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

Comparative Analysis of the Nutritional Profiles of Selected Solanum Species Grown in Sri Lanka

2021 ◽  
pp. 103847
Author(s):  
Harshani Nadeeshani ◽  
Gamini Samarasinghe ◽  
Swarna Wimalasiri ◽  
Renuka Silva ◽  
Danny Hunter ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Solanum Species ◽  
Nutritional Profiles

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.

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.

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 The Development Trajectories of Thailand and Sri Lanka: A Comparative Analysis

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 395-416
Author(s):  
Reena Marwah ◽  
Sanika Sulochani Ramanayake
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Political Stability ◽  
Income Group ◽  
Middle Income ◽  
Middle Income Group ◽  
Key Policy ◽  
Key Drivers ◽  
Fdi Policies ◽  
Development Trajectories

The raison d’être to compare the development trajectories of two Asian economies, viz. Thailand and Sri Lanka, stems from the fact that both countries are in the middle-income level. Hence, a comparative analysis of the development trajectories of the two countries during 2009–2019, both being neighbours with religious and cultural affinities, as well as members in Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC), has been undertaken. The key objective is to decipher key policy lessons for Sri Lanka (which has been in the lower middle-income group) from Thailand’s development path (which has placed the latter in the upper middle-income group). This article also elucidates the key drivers of economic growth along with the challenges that the two countries must contend with, to attain higher growth levels. Economic drivers, such as tourism, foreign direct investment (FDI) policies and political stability are concomitant for their development.

Early Makuria Research Project. Royal ornaments of the Late Antique African kingdom, Early Makuria, Nubia (AD 450–550)

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 687-718 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joanna Then-Obłuska
Keyword(s):  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Sri Lanka ◽  
South India ◽  
Glass Beads ◽  
Late Antique ◽  
Research Project ◽  
Marine Mollusk ◽  
Metal Sheets ◽  
The Mediterranean ◽  
Mollusk Shell

After the fall of the Meroe kingdom, three entities – Nobadia, Early Makuria, and Alwa (Alodia) – emerged in northeast Africa between the 4th and the 6th centuries AD. Richly furnished elite cemeteries with tombs of the Nobadian kings are known from Qustul and Ballaña in Lower Nubia (Emery and Kirwan 1938), but until now no royal tombs of Early Makuria have been identified. A comparative analysis of some recently excavated adornments and ornaments from the tumulus cemetery of el-Zuma in Upper Nubia have now enabled the Early Makuria royal tombs (AD 450–550) to be placed there. The assemblages from three large tumuli are dominated by personal adornments (beads, pendants, earrings, chains, crosses, and a ring), royal regalia (cabochons and settings), and other decorated items (metal sheets, an intarsia and ivory gaming pieces). Apart from beads of various materials, like marine mollusk shell, ostrich eggshell, faience and stone, which were made probably in local workshops, the remaining items were imports from the Mediterranean and Sri Lanka/South India (glass beads in the latter case). Moreover, many of the decorated objects and the techniques used to make them find parallels in the elite Nobadian cemeteries of Qustul and Ballaña, hinting at the royal origin of some of the Early Makuria tomb owners at el-Zuma. These parallels induce the thought that there was a single workshop in late antique Nubia producing artifacts for the elite.

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