HORDI Division4-Entomology

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Entomology Division

Research and development activities related to the diagnosis and management of pests in vegetables and root crops

Research and Publications

Research and Publications of the Entomology Division

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Services

  1. Biological control of vegetable pests using natural enemies and microbes.
  2. Biocontrol and biopesticide evaluation in protected cultivation.
  3. Eco-friendly pest control methods for vegetables in IPM program.
  4. ICM promotion using cultural, biological, and mechanical pest control in vegetables.
  5. Non-chemical, innovative pest control for vegetable crops.
  6. Sustainable INM to control Meloidogyneand boost vegetable yields.
  7. Bio-efficacy testing of new insecticides and nematicides.
  8. Variety evaluation trials for horticultural crops.
  9. Training programs for students (undergraduate, NVQ Level 4 & 5).
  10. Farmer and officer training programs.
  11. Awareness, workshops, exhibitions, and outreach programs.

OFFICERS IN THE DIVISION

Dr (Mr) K.M.D.W.P. Nishantha

Principal Agriculture Scientist (Entomology)
Additional Director (Plant Protection Service)

Dr (Ms) P.H. Ranaweera

Assistant Director of Agriculture (Research)

Ms.H.H.M.N.K.Happukotuwa

Assistant Director of Agriculture (Research)

Ms.A.G.I.P.Kumari

Assistant Director of Agriculture (Research)