Research & Innovation
Department of Agricultural Engineering & Soil Science
Faculty of Agriculture | Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
Advancing agricultural knowledge through innovative research, technological development and sustainable management of natural resources.
Explore Research Areas →Our Research Areas
Eight major research themes driving our academic and scientific activities
01. Agro-meteorology and Climate Change
Research on the interactions between weather, climate and agricultural production, with particular attention to climate variability and climate change impacts.
Research focus
- Climate change impacts on agriculture
- Agro-meteorological data analysis
- Weather-based crop management
- Climate adaptation and resilience
- Climate-smart agricultural practices
02. Energy and Waste Management
Research into efficient energy utilization and sustainable management of agricultural waste to promote resource conservation and environmental protection.
Research focus
- Renewable energy technologies
- Biomass and agricultural waste utilization
- Energy efficiency in agriculture
- Organic waste management
- Waste-to-resource technologies
03. Farm Power and Machinery
Research on agricultural machinery, farm power systems and mechanization technologies to improve farm efficiency and agricultural productivity.
Research focus
- Agricultural machinery development
- Farm mechanization and automation
- Machinery performance evaluation
- Farm power and energy utilization
- Precision agriculture technologies
04. Food Engineering
Research on engineering principles and technologies applied to food processing, preservation, quality improvement and value addition.
Research focus
- Food processing technologies
- Food preservation and storage
- Post-harvest engineering
- Processing equipment development
- Food process optimization
05. GIS and Remote Sensing
Application of geospatial technologies and satellite observations for agricultural planning, land resource assessment and environmental monitoring.
Research focus
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Satellite image processing
- Land-use and land-cover mapping
- Spatial analysis and modelling
- Digital agriculture and geospatial applications
06. Irrigation and Water Management
Research on efficient irrigation systems, water conservation and sustainable agricultural water management under different agro-ecological conditions.
Research focus
- Irrigation system design and evaluation
- Water-use efficiency
- Precision irrigation technologies
- Drainage and water conservation
- Crop water requirement assessment
07. Integrated Water Resources Management
Research into integrated approaches for planning, managing and conserving water resources to support agriculture, communities and ecosystems.
Research focus
- Watershed management
- Water resource assessment
- Hydrological modelling
- Groundwater and surface water management
- Water governance and sustainability
08. Soil and Plant Nutrient Management
Research on soil fertility, plant nutrition and sustainable soil management practices to improve agricultural productivity while maintaining soil health.
Research focus
- Soil fertility and nutrient management
- Plant nutrient dynamics
- Soil health assessment
- Fertilizer management strategies
- Sustainable soil management
Research for Real-World Impact
Connecting scientific knowledge with agricultural development
Sustainable Agriculture
Supporting sustainable farming systems and responsible use of agricultural resources.
Environmental Protection
Promoting soil conservation, water protection and environmentally responsible technologies.
Technology and Innovation
Developing and applying innovative solutions to address agricultural challenges.
Research Collaboration
We welcome opportunities for academic partnerships, interdisciplinary research, knowledge exchange and collaborative projects that contribute to agricultural and environmental development.
Contact the Department
For research enquiries and collaborative opportunities
📍 Department Address
Department of Agricultural Engineering & Soil Science
Faculty of Agriculture
Rajarata University of Sri Lanka
Puliyankulama, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.
