. (National Science and Technology Commission, 2025)

Rice has been cultivated in Sri Lanka for over 2,000 years, with traditional farming methods deeply rooted in the nation's agricultural heritage. Despite its historical significance, rice production in Sri Lanka faces ...
Evaluation of promising red pericarp rice (Oryza sativa L.) genotypes suitable for northern region using cluster analysis approach

Vinogini, M.; Arasakesary, S. J.; Pradheeban, L.; Sivaneson, S. (Eastern University of Sri Lanka, 2025)

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is a staple food for over half of the world's population and it is cultivated across most of the districts in Sri Lanka. Red pericarp rice is noteworthy for its higher nutritional and medicinal ...
Screening of selected genotypes of brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) against root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.)

Mithusha, V.; Thiruchchelvan, N.; Pakeerathan, K. (Eastern University of Sri Lanka, 2025)

Root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) (RKN) are a significant threat to brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) production, causing severe damage to root systems and impairing plant growth. As RKN is a sedentary endoparasite ...
Impact of Botanicals Exhibiting Insecticidal Properties on Parthenium Beetle, Zygogramma bicolorata Pallister

Arsh, A.R.A.; Pakeerathan, K. (University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, 2025)

The invasive, fast spreading, most problematic weed Parthenium hysterophours can be managed eco-friendly using parthenium beetle Zygogramma bicolorata Pallister. The infestation potential of Z. bicolorata on parthenium ...
A Field Screening of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) Germplasms for Identifying Resistance Sources for Okra Yellow Vein Mosaic Virus in Dry Zone of Sri Lanka.

Bandara, G.M.C.S.; Arasakesary, S.J.; Herath, P.G.H.M.S.N. (Eastern University of Sri Lanka, 2025)

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) is one of widely cultivated vegetable crop in Sri Lanka. Many pests’ attacks and diseases significantly decrease the quality and quantity of okra production in dry zone. Okra Yellow Vein ...
Suitable protocol for establishing nodal explant culture of a seedless Indian Blackberry Syzygium cumini.

Chukirthan, S.; Arasakeasary, S.J. (Eastern University of Sri Lanka, 2025)

Syzygium cumini, generally referred to as Jamun or Indian black plum, is a tropical evergreen tree species and it holds considerable ecological and economic value; however, its low germination rate and seedlessness limit ...
Molecular characterization of root-lesion nematode, Pratylenchus species, and their prevalence in New Zealand maize fields

Thiruchchelvan, N.; Kularathna, M.; Moukarzel, R.; Casonato, S.; Condron, L.M. (Oxford University Press on behalf of Applied Microbiology International, 2024)

Root-lesion nematodes (Pratylenchus spp.) are significant plant parasites, causing substantial crop damage worldwide. This study aimed to characterize Pratylenchus spp. in New Zealand maize fields using molecular techniques ...
A global overview and the fundamentals of sustainable agriculture

Pakeerathan, K. (Academic Press, (ScienceDirect), 2024)

Sustainable agriculture (SA) is an approach to farming that aims to meet the current and future needs of the growing global population while minimizing negative environmental impacts. It encompasses various practices and ...
Prevalence and abundance of plant-parasitic nematodes in New Zealand maize fields: effects of territory, soil orders, crop stage, and sampling time

Thiruchchelvan, N.; Kularathna, M.; Moukarzel, R.; Casonato, S.; Condron, L.M. (Tylor and Francis, 2024)

Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs) are significant agricultural pests that can reduce maize yields. This study examines the prevalence, abundance, and diversity of PPNs in New Zealand maize fields, focusing on the effects ...
Prevalence and abundance of plant-parasitic nematodes associated with corn (Zea mays L.) in Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Thiruchchelvan, N.; Casonato, S.; Mikunthan, G.; Condron, L.; Moukarzel, R.; Kularathna, M. (National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka, 2024)

The prevalence and abundance of plant-parasitic nematodes (PPNs) associated with corn (Zea mays; Poaceae) in the Anuradhapura district of Sri Lanka are poorly understood. This study investigated the occurrence and population ...
Influence of cultivar selection on blast and brown spot diseases in rice: Molecular screening of blast resistance genes

Suvanthini, T.; Weerasena, O.V.D.S.J.; Kottearachchi, N.S.; Fernando, H.N.S.; Silva, J. N. (National Science Foundation of Sri Lanka, 2024)

The prevalence of blast and brown spot diseases in rice is a substantial threat to national food security. This study investigated the distribution patterns of blast and brown spot, comparing their occurrence and distribution ...
Exploration of Blast Resistant Genes and their Allelic Determinant in Sri Lankan Rice Varieties using their Domain Structures for Utilization in Breeding

Wijesinghe, T.; Suvanthini, T.; Kottearachchi, N.S. (Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2024)

Numerous rice blast resistance (R) genes have been identified, and a comprehensive understanding of their underlying mechanisms was deemed essential. Therefore, three major genes (Pb1, Pi21, and Pita) associated with rice ...
A simplified laboratory approach for isolating M. oryzae spores from rice samples infected with multiple pathogens

Suvanthini, T.; Fernando, H.N.S.; Silva, J.N.; Kottearachchi, N.S.; Weerasena, O.V.D.S.J. (ELSEVIER, 2024)

A method for separating M. oryzae from rice samples infected with multiple pathogens using basic laboratory equipment is described. We conducted a series of experiments to obtain a single spore of M. oryzae. This method ...
Ecotourism in Chundikulam and other potential areas: A drive for reconciliation in the Northern Sri Lanka

Gajapathy, K.; Suvanthini, T.; Arthiyan, S. (University of Jaffna, 2024)

Northern Province, a region that was in the dark for decades due to conflict and socio-economic challenges (Uyangoda, 2010), is slowly emerging as a key player in the country's tourism sector. The rich biodiversity, unique ...
Proximally sensed RGB images and colour indices for distinguishing rice blast and brown spot diseases by k-means clustering: Towards a mobile application solution

Suvanthini, T.; Salgadoe, A.S.A.; Kottearachchi, N.S.; Weerasena, O.V.D.S.J. (ELSEVIER, 2024)

Rice blast (RB) and Brown spot (BS) are economically important diseases in rice that cause greater yield losses annually. Both share the same host and produce quite similar lesions, which leads to confusion in identification ...
Exploration of Blast Resistant Genes and their Allelic Determinant in Sri Lankan Rice Varieties using their Domain Structures for Utilization in Breeding

Wijesinghe, T.; Terensan, S.; Kottearachchi, N.S. (Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 2024)

Numerous rice blast resistance (R) genes have been identified, and a comprehensive understanding of their underlying mechanisms was deemed essential. Therefore, three major genes (Pb1, Pi21, and Pita) associated with ...
Extending shelf-life of Trichoderma viride pers. broth formula using different parts of tamarind, Tamarindus indica L. to scale-up commercial production

Vaithehi, S.; Pakeerathan, K.; Mikunthan, G. (University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2024)

Trichoderma viride is a promising bio control agent for various plant pathogens in sustainable agriculture. It can be multiplied in liquid and solid media, but liquid fermentation has a higher reproductive capacity than ...
Root-lesion nematode (Pratylenchus spp.) extraction from maize roots: a comparison of three methods

Thiruchchelvan, N.; Casonato, S.; Moukarzel, R.; Condron, L.; Kularathna, M. (New Zealand Plant Protection Society, 2024)

This study examines differences in extraction efficiency of three methods for extracting root-lesion nematodes (Pratylenchus spp.) from maize roots. The Baermann funnel, Whitehead & Hemming tray, and centrifugal-sugar ...
Complementary description of the female of Typhlodromus (Anthoseius) xini Wu (Acari: Phytoseiidae) with the first description of its male from Sri Lanka

Ismail Doker, I.; Weliwattage, A.; Jose, A.; Gunasingham, M. (Acarologia, 2024)

Typhlodromus (Anthoseius) xini Wu is reported for the first time in Sri Lanka. Its original description is not very detailed, being based on simple drawings and an absence of diagnostic characters that include chelicera ...
Development of Trichoderma based bulb treatment for the management of anthracnose and white rot in onion (Allium cepa L.)

Withana, W.A.T.N.; Pakeerathan, K.; Fernando, W.M.K.; Kumarasinghe, K.M.T.M.; Tillakaratne, J.B.D.Y. (University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka., 2024)

Onion (Allium cepa L.), which belongs to family Liliaceae is susceptible to anthracnose and white rot diseases in fields. Onion farmers rely on fungicides, to manage these diseases despite the high production cost and ...

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