International Symposium 2018 EMERGING TRENDS IN EDUCATION AND LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE which covers the theme of ‘Re-Engineering Libraries to Align with Transitioning Educational & Technological Paradigms’
Sathuja, S.; Thirumaran, S.; Niroash, G.; Sugirtharan, M.(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Water sustainability is a global imperative, given the rising demand for freshwater, which
constitutes merely 1% of the earth's water and is essential for human use. Sri Lanka's dry
zones contend with severe droughts, ...
Munasinghe, V.U; Liyanage, M.R(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
The population of the global is predicted to grow daily and reach 9.3 bilion people by the
year 2050. Thus, in order to ensure a sufficient supply of food, agricultural productivity
needs to be raised. In addition, the ...
Epitakumbura1, P.D.; Chandrasiri, R.S.; Amarasinghe, A.A.Y.; Dharmasena1, H.A.Y.B.; Galahitigama, G.A.H.(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Cabbage (Brassica oleracea L.) is a globally significant vegetable crop, particularly in
temperate regions like Sri Lanka. The main objective of this study is to identify the most
suitable fertilizer mixture for high-density ...
Lakshitha, A.A.; Liyanage, M.R.; Samarakoon2, E.R.J.(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Sri Lanka is a luxuriant tropical land with the potential for the cultivation and hence
agriculture is considered as one of the best prospect sectors of the country. To maximize the
yield from the crops, a proper ...
Thisera, I.G.A; Vijitha, V; Lasantha, K(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Excessive use of chemical fertilizers in agriculture causes several environmental and health problems. Furthermore, organic fertilizers have become an alternative due to the high cost of chemical fertilizers. Therefore, ...
Elilini1, S.; Thivyatharsan, R.; Niroash, G.(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
The invasive water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) poses a significant challenge to Sri
Lanka's water bodies, leading to severe blockages in irrigation and fishing activities. Hence,
this study explored composting as a ...
Dissanayaka, D.M.T.G; Bawatharani, R(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Solar drying is a commonly used drying method. However, it has limitations such as dependency on weather conditions and uneven drying thus causing postharvest losses. Therefore, the objectives of this study were to design ...
Samarawickrama1, I.G.K.J.; Tharminath2, N.; Yathusa1, R.; Niroash, G.; Sugirtharan, M.(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
This study investigates the effects of various mulching materials under drip irrigation on the
growth and yield performance of yard-long beans (Vigna unguiculata) cultivated under a
drip irrigation system, employing a ...
Kavithanjali, U; Delina, P.J.E(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Climate change emerges as a severe threat, particularly affecting South Asia's agriculture, including Sri Lanka. Variations in rainfall pose a tangible risk, impacting crop yield and water management in a significant manner. ...
Silva1, A.H.A.T.E. De; Gnanavelrajah1, N.; Ketheesan, B.; Kajeevan, K.; Rivenderan, M.(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
The necessity for natural or biological fertilizers instead of synthetic fertilizers arises from
the growing demand for food and awareness of environmental pollution due to inorganic
fertilizers. In order to increase ...
Jayathilaka, D.D.S.N.; Premanandarajah, P.(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Nutrient leaching is a phenomenon, where essential elements that important for the plant
growth are lost from the soil with percolating water through the soil profile. Sandy regosols
are characterized by inadequate water ...
Patabandi, O.P.V.H; Edirisinghe, J.C(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
The COVID pandemic and subsequent economic crisis have increased food prices extensively in Sri Lanka and hence has been noted as a country with one of the highest food inflations in the world. This has dire effects on the ...
Thevasena, V; Thivahary, G(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Banana, an ancient fruit, has evolved into one of the world's most widely cultivated, traded, and consumed fruits. Its popularity is particularly noteworthy in Sri Lanka, where it is the most widely grown and consumed ...
Dilini Jayaweera1, Dhanushka; Kuganathan2, Sivashanthini; Gunawickrama3, K.B. Suneetha; Evenset4, Anita(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Increasing contaminants such as heavy metals in seafood represent a concern for food safety.
Therefore, measurement of Cd levels in edible tissues may help adopt a selective
consumption that diminishes health risks. This ...
Anthony, C.J.M; Thivahary, G; Divyapratha, G(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Coconut is a major plantation product in Sri Lanka. Every district grows coconut, and the coconut triangle spanning the districts of Kurunegala, Puttalam, and Gampaha accounting for about 55% of the total area planted to ...
Weerasingha, W.K.A.K.H.; Premakumar, K.(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
The study aimed to create a viable alternative to dairy-based condensed milk using chickpea
milk and sesame milk. Chickpeas are a wise food option because of their health-promoting
elements, consumption of chickpeas ...
Abeywickrama, L.M; Siriwardena, B.P; Sandika, A.L; Vidanapathirana, N.P(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
The use of technology in education has resulted in diverse learning modalities, with blended learning gaining popularity in academic settings. Perceived usefulness refers to people's perceptions of how valuable a specific ...
Shireen, M.F.R.; Premakumar, K.(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
Paneer is produced through the coagulation of milk using heat and acid. Coconut milk has
several nutritional benefits and is a superior source of a number of crucial components
(vitamins). The objective of this study is ...
Jayathilaka, C.Y; Premakumar, K.(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
This research explores the development and quality assessment of a beverage using date seed
powder as a caffeine-free alternative to traditional coffee. The production process involves
the extraction of date seed powder ...
Hamsayini1, T.; Gunathilake2, Champathi; Jemziya2, M.B. Fathima(Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2024-03-06)
The present study intended to design a healthy bar enhanced with rice flakes and moringa
leaf powder. Formulations were created using the ratio based on a preliminary trial of
moringa leaf powder and rice flakes T1 (0:35), ...