2006−2009 − PhD in Agricultural Systems, Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand

2000−2006 − M.phill in Agriculture, Postgraduate institute of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

1995−1999 − B.Sc in Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

Teaching

2019 onwards- Professor in Agricultural Systems, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

2013 to 2019 - Senior Lecturer Grade I, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

2007 to 2014 - Senior Lecturer Grade II, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

2001 to 2007 - Lecturer (Probationary), Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

2000 to 2001 , Lecturer (Temporary), Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya

Administrative

2021 December to present - Vice Chancellor, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

2018 May up to now. - Director/University Business Linkage Cell, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

2013 up to now - Director/Career Guidance Unit, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

2012 up to now - Coordinator, Foreign Students Scholarship Programme under the Ministry of Higher Education

2013-2015 - Coordinator- Soft Skills, University Development Grant (UDG) under Higher Education for 21st Century (HETC) project, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

2013-2016 - Principle Proposal Writer and the Grant Coordinator, Quality and Innovation Grant (QIG) Windows 2(Round II) -2012/ 2013 under HETC project, Faculty of Agriculture,                       Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

2013-2015 - Coordinator, Curriculum Revision of the Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

2011-2012 - Principle Proposal Writer of the Quality and Innovation Grant (QIG) Windows 2 (Round I -2011/ 2012 and (Round II-2012/2013) under HETC project, Faculty of                                       Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

2010-2013 - Student Counselor, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

2010-2013 - Academic Counselor in Career Guidance, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Recognition award for being among researchers (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) who have published the highest number of indexed journal articles, in 2021, Vice-Chancellors' Awards, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Recognition award for being among the Researchers (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) having the highest number of citations, 2021, Vice Chancellor’s Awards, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Recognition award for being among the researchers (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) having the highest H-index, 2021, Vice Chancellor’s Awards, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Recognition award for being among the first 10 researchers to have the highest H-index, in 2021, RUSL 25th Anniversary Awards and Vice Chancellor’s Awards, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Recognition award for being among the first 10 researchers having the highest number of citations, 2021, RUSL Excellence Awards, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Recognition award for publishing articles in indexed journals, Research Excellence Awards 2021, Rajarata University of Sri LankaStudy and Travel Grant Award of the Asia Rice Foundation USA, 2008

Best Student Award and Gold Medal of the National Diploma in Career Guidance: 2017-2018, SLFI, Colombo

Member of the Research Team of the research on "Impact assessment of vocational training in the Northern and Eastern Provinces of Sri Lanka" funded by German Development Cooperation 

Principle Investigator and the Coordinator of Sri Lanka for the Multicounty Research Collaboration with Cornell University in Ithaca, USA.

Member of Research Team of the collaborative (RUSL, Mahaweli Authority and HARTI) project on “Present Status of the Dairy Farming in Anuradhapura District", funded by HARTI Sri Lanka

Member of the Research Team of the collaborative project on “The survey to modernize the services of the public sector for the improvement in Agriculture. Anuradhapura district”. Funded by Ministry of Public management reforms with Dayata Kirula Programme at Oyamaduwa, Anuradhapura

Coordinator of the sub projects on “Sustainable home gardening as a livelihood support strategy to enhance household food security and livelihood sustainability in Malwathu Oya Cascade I, in Anuradhapura District”, Sri Lanka. University Development Project funded by JICA

Member of the Advisory Committee of the University Village Development Project Funded by funded by JICA

Principle Investigator and the Coordinator of the Oxfam Australia INGO funded research project on “Research on System of Rice Intensification (SRI) techniques adapted by Sri Lankan farmers and dissemination of findings for promoting of eco-friendly agricultural techniques among the stakeholders” in collaboration with Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Principle investigator of the CARP funded project on “Technical, social and economic aspects of cashew coconut intercropping in Puttalam district

Resource Person for the training program on Creative Thinking and Innovative Skills and Career Guidance Techniques for Career Guidance Practitioners of District Secretariat, Puttalam- 2020 organized by’ You Lead ‘, Colombo

Online Resource Person for the training program on “Educational Guidance” for School Teachers of North Central Province 2020 organized by’ Career Me ‘, Colombo

Resource person for the Teaching Methodology Course-2018 conducted by the Staff development center, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka. Conducted lectures on the module on “Career development, Personal Goal setting, student counselling, time, stress management

Resource person of the training program on CV writing and interview facing skills conducted for University College students of Anuradhapura, 16-17th May 2018

Resource person of the Out Bound Training Program for the University College students of Anuradhapura, 16-17th May 2018

Resource person for the A/L (Agriculture) seminar conducted for A/L students at Polonnaruwa Royal College, Polonnaruwa on 23.05.2018

Resource person for the training program on “Sustainable Development of Sabaragamuwa Province-2018” and conducted a session on “Food is our life; Agriculture is our life art: what elements need to be in new educational approach?” conducted for the school students and teachers of the Sabaragamuwa Province on 19th January 2018 at Sabaragamuwa Provincial Auditorium

Resource person of the Orientation program organized by the Faculty of Applied Sciences, RUSL for the fresh undergraduates (2016/2017). Conducted a session on “Career Guidance- What it is for?”, 2017

Resource person of the orientation program organized by the Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL for the fresh undergraduate and conducted a session on “Leadership in Undergraduates and Ethical Concerns, 8-12th January 2018

Resource person for the training program and conducted a session on “Gender, Rural Development and Agriculture” conducted for the newly recruited social mobilizers of National Agribusiness Development Program Presidential Secretariat, 07th of March, 2017

Resource person of the orientation program organized by the Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL for the fresh undergraduate and conducted a session on “Leadership in the Undergraduates and Ethical Concerns, 18th to 24th January 2017

Resource person for the Women day celebration program and conducted a session on “How to face the challenges and problems faced by present women in the society? organized by the Ministry of Provincial Irrigation, Land, Rural Development and Women affairs, North Central Province 30th March, 2017

Resource person of the training program for Community Ayurvedic doctors on “How to conduct live lectures?” organized by Department of Ayurveda, North Central Province on 22nd February, 2017

Resource person of the Leadership program organized by the Faculty of Management Studies, RUSL for the fresh undergraduates (2015/2016) from 20.11.2017 to 10.12.2017

Resource person of the orientation program organized by the Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL for the fresh undergraduate and conducted a session on “Leadership in the Undergraduates and Ethical Concerns, 24th December 2017

Resource person on the farmer training program organized by Siyanee Farmer Organization, Gampaha and conducted a session on “Growth stages of rice plant and scientific basis of climate change adjustment of rice plant” on 27th February 2016

Resource person of the Leadership program organized by the Faculty of Management Studies, RUSL for the fresh undergraduates (2014/2015) from 03.05.2016 to 13.05.2016

Resource person of the house meat festival of National School, Kobeigane on 29.01.2016

Resource person of the Orientation on Industrial Training Program of the Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL on 19th October 2016. Delivered a session on “University Industry Collaboration and its Importance”

Resource speaker of C.N. Divinagracia Lecture Series: Country updates on System of rice intensification research and development at Central Bicol University of Agriculture, Philippines on 13.02.2015

Resource person of the orientation program of University college, Anuradhapura -University of Vocational Technology and conducted a program on “Career Development and University Life” on 1st of October 2015

Resource person of the HETC -QIG workshop on “Student Feedback on Demand Survey” organized by the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities 9th July 2015

Resource person for the workshop for the final year students organized by the Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL from 30th -31st of December 2013. Conducted a session of “How to write your project report with special reference to Thesis Format?”

Resource person for the workshop for the final year students organized by the Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL from 10th -11th of January 2013. Conducted a session of “Proposal and thesis presentation”

Resource person for the workshop for the final year students organized by the Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL from 27th -28th of March 2012. Conducted a session of “Effective Presentation with Special reference to Proposal and Final presentation”

Resource person of the Isuru Pasal teacher training program, organized by the Faulty of Agriculture for the Agriculture teachers in North Central Province. Conducted a session on “Scientific home gardening” April 2011

Editorial Board Members of the E-journal on Agriculture and Ecosystems publishes by the Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka -January 2018 onwards 

Editor-in-Chief of the proceedings of the 9th Annual Research Symposium of the Faculty of Agriculture, 2017

Reviewer of the 1st International Symposium on Agriculture – 2017 'Transformation for Challenging Agriculture' 5th and 6thOctober 2017 Eastern University, Sri Lanka, 2017

Reviewer of the curriculum of Diploma in Environmental Management of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2016

Reviewers of the degree programs of B.A (Genera in Environmental Management, B.A. General in Water Resources Management, and B.A. Special in Environmental Management degree programs of the Faculty of Management Studies of the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka in 2019

Reviewers of the degree programs B.A. Special in Environmental Management degree programs of the Faculty of Management Studies of the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka in 2020

Founder of the new majoring module in Agricultural Systems and management to the curriculum 2014-2018

Member of the evaluation panel of the final year thesis presentation, 2015, Department of Agricultural Systems, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Deputy coordinator/Soft Skills under the university development grant (UDG) of Higher Education for the Twenty first Century (HETC) from April 2013-January 2015

Member of the editorial board of the 7th undergraduate research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Member of the evaluation panel of the final year proposal presentation, 2015, Department of Agricultural Systems, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Chairperson of the panel of evaluators of the International Conference of the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2013

Member of the editorial board of the 3rd annual research symposium (2013), the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka organized by the Faculty of Agriculture

Member of the publication committee of the 3rd annual research symposium (2013), the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka organized by the Faculty of Agriculture

Member of the panel of reviewers of the 3rd annual research symposium (2013), the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka organized by the Faculty of Agriculture

Member of the evaluation panel of the 3rd annual research symposium (2013), the Rajarata University of Sri Lanka organized by the Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Member of the editorial board of the 4th undergraduate research symposium, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Member of the evaluation panel of the final year proposal presentation, Department of Soil and Water Resources Management by Faculty of Agriculture 2012

Member of the appeal board to look into the request for a grace chance, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Principle proposal writer for first round competitive Initial and Comprehensive Proposals of window two for undergraduate programs of the Quality and Innovation Grant (QIG) of HETC 2011(and), Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL from 2011/2012 

Principle proposal writer of   second round competitive Initial and Comprehensive proposals of window two for undergraduate programs of the Quality and Innovation Grant (QIG) of HETC, Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL from 2012/2013 

Grant Coordinator of Quality and Innovation Grant (QIG) of the of HETC, Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL from 2013-2016 

Deputy Coordinator – activity two of Quality and Innovation Grant (QIG) of HETC, Faculty of Agriculture, RUSL from .01.10.2015-01.04.2016 

Member of the editorial board of the third undergraduate research symposium Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka

Coordinator of the third undergraduate research symposium Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2011

Member of the editorial board of the second undergraduate research symposium Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2010

In charge of the subcommittee of media coverage of the second undergraduate research symposium Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2010

Member of judging panel of the quiz competition at Talent night organized by the English Speech Club of the Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2010

Member of the National Task Force on Sustainable Agriculture, 2021, Ministry of Agriculture

Member of the Setting Panel of G.C.E. (A/L) Agriculture 2020 onwards, Department of Examinations, Colombo, 2020 onwards

Chief Making Examiner (Agriculture) of the (GCE A/L) 2016 onwards, Department of Examinations, Colombo 

Program reviewer of the Quality Assurance and Accreditation Council, University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka from 2017 onwards

Proposal Evaluator of the Research and Invention Commercialization (RIC) of the Accelerating Higher Education Expansion and Development (AHEAD)- 2017-2023, UGC, Ministry of higher Education and Cultural Affairs, Colombo

Proposal Evaluator of the Development Oriented Research (DOR) of the Accelerating Higher Education Expansion and Development (AHEAD)- 2017-2023, UGC, Ministry of higher Education and Cultural Affairs, Colombo

Resource person in the Leadership Development Programme for the new university entrants from 2012-2014 Organized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Ministry of National Defense

Chief making examiner (Agriculture) of the (GCE A/L) 2016 onwards

Jury member to evaluate inventions of North Central Province of the Sri Lanka Inventors Commission, Ministry of Science, Technology, Research, Skill Development and Vocational Training and Kandyan Heritage, Colombo, 2017 onwards

External research reviewer of the Annual Technical Working Group on Agronomy, Crop Physiology, Weed Science and Farm Mechanization of the Department of Agriculture, 2016

Member of the Advisory Board for establishing an Education Center on Traditional Knowledge by Mahaweli Authority of Sri Lanka

Active life member of National Agricultural Society of Sri Lanka

Active life member of National Statistical Society of Sri Lanka

Active life member of Alumni Association of the University of Peradeniya

Active member of Alumni Association (Rajarata Chapter), Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya (2011-2014)

Active life member of the Sri Lanka Association of the Advancement of Science

Active life member of Alumni Association of the Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand

Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Kodithuwakku, A.N., 2022. Legumes for energy efficiency in agricultural systems. In Advances in Legumes for Sustainable Intensification Edited by Meena, Ram Swaroop Kumar, Sandeep, PP 441-460, Academic Press, doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-85797-0.00019-7

Dissanayake, S.P., Gunaratne, L.H.P., Sivanathewerl, T. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S. (2021). Comparative analysis of sustainability in paddy monoculture and paddy-maize rotation farming systems. Tropical Agricultural Research, 32(3): 265-275. DOI: http://doi.org/10.4038/tar.v32i3.8490

Gunawardhana, N.L. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S., 2021., Household Food Security of Urban Slum Dwellers: A Case Study in Colombo Municipality, Sri Lanka. J Food Chem Nanotechnol 7(2): 34-40.https://doi.org/10.17756/jfcn.2021-0110

Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Ranamukhaarachchi, S.L., 2021. Varied Responses of System of Rice Intensification to Medium and Short -aged Rice and Types of Planting Material in Central Plains of Thailand. Asian J. Emerg. Res., 3(1): 12-18. https://doi.org/10.21124/ajerpk.2021.12.18

W. R. M. D. P. Nawarathne, S. P Dissanayake, G. A. S. Ginigaddara, 2020 Community Perception on Sustainable Utilization of Kaduwela Wetland for Agriculture, Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan Journal of Agriculture and Ecosystems, 2(1):78-88. www.rjt.ac.lk/agri/ sljae/2019-01-30

P.C Weerasekara,  C.R. Withanachchi, G.A.S. Ginigaddara, A. Ploeger,2020. Food and Nutrition-Related Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices among Reproductive-Age Women in Marginalized Areas in Sri Lanka. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health, 17, 3985Senarathna, S. A. S. R., Ginigaddara, G. A. S., Kodithuwakku, A. N., & Vimaladhas, V. (2019). Home gardening for Income generation and Food Security of war-affected women-headed families in Cheddikulam, Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan Journal of Agriculture and Ecosystems, 1(1), 73–86.

Senanayake, I. R. T. D., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2019). The Most Effective Holding Size for Small Scale Rubber Sector in Kegalle District, Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan Journal of Agriculture and Ecosystems, 1(1), 41–51.

G.A.S. Ginigaddara, A.Y.A. Lankapura, L.P. Rupasena, A.M.K.R Bandara, 2018. Seaweed Farming as a Sustainable Livelihood Option for Northern Coastal Communities in Sri Lanka. Future of Food: Journal on Food, Agriculture and Society. Vol 6, No 1 (2018)

P.C. Weerasekara, C.R Withanachchi, G.A.S. Ginigaddara, and A. Ploeger, 2018. Nutrition Transition and Traditional Food Cultural Changes in Sri Lanka during Colonization and Post-Colonization. Foods 7, 111; doi:10.3390/foods7070111

GAS Ginigaddara, AIY Lankapura. Farmer’s Perspective on Importance and Constraints of Seaweed Farming in Sri Lanka. Curr Inves Agri Curr Res 3(1) - 2018. CIACR.MS.ID.000151.

K. T. I. Wijewardana, L. P. Rupsena and G. A. S. Ginigaddara, 2017. "Determinants of Future Rice Demand in Sri Lanka" Sri Lanka Journal of Agrarian Studies, Vol.18 (1)

G.A.S. Ginigaddara, J.P.S.N. Madushika, A.M.K.R. Bandara and S.P Dissanayaka, 2017.  Purchasing decision making and consumer

preference for traditional rice in Sri Lanka: A case study in Kegalle district. International Journal of Advanced Scientific Research and Management, Vol. 2 Issue 4, Apr 2017

R. D. C. Rupasinghe, G. A. S. Ginigaddara and Y. M. Wickramasinghe 2017. Farming Systems and Utilization of Environmental Resources in Rural Communities in    the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka Case Study in “Ritigala”, Anuradhapura District,  The        Journal of Agricultural Sciences. Vol. 12, No. 2, May 2017. Pp 76-83 http://dx.doi.org/10.4038/jas.v12i2.8226

Ginigaddara G.A.S., Fernando, A.P.S. and Wijethunga, P.M.A.P.K., 2016. Technical Feasibility of Coconut (Cocos nucifera) Cashew (Anacardium occidentale) Intercropping System in Puttalam District, Sri Lanka. International Journal of Advanced Scientific Research and Management, Vol. 1 Issue 10, Oct 2016

Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Ranamukhaarachchi, S.L., 2015. Phenological variations, yield differences and free proline accumulation in rice under alternate inundation and suspension of irrigation in Central Thailand. Paddy Water Environ. DOI 10.1007/s10333-015-0508-9

Madduma Bandara, C. M., Ginigaddara, G. A. S. and Rekha Nianthi, 2015. Some Experiences in Re-Forestation of Village Tank Catchments in the Dry Zone of Sri Lanka. International Journal of Biological Sciences and Engineering,6(2); 63-72

Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Ranamukhaarachchi, S.L., 2011.  Study of age of seedlings at transplanting on growth dynamics and yield of rice under alternating flooding and suspension of irrigation of water management. Recent Research in Science and Technology, 3(3): 76-88

Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Ranamukhaarachchi, S.L., 2009. Effect of conventional, SRI and modified water management on growth, yield and water productivity of direct-seeded and transplanted rice in central Thailand. Australian Journal of Crop Science 3(5), 278-286

Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Hitinayake H.M.G.S.B. and Wickramasinghe, Y.M., 2009. Feasibility of intercropping Vetivaria zizanioides (linn.)  Nash with banana in the dry zone of Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan J. Agric. Sci. Vol. 46 - 2009, 115 – 129

Gunawaradane. N.L., Ginigaddara G.A.S., Kodithuwakku A.N. (2021). Coping Strategies Adopted by Urban Slum Dwellers to Mitigate Food Insecurity: A Case Study in Colombo Municipality, Sri Lanka. 2nd International Conference on Agriculture, Food Security and Safety. 15th -16th January 2021, P 

Madhushika, H. H. G., Dissanayake, S. P., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2020). Determinants of participation decision of urban women for urban agriculture in Gampaha district, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Symposium on Shaping agriculture for sustainable livelihood and environment, p. 54.

Mawalagedara, K. R., Dissanayake, S.P., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2020). Insufficiency of mandatory laws for the management of invasive alien species in agriculture sector: A case study in the wet zone, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Symposium on Shaping agriculture for sustainable livelihood and environment, p. 55.

Dissanayake, K. G. N. K., Ginigaddara, G. A. S., Punyawardena, B. V. R., & Priyantha, M. G. D. L. (2020). Impacts of seasonal climate on quality of seed paddy and farmer climate-resilient strategies in Anuradhapura district. Proceedings of the Symposium on Shaping agriculture for sustainable livelihood and environment, p. 56.

Wijeweera, D. N., Hettigedara, H. M. P. T. K., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2020). Investigations on fertilizer and plant density requirement of open-pollinated popcorn. Proceedings of the Symposium on Shaping agriculture for sustainable livelihood and environment, p. 57.

Wijekoon, W. M. I. G. S., Ginigaddara, G. A. S., Kakulandara, K. K., & Vimaladhas, V. (2020). Quantification of carbon stocks and plant diversity in tropical home gardens in Kumbukwewa tank cascade, Gomarankadawala, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Symposium on Shaping agriculture for sustainable livelihood and environment, p. 58.

Gunathilaka, K. A. M. A., Dissanayake, D. M. P. S., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2020). Assessment of the suitability of different carrier materials for nitrogen-fixing bacteria under parachute method of paddy cultivation (Oryza sativa L.). Proceedings of the Symposium on Shaping agriculture for sustainable livelihood and environment, p. 59.

Gunawardena, N. L., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2020). Household food security of urban slum dwellers: a case study in Colombo municipality, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Symposium on Shaping agriculture for sustainable livelihood and environment, p. 60.

Ranasinghe, R.D.A.K., Ginigaddara G.A.S., Gunawardena U.A.D.P., (2019). Sustainability Assessment of Wetland Rice Farming in Sri Lanka – A case study in Kaduwela Wetland Ecosystem. 24th International Forestry and Environmental Symposium, Department of Forestry and Environmental Science, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 2019

Senarathna, S. A. S. R., Ginigaddara, G. A. S., Kodithuwakku, A. N., & Vimaladhas, V. (2019). Contribution of dry zone home gardens for household food security: A case study in Vavuniya district of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Symposium on Agrobiodiversity for Climate Change Adaptation, Food and Nutrition, 36–36. 

Premasiri, P. M. S. S., Dissanayake, S. P., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2019). Constraints faced by farmers of minor irrigation systems in mitigating the impact of climate change: case study from Anuradhapura district, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Symposium on Agrobiodiversity for Climate Change Adaptation, Food and Nutrition, 67–67.

Navarathne, W. R. M. D. P., Dissanayake, S. P., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2019). Constraints on adaptation for wetland agriculture to mitigate climate risk., a case study in Kaduwela wetland, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Symposium on Agrobiodiversity for Climate Change Adaptation, Food and Nutrition, 68–68.

Dayarathna, G. W. G. V. M., Dissanayake, S. P., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2019). Villagers’ perception on introducing sustainable agro-tourism programme for rural livelihood upliftment in Palugaswewa cascade system, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Symposium on Agro Biodiversity for Climate Change Adaptation, Food, and Nutrition, 69–69.

Ranasinghe, S. C., Somarathne, K. W. H. A. N., Ginigaddara, G. A. S., & Premarathne, N. M. K. C. (2019). The economic value of care role of women: A case in Kandyan home gardens, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Symposium on Agro Biodiversity for Climate Change Adaptation, Food and Nutrition, 80–80.

Navarathne W.R.M.D.P, Dissanayake S.P, Ginigaddara G.A.S, Kekulandara K.K. (2019). Community perception of wetland use for sustainable agriculture; Case study in Kaduwela wetland, Sri Lanka.  24th International Forestry and Environmental Symposium, Department of Forestry and Environmental Science, University of Sri Jayewardenepura. 2019

Anuradha, G. P. W. S., Premarathne, N. M. K. C., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2019). Application of traditional knowledge in coping with climate change impacts on food production - a case study in the cascaded tank-village system in Palugaswewa, Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Symposium on Agro Biodiversity for Climate Change Adaptation, Food and Nutrition, 44–44.

Senarathna S A S R, Ginigaddara G A S, Kodithuwakku A N and Vimaladhas V. 2019. Role of home garden for food security and income generation of war affected women-headed families in Cheddikulam, Sri Lanka. 11th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, 43-43.

Anuradha G P W S. premarathne N M K C, Ginigaddara G A S and Wewaldeniya A. 2019. Contribution of traditional strategies to enhance the food and nutrition security in Palugaswewa cascade system, Sri Lanka. 11th   Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura,29-29 

Rubasingha C S, Dissanayake S P, Ginigaddara G A S, 2019. Determinants for converting conventional tea to organic tea farming in Neluwa Sinharaja buffer Zone, Sri Lanka11th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, 34-34.

Wimalasiri, P. H. G. R. K., Premarathne, N. M. K. C., Ginigaddara, G. A. S., & Wewaldeniya, A. (2019). Impact of present agriculture on tank ecosystems in Siwalakulama cascade, Sri Lanka. 11th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, 36–36.

Navarathne, W. R. M. D. P., Dissanayake, S. P., Ginigaddara, G. A. S., & Kakulandara, K. K. (2019). Community perception on sustainable utilization of Kaduwela wetland for agriculture, Sri Lanka. 11th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, 39–39.

Premasiri, P. M. S. S., Dissanayake, S. P., & Ginigaddara, G. A. S. (2019). Information needs and seeking behavior of minor irrigation paddy farmers to manage climate risks in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka. 11th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, 40–40.

Ranasinghe, R. D. A. K., Ginigaddara, G. A. S., Gunawaradena, U. A. D. P., & Kakulandara, K. K. (2019). Sustainability Assessment of wetland paddy ecosystem in urban Kaduwela area, Sri Lanka. 11th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, 41–41.

Ranasinghe, S. C., Somarathne, K. W. H. A. N., Ginigaddara, G. A. S., & Premarathne, N. M. K. C. (2019). A model to calculate women's care economic value in households: A case study in Kandyan home gardens, Sri Lanka. 11th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, 42–42.

Dayarathne, G. W. G. V. M., Dissanayake, S. P., Ginigaddara, G. A. S., & Kakulandara, K. K. (2019). Exploring the perception of local community and potential to introduce agro-tourism in Palugaswewa tank cascade system. 11th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, 44–44.

S A S R Senarathna, G A S Ginigaddara, A N Kodithuwakku and V Vimaladhas .2019. Contribution of dry zone home gardens for household food security: case study in vavuniya district of Sri Lanka. Agro-biodiversity for climate change adaptation, Food and Nutrition symposium proceedings.

Arachchi, N.N.W., Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Dissanayake, S.P. and Kakulandara, K.M.K.K., 2018. Adoption of climate smart agricultural practices towards sustainable crop production in Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka. 4th   International. Research Symposium of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka.

Jayaweera, S.P.N.H., Dharmasena P.B. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S..2018. Spatial Variation of Cropping Systems and Weed Diversity along Tank Cascades: A Case Study in Thirappane Tank Cascade System in Sri Lanka. 10th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Kodithuwakku, A.N. and Dissanayake. S.P, 2018.  Impact of community markets as viable strategy for uplifting the wellbeing of the rural communities in Sri Lanka, 4th   International Research Symposium of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka.

Priyangika, H.K.D., Ginigaddara, G.A.S. Dissanayake, S.P. and Kakulandara, K.M.K.K., 2018.  Comparative analysis of socio-demography on buying behavior of organic products in Batticaloa district, Sri Lanka. 4th   International Research Symposium of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka.

Hemarathne, H.S.C. Dissanayaka S.P. and Ginigaddara G.A.S.., 2018.Comparison of sustainability in paddy –cattle integration in new and old colonies in Mahaweli ‘H’ area, Sri Lanka. 4th   International Research Symposium of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka.

Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Dissanayake, S.P., 2018. Major drives and constraints in adoption to traditional rice cultivation in dry zone Sri Lanka. 4th   International Research Symposium of Rajarata University of Sri Lanka.

Kalhari, G.M.M., Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Kodithuwakku, A.N., 2018. Identification of environmentally sustainable agricultural practices utilized by farmers in Mahaweli system ‘H’ in Sri Lanka.

Liyanage, N.G.P., Dissanayaka, S.P. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S., 2018. Sustainability Assessment of Paddy Monoculture and Paddy –Maize Rotation Systems in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka. 10th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Arachchi, N.N.W., Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Dissanayake, S.P., 2018. Adoption of Organic Farming Practices in Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka. 10th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Priyangika, H.K.D., Ginigaddara G.A.S. and Dissanayake, S.P., 2018.Factors Affecting on Willingness to Purchase Organic Foods: A Case Study in Batticaloa District, Sri Lanka. 10th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

De Silva, T.I.N., Samaraweera, D.N., Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Tharanga, K.H.G.M.and Kodithuwakku, A.N., 2018. Effects of Gliricidia Sepium and Arachis Pintoi on Cinnamon (Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Blume) Growing Soil. 10th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Hemarathne, H.S.C., Dissanayaka, S.P. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S., 2018. Sustainability Assessment of Low Input Paddy-Livestock Intergraded Farming System in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka. 10th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Madushika, B.P.T., Somarathne, K.W.H.A.N. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S., 2018. Role of Women in Household Food Security through Home Gardening: A Case Study on Kandyan Home Gardens of Sri Lanka.  10th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Kalhari G.M.M., Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Kodithuwakku, A.N., Identification of Farming Systems in Mahaweli System “H” in Sri Lanka. 2018. 10th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Senanayake, I.R.T.D. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S., 2017. Effect of land size on productivity of small-scale rubber plantations in Kegalle district. 9th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Premarathna G.N.S., Ginigaddara G.A.S., Munasinghe E.S., Bandara A.M.K.R. and Rodrigo V.H.L.,2017.Socio-economic,cultural and agronomic  limitations for adaptation of rubber cultivation in northern province of sri lanka. 9th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Kavindya, W.D.J., Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Mapatuna, Y.,2017. Analysis of a pertinent insurance scheme for maize cultivation, under “4p” concept in agribusiness. 9th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Andrew, W.V.C.D. Wickramasinghe, Y.M. Dissanayaka, S.P. Ginigaddara, G.A.S.,2017. Production and Marketing Constraints of Small Scale Dairy Farming Systems in Kurunegala District of Sri Lanka. In: 6th International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: 6th ICSUSL 2017, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka

Lankapura, A.Y, Ginigaddara, GAS. and Rupasena, L. P., 2017. Importance and Limitations of Seaweed Farming in Sri Lanka: Farmers' Perspective. In: 6th International Conference of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. Belihuloya, Sri Lanka: 6th ICSUSL 2017, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, p.5.

Dulanjali, D.M.K., Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Somarathna, N., Karalliyadda, S.M.C.B., and Dissanayaka, S.P., 2016. Farmers’ Perception on the Gender of the Agriculture Instructors for Effective Technology Transferring in Paddy Farming Systems in Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka. 3rd International Conference of Agricultural Sciences- 2016, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka

Kumari, B.M.A.M.C., Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Fernando, A.P.S.,2016. Study on adoption of traditional rice cultivation in Anuradhapura District. 8th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Madushika, J.P.S.N., Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Bandara AMKR.,2016. Factors affecting consumer preference and market demand of traditional rice varieties in Kegalle district. 8th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

Kumara, D.G.N.S., Fernando, A.P.S., Senevirathna, M.A.P.K., and Ginigaddara, G.A.S., 2016. Economics of ginger production and marketing in Kurunegala district. 8th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

A.P.S. Fernando, M.I.K. Athipola, G.A.S.  Ginigaddara and S.P. Dissanayake., 2016. Kandyan Home Gardens and Rural Economy: Case in Athipola Village in Matale District. Proceedings of the International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

R.M.M.P. Jinadasa, N.Somarathna, G.A.S. Ginigaddara, S.M.C.B.Karalliyadda and A.M.K.R. Bandara, 2015. Women's contribution in care economy: A case study on women serving in formal sector jobs. 7th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

D.M.K. Dulanjila, N. Somarathna, G.A.S. Ginigaddara, S.M.C.B. Karalliyadda and A.M.K.R. Bandara, 2015. The relationship between gender and effectiveness in technology transfer among agriculture instructors: A case study on paddy farmers in Anuradhapura District. 7th Annual Research Symposium Proceedings, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura

G. A. S. Ginigaddara, 2015. Location specific SRI research in Sri Lanka. SEA Regional conference on SRI  25-28 May, 2015 in TH Hotel, Alor Setar, Malaysia

G. A. S. Ginigaddara, 2014. Is System of Rice Intensification (SRI) Biologically Feasible? A Sri Lankan Experience. Forth International Rice Congress (IRC 2014), 27 October- November 2014, Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand.

H.A.Y. Biyanka, G.A.S. Ginigaddara and B.P.A. Jayaweera. 2014.  Breeds, herd characteristics and feeding systems of different goat management systems in Kurunegala district. Proceedings of Wayamba International Conference at Wayamba University of Sri Lanka, 29-30 August, 2014

G. A. S. Ginigaddara, L. A. N. D. Wijesiri and J. R. S. R. Jayakoody, 2014. Effect of plant spacing and number of plants per hill on growth and yield of rice (Oryza sativa l.) variety BG - 359 under the system of rice intensification (Sri) in dry zone of Sri Lanka. International Conference of Agricultural Sciences, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya.

W.K.B Perera, G.A.S. Ginigaddara, A.P.S.Fernando, R.H.G.R. Wathsala,  W.W.D.A. Gunawardana, 2013. Potentials and constraints of dairy farming in Talawa block in Mahaweli system H. Proceedings of the forth undergraduate research symposium 2013, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura

H.A.Y. Biyanka, G.A.S. Ginigaddara and B.P.A. Jayaweera. 2013.  Present Status of Goat Farming in Kurunegala District: Management Systems and Constraints, 2013.Proceedings of International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment 2013 University of Ruhuna Sri Lanka

M.M.J.B.Yapa, P.D.Kahandage, G.A.S.Ginigaddara., 2013. Development and testing of a paddy transplanter. Proceedings of the forth undergraduate research symposium 2013, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura

K.D.M.V.Shanthapriya, G.A.S.Ginigaddara, A.P.S.Fernanado, R.H.G.R.Wathsala, W.W.D.A.Gunawardana. 2013.The impact of backyard poultry on household’s income and egg consumption in (Talawa block of Mahaweli system H). Proceedings of the forth undergraduate research symposium 2013, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura

L.A.N.D. Wijesiri, G.A.S. Ginigaddara, D.A.U.D. Devasinghe., 2013. Effects of plant spacing and number of plants per hill on growth and yield of rice (oryza sativa l.) under the System of Rice Intensification (SRI) in dry zone of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the forth undergraduate research symposium 2013, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura

Madduma Bandara, C.M., Nianthi, R., Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Shaw, R., 2013. Impact of climate change on children in Sri Lanka: A perceptional analysis. Conference on Sri Lanka- Japan collaborative research 2013. 29th – 31st March 2013 at the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

Maithreepala, S.P.K., Weerasooriya, G.A.T.V., Kahandage, P.D. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S., 2013. Design, development and testing of combined manual weeder and marker for row planted Paddy (SRI method). Proceedings of the Annual research sessions, 2013, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Mohomad Ali, I. L., Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Kahandage, P.D., Fernando, A.P.S. and Bandara, A.M.K.R., 2013. Plough layer depth on growth and yield of rice in Dry zone of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Annual research sessions, 2013, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Kotandeniya, K.W.M.K.W.U.L.B., Wanigasundara, W.A.D.P., Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Anuradha, J.M.P.N., 2012. Development of Self- learning CD rom to promote the Kitchen garden concept among the rural households.   Proceedings of the Forth Undergraduate Research Symposium, 2012, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura

Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Fernando, A.P.S. and Samarakoon, C.B., 2012. Effect of dairy farm village project (DFVP) concept on preferences and utilization of selected dairy products in Anuradhapura district. Proceedings of the Annual research sessions, 2012, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Biyanka, H.A.Y., Jayaweera, B.P.A. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S., 2012. Occurrences of gastrointestinal parasites in goats (Capra hircus) under different management systems in Kurunegala district. Proceedings of the Forth Undergraduate Research Symposium, 2012, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura

Hemachandra, L.W.S.S., Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Fernando, A.P.S., 2012. Cattle farming systems and livelihood development of dairy farmers: evidence from dry zone cattle farming systems in Anuradhapura district. Proceedings of the Forth Undergraduate Research Symposium, 2012, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura

Samarakoon, C.B., Fernando, A.P.S. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S., 2012. Contribution of dairy farm village project (DFVP) on household food security: Evidence from household utilization of milk and milk-based products in Anuradhapura district. Proceedings of the Forth Undergraduate Research Symposium, 2012, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura

Jayathilaka   U.W.A., Premaratne., S.Premalal, G.G.C., Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Bandara, A.M.K.R., 2012. Seed production, dry matter yield and nutritive value of rye grass (lolium spp) grown in up country wet zone of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the Forth Undergraduate Research Symposium, 2012, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura

Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Ranamukhaarachchi, S.L., 2011. Variation of free proline accumulation and phenology of rice under alternative irrigation and suspension of irrigation schemes. Proceedings of the Annual research sessions, 2011, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Sanjeewa, H.A.M., Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Gunawardhana A. and Bandara, A.M.K.R., 2011. Analysis and comparison among three selected dairy farming villages (DFV) in Anuradhapura district. Proceedings of the Third Undergraduate Research Symposium, 2011, Faculty of Agriculture, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura

Ginigaddara, G.A.S. and Ranamukhaarachchi, S.L., 2009. Effect of different water management regimes on growth, yield and water productivity of rice in SRI. Innovations in agrocutural, food and renewable energy productions for mankind. The 10th Annual Conference of Thai Society of Agricultural Engineering. 1st-3rd April, 2009. Suranaree University of Technology, Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand

Ginigaddara, G.A.S., Hitinayake H.M.G.S.B. and Wickramasinghe, Y.M., 2009. Feasibility of intercropping Vetivaria zizanioides (linn.)  Nash with banana in the dry zone of Sri Lanka. Second International Symposium, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, 8-12th July 2008

Chandrakanthi, K.L.M. and Ginigaddara, G.A.S., 2006. A preliminary study to investigate the potentials of incorporating medicinal plants in to Dry Zone home gardens. Proceedings of International Symposium of Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Belihuloya, Sri Lanka, July, 2006

Training on “Sri Lanka Technology Transfer Consultations” in U.S. Department of Commerce, Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP from June 11-21, 2019, in Washington, D.C. and Concord, New Hampshire, USA

Training workshop on Leadership and Career Development for women in science, technology and research  (STR) organized by National Academy of science of Sri Lanka (NASSL), National Science Foundation (NSF) and Sri Lankan Academy of young scientists (SLAYS). 23rd May 2017

Short Course on Advanced Agribusiness Management Course for Executives and Managers from 27th February to 3rd March, 2017 at Bali Indonesia

Training program on Gender Equity/Equality in Universities – Enhancing Women Leadership organized by University Grants Commission from 9-11 January 2017

Two-day National conference on “Development and Promotion of Homestay and Farm stay to increase farm household income in Sri Lanka” at Sri Lanka Foundation Institute, conducted by Asian Productivity Organization, Japan. September 2015

Short course in Application of Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographical information   Systems (GIS) in Agricultural Research, Rajarata University of   Sri Lanka, March 2015

Three-day workshop on Installation of water pressure sensors in water stress studies at the Central Bicol State University of Agriculture, Bicol, Philippines, 14-17th of February, 2015.

One –day workshop on “Reviewing research articles: Are we doing right?” Organized by National Science and Technology Commission, Colombo, April, 2014

Four-day workshop on “Environmental Impact Assessment”. Organized by the Institute of Environmental Professional Sri Lanka (IEPSL) in collaboration with the Central Environment Authority at Angunukolapalassa, Sri Lanka, July, 2013

Two-day workshop on “Career Guidance Counselors and academic career guidance advisors in universities. Organized by the HETC project at Hotel Janaki, Colombo December, 2012

One day work shop on “Training Trainers of the Career Guidance Counseling Units to strengthen the entrepreneurial Graduate Programme” Organized by the HETC project at Hotel Janaki, Colombo, February, 2012

Two-day work shop on “Student counseling”. Organized by the Staff Development Center, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, November, 2011

Work shop on “Soft skills”. Organized by the Staff Development Center, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, November, 2011

Seminar on “Intellectual property”. Organized by the Staff Development Center, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, October, 2011            

Training workshop on skills for science communication to the public conducted by the National Science Foundation in collaboration with Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, August, 2011

International workshop on Capacity Development for Farm Management Strategies to Improve Crop-Water Productivity using Aqua Crop. China Agricultural University, Beijing, China, September, 2009

International PhD Course on Advances in Agricultural Water Productivity Assessment and Improvement in Irrigation Schemes. Conference Center, Asian Institute of Technology, Pathumthani, Thailand, October, 2009

Training program on farm water management. Field of study of agricultural systems and Engineerring, Asian Institute of technology, Thailand, November 2007

Training program on Sustainable Watershed management. Field of study of agricultural systems and Engineering, Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand September 2007

Workshop on Ethics, attitudes and behavior organized by the Staff Development Center, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura November 2005

Short Course on Design and analysis of Experiments (one week). Post Graduate institute of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, March 2005

One week workshop on Post harvest handling of fruits and vegetables Post Graduate Institute of Science, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka , October 2005

Training course on Teaching Methodology. Career Development Center, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, January–July 2003

Female Counselor for the HIV /AIDS prevention project in Rural Development Center (NGO), Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka

Ginigaddara G.A.S., 2018.  Crop Residue Management

Ginigaddara G.A.S., 2018. Plant and Animal Based Fertilizers and Pesticides

Ginigaddara G.A.S., 2018. Climate Smart Agriculture

Ginigaddara G.A.S., 2018. Traditional Rice Varieties

Ginigaddara G.A.S., 2018. Zero Tillage

Ginigaddara G.A.S., 2018. Mulching

Ginigaddara G.A.S., 2018. Sri Lankan Home Gardens and Household Food Security

Ginigaddara G.A.S., 2018. Soil Health

Ginigaddara G.A.S., 2018. Asian Rice Based Farming Systems

Postgraduate

Upul Weerawardhana, 2016. Masters in Development Studies  of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Colombo -Thesis title: An assessment of livelihood status of traditional farmers engaged in organic farming: Case study of Madyama Nuwaragam Palatha (MNP) division 
 

Undergraduate

Shirodya Chamini Ranasinghe, 2019: A model to calculate women’s care economic value in households-A case in Kandiyan Home Gardens, Sri Lanka

Chanaka Sandaruwan Rubasinghe, 2019: Determinants for converting conventional tea to organic tea farming in Neluwa Sinharaja buffer zone,Sri Lanka 

R.D.Arani Koshathaki Ranasinghe, 2019: Sustainability assessment of wetland paddy eco system in urban Kaduwela area, Sri Lanka  

P.M.S.S.Premasiri, 2019 :Information needs and seeking behavior of minor irrigation paddy farmers to manage climate risks in Anuradahapura district Sri Lanka

G.W.G.Viraj Malinda Dayarathna, 2019 :Exploring the perception of local community and potential to introduce Agro-Tourism in Palugaswewa tank cascade system

S.A.Senali Randika Senarathna, 2019 : Home gardening for food security and income generation of war affected women- headed families in Cheddikulam , Sri Lanka

G.P.W.S.Anuradha,, 2019 : Contribution of traditional strategies to enhance the food and nutrition security in Palugaswewa cascade system ,Sri Lanka

W.R.M.D.P.Navarathne, 2019: Community perception on sustainable utilization of Kaduwela wetland for agriculture, Sri Lanka

T.Ishara Nirangi the Silva, 2018: Effects of Gliricidia Sepium and Arachis pintoi on Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume) growing soil

Nirosha Nuwangi Wilwala Arachchi, 2018: Adoption of organic farming practises in Batticaloa district, Sri Lanka

G.M.Madhusha Kalhari, 2018: Identification of farming systems  in Mahaweli system “H”in Sri Lanka

H.K.D.Priyangika, 2018:Factors affecting on willingness to purchase organic food: A case study in Batticloa district, Sri Lanka

Nadeesha Gayathri Pitigala Liyanage , 2018: Sustainability assessment  of paddy monoculture and Paddy –Maize rotation systems in Anuradhapura district, Sri Lanka.

H.Sachini Chamilka Hemarathna, 2018 :  Sustainability assessment of low input paddy livestock integrated farming systems in Anuradhapura district, Sri Lanka.

S.P.Nadeesha Himangi Jayaweera, 2018: Spatial variation of cropping systems and weed diversity along tank cascade: A case study in Thirappane tank cascade system in Anuradhapura district of Sri Lanka.

G. Nuwan Sanjeewa Premarathna, 2017: Socio-economic, cultural and agronomic limitations for adaptation of rubber cultivation in Northern Province of Sri Lanka

W.D.Jinadari Kavindya, 2017: Analysis of pertinent insurance schemes for selected farming sectors under “4P”concept in agribusiness

I.R.T.D. Senanayake, 2017: Effect of land size on productivity of small scale rubber plantations in Kegalle district

D.G.N.S.Kumara, 2016:Economics of Ginger (Zingiber officinale rosc.)  production and marketing in Kurunagala district

K.T.I.Wijewardana, 2016: Factors affecting demand for Rice in  Sri  Lanka

J.P.S.N. Madushika, 2016: Factors affecting consumer preference and market demand of traditional rice varieties in Kagalle district

B.M.A.M.C. Kumari, 2016: Factors affecting adoption on traditional rice cultivation in Anuradhapura district

R. M. M. P. Jinadasa, 2015: Women’s contribution in care- economy: a case study on women serve in formal sector jobs

D.M.K.Dulanjila, 2015: The relationship between gender and effectiveness in technology transfer among agriculture instructors: a case study on paddy farmers in Anuradhapura district

M.I.K.Athipola, 2014: Contribution of non-timber forest products of Kandyan home gardens to the household economy: evidence from Atipola village in Matale district

R.D.C Rupasinghe, 2014: Relationship between utilization of environmental resources and farming systems adopted by rural communities in dry zone: Case study in “Ritigala

K.D.M.V.Shanthapriya, 2013: The impact of backyard poultry on house hold income and egg consumption in (Talawa block of mahaweli system H)

A.M.H.K Athapattu, 2013: Development and analysis of Cashew (Anacardium occidentale l.) marketing channel in Puttalam district of Sri Lanka

K.D. Madhusha Viduranga Shanthapriya, 2013: The impact of backyard poultry on household income and egg consumption (Talawa block of Mahaweli System H)

A.M. Harsha Kumara Athapattu, 2013: Development and analysis of Cashew marketing channel in Puttlam district of Sri Lanka

W.K.B Perera. 2013: Potentials and constraints of dairy farming in Talawa block in Mahaweli system H.

L.W.S.S. Hemachandra, 2013: Cattle farming systems and livelihood development of dairy farmers: evidence from cattle farming in Anuradhapura district

M.M.J.B.yapa, 2013: Development and testing of a paddy transplanter

L.A.N.D.Wijesiri, 2013: Effects of plant spacing and number of plant per hill on growth and yield of rice (Oryza sativa l.) under the system of rice intensification (SRI) in dry zone of Sri Lanka

S.M. Chaminda Bandara Samarakoon, 2012: Contribution of dairy farm village project (DEVP) on household food security: Evidence from Household Utilization of Milk and Milk Based Products in Anuradhapura District

H. Yasasi Biyanka, 2012: Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites of goats (Capra hircus) in Kurunegala district

U.W.A. Jayathilaka, 2012: Seed production, dry matter yield and nutritive value of Rye grass (Lolium spp) grown in upcountry wet zone of Sri Lanka.

I.L. Mohamed Ali, 2012: Investigation on effect of depth of ploughing on growth and yield of rice in dry zone of Sri Lanka.

H.A.M. Sanjeewa, 2011: Analysis and comparison among three selected dairy farming villages (DFVS) in Anuradhapura district