05-Aug-2026
On the instructions of the Dean and considering the prevailing adverse weather conditions, the Library Committee has officially postponed the Agriculture Library Open Day - 2026. Originally scheduled for August 6th, the event will now take place in September 2026. The exact date will be notified to all participating schools in due course.
About the Event: The Library Committee of the Faculty of Agriculture is proud to organize the Agriculture Library Open Day for the third consecutive year at the Agriculture Library and Appadurai Auditorium, University of Peradeniya.
This year, 100 students and their teachers from 20 schools acro
ss five educational zones in the Kandy and Matale districts are invited. Each school will be represented by five Grade 12 Biology and Agriculture students and one teacher, ensuring a dynamic and enriching educational experience.
The main objective of this initiative is to raise awareness among Advanced Level Biology and Agriculture students about the comprehensive academic resources available at the Agriculture Library and to encourage their effective use as they pursue higher education. The program also aims to provide insights into the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Peradeniya.
In line with the program, an inter-school Library Quest Challenge will be held, where teams will participate in a guided exploration of library resources. The event will be graced by the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, the Director of the Postgraduate Institute of Agriculture, and the Librarian of the University of Peradeniya.