…manure. Stimulate flowering – To get the maximum number of flowers flowering should be induced artificially. Usually, this practice is done in January. For that 5-7 nodes are removed from…
Nutmeg
…logging are unsuitable. Climate Rainfall – well-distributed rainfall of 1,500-2500mm. is sufficient Temperature – average annual temperature should be 20-30 C Altitude – up to 600m Shade is essential during…
Coffee
…Its better to have soil pH evels in between 5 to 6.5. If the soil is highly acidic Dolamite application is recommended. Well drained Latasolic soil is suitable for Arabica…
National Cinnamon Research Station and Training Center
…Plant Nutrition Division Improving soil fertility and developing an integrated nutrient management systems for cinnamon by using inorganic and organic fertilizers in order to reduce cost for fertilizer. To develop…
Central Research Station – Matale
…separate divisions mainly to identification of pathogens, pest and diseases, to develop new varieties, for fertilizer recommendations, to develop fine agronomic practices and to develop value added products. Moreover, knowledge…
Cardamom
…annum. Nearly 60% shade is essential factor for cardamom. Hence it is commonly grown under natural forest cover. Temperature – Most favored temperature is 10-25 0C Crop establishment Planting material…
Lemon Grass
…all climatic zones in Sri Lanka but tropical hot areas with high sunshine are most suitable Altitude – up to 100-1200 MSL Temperature – 25ºC – 30ºC Rainfall – Resistant…
Obtaining Investment Assistance for New Planting/Re-planting of EACs
…condition for relevant crop Application Procedure: Must submit an application to Extension officer (on Wednesdays 8.30 a.m – 4.15 p.m at the nearest Agrarian Service Centre) or to the District…
Turmeric
…are most suitable mulching materials. Fertilizer recommendation TimeOrganic fertilizer (MT/ha)Urea(kg/ha)TSP (kg/ha)MOP (kg/ha)Basal At the time of planting 20 (50g per bed) – 100 – 1st app. After 01 months – 65…
Obtaining Assistance for Development of Post Harvest Facilities and Equipments for EAC
…markets, product diversification and value addition and to facilitate marketing of EAC products. follow the link to Assistance scheme for post-harvest activities How to apply for services: An application has…