Conferences/Symposia 

2024

1. S. Vaithehi, K. Pakeerathan and G. Mikunthan (2024) Extending shelf-life of Trichoderma viride pers. broth formula using different parts of tamarind, Tamarindus indica L. to scale-up commercial production, Proceedings of the International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment (ISAE) 2024, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, 10th May 2024,1(1), Pp99

2. Thanuja S., Nirosha T. , Pakeerathan K. and Mikunthan G. (2024) Management of root-knot, Meloidogyne incognita in tomatoes using medicinal plant-based compost, Proceedings of the 11th Ruhuna International Science & Technology Conference, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka, Volume 11, 24th January 2024, 11(1), Pp82

3. Abeysingha A.M.S.U., Mikunthan G. and Pakeerathan K. (2024) Determination of growing media for black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) production using organic waste ingredients, Proceedings of the 11th Ruhuna International Science & Technology Conference, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka , 24th January 2024, 11(1), Pp08

4. Withana W.A.T.N, Pakeerathan K., Fernando W.M.K., Kumarasinghe K.M.T.M.,Tillakaratne J.B.D.Y. (2024) Development of Trichoderma based bulb treatment for the management of anthracnose and white rot in onion (Allium cepa L.), Proceedings of the 11th Ruhuna International Science & Technology Conference, University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka , 24th January 2024, 11(1), Pp02

5. W.Z. Banu, P.G.H.M.S.N. Herath and S.J. Arasakesary(2024), Evaluation of red onion (Allium ascalonium l. genotypes) (breeding lines) for leaf twister disease, International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research (ICMR 2024)

6. V.S. Dissanayake, H.M.S.N. Herath and S.J. Arasekesary (2024), Morphological and physiological characterization of recommended cowpea (vigna unguiculata l.) varieties in relation with moisture stress, International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research (ICMR 2024)

7. D.R.N. Abeysinghe, S.J. Arasakesary and G. Thirukkumaran (2024), Influence of vernalization in bolting and bulb production of cluster onion (Allium cepa l.) germplasm during yala season in Kilinochchi, International Conference on Multidisciplinary Research (ICMR 2024)

2023

1. Jayasooriya JANC, Suvanthini T, Gajapathy K, Preliminary study to identify shoot and fruit borer (Leucinodes orbonalis Guenee) resistance brinjal varieties in Sri Lanka, 12th Annual Scientific Sessions of the IBMBB 2023, 12(1) page 43.

2. Gunachandra KSR, Suvanthini T, Gajapathy K, Morphological and molecular characterization of Leucinodes orbonalis Guenee (Brinjal Shoot and fruit borer) from selected locations in Sri Lanka, 12th Annual Scientific Sessions of the IBMBB 2023, 12(1) Page 18.

3. Sathsarani KWI, Suvanthini T, Gajapathy K, Characterization of mealybug species associated with different host plants using morphological and molecular methods, 12th Annual Scientific Sessions of the IBMBB 2023, 12(1) page 21 

4. C. Dilogi, K. Pakeerathan, and G. Mikunthan, Production of Liquid Manures Through an Aerobic Biodigester for Leafy Vegetable Growing Hydroponic System Using Bio-Wastes, International Conference on Applied Sciences Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka 2023, 1(1) page 77.

5. Samaraweera, I.D.D.J., Pakeerathan, K., Aruchchunan, N., Mikunthan, G., Management of Free-floating Aquatic Weeds by Making Compost and Testing its Efficacy against Root-knot Nematode on Tomato, 27th International Forestry and Environment Symposium 2023, 27(1), page 49.

6. Thiruchchelvan Nagarathnam,  Seona Casonato, Leo Condron, Romy Moukarzel and Manjula Kularathna. 2023. Plant parasitic nematodes associated with Maize (Zea mays L.) in New Zealand. Proceeding of NZPPS Conference 2023, 8-10 of August 2023,  Rotorua, New Zealand. 

7. M. Arani, S.J. Arasakesary, A. Amirthalojanan and P. Priyatharshini Response of Different Formulations of Fish Tonic Foliar Sprays on Green Chilli (Capsicum annum L.) Yield, 3 rd International Symposium on Agriculture 2023 Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University Sri Lanka 09th March 202,page24

8. M. Aradana, S.J. Arasakesary and G. Thirukkumaran: Study on Seed Setting Performance of Selected Cluster Onion (Allium cepa L.) Cultivars under Vernalization and Non- Vernalization Conditions 3rd International Symposium on Agriculture 2023 Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University Sri Lanka 09th March 202, page 75

9.  S. Lavina1, A. Amirthalojanan2 , S.J. Arasakesary and R. Viharnaa: Nitrogen Enrichment of Organic Compost Through Different Formulated Steps S. Lavina, A. Amirthalojanan, J. Arasakesary and R. Viharna 3rd International Symposium on Agriculture 2023 Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University Sri Lanka 09th March 202,page 193

2022

1. Samuddrika, T.D.Y., Pakeerathan, K., Kathirgamanathar, S.  and Wijeyasiriwardana, T.D.M.C.K. (2022) Adulteration Detection of Cow Ghee with Inferior Commodities. 6th Annual Research Session of IFSTSL- 2022, Institute of Food Science and Technology, Sri Lanka (IFSTSL), 1(1),54-61.

2. Karunasena, P.D.N.S., Pakeerathan, K., Thileepan, T. and G. Mikunthan (2022) Anthelmintic effect of biorationals against the root knot nematode, Meloidogyne incognita colonizing chilli rhizosphere, 4th International Conference of Agricultural Sciences (AgInsight 2022) Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 1(1), 1-4

3. Kanagasabai, V., Pakeerathan, K. and Sashikesh G. (2022) Nano-based 

4. formulation of Acarous calamus rhizome extract and its efficacy on Aspergillus flavus, 4th International Conference of Agricultural Sciences (AgInsight 2022) Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 1(1), 9-12.

5. Halangoda, H.R., Pakeerathan, K. and G. Mikunthan (2022) Impacts of selected pesticides on parthenium beetle, Zygogramma bicolorata pallister under laboratory conditions in Sri Lanka, 4th International Conference of Agricultural Sciences (AgInsight 2022) Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 1(1), 5-8

6. Dilhani, N.D., Nirosha, T. and Pakeerathan, K. (2022) Performance of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal fungi associated with Cymbidium bicolor against salinity stress, Proceedings of 1st Ruhuna International Undergraduate Research Symposium 2022 (RIURES’22), Faculty of Science, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2nd November 2022, Pp30

7. Samuddrika, T.D.Y., Pakeerathan, K., Kathirgamanathar, S. and Wijeyasiriwardana, T.D.M.C.K. (2022) Comparative physico-chemical identification of pure and market cow ghee samples. 6th International Conference on Medicinal Plants, Herbal Products & Hydroponics 2022 (6th ICMPHP)/ 8th International Conference On Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha & Traditional Medicine (8th iCAUST) - 2022, Institute of Indigenous Medicine, University of Colombo, Rajagiriya, Sri Lanka, 1(1),44

8. Tharsika, V., Arasakesary, S.J. and Thirukkumaran, G. (2022), Methods to Improve Seed Sets in Cluster Onion Hybridization, Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture (8th ICDA 2022), Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka, 1(1), 30

9. Arasakesary, S.J., Amirthalojanan, A., Sugirthan, P. and Sivakumar, K. (2022) A Farmer Participatory Study to Identify the Ideal Location/s for Promotion of True Seeds of Cluster Onion (Allium cepa L.) in Jaffna District of Sri Lanka, Proceedings of the 8th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture (8th ICDA 2022), Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka, 1(1), 31 

10. Madushika, U.B., Nirosha, A., Pakeerathan K. and Mikunthan, G. (2022) In-Vitro Investigation on Efficacy of Selected Medicinal Plant Extracts on Rice Blast Fungus Magnaporthe grisea. Proceedings of the 5th National Symposium on Agriculture (5th NSA 2022), Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University Sri Lanka, 1(1), 53.

11. Geethangini, T., Pakeerathan, K. and Mikunthan, G. (2022) Antifungal activities of selected medicinal plants against Colletotrichum gloeosporioides causing Onion Leaf Twister Disease (OLTD), 3rd International Research Conference on Siddha Conference (3rd IRCSM-2022), 1(1), 51.

2021

1. Hemantha Piris, B.G.B. Pakeerathan, K. Sayanthan, S. (2021) Efficacy of Botanical Extracts Against Storage Insect Pest Tribolium confusum (confused flour beetle) and Sitophilus oryzae (Rice Weevil). 1st International Electronic Conference on Entomology (IECE 2021), 1–15 July 2021, https://doi.org/10.3390/xxxxx

2. Amarasena, B. U. N. S.  Pakeerathan, and K. B. Charitha 2021. Oyster mushroom production using agro-based industry’s by-products. 2nd National Symposium on Agro-Technology and Rural sciences 2021 held on 28th June 2021, University of Colombo Institute  for Agro- Technology and Rural Sciences(UCIARS), Hambantota. Pp.25

3. Vinobia,E. Thiruchchelvan,N. Pakeerathan,K. Mikunthan, G.(2021) Screening of Plant Extracts and Oils Against Soft Rot Bacterium, Pectobacterium carotovorum. Proceedings of the 4th National Symposium on Agriculture (NSA 2021), Faculty of Agriculture, Eastern University, Sri Lanka, held on 10th of March 2021. (4): 17

4. Kumara, P. Pakeerathan, K. Deepani, L.P.P(2021) Assessment of Yield Loss in Green Gram (Vigna radiata (L.) R. Wilczek) Cultivation and Estimation of Weed-Free Period for Eco-Friendly Weed Management. 1st International Electronic Conference on Agronomy, 3–17 May 2021 https://doi.org/10.3390/xxxxx 

5. Buddhika, H.D.K. Dharmadasa, R.M. Menuka Arawwawala, L.D.A. Pakeerathan, K. (2021) Phytochemical Properties of Clitoria ternatea L. (Fabaceae)- A Distinct Flower Morphometric Plants Available in Sri Lanka, 1st International Electronic Conference on Agronomy, 3–17 May 2021 https://doi.org/10.3390/xxxxx 

6. Ledchumanakumar, S. Aruchchunan, N. Kandaiah, P. Gunasingham M. (2021) Root Knot Nematode Management Using Chitin Rich Fish Industry by Product in Organic Brinjal Cultivation, 1st International Electronic Conference on Agronomy, 3–17 May 2021 https://doi.org/10.3390/xxxxx 

7. Vijayarasa, J. Pakeerathan, K. Thiruchchelvan, N. Gunasingham M. (2021) Bio- Remediation Agro-Based Industry’s Wastewater and Mass Production of Spirulina (Spirulina platensis (Gomont) Geitler 1925), 1st International Electronic Conference on Agronomy, 3–17 May 2021 https://doi.org/10.3390/xxxxx 

8. Majura, Y. Pakeerathan, K.Mikunthan,G.(2021) In-vitro investigation on efficacy of natural plant extracts to manage rice blast fungus Magnaporthe grisea in organic rice cultivation. http://doi.org/10.4038/sljid.v11i0.8373 

9. Pakeerathan, K. Nirosha, A. Perera, T.V.R.C(2021) Screening of Potential Plant Extracts to Control Common Lab Contaminant Trichoderma spp. Proceedings of the 5th International Conference on Climate Change, held on 18-19th of February 2021. (5): 29

10. Prof. G. Mikunthan (2021) Eco-tech family farming enriched with traditional knowledge using natural resources towards wellbeing of farming communities during pandemic, International Virtual Conference on Transforming Agricultural Advisory Services to Mitigate the Effects of Pandemic for Farmers Welfare [ICTAAS – 2021] organized by VIT School of Agricultural Innovations & Advanced Learning, Vellore, Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chennai, Bule Hora University, Ethiopia & Al Neelain University, Sudan, 12-13 November, 2021

11. Jayasinghe, E. A. M., Kumara, U. M. A., Rodrigo, K. M. D. N. and Thiruchchelvan, N. (2021) ‘Isolation and identification of native antagonistic yeasts as biocontrol agents of postharvest fungal pathogens’, Proceedings of the Annual Research Symposium-2021, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka (ISSN 2815-0481)

12. Dissanayeka, D. M. D., Aruna Kumara, U. M., Wasanab, W. L. N. and Thiruchchelvan, N. (2021) ‘Morphological characterization of local banana cultivars (Musa spp.) grown in north central province of Sri Lanka’, Proceedings of 2021 AUA and 5th ICGSC Academic Conference on Global Strategies for a Resilient and Sustainable Post Pandemic World towards a Better Future for All. 26-27 October 2021, Asian Universities Alliance and School of Strategic and Global Studies, Universitas Indonesia.

13. Pakeerathan, K. 2021. Image Processing a Smart Technology for Early Detection of Crop Pests and Diseases. INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOP ON SMART AGRICULTURE FOR DEVELOPING NATIONS: BROADER PERSPECTIVES AND SPECIAL CHALLENGES FOR ISLAND STATES 11-12 AUGUST, 2021 [VIRTUAL MODE], Centre for Science and Technology of the Non-Aligned and Other Developing Countries (NAM S&T Centre), New Delhi and Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology, Republic of Mauritius, 44-47.

14. Perera, T. V. R. C., Pakeerathan, K. and Nirosha, A. (2021) ‘Eco-friendly management common lab contaminant Trichoderma spp in oyster mushroom production using agrobased industry’s by-products’, Proceedings of The 5th International Conference on Climate Change 2021 – (ICCC 2021) 5(1), pp. 65-71. DOI: https://doi.org/10.17501/2513258X.2021.5105 

15. Vijayakanthan, G., Kokul, T., Pakeerathai, S.  and Pinidiyaarachchi, U. A. J. (2021) ‘Classification of Vegetable Plant Pests using Deep Transfer Learning’, 10th International Conference on Information and Automation for Sustainability (ICIAfS), IEEE Xplore, pp. 167-172, DOI: 10.1109/ICIAfS52090.2021.9606176 Available at: https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/abstract/document/9606176

16. Bramiyah, V., Nirosha. A., Pakeerathan, K. and Mikunthan, G. (2021) ‘Early induction of fruiting body in oyster mushroom Pleurotus ostreatus using plant extracts’, 7th International Conference of Pakistan Phytopathological Society, 21-23 November, 2021, Department of Plant Pathology, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad,1(1), pp. 4.

17. Bramiyah, V., Nirosha. A., Pakeerathan, K. and Mikunthan, G. (2021) ‘Initiation Trigger on Pin Head of Oyster Mushroom Pleurotus ostreatus by Plant Extracts and Blue Light’, 7th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture (ICDA 2021) 1 (1), pp. 73.

18. M. Vithusha, A. Nirosha, K. Pakeerathan and G. Mikunthan (2021) ‘Biological Control of Soft Rot caused by Pectobacterium caratovorum using Lactic acid Bacteria, Pseudomonas fluorescens and Botanicals’, 7th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture (ICDA 2021) 1 (1), pp. 85.

19. Senaweera, S. A. C. H., Thirukkumaran, G., Arasakesary, S. J. and Balasooriya, R. (2021) ‘Principal Component and Correlation Analysis of Groundnut Germplasm (Arachis hypogaea.L.) towards Pod Filling Ability’, 7th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture (ICDA 2021) 1 (1), pp. 90

20. Dayananda, A. N. P. E., Pakeeratharan, K. and Viharnaa, R. (2021) ‘The effect of different concentration of vermin tea on morphophysiological characteristics of Amaranthus viridis’, Proceedings of the International Conference on Life Science: Contemporary approaches in Biological Science for Food, Health, Nutrition Security and Conservation of Biodiversity, Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University, India, pp. 64-65

2020

1. Majura, Y., Pakeerathan, K. and G. Mikunthan. (2020). In-vitro investigation on efficacy of natural plant extract to manage rice blast fungus Magnaporthegrisea in organic rice cultivation. Proceeding of the 9th Annual Conference and Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lankan Society for Microbiology, held on 23rd of October 2020. (8): 11.

2. Varmila, N., Mikunthan, G. and S. Sarvanya. (2020). Isolation and identification of Vesicular Arbuscular Mycorrhiza in Maize plant as Bio-control agent. Proceedings of International Research Conference of Uwa Wellasa University held on 29th and 30th of July 2020. Pp.30.

3. Sujavanthi, L., Nirosha, A. and G. Mikunthan. (2020). Effect of plant extracts on root knot nematode Meloidogyne incognita (Kofoid & White) Chitwood in Jaffna, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of 6th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 3rd and 4th of December 2020, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna. Pp.73

4. Karthika, T., Thiruchchelvan, N. and G. Mikunthan. (2020). Eco-friendly management of banana anthracnose (Colletotrichum musae) using bio-rationals. Proceedings of 6th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 3rd and 4th of December 2020, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna. Pp.70.

5. Jathukula, L.  and G. Mikunthan. (2020). Efficacy of an Entomopathogenic Fungus, Lecanicillium lecanii as a Bio-control Agent against Bemisia tabaci on Hygrophila corymbosa. Proceedings of 6th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 3rd and 4th of December 2020, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna. Pp.71.

6. Dilhani, R.M.T., Ranatunga, M.A.B. and G. Thirukkumaran. (2020). Seasonal variations of plant pigments in new hybrid tea [Camellia sinensis (L.) O. Kuntze] population. Proceedings of 6th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 3rd and 4th of December 2020, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna. Pp.31.

7. Terensan, S., Fernando, H.N.S., Silva, J. N., Kottearachchi, N.S., and O.V.D.S.J. Weerasena. (2020). Molecular differentiation of blast and brown spot diseases in rice. The 7th International Conference on Agriculture (AGRICO 2020) held on 26th and 27th of November, 2020. Thailand. Pp.11.

8. Sugandhika, M.G.G., Pakeerathan, K. and Fernando, W.M.K. (2020). Efficacy of seaweed extract on Chilli leaf curl virus. 1st National Symposium on Agro-Technology and Rural sciences 2020 held on 15th December 2020, University of Colombo Institute  for Agro- Technology and Rural Sciences(UCIARS), Hambantota. Pp.2.

9. Perera, M.G.G. Nirosha, A. and Pakeerathan, K. 2020. Oyster mushroom production using agro-based industry’s by-products. 1st National Symposium on Agro-Technology and Rural sciences 2020 held on 15th December 2020, University of Colombo Institute  for Agro- Technology and Rural Sciences(UCIARS), Hambantota. Pp.5.

10. De Silva, G. H. S. N., Pakeerathan, K. and W. M. R. W. B. Wijekoon. (2020). Identification of the causal organism of wilt disease in black pepper (Piper nigrum L.) in nursery stage and its management. 1st National Symposium on Agro-Technology and Rural sciences 2020 held on 15th December 2020, University of Colombo Institute  for Agro- Technology and Rural Sciences(UCIARS), Hambantota. Pp.11.

11. Ovini, R.I., Pakeerathan, K., Pushpanji, K. and G. Mikunthan. (2020). Selected plant pathogenic fungal culture filtrates (secondary metabolites) as potential Bio herbicides. Proceeding of the 9th Young Scientist Forum Symposium, held on 13th November 2020, National Science and Technology Commission. Pp: 190-196.

12. Niveka, S., Pakeerathan, K. and G. Mikunthan. (2020). Fungicide free management of papaya Anthracnose (Colletotrichum gloeosporioides Penz.) disease using combined bio-rationales and bee wax in Organic Agriculture. Proceeding of the 1st International Electronic Conference on Plant Science.

2019

1. Kishoyini, P. Pakeerathan, K. Mikunthan, G. 2019. Potential of selected plant extracts as herbicide for managing the alien weed Parthenium (P. hysterophorus) in northern Sri Lanka. Proceeding of the 8 th Young Scientist Forum Symposium, 1-5.

2. Thiruchchelvan, N. Thirukkumaran, G. Mikunthan, G. 2019. Production of an entomopathogenic nematode, Acrobeloides longiuterus using artificial solid media. Proceeding of the 8 th Young Scientist Forum Symposium, 208-211.

3. Chamika, D.D.T. Withanage, S.P. Pakeerathan, K. 2019. Assessment of impact of soil moisture stress on three rubber (Hevea brasiliensis L.) clones of RRIM 600, RRISL 203 and RRIC 121. Proceeding of the Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science 75th Annual Sessions, 39.

4. Jayasinghe, H.A.C.S.H., Perera, A.M.M.S. and Thirukkumaran, G. 2019. Screening of Sugarcane Germplasm and Quarantine Station for Sugarcane Streak Mosaic Virus in Sri Lanka. Proceeding of the 5 th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture, 76. 

5. Kayamugan, P. Mahilrajan, S. Pakeerathan, K. 2019. Microbiological quality of ice creams marketed in Jaffna. Proceeding of the 8 th Annual Conference and Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lankan Society For Microbiology, (7): 36. 

6. Keerthana, R. Thiruchchelvan, N. Mikunthan, G. 2019. Liquid formulation and spore viability of an antagonistic fungus Trichoderma viride, in fruit pulp of Tamarindus indica. Proceeding of the 2nd South Asian Conference on Multidisciplinary Research, 5. 

7. Ovini, I.R. Pakeerathan, K. Pushpanji, K. and Mikunthan, G. 2019. Effect of secondary metabolites of selected fungal pathogens on a common weed,  Parthenium hysterophorous L. Proceeding of the 8th Annual Conference and Scientific Sessions of the Sri Lankan Society For Microbiology, (7): 16. 

8. Pakeerathan, K. Varnika, K. Thanusha, S. and Mikunthan, G. 2019. Potential of selected bio-rationals and locally available materials for the eco-friendly management of Parthenium hysterophorous L. Proceeding of International Conference on Agriculture and Food Security, 6. 

9. Pakeerathan, K. Bariana, H.S. Bansal, U.K. 2019. Molecular characterization of adult plant leaf rust resistance in wheat genotype C14.16. Proceeding of the International Conference on Agriculture and Food Security, 7. 

10. Thiruchchelvan, N. Thirukkumaran, G. Mikunthan, G. 2019. Production of an Insect-killing nematode, Acrobeloides longiuterus; using insect host and artificial media. Proceeding of the International Conference on Agriculture and Food Security, 17.

2018

1. Niveka, S., Pakeerathan, K and Mikunthan, G. (2018) Field survey of Papaya Anthracnose in selected markets and In-Vitro assessment of Bio Rationales against Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, 4th International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture (ICDA 2017) 1 (1), 94.

2. Pakeerathan, K., Bariana, HS and Bansal, UK (2018) Molecular mapping of leaf rust resistance in C14.16/Aus91433 RIL population, 2nd International Research Symposium, Uva Wellassa University, 1 (1), 81.

2017

1. Denisiya, A.M. and Mikunthan, G. 2017. Application of Mycorrhizae isolated from Cymbidium bicolor to the roots of chilli (Caspicum annuum) and onion (Allium cepa) to improve their productivity, 3rd International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 1-2 November, 2017. p.59

2. Thenuvathany, B. Sathiyaseelan, V. and Mikunthan, G. 2017. Morphology of medicinal plant, Mollugo cerviana and its growth potential in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka, 3rd International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 1-2 November, 2017. p.58

3. Sharjana, K. and Mikunthan, G. 2017. Distribution, infestation and occurrence of Noorda blitealis Wlk. and Gitona distigma (Meigen) in Moringa oleifera Lam. in the home gardens of the Jaffna district, Sri Lanka, 3rd International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 1-2 November, 2017. p.80

4. Tharmili, Y., Mikunthan, G., Jegathambigai, V. and Svinningen, A. 2017. Management of root rot caused by Curvularia sp. on Ludwigia repens using biological agents, 3rd International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 1-2 November, 2017. p.86

5. Gobinantha, S. and Mikunthan, G. 2017. Natural occurrence of acaropathogenic fungus, Rhizopus sp. on Oligonychus sp damaging Gliricidia leaves and the effect of pesticides on its existence, 3rd International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 1-2 November, 2017. p.87

6. Kishojini, P., Pakeerathan, K. and Mikunthan, G. 2017. Parthenium based composting: An approach to minimize the existing weed population in Northern Province of Sri Lanka, 3rd International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 1-2 November, 2017. p.101

7. Niroja, M., Niranjan, K. and Mikunthan, G. 2017. Suitability of some organic wastes as substrates to promote oyster and milky mushrooms, 3rd International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture held on 1-2 November, 2017. p.102

8. Nirosha, A., Rajeshkanna, S. and Mikunthan, G. 2017. Effect of oil cakes and garlic aqueous based formulations of Trichoderma viride on management of Meloidogyne incognita in chilli, The 4th International Conference on Agriculture and Forestry 2017 held on 24-25 August, 2017 p.42

2016

1. Piratheepa, J. and Mikunthan, G. 2016. Evaluation of different green leaf manures against onion stem and bulb nematode (Ditylenchus dipsaci) and bulb nematode (Rhizoglypus sp.), International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture, held on 15-16 December 2016.p43

2. Malinda Kumarasinha, Jayatilleke, B. G., Prasad Senadheera, Jayantha Wattavidanage, Pradeepa Perera, Vaidyashekhare, M. B, Mikunthan, G. and Uma Coomaraswamy. 2016. m-Learning for empowering women farming community in Sri Lanka by facilitating lifelong learning, Asian Association of Open Universities Annual Conference 2016 held on 26-29 October, 2016 and Manila, Philippines.

3. Premsuja, V., Svinningen, A., Mikunthan G. and Jegathambigai, V. 2016. Efficacy of Bacillus thuringiensis on larvae of Junonia atlites damaging Hygrophila difformis and its on farm method of small scale production, 68th International Symposium on Crop Protection, held in Faculty of Bioscience Engineering, University of Ghent, Belgium, 17 May 2016, p118.

4. Sathiyakala, K. and Mikunthan, G. 2016. Diversity of bee visitors of cucurbit crops (Cucurbitaceae) in home gardens of Jaffna district, International Conference on Agriculture and Forestry -2016 held on 1-3 June 2016 Manila, Philippines, p88.

2015

1. Premsuja, V., Mikunthan, G., Jegathambigai, V. and Svinningen, A.E. 2015. Coir dust extract as a cost effective culture medium in multiplication of Bacillus thuringiensis against Aedes aegypti. Proceedings of the International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna on 15-16 October 2015, p63.

2. Nivethika, V. and Mikunthan, G. 2015. Determination of antifungal activity of Aloe vera leaf powder extracts against banana pseudostem rot fungi, Marasmiellus. Proceedings of the International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna on 15-16 October 2015. p52

3. Sathyakala, K. and Mikunthan, G. 2015. Bee Diversity and Floral Hosts in the Home Gardens of Jaffna District. Proceedings of the International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna on 15-16 October 2015. p36

4. Emerson, F. L. and Mikunthan, G. 2015. Production of bio agent, Trichoderma viride using liquid wastes and other substrates. Proceedings of the International Conference on Dry Zone Agriculture, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Jaffna held on 15-16 October 2015. p53.

5. Nivethika, V. and Mikunthan, G. 2015. In-vitro Assessment of Aloe vera gel as a bio preservative of papaya fruits. Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Agriculture and Forestry held on 10-12 June, 2015 at Colombo, Sri Lanka Pp: 57.

6. Sathyakala, K. and Mikunthan, G. 2015. Determination of Flower Biology of Underexploited Pollinator Attracting Vegetable, Luffa cylindrica (L.) Growing in Home Gardens of Jaffna. Proceedings of the Second International Conference on Agriculture and Forestry held on 10-12 June, 2015 at Colombo, Sri Lanka p14.

7. Nivethika, V. and Mikunthan, G. 2015. Evaluation of Aloe vera herbal leaf gel as a bio preservative of fruits of Ampalavi mango. Proceedings of the Peradeniya University International Research Sessions (iPURSE–2015) held on 5 November 2015 at Peradeniya p 349

8. Nivethika, V. and Mikunthan, G. 2015. In vitro assessment of Aloe vera gel as a bio preservation of Karuththakolumban mango fruits. Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Traditional Medicine–2015 held on 10-12 December 2015 p104