Collaborations, Key Alumni, and Community Activities
The Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Peradeniya fosters strong international collaborations, building partnerships with global institutions to enhance research and educational opportunities. Our esteemed visiting and honorary professors bring diverse expertise and perspectives, significantly enriching our academic community. We take pride in our alumni, many of whom hold notable positions in academia, research, and administration, showcasing the excellence of the education provided here. Complementing this, our vibrant student societies play a crucial role in fostering leadership, teamwork, and community engagement, preparing students for both professional and personal success. Through these collaborative efforts and active participation, the faculty continues to advance agricultural sciences while making meaningful contributions to societal development.
Alumni of Dept. of Agricultural Biology
| Name of the Alumni | Affiliation | Position | Local/International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ms. Dhanesha Nanayakkara | Massey University, New Zealand | PhD Candidate | International |
| Ms. Iresha Edirisinghe | University of Southern Mississippi, USA | PhD Candidate | International |
| Dr. Asanga Deshapriya | Riken | International | |
| Ms. Kumudu Himali Subasinghe | University of North Texas Health Science Center | RA | International |
| Mr. Chithranga Edirisooriya | Ceylon Tobacco Company PLC. | Agronomy and Sustainability Manager | Local |
| Dr. Chinthaka Widanapathirana | National Cinnamon Research and Training Centre, Dept. of Export Agriculture | Deputy Director | Local |
| Mr. Amila Dassanayake | Government of Sri Lanka Customs | Local | |
| Ms. Kimesha Irangika Silva | Ministry of Plantations | Assistant Director | Local |
| Mr. Dammika Gunawardana | National Food Promotion Boards, Ministry of Agriculture | Assistant Director | Local |
| Dr. Nayani Aratchige | Coconut Research Institute | Additional Director | Local |
| Dr. Samanthi Wasala | Department of Agriculture | Additional Director Research | Local |
Alumni of Dept. of Agricultural Economics
| Name of the Alumni | Affiliation | Position | Local/International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. P. Abeygunawardena | Ahinsa Tea | CEO | International |
| Dr. Shamen Vidanage | IUCN | County Representative | International |
| Dr. Athula Senaratne | The World Bank | Program Specialist | International |
| Dr. Janaranjana Hetath | West Virginia State University, USA | Associate Professor | International |
| Prof. Manoshi Samaranayake | University of Central Oklahoma | Professor | International |
| Dr. Manoj Thibbatumunuwe | Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka | Division Head | Local |
| Dr. Chamila Chandrasiri | Department of Agriculture | Director/Socioeconomics | Local |
| Professor Udaya Rathnayake | Wayamba University of Sri Lanka | Vice Chancellor | Local |
| Dr. Asanka Wijesinghe | Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka | Research Fellow | Local |
| Mr. Leel Randeni | Ministry of Environment | Director/Climate Change | Local |
| Professor Jagath Edirisinghe | Wayamba University of Sri Lanka | Dean/Agriculture and Plantation Management | Local |
| Dr. Manjula Pinnalanda | Paddy Marketing Board of Sri Lanka | Chairman | Local |
| Dr. HW Shyamali | Tea Research Institute of Sri Lanka | Head/Agricultural Economics | Local |
| Dr. Pushpika Malakanthi | Center for Poverty Analysis | Director | Local |
| Professor Pushpika Malkanthi | Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka | Professor | Local |
| Ms. Indumini Kodikara | Sri Lanka Export Development Board | Director/IT | Local |
| Mr. Amila Perera | Amila Logistics (PVT) Ltd | CEO | Local |
| Mr. R Marasinghe | National Zoological Gardens | Director | Local |
| Mr. Jagath Senviratne | ICTA | Principal Program Officer/Economic Analysis | Local |
| Mr. SMM Samarkoon | Kurunegala Plantations | CEO | Local |
| Dr. Sarath Idrisigh | Coconut Research Institute of Sri Lanka | Head/Agricultural Economics | Local |
| Dr. Vipula Wickramarchchi | Central Bank of Sri Lanka | Deputy Director | Local |
| Dr. Sashee Dissanayake | Central Bank of Sri Lanka | Deputy Director | Local |
| Mr. Hasitha Ganegama | Habib Bank Limited | Regional Head of Compliance - Sri Lanka & Maldives | Local |
Alumni of Dept. of Agricultural Engineering
| Name of the Alumni | Affiliation | Position | Local/International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lahiru Jayakody | Southern Illinois University, USA | Assistant Professor | International |
| Nuwan Wijewardane | Agricultural & Biological Engineering, Mississippi State University, USA | Assistant Professor | International |
| Lakshman Galagedara | Memorial University of Newfoundland, Grenfell Campus, Canada | Professor | International |
| Buddika Hapuarachchi | Climate and Environment, UNDP Sri Lanka | Policy Specialist and Team Lead | Local |
Alumni of Dept. of Agricultural Extension
Alumni of Dept. of Animal Science
Alumni of Dept. of Crop Science
Alumni of Dept. of Food Science
Alumni of Dept. of Soil Science
| Name of the Alumni | Affiliation | Position | Local/International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prof. Inoka Amarakoon | Department of Soil Science, University of Manitoba | Assistant Professor | International |
| Prof. Darshani Kumaragamage | Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences, University of Winnipeg | International | |
| Prof. Srimathie Indraratne | Department of Environmental Studies and Sciences, University of Winnipeg | Associate Professor | International |
| Prof. Ganga Hettiarachchi | Department of Agronomy, Kansas State University | Professor | International |
| Prof. Junta YANAI | Laboratory of Soil Science, Kyoto Prefectural University | Visiting Honorary Professor | International |
| Prof. Lakshman Galagedara | Memorial University of Newfoundland | Full Professor | International |
| Dr. Gertrude Scynthya Nirukshan | CNH Industrial, Belgium | Crop Nutritional Value Specialist | International |
| Mr. Hemachandra Kulasiri | CIC Agribusiness | General Manager | Local |
| Mr. Priyanga Dematawa | DIMO Agribusiness | Chief Operating Officer | Local |
Alumni of Agricultural BioTechnology Center (AgBC)
| Name of the Fellows, and Visiting and Honorary Professor/Lecturer | Working Institute | Position | Local/International |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Nandika Bandara | Associate Professor & Canada Research Chair in Food Proteins and Bio Products | Associate Professor | International |
| Prof. Tadayuki TSUJITA | SAGA University, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Applied Biochemistry and Food Science, Division of Biochemistry, Japan | Professor | International |
| Prof. Germán Bollerio | University of Illinois | Professor | International |
| Prof. Mary Arends Kuenning | University of Illinois | Professor | International |
| Prof. Sarah Low | University of Illinois | Professor | International |
| Lavan Karpus | University of Illinois | International |
Alumni of Agribusiness Center
Alumni of Agriculture Education Unit
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