Collaborations and Community Activities


Collaborations 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


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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