Lagerstroemia speciosa (pride of India).

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julissa Rojas-Sandoval
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Farming Systems ◽  
Paddy Rice ◽  
Deciduous Tree ◽  
Medium Size ◽  
Lagerstroemia Speciosa ◽  
Rate Of Growth ◽  
Dry Areas ◽  
Ornamental Trees ◽  
Water Tanks

Abstract L. speciosa is a medium-size to large deciduous tree distributed throughout India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, except for dry areas. The rate of growth is moderate and the trees grow best on deep, rich, well-drained alluvial loam, with sufficient moisture. The timber is used for buildings, ships, boats, dug-out canoes, bridges, water tanks, railway wagons, bus bodies, turnery, cooperage and many other purposes. L. speciosa is suitable for afforestation of sites prone to dampness and waterlogging, and can be grown successfully from seed, seedlings and stump plants. It is used in farming systems, as it is particularly suited to paddy rice agroforestry. L. speciosa is one of the most beautiful ornamental trees when in flower and is widely planted in India in gardens, parks, homesteads and avenues.

Ailanthus altissima (tree-of-heaven).

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soraya Constán Nava
Keyword(s):  
Deciduous Tree ◽  
Ailanthus Altissima ◽  
Medium Size ◽  
Pioneer Species ◽  
Juvenile Growth ◽  
High Ability ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Urban Amenity ◽  
Weedy Species ◽  
Very High

Abstract A. altissima, native to China, is a short to medium-size deciduous tree valued chiefly for timber, shade and urban amenity plantings. It is tolerant of drought, poor soils and pollution and so can be grown in difficult urban locations, although it is considered as a potentially weedy species in the USA (Shah, 1997). It is an aggressive pioneer species, characterized by rapid juvenile growth and prolific seed production and has a very high ability to coppice once established. It requires well-aerated and moist soils to produce good, single-stemmed trees.

scholarly journals Traditional Sri Lankan fermented buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) milk gel (Meekiri): technology, microbiology and quality characteristics

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hasitha Priyashantha ◽  
C. S. Ranadheera ◽  
D. M. D. Rasika ◽  
Janak K. Vidanarachchi
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Dairy Product ◽  
Microbiological Quality ◽  
Farming Systems ◽  
Storage Conditions ◽  
Quality Characteristics ◽  
Buffalo Milk ◽  
Food Culture ◽  
Cow Milk ◽  
Sri Lankan

AbstractMeekiri (sometimes also known as Mee-Deekiri); fermented buffalo milk gel is a deep-rooted dairy product in Sri Lankan food culture and the production of Meekiri plays an integral part in the livelihood of rural farming. Meekiri consumption is widespread irrespective of geographic boundaries, across the cultural and/or ethnic communities. In Sri Lanka, buffalo milk is predominantly used in producing Meekiri, where production has been specialized in various geographic areas in the country, associated with major buffalo farming regions. Physicochemical and microbiological quality attributes are apparent to differ in Meekiri according to varying production regions, processing techniques and storage conditions. The mouthfeel and taste of Meekiri are widely accepted to be thicker and creamier with a pleasant note and is whiter in colour compared to fermented cow milk gel/yoghurt. Since Meekiri production is localized in Sri Lanka and available as traditional know-how at the primary production level, up-to-date comprehensive scientific literature that accounts for processing and detailed product quality characteristics is lacking. Hence, this review evaluates and outlines updated information about the Meekiri production, associated buffalo farming systems, quality characteristics of Meekiri including physicochemical, sensorial and microbiological aspects in the final product.

scholarly journals An assessment of relative efficiency of banks in Sri Lanka

2012 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 357-372
Author(s):  
Lalith Seelanatha ◽  
Weerasinghe Hilary Elmo Silva
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Relative Efficiency ◽  
Banking Industry ◽  
Medium Size ◽  
Data Envelopment ◽  
Financial Reforms ◽  
Managerial Efficiency ◽  
Managerial Decisions ◽  
Parametric Data ◽  
Scale Of Operation

This paper examines how the financial reforms introduced throughout last 30 year period have improved the managerial efficiency of firms in the banking industry in Sri Lanka. Using non-parametric data envelopment analysis (DEA), this study estimated relative efficiency of banking firms in Sri Lanka using a sample of data collected from 20 year cross section (1989-2008). The study found that the banks in Sri Lanka have recorded relatively higher level of efficiency. Both managerial decisions and scale of operation have been equally contributed to the recorded inefficiency. We found that large banks were relatively more efficient than small banks. However, medium size banks were recorded relatively lower levels of efficiency which were mainly contributed by the managerial factor.

Assessment of Yield Loss in Green Gram (Vigna radiata (L.) R. Wilczek) Cultivation and Estimation of Weed-Free Period for Eco-Friendly Weed Management

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 22
Author(s):  
Pubudu Kumara ◽  
Kandiah Pakeerathan ◽  
Liyanage P. P. Deepani
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Weed Management ◽  
Vigna Radiata ◽  
Yield Loss ◽  
Animal Feed ◽  
Block Design ◽  
Farming Systems ◽  
Grain Legumes ◽  
Green Gram ◽  
Pests And Diseases

Green gram (Vigna radiata (L.) R. Wilczek) is one of the most economically important grain legumes of the traditional farming systems of Sri Lanka because it is a cheap source of protein and animal feed, and sustains soil fertility by fixing atmospheric nitrogen. Weeds are one of the major problems in green gram cultivation, reducing the yield through competition, interference with harvest and harboring pests and diseases. Controlling of weeds by applying herbicides would definitely cause unexpected damage to human health and the abundant biodiversity of Sri Lanka. Therefore, an investigation was planned to evaluate the yield loss due to weeds and to determine the optimum weed free period to minimize the yield losses. Two experiments were performed. The first experiment was conducted to determine the effects of different weed functional groups on the yield of green gram. In the second experiment, weeds were continuously hand weeded and areas kept weed free. In the third, weeds were allowed to compete with green gram until 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6 weeks after cultivation. All the treatments were conducted in randomized complete block design with three replicates. The data collected on types of weed, number of pods and pod weight at 3–6 weeks after planting (WAP) were analyzed using the SAS 9.4 statistical package, and DMRT was performed to determine the best treatment combination. The results from the first experiment showed that average yield loss due to total weed populations was 54.77%. Yield loss due to grasses alone was 46.56%, far worse than broad leaves (16.49%) and sedges (18.01%) at p < 0.05. Crop stand count at 3–4 WAP was not significantly different among treatments. However, biomass weight of 50 plants, number of pods in 50 plants and grain weight of 10 plants were found to be significantly different after 3–4 WAP in weed free conditions at p < 0.05%. When the weed free period increased, the yield was increased until 3 WAP; thereafter, not significant yield increment was observed. In contrast, yield steeply declined in plots that had weeds until 3 WAP. According to the results of the present study, it can be concluded that the critical weed free period from the planting of green gram is 3 WAP. Maintaining a weed free period for 3–4 weeks is recommended to minimize the yield loss of green gram at minimal weed management cost.

scholarly journals An Analysis of the Paddy/Rice Value Chains in Sri Lanka

2016 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 105-126 ◽  
Author(s):  
S.M.P. Senanayake ◽  
S.P. Premaratne
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Paddy Rice ◽  
Value Chains

Fate of Pesticides in Combined Paddy Rice-Fish Pond Farming Systems in Northern Vietnam

2012 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. 515-525 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Anyusheva ◽  
Marc Lamers ◽  
Nguyen La ◽  
Van Vien Nguyen ◽  
Thilo Streck
Keyword(s):  
Farming Systems ◽  
Paddy Rice ◽  
Fish Pond ◽  
Northern Vietnam ◽  
Rice Fish

scholarly journals Characterization and challenges of livestock farming in Mediterranean protected mountain areas (Sierra Nevada, Spain)

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. e0601
Author(s):  
Francisco A. Ruiz ◽  
Marta Vázquez ◽  
Jose A. Camuñez ◽  
Jose M. Castel ◽  
Yolanda Mena
Keyword(s):  
Sierra Nevada ◽  
Protected Area ◽  
Farming Systems ◽  
Social Recognition ◽  
Production Costs ◽  
Medium Size ◽  
Livestock Farming ◽  
Mountain Areas ◽  
Livestock Farming Systems ◽  
Grazing Lands

Aim of study: To characterize and analyse the extensive livestock farming systems in environmental protected area and propose strategies for their sustainable improvement.Area of study: Sierra Nevada Protected Area (Spain)Material and methods: Data were collected from a sample of 85 farmers and 48 experts. The information from farmers was expressed in 35 variables, 23 of which were qualitative and 12 quantitative. A multivariate analysis was conducted.Main results: The principal components explained 71.2% of the total variance and the k-means cluster analysis identified three groups: C1 (38 farms), medium-size farms with a predominance of goats and relative dairy specialization; C2 (12 farms), large-size farms with extensive grazing lands, a high proportion of meat purpose animals and managed by young and dynamic farmers and C3 (35 farms), medium-size farms with a high proportion of meat purpose animals and undeveloped business management. The main problems reported were: insufficient pastures for livestock, stagnation of product prices, lack of generational renewal and need for social recognition of livestock farming. These obstacles could be overcome by implementing measures aimed at improving feed self-sufficiency -and thus reduce production costs- increasing income through social recognition of farming, achieving product differentiation, and strengthening short marketing channels. This would be favoured by an increase in associationism and specialized training.Research highlights: Farm management and marketing are important for improve these farming systems. The extensive livestock farming continues to be an important activity in European protected mountain areas.

scholarly journals Comparative Analysis of Sustainability in Paddy Monoculture and Paddy-Maize Rotation Farming Systems in Sri Lanka

2021 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 265
Author(s):  
S. P. Dissanayake ◽  
L. H. P. Gunaratne ◽  
T. Sivanathewer ◽  
G. A. S. Ginigaddara
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Farming Systems
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