Research Activities

Department of Horticulture & Landscape Gardening – FAPM

Research – 2018

  • Growth Enhancement and Recovering of the Blight Diseased Anthurium andreanum using Beneficial Microbial Communities.

A.M.S.M. ABEYSINGHE, K.A.C.N. SENEVIRATNE, K. YAKANDAWALA, G. SENEVIRATNE and N.K.B. ADIKARAM

  • Comparison of Two Media Ameliorates in Improving Water Holding Capacity and Expansion Rate of Different Coco Based Media

H.G.S.L. ATTANAYAKE, L.A. RATHNAYAKA, B. RANAWEERA and  K.H.M.I. KARUNARATHNA

  • Floral Biology and Allelopathic Potential of Mayaca fluviatilis

M.M.P.M. JAYASINGHE, R.D.N. DEBARAWATTA and K. YAKANDAWALA  

  • Consumer Preference of Using Medicinal Plants in Residential Landscaping: A Conjoint Analysis

K.M.A.M KARUNARATHNA, K. YAKANDAWALA and J.C. EDIRISINGHE

  • Screening Cassava (Manihot esculenta) Varieties for Sri Lankan Cassava Mosaic Virus (SLCMV) Resistance in Kurunegala and Gampaha Districts

H.W.A. MADURANGA and P.I.P. PERERA

  • Effect of Growth Regulators on Callus Induction in  Piper nigrum L. Leaf Explants

H.M.A.P. MUHANDIRAM, K.D.N. PRIYADARSHANI and P.I.P. PERERA

  • Morphological Characterization, Yield and Sensory Attributes of New Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) Cultivars under Low Country Intermediate Zone Conditions of Sri Lanka

P.D.A. PATHMASIRI, K.A.J.C. PREMAWARDHANE, R.H.M.K. RATNAYAKE and J.K.W.N. SUBASHINI

  • Crotalaria retusa L. As A Potential Ornamental Plant

E.V.G.A. SUHARSHANA, K. YAKANDAWALA, D.M.A.E.I. DEWAGEDARA and N.R. ABEYNAYAKE

  • Preparation of Nutrient Bar by Adding Glucose 

T.G.T.D.THALWATTA and K.H. SARANANDA

  • Flower Sex Ratio and Fruit Set in Recommended Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) Varieties of Sri Lanka

J.K.I. THILANI, R.H.M.K. RATNAYAKE and H.M.S.P. HERATH

  • Development of Finger Millet Porridge Incorporated with Microencapsulated Ranawara (Senna / Cassia auriculata)

R.R.W.M.R.U.H.K. WADUGODAPITIYA and  G. PAMUNUWA

  • Aflatoxin Contamination of Selected Commercialized Spices in Sri Lanka

W.T.T.W. WAHALATHANTHRI, P.N.R.J. AMUNUGODA, R.H.M.K. RATNAYAKE and R.C. PITIPANAARACHCHI

  • A New Disease of Codiaeum variegatum: Identification and Control of the Causal Organism (in vitro)

A.G.M.C. WIJEWARDHANA, B. RANAWEERA and K.H.M.I. KARUNARATHNE

  • Response of Alysicarpus vaginalis L. (Aswenna) for Water Stress Conditions

N.C. ABEYWICKRAMA , J.K.W.N. SUBASHINI  and  K. YAKANDAWALA

  • Microencapsulated Pomegranate (Punica granatum) Aqueous Leaf Extract with Enhanced Antimicrobial Activity for Application in Pineapple RTS Beverage

L.A.V.N. ALAHAKOON, G. PAMUNUWA, D.S.G.G.C. SUWARNATHILAKE,  W.J.S.K. WEERAKKODY   and D.N. KARUNARATNE

  • Edible Coating with Aloe vera Gel, Beeswax and Mint (Mentha spp.) to Enhance the Shelf life of Guava (Psidium guajava L.)

ASANTHIKA, G. PAMUNUWA and S.A.E.C. WIJESINGHE

  • Development of a Jackfruit-Based Vegetarian Finger  Enriched with Vegetable Protein

M.N.M. ASIF, M. BULATHKANDAGE, R.H.M.K. RATNAYAKE and K.H. SARANANDA

  • Effect of Stage of Maturity at Harvest and Induced Ripening on Textural Changes of Ripe Avocado (Persea americana)

J.A.N.C. BANDARA and K.H. SARANANDA

  • Morphological Characterization of Sri Lankan Cashew Varieties (Anacardium occidentale L.)

A.D.D. CHATHURANGA, K. YAKANDAWALA, H.M.S.P. HERATH and D.M.D.YAKANDAWALA

  • Induction of Cell Division in Cultured Microspores of Local Cassava Genotypes(Manihot esculenta) for Haploid Plant Production

P.Y.S. DAYARATHNA and P.I.P. PERERA

  • Evaluation of Uprooting Method to Control Prosopis juliflora in Bundala National Park of Sri Lanka

E.A.S.R. EDIRISINGHE, B. RANAWEERA and P. A. C. N. B. SURAWEERA

  • Effect of Cinnamon Oil Encapsulated Micro-Particles on Shelf Life of Mango Jam

L.D.G.S. KARUNARATHNA, G. PAMUNUWA, D.S.G.G.C. SWARNATHILAKE,  W.J.S.K. WEERAKKODY and D.N. KARUNARATNE

  • Development and Physicochemical Analysis of Nectar from Blend of Kekiri (Cucumis melo) and Guava (Psdium guajava L.)

K.A.R. MADHUSHANIKA, J.A.A.C. WIJESINGHE and S.A.E.C .WIJESINGHE

  • Conservation of Ornamentally Important Lagenandra spp. (‘Kethala’)  in Sri Lanka

G.K.I.S. MADOLA, K.YAKANDAWALA, D.M.D. YAKANDAWALA and S.B. KARUNARATNE

  • Microencapsulated Folic Acid in Pineapple Ready-to-Serve Beverages: Incorporation of Recommended Daily Intake

K.M.H. NILAKSHI, G. PAMUNUWA and D.N. KARUNARATNE

  • Investigation of Effect of Finger Millet Flour on Textural Changes of Composite Flour Muffins Aiming for Children

A.I.R.L. PATHIRANA and K.H. SARANANDA

  • Vegetative Propagation Ability of Codiaum variegatum Leaves

M.G.I. PRABHASHANA and R.D.N. DEBARAWATTA

  • Identifying Causal Organism of Crown Rot Disease and Examining the Effect of Biofilm Biofertilizer on African Violet  (Saintpaulia ionantha)

E.R.G.I.C. RAJAPAKSHA, K.A.C.N. SENEVIRATNE, K. YAKANDAWALA and G. SENEVIRATNE

  • Effect of Simple Processing on Antioxidant Capacity, Phenolics, and Ascorbic Acid Content of Local Yam Varieties in Sri Lanka

K.B.G.P.P. RUPASINGHA, S.M.A.C.U. SENARATHNE and R.H.M.K. RATNAYAKE

  • Preparation of Pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima (L)) Chutney with Enhanced Shelf Life

U.D.U.D.  SEWWANDI and G.  PAMUNUWA

  • Maintain the Post-harvest Quality of Kolikuttu Banana Variety ‘Agra’ During Ripening 

SHANMUGARAJA and K.H. SARANANDA

  • Evaluation of New Cultivation Methods for Paddy Straw Mushroom (Volvariella volvaceae)

G.A.S. THARANGANI, P. RAJAPAKSE and R.H.M.K. RATNAYAKE

  • Impact of Fecal Sludge-Municipal Solid Waste (FS-MSW) Co-Compost on Philodendron scandens Export Quality Cuttings Production

L.P.C.K. WEERARATHNE, B. RANAWEERA, F. THIEL and K.H.M.I. KARUNARATHNE

  • Consumer Perception of Coconut Milk Based Cooked Product as Affected by Different Forms of Processed Coconut Milk Products

S. CHATHURIKA, K .H. SARANANDA and A.G.K. WIJESINGHE

  • In Vitro Screening of Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) Germplasm for Water Stress Condition Induced by Polyethylene Glycol 

K.J. PREMACHANDRA, G.G.S.U. GAMAGE and P.I.P. PERERA

  • Evaluation of the Effect of Seed Priming Technology for Seed Paddy (Oryza sativa)

H.S. GUNAWARDANA, G.R.P. PERERA and R.D.N. DEBARAWATTA

  • Effect of Steam Blanching on Quality of Dehydrated Papaya (Carica papaya L.)

M.H. HALEEMA, K.H. SARANANDA and S.M.A.C.U. SENARATHNA

  • Effect of Different Growing Media on Rooting of  Philodendron scandens and Codiaeum variegatum

P.C. HASANTHIKA, B. RANAWEERA, F. THIEL and K.H.M.I. KARUNARATHNE

  • Effect of Solid and Foliar Fertilizers on Growth and Yield Performances of Chilli (Capsicum annum L.) and Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill)

S.M.T.S. KUMARI, B. RANAWEERA, G.R.P. PERER2 and S.A.E.C. WIJESINGHE

  • Determination of Antioxidant Potential and Polyphenol Content of  Selected Pulses in Sri Lanka

L.L.P.S. LOKUGE, H.M.T. HERATH, M.D.W. SAMARANAYAKE, R.H.M.K. RATNAYAKE, S.L. LIYANAGE and W.K.S.M. ABEYSEKERA

  • Development of Oat (Avena sativa) Incorporated Set Yoghurt

M.K.S. MALKI, G. PAMUNUWA and J.A.A.C. WIJESINGHE

  • Effect of Microwave Heat Treatment on Sterilization of Low Sugar Mixed Fruit Ready-To-Serve Drink

M.H.M.D.M.L. MEDAGODA, K.H. SARANANDA and S.M.A.C.U. SENARATHNE

  • Effect of Paclobutrazol on Seed Germination and Growth Performance of Ornamental Plant Species; Zinnia elegans L.

T.U. PALIHAWADANA, G. PAMUNUWA and S.A.E.C. WIJESINGHE

  • Optimization of Microspore Isolation Protocol for Local Cassava Genotype

M.A.I. UDAYANGI and P.I.P. PERERA 

  • Morphological and Physicochemical Characterization  and Sensory Attributes of the Cashew Apple of Recommended  Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) Varieties in Sri Lanka

H.P. WALAKULUGE, R.H.M.K. RATNAYAKE and H.M.S.P. HERATH

  • Potential, Knowledge and Perceptions on Native Plants of the Plant Sellers in the Diyatha Flower Market 

L.M.M. RANASINGHE, K. YAKANDAWALA and N.R. ABENAYAKE

  • Effect of Biofilm-R Bio Fertilizer on Grain Yield of Two Rice (Oryza sativa) Varieties

W.V.D.S. EKANAYAKE, B. RANAWEERA and K.H.M.I. KARUNARATHNA

  • In-vitro Propagation of Nymphaea nouchali Brum. f. through Seed Culture

W.D.C.D. WEERASINGHE and P.I.P. PERERA  

  • Field Evaluation of Selected Bio Pesticides for Control of Brinjal Shoot and Pod Borer (Leucinodes orbonalis Guenee)

R.I. DISSANAYAKE, D.M.P.S. DISSANAYAKE, B. RANAWEERA and K.H.M.I. KARUNARATHNE

  • Bio Efficacy Evaluation of Herbicides under Rain- fed Condition in Rice Cultivation

A.N. WANASINGHE, R.M.U.S. BANDARA and R.D.N. DEBARAWATTA

  • Screening Exotic Potato (Solanum tuberosum) Germplasm for Higher Yielding Ability under Kalpitiya Climatic Condition 

B.C.M.A. GAMAGE, A.G.C. BABU and P.I.P. PERERA

Research – 2017

  • Morphometric Analysis of Shrubs:  Identifying Textural Groups for Landscaping

R.M.B.A. Bandara, K. Yakandawala, D.M.D. Yakandawala, N.R. Abeynayake and Attanayake

  • Mapping Plant Cover and Distribution of Prosopis juliflora and Opuntia dillenii in Bundala National Park, Sri Lanka Using Global Positioning System

W.D. Dilshan, B. Ranaweera, W.M.H.K. Wijenayake and P.A.C.N.B. Suraweera

  • Vegetative Propagation Performance of Drumstick (Moringa oleifera) in Different Potting Mixtures

D.M.G.C. Dissanayake and R.D.N. Debarawatta

  • Optimization of Explant Sterilization Protocol for Clonal Propagation of Piper nigrum L.

W.P.D.S. Gunawardhana, D.B.R. Swarnathilaka and P.I.P. Perera

  • Postharvest Quality and Acceptability of ‘Mauritius’ Pineapple Harvested at Different Maturity Stages

M. D. P. Herath, R. H. M. K. Ratnayake, L. A. Rathnayake, K.H. Sarananda and H. M. I. Karunarathna

  • Aloe vera Gel as an Edible Coating to Prolong Shelf Life of Papaya (Carica papaya L.)

A.H.M. Hisham, K.H. Sarananda and S.M.A.C.U. Senarathne

  • Evaluation of Different Rice Genotypes for Upland Cultivation (Sorjan Beds) in Low Country Wet Zone of Sri Lanka

G.W.L. Sandaruwan, M.G.N. Rupasinghe, K.M.A. Muthukumari and R.D.N. Debarawatta

  • Effect of Municipal Solid Waste and Fecal sludge Co-compost Pellet and Powder Forms with Bio Char and Urea on Vegetative Growth of Maize (Zea mays L.)

T.K.D.G. Silva, B. Ranaweera, F. Grau and K.H.M.I. Karunarathne

  • Effect of Nodal Cutting Stage on Mini Tuber Production in Potato (Solanum tuberosum) under Aeroponic Culture

W.A.G.H. Weerasinghe, S.M.A.P. Nawarathne and S.J.B.A. Jayasekera

B.G.S.M. Wijebandara and R.D.N. Debarawatta

  • Efficient Folic Acid Encapsulation in Pectin-Alginate Particles for Incorporation in Beverages

M.A.D.N. Anjalee, G. Pamunuwa and D.N. Karunaratne

  • Studies on Different Factors for Inducing Callogenesis in Leaf Explants of Nymphaea nouchali

A.A.M.P. Athawuda and P.I.P. Perera

  • Drought Tolerance of a Native Plant Helicteres isora L.

R.M.A.L. Bandara, K. Yakandawala and N.R Abeynayake

  • Identification of Natural Enemies Associated with Spiralling Whitefly, Aleurodicus dispersus Russel (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) on Cassava (Manihot esculenta)

D.M.A.P. Dissanayake, K.S. Hemachandra and B. Ranaweera

  • Appropriate Casing Mixture for Improved Growth and Yield of Mushroom Variety Makandura White (Calocybe sp.)

E.M.R.A. Edirisinghe, P. Rajapakshe and R.H.M.K. Ratnayake

  • Chemical and Antioxidant Properties of Cashew Apple of Recommended Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) Varieties in Sri Lanka

S.G.V.D.H. Gunasekara, J.P. Eeswara, R.H.M.K. Ratnayake and H.M.S.P. Herath

  • Antioxidant level of Alternanthera sessilis (Mukunuwenna) as Affected by the Cultivars and Fertilizer Applications

Y.D.A. Jayawardana, K.H. Sarananda and S.M.A.C.U. Senarathne

  • Effect of Different Sawdust Substrates on Growth and Yield of Reishi Mushroom [Ganoderma lucidum (Curtis) P. Karst]

L.A.M.N. Jeewanthi, P. Rajapakse and R.H.M.K. Ratnayake

  • Development of a Vegetarian Instant Soup Powder Fortified with Moringa (Moringa oleifera Lam.) Leaves

P.T. Kannangara, R.J.M.C.N.K. Jayawardana, H.M.C.K.H. Marage, R.H.M.K. Ratnayake and K.H. Sarananda

  • Development and Quality Evaluation of Kiri Ala (Xanthosoma sagittifolium L.), Raja Ala (Dioscorea alata L.) and Wheat Flour Mixed Cookies

D.D.C.I. Karunatilaka, S.A.E.C. Wijesinghe and K.H. Sarananda

  • Suitability of Municipal Solid Waste Co-compost as a Growing Media Amendment for Chinese Evergreen (Aglaonema commutatum L.) Mother Plant Production

D.D.D.N. Maduwanthi, B. Ranaweera, F. Grau and T.J. Grundmann

  • Development and Quality Evaluation of Jam Made from Kirala (Sonneratia caseolaris L.)

D.P.M. Mendis and S.A.E.C. Wijesinghe

  • Formulation and Shelf Life Evaluation of Ready-To-Serve (RTS) Drinks from Averrhoa bilimbi Linn.

M.A.K. Prasadini and S.A.E.C. Wijesinghe

  • Salicylic Acid to Overcome Water Stress in Irrigated Rice (Oryza sativa L.)

M.A.S. Priyangika, W.M.U.K. Rathnayake and S.J.B.A. Jayasekera

  • Enhancing Sensory Properties of Folic Acid Fortified Pineapple Ready-to-Serve Beverage via Encapsulation

A.M.S. Sandamali, G. Pamunuwa and D.N. Karunarathne

  • Production of Inter-Specific Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L. × Solanum pimpinellifolium) Cross Combinations and Screen for Moisture Stress Tolerance at Seedling Stage

S.M.M.M. Weerarathna, H.M.V.T. Welegama and K. Yakandawala

  • Effect of Acidity and Pasteurization Temperature on Microbial Growth in Low Calorie Mango (Mangifera indica) Ready to Serve Drink

M.A. Wijayawickrama, K.H. Sarananda and S.M.A.C.U. Senarathna

  • Effect of Growth Regulators and Energy Source on Androgenesis Induction of Manihot esculenta

G.M.M.L. Jayawardhana and P.I.P. Perera

  • Development of a Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Ready-To-Serve Beverage with No Artificial Preservatives

M.Z.F. Zamla and G. Pamunuwa

  • Release Behaviour of Folic Acid from Pectin-Alginate (1:1(w/w)) Micro-Particles

G.M.D.P.K. Kukulewa, G. Pamunuwa and D.N. Karunaratne

  • Fortification of Pineapple Ready-To-Serve Beverage with Encapsulated Folic Acid

E.P.C.M. Edirisinghe, G. Pamunuwa and D.N. Karunaratne

  • Rapid Assessment of Flora to Determine the Baselines in Mailawewa Reservoir of Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka

I.B.D.C. Senarathna, K. Yakandawala, D. Yakandawala and S. Jayakody

  • Studies on Germination of Stem Cuttings of Anacardium occidentale L. (Cashew)

K.V.G.L.M.C. Jayawardana and P.I.P.  Perera

  • Perfecting Packaging Material and Storage Temperature for Postharvest Life of Temple Flower (Plumeria rubra L.)

W.M.T.N. Wickramasinghe, L.N.S. Perera, S.A. Krishnarajah and K. Yakandawala.

  • Effect of Microwave Heat Treatment on Microbial Stability of Medium Sugar Mango Ready-to-Serve Drink Filled in PET Bottles

A.W.M.C.L.K. Wijekoon, K.H. Sarananda and S.M.A.C.U. Senarathne

  • Pest Control Potential of Lunumidella (Melia dubia) Leaf Extract

T.D.D. Kulawardhana, R.D.N. Debarawatta and G. Pamunuwa

  • Effect of Pre-treatment Microwave Heating on Dehydration Rate and Quality of Dehydrated Papaya (Carica papaya L.)

H.S. Godakumbura, K.H. Sarananda and S.M.A.C.U. Senarathna

  • Effect of Pre-treatments on Minimally Processed Ripe Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllusBulbs Stored at Modified Atmosphere

A.G.P. Sewwandi, K.H. Sarananda and S.M.A.C.U. Senarathna

  • Effect of Commercial Floral Preservatives on Vase Life of Selected Cut Flowers and Cut Foliage

M.F. Faseeha, R.H.M.K. Ratnayake and D.H.C. Perera

  • A Pollen Study in Some Cultivars of Two Orchid Genera, Dendrobium and Oncidium

S.A.M.C. Surendra and P.I.P. Perera

  • Effect of Organic and Inorganic Cultivation Methods on Long Bean (Vigna unguiculataProduction

I.P.M.K. Maduwanthi, B. Ranaweera and K.H.M.I. Karunarathne

Research – 2016

  • Effect of Different Growing Media on Germination and Growth of Avocado (Persea americana Mill.) Nursery Plants

K.A.S.L. Abeyrathna, E.R.S.P. Edirimanna and S.A.E.C. Wijesinghe

  • Identification of the Pathogen and Fungicidal Screening for Control of New Leaf Disorder in Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) Nursery Plants

G.A.S.I. Abeysinghe and B. Ranaweera

  • Farmers Awareness on Agrochemical Usage and Its Effect on Human Health within Kurunegala District

I.B.I.R.R.T. Bandara and R.D.N. Debarawatta

  • Control of Contamination and Browning in Micropropagation of Cashew (Anacardium occidentale L.) using Axillary Buds

D.M.N.S. Dissanayake and P.I.P. Perera

  • Effects of Horticultural Therapy on Hope and Wellbeing of Hospitalized Patients

T.D. Fernando, K.Yakandawala and T.M. Hangawattha

  • Performance of Selected Ornamental Plants under Flood and Drought Conditions

E.N.M. Karunarathna and K. Yakandawala

  • Effect of Silicon Based Postharvest Treatments on the Longevity of Selected Cut Flowers

K.C.S. Kulathilaka, R.H.M.K. Ratnayake and A.A.T.B. Amarasinghe

  • Evaluation of Sensory Attributes and Shelf life of Cashew Apple Chutney (Anacardium occidentale L.)

P.V.N. Madhushani, S.A.E.C. Wijesinghe and D.P.S.T.G. Attanayaka

  • Exploration of Consumer Perception of Vegetables in Gampaha District

M.A.G.D. Mapitigama, R.D.N. Debarawatta and J.C. Edirisinghe

  • The Effect of Coating with Hexanal Vapour on Quality Retention of Mango (Mangifera indica L.)

W.S.C. Perera, I.G.N. Hewajulige, S. Wilson Wijeratnam And R.H.M.K. Ratnayake

  • Visitor Perceptions and Accessibility for Disables in the Children’s Park, Jaffna

Raguram and K. Yakandawala

  • Induction of Somatic Embryogenesis in the Anther-Derived Calli of Bitter Gourd (Momordica charantia L.)

D.G.D.C. Rankothge, H.M.P.S. Kumari and P.I.P. Perera

  • Vegetative and Reproductive Characteristics of Locally Developed Chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) Varieties under Organic Farming System

U.S. Rathnasekara, K.N. Kannangara, P.I.P. Perera

  • Sterilization Protocol for the Sri Lankan Green Algae Caulerpa racemosa and Its Antioxidant Activity

Sathiyakumar, K.W. Samarakoon, S.J.B.A. Jayasekera, P. Ranasinghe and R.M. Dharmadasa

  • Effect of MSW-FS Co-compost Pellet and Powder Forms with Different Nitrogen Enrichment Levels and Inorganic Fertilizers on Growth and Yield of Radish (Raphanus sativus L.) Variety Big Ball

S.D.A.S. Senadhipathirage, B. Ranaweera and K.H.M.I. Karunarathne

  • Effect of Nitric Oxide on Root and Shoot Development of Citrus medica Seedlings

W.W.K.D. Siriwardhana and S.J.B.A. Jayasekera

  • Effect of Natural Extracts and Plant Growth Regulators on Dendrobium Orchids

P.I. Ranawake, D.A. Shirani and S.J.B.A. Jayasekera

  • Field Evaluation of Selected Bio Pesticides for the Control of Leaf Curl Virus Disease in Capsicum (Capsicum annuum L.)

D.H.C. Perera and B. Ranaweera

  • Propagation of Brachiaria subquadripara (Trin.) Hitchc. for Establishment in National Parks of Sri Lanka

L.A.M.N. Dulshani, B. Ranaweera and K.H.M.I. Karunarathne

  • Effect of Casing Mixtures on Yield of Button Mushroom (Agaricus bisporus)

K.W.S. Jayanga, R.I.G. Udayanga and S.J.B.A. Jayasekera

  • Performance Evaluation of Fresh Ginger (Zingiber officinale) for Storage under Selected Methods

J.A.S.N.P. Jayawickrama, A.S.A. Salgadoe and T. Fernando

  • Optimization of Sterilization and Regeneration Protocol in Micropropagation of Agave angustifolia

E.M.E.G.P.M. Ekanayake, A.M.K.B. Attanayake and P.I.P. Perera

  • Effect of Nitrogen Enrichment Levels of Municipal Solid Waste Co-compost on Traditional Rice (Oryza sativa) Variety Suwandel

R.M.J. Rathnayake and B. Ranaweera

  • Aloe vera Gel Coating to Enhance Shelf life of Papaya (Carica papaya L.)

D.M.A.E.I. Dewagedara, S.A.E.C. Wijesinghe and R.H.M.K. Rathnayake

  • Effect of Neem Extract in Controlling Flea Beetle (Phyllotreta cruciferae) in Radish (Raphanus sativus) and Other Major Pests of Horticultural Crops

R.M.M.S. Jayathilaka, R.D.N. Debarawatta and S.J.B.A. Jayasekera

  • Evaluation of Some Ecological Parameters of Some Selected Eco Systems Invaded by Prosopis juliflora in Bundala National Park of Sri Lanka

T.D.P.C. Gunarathna, B. Ranaweera, P.A.C.N.B. Suraweera  and K.H.M.I. Karunarathna

  • Suitability Evaluation of Affordable Organic Materials as Substrates to Multiply Trichoderma spp. in Soil

M.H.M. Shilmy and A.S.A. Salgadoe

  • Effect of Micronutrients on Growth and Flower Production of Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium)

W.M.T.K. Wickramasinghe, G.D.G. Chathurani and K. Yakandawala

  • Antioxidant Properties and Mineral Contents of Selected Plant Species used in Green Leafy Porridge Kola Kenda

W.M.D. Ruwanmali, J.P. Eeswara and R.H.M.K. Ratnayake

  • Morphological and Molecular Characterization of Colletotrichum Species Causing Anthracnose in Soursop (Annona muricata)

W.M.D. Ruwanmali, J.P. Eeswara and R.H.M.K. Ratnayake

  • Effect of Nitric Oxide on Root and Shoot Development of Rambutan (Naphelium lappaceum) Seedlings

G.M. Hatharasinghe and S.J.B.A. Jayasekera

  • Performance of Ethylene Non- Sensitive Cut Flowers and Foliage as Affected by Silicon- based Postharvest Treatments

D.M.P.S. Dissanayake, R.H.M.K. Ratnayake and A.A.T.B. Amarasinghe

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