Development of new varieties of other field crops (Chilli, Onion, maize, Fingermillet, Cowpea, Blackgram, Soybean, Mungbean, Groundnut and Sesame) through breeding programmes.

Maintenance of all the recommended crop varieties while assuring their qualities.

Providing breeder seeds of recommended crop varieties to the Seed and Planting Material Development Centre for the production of basic seeds.

Those who interest can be engaged in hybrid seed production by applying through the Director. Selected producers should make an agreement with the institute. Required technological instructions and seeds of parental lines will be provided.

Providing technical recommendations through research to increase the quantity and quality of the yield of other food crops.

Suitable fertilizer recommendations are provided for the farmers who cultivating other food crops by testing the soil condition. Rs.290/= should be paid per one soil sample. Cooperation of agricultural instructors can be gained for this.

• Publication of reports regarding the research done by the institute.
• Distribution of booklets, handbills, magazines and DVDs including technological information by department outlets.
• Providing practical knowledge to the farmers by conducting field days.
• Organizing crop clinics to aware regarding the pests and disease problems and other field problems.
• Promote the technologies through television, radio, newspapers and internet (www.doa.gov.lk)
• Conducting lectures and training programmes for different groups including students and farmers.