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DEVELOPMENT OF COW URINE - DUNG MIXTURE AND BANANA PSEUDOSTEM ENRICHED ORGANIC FERTILIZER FOR IMPROVING GROWTH PARAMETERS OF OKRA (Abelmoschus esculentus)

JAYASINGHE, H.D.A. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

This experiment was carried out to study develop an organic liquid soil enhancer using organic waste materials from the agriculture animal and crop farms and to find the effect of formulated fertilizer. [n this study, ...

THE GREEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP ADOPTION AMONG AGRO-BASED INDUSTRIES IN WEERAKETIYA DIVISIONAL SECRETARIAT DIVISION, HAMBANTOTA DISTRICT

SATHSARANI, M.H.S. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

A study was carried out to find out the green entrepreneurship adoption among agro based industries in Weeraketiya DS division, Hambantota. By following a random sampling procedure, 90 agro-based entrepreneurs were ...

PREPARATION OF BIOCHAR COMPOSITE FOR SLOW RELEASE FERTILIZER

WIJESINGHE, W.P.H.T. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

The overuse of nitrogen fertilizers, most frequently urea, has been identified as a major source of radiative nitrogen (Nr), which is responsible for catastrophic environmental effects owing to leaching, volatilization, ...

DEVELOPMENT OF THE SOIL FERTILITY ORGANIC ENHANCEMENT PELLETS BY USING WATER HYACINTH (Eichhornia crassipes), FISH WASTE POWDER AND ERP FOR OKRA

IMASHA, P.G.C. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

Chemical fertilizers cause a slew of societal and environmental problems, and it is urged to explore the potential of locally available substances to supplement major nutrients to the crops. Water hyacinth (Eichhornia ...

EFFECT OF DIFFERENT GRINDING TECHNIQUES AND PRE- GRIND CONDITIONS ON THE QUALITY OF CINNAMON POWDER (Cinnamomum zeyIanicam Blume)

LAKMALI, W.K.T. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

The cinnamon powder comes from the inner bark of cinnamon trees. Among the commonly used strategies, hammer mill and pin mill are the grinding methods that are mostly practiced. The pre-grind moisture content and ...

EFFICIENCY OF COMBINED USE OF COW DUNG AND TEA WASTE ON SEED GERMINATION AND SEEDLING PERFORMANCE OF CORIANDER (Coriandrum sativum L.) IN SANDY REGOSOL

KUMARI, U.B.K.U. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

The pot experiment was carried out to study the efficiency of combined use of cow dung and tea waste on seed germination and seedling performance of coriander (Coriandrum sativum L.) and also study the best ratio of ...

ACHIEVING GREATER BENEFITS AND EFFICIENCY BY REDUCING CHEMICALS USED IN THE CLEAN IN PROCESS IN MILCO (Pvt) Ltd

RASINGOLLA, R.W.M.M.H. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

Cleaning in place (CIP) is a method of cleaning inner surfaces of piping, vessel, equipment, and associated fitting with disassembly. Although, the CIP processes have been studied continually to improve efficiency for ...

A STUDY ON USAGE OF POULTRY MANURE IN BEAN CULTIVATION IN KANDY DISTRICT

RANASINGHE, R.W.M.P.D. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

This research study was carried out to investigate the usage of poultry manure in bean cultivation in Kandy district. By following a random sampling procedure, 80 vegetable farmers were selected, and data on socio ...

EFFECT OF SALICYLIC ACID APPLICATION ON MANAGEMENT OF CHILLI LEAF CURL COMPLEX (Capsicum annuum L.)

YONISKA, SANTHIRAKUMAR (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

Chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) is a significant cash crop in Sri Lanka, however, Chilli Leaf Curl Virus Disease (CLCVD) limits its output and productivity. Against chilli leaf curl virus vectors, several insecticides are ...

PERCEPTION, KNOWLEDGE AND ADAPTATION STRATEGIES OF PADDY FARMERS TOWARD CLIMATE CHANGE: A STUDY IN PUTTALAM DISTRICT

DILSHANI, S.C.T (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

Agriculture plays vital role in the world economy as well as the local economy. Paddy cultivation is one of the crucial components of agriculture. Due to COVID-19, there was an economic crisis in the country. The price ...

AWARENESS AND ADOPTION OF IMPROVED TECHNOLOGIES AMONG SMALLHOLDER RUBBER FARMERS IN SEETHAWAKA DS DIVISION, COLOMBO DISTRICT

PANAGODA, N.H. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

A study was carried out to identify rubber farmers' awareness and adoption of improved technologies in the Seethawaka DS division, Colombo District. By following a random sampling procedure, 100 rubber farmers were ...

POTTING MEDIA AND THE PROPAGATION METHODS IMPROVE THE YIELD AND GROWTH OF Rhynchoglossum gardneri

BHAGYA, M.R. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

The Rhynchoglossum gardneriis a small genus in the family Gesneriaceae native to Sri Lanka. This is wild flora but has aesthetic foliage and flowering structure. This research study was conducted as two experiments. ...

GROWTH AND YIELD PERFORMANCE OF OKRA FERTILIZED WITH AZOLLA AND COW DUNG LIQUID FERTILIZER

THAMEERA, I.V.N. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

This research was conducted to evaluate the efficiency of a liquid organic fertilizer using Azolla (Azolla pinnata) and cow dung on $owth and yield of okra. The experiment was carried out during February 2023 to April ...

PROPAGATION OF LIPSTICK PLANT (Aeschynanthus radicans) FROM VEGETATIVE AND SEED IN DIFFERENT POTTING MIXTURES TO ENHANCE THE GROWTH

SAMARANAYAKA, K.G.D. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

The lipstick plant (Aeschynanthus radicarzs) is an ornamental flowering plant. In the local and international tropical plant markets, the species Aeschynanthus radicans has a high economic value as a flowering hanging ...

Liquid Fertilizer from Mexican Sunflower plant (Tithonia diversifolia) and Effectiveness in Amaranthus cultivation

Madhuwanthi, H.A.P. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

The research study was aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of liquid fertilizer prepared using Mexican sunflower plant. It is a weed plant. The experiment was carried out during January 2023 to March 2023 at the ...

ASSESSMENT OF GROUND WATER QUALITY IN KIRANKULAM AREA OF BATTICALOA, SRI LANKA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO CATION CONCENTRATIONS, pH, EC, TDS, AND TURBIDITY

SANJAYAN, KANGATHARAN (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

This study intended to evaluate the suitability of groundwater for agriculture and drinking purposes in Kirankulam village of Batticaloa district. To achieve this, groundwater samples were collected from 60 sampling ...

OPTIMIZATION OF POTTING MEDIUM FOR ACCLIMATIZATION TISSUE CULTURE OF BANANA (Musa acuminata)

MALINDIKA, W.K.M. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

This experiment was conducted to optimize the potting medium and environmental conditions for acclimatization tissue cultured banana plants (Musa acuminate). This experiment was conducted in the farm area located in ...

FORMULATION OF LIQUID MEDIA TO GROW ENDOPHYTIC MICROORGANISMS TO BE USED AGAINST COMMON FOLIAR PATHOGENS OF RUBBER (Hevea brasiliensis)

VIDUSHIKA, K.A.L (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

Leaf foliar pathogens have very destructive effect on rubber plant growth and yield losses. Although chemical methods have been developed to control the pathogen but they have many limitations due to health hazards and ...

PRODUCTION OF JELLY CRYSTALS WITH THE USE OF ALOE VERA (Aloe barbadensis miller)

LAKSHIKA MADHUSHANI, W. (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

This research study was conducted to produce jelly crystals with the use of aloe vera with an aims to investigate the potential of aloe vera jelly crystals as a functional food ingredient. Aloe vera is a succulent plant ...

DEVELOPMENT OF A SPICY CHEESE SPREAD INCORPORATED WITH RED CHILLI (Capsicum frutescens)

KARUNATHILAKA, M.K.V.D (Faculty of Technology, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2023)

In Sri Lanka, the use of spices in processed cheese has been shown to increase the value of the product. One such addition is red chilli powder, which not only enhances consumer preference but also has beneficial effects ...

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