02-Jan-2026

Cargills Dairies Pvt. Ltd., Donates Laptop Computers to the Department of Animal Science

Cargills Dairies (Pvt.) Ltd. generously donated four laptop computers to the Department of Animal Science, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, to support teaching, research, and student learning activities.

The donation was formally handed over to Dean, Faculty of Agriculture on 2 January 2026 at the Faculty of Agriculture. Representing Cargills Dairies (Pvt.) Ltd., Mr. Crishantha Kumarage, Mr. Uditha Dissanayake, and Mr. D.C. Kumarage participated in the event.

From the University of Peradeniya, the event was attended by Professor B.C. Jayawardana, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Professor Pradeepa Silva, Professor J.K. Vidanarachchi, who facilitated the collaboration between the University of Peradeniya and Cargills Quality Dairies, and Professor Sarath Kodithuwakku of the Faculty of Agriculture.

The donated laptop computers will be utilized to strengthen academic instruction, postgraduate and undergraduate research activities, and capacity building within the Department of Animal Science. This contribution reflects Cargills Dairies’ continued commitment to supporting higher education, research excellence, and industry-academia collaboration in Sri Lanka.

The Faculty of Agriculture and the Department of Animal Science sincerely appreciate this valuable contribution and look forward to further strengthening partnerships with industry stakeholders for the advancement of education and research.

26-Jan-2026

Student Welcome Ceremony of the 2024/2025 Intake to the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya

The Welcome Ceremony and the Student Registration for the 2024/2025 batch of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, were held on 26th January 2026. The event was graced by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Terrence Madhujith, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ranjith Pallegama, and the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Professor Barana Jayawardana.

The ceremony marked the official welcome of the new students to the University and the beginning of their academic journey in the Faculty of Agriculture.

17-Feb-2026

SLIAg Donates to the Rebuilding fund of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya

The Sri Lanka Institute of Agriculture (SLIAg) has generously contributed to the rebuilding fund of the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya, which recently sustained significant damage due to adverse weather conditions brought about by the Ditwah Cyclone. The severe impacts of the cyclone disrupted academic activities, affected infrastructure, and posed considerable challenges to students, academic staff, and the wider university community.

Recognizing the long-standing role of the faculty in advancing agricultural education, research, and innovation in Sri Lanka, SLIAg stepped forward to extend its support during this critical period. The contribution is intended to assist in restoring damaged facilities, rehabilitating essential resources, and ensuring that teaching, research, and extension services can resume smoothly and effectively.

This gesture reflects SLIAg’s strong commitment to standing in solidarity with the academic and professional agricultural community during times of hardship.

27-Jun-2025

Two memorandum of understanding (MOU)s were signed between the University of Peradeniya and Keels Food Products PLC and Ceylon Cold Stores PLC to establish opportunities for mutually beneficial research and development projects.

The Vice-chancellor, Prof. W.M. Terrance Madujith, Prof. B.C. Jayawardana (Dean, Faculty of Agriculture), Prof. Sarath Kodithuwakku (Former Dean, Faculty of Agriculture) and Dr. Malinda Hulugalla ((Dept. of Animals Science, Faculty of Agriculture) from the University of Peradeniya and Mr. Daminda Gamlath (President - Consumer Foods Group at John Keels Holdings), Mr. Viranga Wickramaratne (CEO, Keels Food Products), Mr. Nirosh Lalantha (Head of Research and Development Keels food Products), Mr. Sanjeewa Jayasundera (Head of Supply Chain, Ceylon Cold Stores) and Mr. Udaya Padmakumara (Head of Innovation and Product Development, Ceylon Cold Stores) participated the event held on 27 th June 2025 at the Head Office of John Keels Holdings in Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams.