Research Supervision
Supervising Students Research
Supervised M.Phil in Agricultural Biology
N.Thiruchchelvan–“Isolation, characterization and media for small scale production of entomopathogenic nematode, Acarobeloides sp for crop pest management”
N.Suntharavathany–“Strengthening of Floral Biodiversity and Management of pests in Selected Home Gardens to promote fruit production at Thenmaradchy DS Division of Jaffna District”
S.Sritharan – “Potential and Impact of the monocot invasive weed, Paspalam scrobiculatum in rice fields in northern region and development of its integrated management” Co-Supervisor - Mrs. A.S.K Abeysekara, Research Officer, Rice Research and Development Institute, Baththalagoda, Ibbagamuva.
Supervised Research to fulfill M.Sc in Environmental Management
Edwin.R.K. 2015. Promoting home gardening activity using domestic wastes at Vadamaradchchi east coastal area
Supervision of Undergraduate Research Projects
Undergraduate Researches in 2023
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Tentative Title: Formulation of insect repellant from Earthworm, Eisenia foetida castings enriched with potential medicinal plants
Candidate: R. Hariharan (BST)
Internal Supervisor(s): Ms. Varthani and Ms.K.Varnika
External Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Faculties of Agriculture and Technology, University of Jaffna, Kilinochchi
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Title: Determination of potential anthelmintic activity of cucurbitaceae seeds against earthworms (Eisenia foetida)
Candidate: Ms.W.M.S.A.Dilrukshi (BST)
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Ms.K.Varnika
Place of the Research (Institute): Faculties of Agriculture and Technology, University of Jaffna, Kilinochchi
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Title: Low cost method to formulate media solidifier using the seaweed, Gracillaria spp with plant additives
Candidate: Ms.H.Rismina (BST)
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Miss.K.Varnika & Mr.S.Sritharan
Place of the Research (Institute): Faculties of Agriculture and Technology, University of Jaffna, Kilinochchi
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Title: Development of Azolla based nitrogen-rich organic fertilizer by using natural ingredients for Amaranthus spp.
Candidate: Ms..D.L.Y.Wasana (BST)
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Miss.K.Varnika & Mr.S.Sritharan
Place of the Research (Institute): Faculties of Agriculture and Technology, University of Jaffna, Kilinochchi
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Undergraduate Researches in 2022
Title: Development of N-enriched Azolla biofertilizer, for Amaranthus viridis by amalgamating natural and organic waste ingredients [Biosystems Technology]]
Candidate: Ms. K.A.D.D.Kuruppu
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr.K.Jeyavannan & Ms.K.Varnika
Place of the Research (Institute): Faculties of Agriculture and Technology, University of Jaffna, Kilinochchi
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Title: Development of nutrient rich seed ball enhancing germinability and sustained growth of crops to promote agroforestry
Candidate: Ms.I.N.Rangani
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr.K.Jeyavannan & Ms.K.Varnika
Place of the Research (Institute): Faculties of Agriculture and Technology, University of Jaffna, Kilinochchi
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Undergraduate Researches in 2021
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Undergraduate Researches in 2019
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Title:Evaluation of plant extracts and bio-control agents against rice blast fungi (Magnaporthe grisea)
Candidate: Ms.Majura Yogeswaran
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): ---
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Establishment of broth medium by using locally available cost effective material for Trichoderma viride towards commercialization
Candidate: Ms. Keerthana Rasaiah
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): ---
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Effect of plant oils against soft rot bacteria, Erwinia carotovora and It’s management
Candidate: Ms.Jebani Vinobia Emmanuel
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): ---
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Potential of selected bio-rationals and locally available materials for the eco-friendly management of Parthenium hysterophorous L.
Candidate: Ms. Varnika Kalaichelvan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): ---
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Study on biology of oriental fruit fly, Bactrocera dorsalis Hendel and their in vitro multiplication for quarantine studies
Candidate: Ms.Peramune Rallage Dinesha Nayomi Peramuna
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): ---
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Undergraduate Researches in 2018
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Title: In-vitro performance of the entomopathogenic fungi Beauveria, Isaria, Lecanicillium species against selected insect pests
Candidate: Ms. Saththiya Thevaraja
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): ---
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Assessment of anthracnose disease on marketed papaya fruits and impact of application of wax and bio rationales to manage it at post-harvest storage
Candidate: Ms. Niveka Srikantharajah
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): ---
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Exploration of underutilized plants to be used as biorationals for managing pests
Candidate: Ms.Mahilini Kunasingam
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): ---
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Undergraduate Researches in 2017
Title: Effect of variety and planting date of rice on population of Brown plant hopper (Nilaparvata lugens (stal)) in Ampara District
Candidate: Ms. Safana Abdul Majeeth
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. Y. B. Iqbal
Place of the Research (Institute): Rice Research Station, Sammanthurai
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Title: Natural occurrence of acaropathogenic fungus, Rhizopus sp. on the two spotted mite, Oligonychus sp. Damaging Gliricidia leaves and effect of pesticides on its existence
Candidate: Ms. Gobinantha Sethukavalar
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Effect of oil cakes and garlic aqueous based formulations of Trichoderma viride on management of Meloidogyne incognita in Chilli
Candidate: Ms. Nirosha Aruchchunan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. S. Rajeshkanna
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Management of root rot caused by Curvularia spp on Ludwigia rapens by using bio-control agents
Candidate: Ms. Tharmili Yogenthiran
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr.Ms. V. Jegathambigai
Place of the Research (Institute): Green Farm Pvt Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Suitability of organic wastes as substrates to promote Oyster and Milky mushrooms in Northern province
Candidate: Ms. Niroja Mahenthirarasa
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mrs. K. Niranjan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Ethnobotany and Morphological Identification of Medicinal Plant, Mollugo cerviana (L.) Ser., and its Existence in Northern Province
Candidate: Ms. Thenuvathany Balachandran
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. (Mrs) V. Sathiyaseelan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Effect of vermicompost and vermiwah application on different plants and managing animal wastes as organic fertilizer
Candidate: Ms. Sirajudeen Raasitha Farwin
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Ms. S. Terensan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Current status of Parthenium in Northern Sri Lanka and its ecofriendly management
Candidate: Ms. Kishojini Panchalingam
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. K. Pakeerathan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Application of Mycorrhizae isolated from Cymbidium bicolor into the roots and planting materials of crops to improve their productivity
Candidate: Ms. Mary denisiya Anton Manickarajah
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
Undergraduate Researches in 2016
Title: Time of Infestation of Root Knot - Nematode Melaidogyne incognita (Kofoid & white) in Tomato Cultivation and Its Eco Friendly Management
Candidate: Mr. Kailainathan Katheesan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Effect of Selected Antagonistic Organism Against the Three Phytopathagenic Fungi
Candidate: Ms. Jeyavarshini Sornalingam
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. K. Niranjan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Efficacy of Bacillus aizawai as a Bio Control Agent Against Spodoptera Litura (Fabricus)
Candidate: Ms. Sujani Kirubaharan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. Arne E. Svinningen, Dr. V. Jegathambigai
Place of the Research (Institute): Green farm Pvt Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Physiology of Planting Material of Different Echinodorus Species and Growth and Yield Response to Different Fertilizers and Vermi- Products
Candidate: Ms. Neerija Somasundram
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. Arne E. Svinningen, Dr. V. Jegathambigai
Place of the Research (Institute): Green farm Pvt Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Study of Biology and Management of Hypolixus truncatulus (F) and Screening of Resistant Variety on Amaranthus
Candidate: Ms. Sivaraga Nagarasa
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr.S. Rajeshkanna
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Field surveillance of Acerophagus papayae and efficacy control on Papaya mealybug in Northern Region of Sri Lanka
Candidate: Ms. Thanusha Vinayakampillai
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr.S. Rajeshkanna
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Distribution of Myllocerus Species in Jjaffna District
Candidate: Ms. Saraniya Nithianantharajah
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr.S. Rajeshkanna
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
Undergraduate Researches in 2015
Title: Determination Of Floral Biology And Propagation Of An Orchid Cymbidium bicolor And Its Existence To Promote Orchid Farming In Jaffna Peninsula
Candidate: Mr. Arunothayarajah Sanjeev
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Effects Of Organic Amendments On The Selected Soil Organisms In Onion
Candidate: Ms. Piratheepa Jegatheeswaran
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Utilization of Bacillus thuringiensis for the Biological Control of Junonia atlites and Aedes aegypti in Commercial Aquatic Plant Production
Candidate: Ms. Premsuja Varathalingam
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. Arne E. Svinningen, Dr. V. Jegathambigai
Place of the Research (Institute): Green farm Pvt Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Evaluation of Inhibitory Effect of Different Green and Green Leaf Manures Against Soil Born Pathogen Sclerotium rolfsii (Sacc.)
Candidate: Ms. Rohini Sivagnanabanu
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Efficacy of an Entomopathogenic Fungus, Lecanicillium lecanii as a Bio-Control Agent against Bemisia tabbaci on Hygrophila corymposa
Candidate: Ms. Jathukula Lingeswaran
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. Arne E. Svinningen, Dr. V. Jegathambigai
Place of the Research (Institute): Green farm Pvt Ltd. Marawilla
Undergraduate Researches in 2014
Title: Brewing of compost tea: Its properties, potential and production to strengthen organic farming
Candidate: Mr. Francis Liguory Emerson
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Utilization of ecosystem services for better crop performance by comparing biointensive, organic and conventional farming systems in farmer’s field at vaddukkoddai, Jaffna district
Candidate: Mr. Santhakumar Maginthan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Plant- pollinator mutualism to promote pollination in home gardens and pollination biology of Luffa cylindrica (L.) conserving biodiversity of Jaffna district
Candidate: Ms. Sathyakala Kodeeswaranathan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Title: Association of fungal symptoms with Cymbidium bicolor Lindl. Roots, their Characteristic features and potential to promote floriculture culture
Candidate: Ms. Makija Thuraisingham
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Antifungal and bio preservation potential of underutilized medicinal plant, Aloe vera and its distribution in Jaffna Penninsula
Candidate: Ms. Nivethika Vadivelu
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Undergraduate Researches in 2013
Title: Distribution ,host range and arthropod association of Paracoccus marginatus in Jaffna an its management
Candidate: Mr. Anandarajah Piragalathan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. K. Pakeerathan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Biology of palm seed borer, Carpophilus spp. and its bio control in queen palm Livestonia rotundifolia
Candidate: Ms. Sinthuja Sivanantham
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. E. Arne Svinningen
Place of the Research (Institute): Green Farms Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Present status of pesticides usage in fields and markets and their knowledge on dealers in Jaffna peninsula
Candidate: Ms. Keerthika Kanagaratnam
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. K. Pakeerathan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Collection and characterization of red onion (Allium cepa L.) Land races grown in Jaffna district
Candidate: Ms. Gopikeetha Tharmaratnam
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Thirukkumaran
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. S. J. Arasakesary
Place of the Research (Institute): RRDC, Kilinochchi
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Title: Application of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) on coconut coir dust to develop suitable super compost media to grow queen palm (Livistonia rotundifolia)
Candidate: Ms. Myoora Maheswaran
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. E. Arne Svinningen
Place of the Research (Institute): Green Farms Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Potential of a productive unit to grow leafy vegetables using wastes and locally available materials for home garden in sandy areas
Candidate: Ms. Jeevaki Perinpalingam
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. G. Thirukkumaran
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Possible contamination of Aspergillus fungi on chilli fruits obtained from field, storage and on commercial products
Candidate: Ms. Tharshika Ratnarajah
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. (Ms) M. Senthilnanthanan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Potential of cultivating medicinal crop, Piper longum L. in Jaffna peninsula and its insecticidal properties.
Candidate: Ms. Karthika sivalingam
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr(Mrs) S. Thurairatnam
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Pre and post-harvest occurrence of fungal diseases in red onion and their management
Candidate: Ms. Vigitha Naguleswaran
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. K. Pakeerathan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
Undergraduate Researches in 2012
Title: Effect of vermicompost, vermicompost tea, vermiwash and body fluid against root mealy bug (Rhizoecus hibisci) on queen palm (Livistona rotundifolia) and pink hibiscus mealy bug (Maconellicoccus hirsutus) on Croton
Candidate: Ms. Mary Antonet Morais Pathinathan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. E. Arne Svinngen
Place of the Research (Institute): Green Farms Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Faunal association and properties against storage pests of Withania somnifera dunal. to promote cultivation as a potential medicinal crop in Jaffna
Candidate: Ms. Suvanthini Shanmugaratnam
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. (Ms) S. Thurairatnam
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: The analytical study of sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) Population available in Jaffna peninsula
Candidate: Mr. Sethurajah Vasanthakumar
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Thirukkumaran
Co-Supervisor(s): Prof. V. Arulnandhy
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Isolation and host range determination of entomo-pathogenic fungi, Fusarium spp.
Candidate: Ms. Subajini Balakrishnan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. G. Thirukkumaran
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Existence of vesicular arbuscular mycorrhiza in roots of queen palm (Livistona rotundifolia) and its growth in different media
Candidate: Miss. Varmila Sinnarajaha
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. E. Arne Svinngen
Place of the Research (Institute): Green Farms Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Evaluation of banana cultivars and effect of bio-rational towards the management of Odoiporus longicollis
Candidate: Ms. Sobana Muthukumaraswamy
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. K. Pakeerathan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Undergraduate Researches in 2011
Title: Present status of Parthenium histerophorus: effect of its leaf extract and cow urine on vermin composting in northern Sri Lanka
Candidate: Mr. Sivakurunathan Kavinthan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. G. Thirukkumaran
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Parasitic potential and host range of Cuscuta campestris and its impact on Allium cepa L. towards its management
Candidate: Ms. Amirthaveni Varothayan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. G. Thirukkumaran
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Occurrence of Marasmiellus inoderma stem rot on banana in Jaffna and the potential of bio-rationals on its management
Candidate: Mr. Nagarathnam Thiruchchelvan
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Dr. G. Thirukkumaran
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Snails and slugs damaging cut foliage Codyline fruticosa and their management
Candidate: Ms. Karthiga Sinnarajah
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr.E. Arne Svinngen
Place of the Research (Institute): Green Farms Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Prevalence of Erwinia soft rot disease in cut foliage, Dracaena sanderiana and its management
Candidate: Ms. Thiyo Desiya Kayalvily Thayapararajah
Chief Supervisor: Prof. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. E. Arne Svinngen
Place of the Research (Institute): Green Farms Ltd. Marawilla
Undergraduate Researches in 2010
Title: Effect of vermiwash on the productivity of Livistona rotundifolia and mass production of vermiwash
Candidate: Ms. Agalya Sundaraligam
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. E. Arne Svinngen
Place of the Research (Institute): Green Farms Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Effect of Parthenium hysterophorus and its' management thorough different methods
Candidate: Ms. Varatharuby Nadesar
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Small scale production of selected bioagents using kitchen waste, industrial waste and law cost materials
Candidate: Ms. Kalyani Nagendirarajah
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Potential of biorationals in managing pests of queen palm and composition of growing media
Candidate: Ms. Sobiga Sampasivam
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr.E. Arne Svinngen
Place of the Research (Institute): Green Farms Ltd. Marawilla
Undergraduate Researches in 2009
Title: Application of feasible and cheapest techniques to promote mushroom cultivation at rural areas
Candidate: Mr. Nadarajah Thileepan
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Study of associated arthropoda funa, insecticidal and antibacterial properties of Gymnema sylvestre r.br
Candidate: Ms. Ahalya Segarajah
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Multiplication of effective microorganism's and its application in household composting
Candidate: Mr. Yokanathan Nirushanthan
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Low cost production of Trichoderma viride and its potential to manage tomato wilt caused by Sclerotium rolfsii
Candidate: Ms. Priyatharsini Arunasalam
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Ms. Tharsini Nishanthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Occurrence of red palm mite, Raoiella indica Hhirst: a new pest of banana in Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Candidate: Mr. Thambippillai Kajanthan
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Potential of root-knot nematode, Meloidogyne incognita (kofoid and white) existing in tomato based cropping system and its eco-friendly management
Candidate: Mr. Kandiah Pakeerathan
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Ms.Tharsini Nishanthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Insect pests associated with neem, Azadiracta indica in Jaffna, Sri Lanka
Candidate: Ms. Kiyanthy Kuventhiranathan
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Potential of selected earthworms and their impact in organic agriculture
Candidate: Mr. Sithmparanathan Mayooran
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
Undergraduate Researches in 2007
Title: Bionomics of cabbage flea beetle, Phyllotreta cruciferae and its management
Candidate: Ms. Mayoori Kokuladas
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Rapid propagation of Gymnema syllvestre
Candidate: Ms. Gayathiry Jeyavartharajah
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Prof. K. Balasubramaniam
Place of the Research (Institute): Biotec Pvt.Ltd
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Title: Larvicidal Activity of Acacia concinna and Momordica charantia on Aedes aegypti, Culex quinquefasciatus and Anopheles subpictus
Candidate: Ms. Thugitha Thuraisamy
Chief Supervisor: Dr. K.A. Srikrishnaraj
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Biological Science, Vavuniya Campus, UoJ
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Title: Biology of Root Borer, Paraponyx stratiotata L. and Its Biocontrol in Queen Palm, Lavistona rotundifolia
Candidate: Ms. Singarayan Jeyasothy Lambert
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Mr. E. Arne Svinngen
Place of the Research (Institute): Green Farms Ltd. Marawilla
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Title: Cultivation of Mushroom in Locally Available Materials in Jaffna
Candidate: Ms. Kanitha Raveendras
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Co-Supervisor(s): Ms. Tharsini Nishanthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Composting Potential of Local and Exotic Earthworms Using Selected Wastes in Jaffna
Candidate: Mr. Patkunam Selvakumar
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: First Report of a Bag Worm, Cryptothelia sp. on Palmyrah and Its Bionomics
Candidate: Mr. Sornalingam Gunavarsan
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan -
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
Undergraduate Researches in 2005
Title: Mass Production and Pathogenicity of Mycopathogens against Insect Pests
Candidate: Ms. Thurkathipana Navaneethan
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Mass Production and Antagonistic Potential of Trichoderma Isolates against Scelirotium rolfsii (Sacc.)
Candidate: Ms. Sujandini Arunthavanayagam
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Evaluation of Coconut Mite, Aceria guerreronis Keifer Damage and Its Management in Jaffna District
Candidate: Mr. Arulanandam Vakeesan
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
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Title: Performance of Epigeic Earthworm Species Towards Organic Farming in Jaffna
Candidate: Mr. Sivabalan Piratheban
Chief Supervisor: Dr. G. Mikunthan
Place of the Research (Institute): Department of Agricultural Biology, UoJ
Supervised Final year Research Projects
The problems of the farmers were identified and researched out and the solutions were disseminated to them through mass media as popular articles and training programs to the farming community. The research also focused on exploring the potential of underutilized plants as well as the natural resources of Northern Region.
1. Thenuvathany, B. 2017. Ethnobotany and morphological identification of medicinal plant, Mollugo cerviana (L.) SER., and its existence in Northern Province
2. Kishojini, P. 2017. Current status of Parthenium hysterophorus in Northern Province, Sri Lanka and its eco-friendly manangement
3. Mary Denisiya, A. 2017. Application of Mycorrhizae isolated from Cymbidium sp into the roots and planting materials of crops to improve their productivity
4. Sirajudeen Raasitha Farwin, 2017. Effect of vermicompost and vermiwash application on different plants and managing animal wastes as organic fertilizer
5. Niroja, M. 2017. Suitability of organic wastes as substrates to promote oyster and milky mushrooms in Northern Province
6. Abdul Majeeth Safana, 2017. Effect of variety and planting date of rice on population of brown plant hopper (Nilaparvata lugens Stal) in Ampara district of Sri Lanka
7. Gobinantha, S. 2017. Natural occurrence of acaropathogenic fungus, Rhizopus sp. on Oligonychus sp. mite and in vitro evaluation of its survival under different pesticides
8. Sharjana, K. 2014. Determination of Noorda blitealis Wlk and Gitona distigma (Meigen) on Moringa oleifera Lam in home gardens in Jaffna
9. Sanjayan, S. 2014. Study about the floral biology, medicinal value and pest repellent character of Cymbidium sp.
10. Sathyakala, K. 2013. Plant-Pollinator mutualism in home gardens and pollination biology of Luffa cylindrica conserving biodiversity of Jaffna district
11. Nivethika, V. 2013. Antifungal and bio preservation potential of underutilized medicinal plant, Aloe vera and its distribution in Jaffna Penninsula
12. Makija, T. 2013. Association of fungal symbionts with Cymbidium bicolor Lindl. roots and their characteristic features and potential to promote orchid culture
13. Maginthan, S. 2013. Utilization of ecosystem services for better crop performance by comparing bio intensive, organic and conventional farming systems during off-season cultivation in farmers field at Vaddukkodai, Jaffna district
14. Emersan, F.L. 2013. Brewing of compost tea: its properties, potential and production to strengthen organic farming
15. Suvanthini.S. 2012. Faunal association and properties against storage pests of Withania somnifera Dunal. to promote cultivation as a potential medicinal crop in Jaffna
9. Subajini.B. 2012. Isolation and host range determination of entomopathogenic fungi, Fusarium spp.
10.Sobana. M. 2012. Evaluation of banana cultivars against Odoiporus longicollis infestation and effect of biorational towards the management of this pest.
11. Kavinthan.S. 2011. Present status of Parthenium hysterophorus: Effect of its leaf extract cow urine on vermicomposting in northern Sri Lanka
12. Thiruchchelvan.N. 2011. Occurrence of Marasmiellus inoderma stem rot on banana in Jaffna and the potential of biorationals on its management
13. Amirthaveni.V. 2011. Parasitic potential and host range of Cuscuta campestris and its impact on Allium cepa towards its management
14. Kalyani.N. 2010. Small scale production of selected bio agents using kitchen waste, industrial waste and low cost materials
15. Ahalya.S. 2010. Effect of vermiwash on the productivity of L. rotundifolia and mass production of vermiwash
16. Varatharuby. N. 2010. Effect of Parthenium hysterophorus and its’ management through different methods
17. Kajanthan.T. 2009. Occurrence of red palm mite, (Raoiella indica) Hirst: A new pest of banana rown in Jaffna, Sri Lanka
18. Mayooran.S. 2009. Potential of selected earthworms and their impact in organic agriculture
19. Kiyanthy.K. 2009. Insect pests associated with neem, Azadiracta indica in Jaffna, Sri Lanka
20. Thileepan. N. 2009. Application of feasible and cheapest techniques to promote mushroom cultivation at rural areas
21. Ahalya.S. 2009. Study of associated arthropod fauna, insecticidal and antibacterial properties of Gymnema sylvestre R.Br
22. Nirushanthan.Y. 2009. Multiplication of effective microorganisms and their application in household composting
23. Pakeerathan.K. 2009. Potential of root-knot nematode, Meloidogyne incognita (Kofoid and White) existing in tomato based cropping system and its eco-friendly management
24. Priyatharsini.A. 2009. Low cost production of Trichoderma viride and its potential to manage tomato wilt caused by Sclerotium rolfsii.
Undergraduate Research supervised at Green Farm (Pvt.) Ltd, Marawilla [2010-2017] and the findings were used to solve the problems of the Industry.
1. Tharmili, Y. 2017. Management of Root rot caused by Curvularia spp on Ludwigia repens by using biocontrol agents
2. Sujani, K. 2015. Mass culturing and evaluation of efficacy of Bacillus thuringiensis against Armyworm.
3.Mary Antonet Morais. P. 2012. Effect of vermicompost, vermicompost tea, vermiwash and body fluid against root mealy bug (Rhizoecus hibisci) on queen palm (Livistona rotundifolia) and pink hibiscus mealy bug (Maconellicoccus hirsutus) on croton
4. Varmila.S. 2012. Existence of Vesicular arbuscular mycorrhiza in roots of queen palm (Livistona rotundifolia) and its growth in different media
5. Karthiga. S. 2011. Snails and slugs damaging cut foliage Cordyline fruticosa and their management
6. Thiyo Desiya Kayalvily.T. 2011. Prevalence of Erwinia soft rot disease in cut foliage, Dracaena sanderiana and its management
7. Sobiga.S. 2010. Potential of biorationals in managing pests of queen palm and composition of growing media
[The above research works were jointly supervised by Mr Arne Sviningen and Dr. Miss Jegathambigai Velmurugu from Green Farm (Pvt) Ltd.]