Faculty of Agriculture â€” University of Ruhuna

News & Announcements

Recent events, notices, and updates from the Faculty of Agriculture.

Notice Deadline: 09 Aug 2026

Academic Vacancies (Deadline: 09 Aug 2026)

Applications are invited for the posts of Temporary Assistant Lecturer, Temporary Demonstrator, and Temporary Research Assistant at the Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna. Deadline: 09 August 2026.

Notice 2026-07-30

Non-Academic Vacancies — University of Ruhuna

Applications are invited for non-academic staff vacancies including External, Contract, and Internal vacancies at the University of Ruhuna.

Notice Deadline: 14 Aug 2026

Vacancy — Temporary Assistant Lecturer (Deadline: 14 Aug 2026)

Applications are invited for the post of Temporary Assistant Lecturer in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness.

Event 2026-09-02

ISAE 2026 — International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment

The International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment (ISAE) 2026 will be held on 02 September 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, with the theme 'Data-Driven Green Agriculture Transition: From Healthy Soils to Healthy People'.

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Student Resources

Everything you need during your studies at the Faculty of Agriculture.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about academics, accommodation, financial aid and more.

LMS

Learning Management System — course materials & submissions.

Student Handbook

Academic regulations, code of conduct, examination rules and student rights.

Hostel & Accommodation

On-campus hostel facilities, room applications, rules and resident guidelines.

Scholarships & Bursaries

Merit and need-based scholarships, Mahapola, Bursary, and other financial aid opportunities.

Mentoring Program

Academic guidance, batch-wise mentors, and student support system.

Sports Facilities

University gym, swimming pool, sports grounds, and competitive sports.

IPO/UIPP

Connecting students with industry partners, facilitating valuable internship and job opportunities.

MIS

Management Information System — faculty administration portal.

iMIS Student

Student information system — results, registration & records.

Quick Access

Direct links to student portals, systems, and key faculty resources.

University Email

Official @ruh.ac.lk webmail for staff & students

University Library

Online catalogue, e-resources & research databases

Library - Faculty of Agriculture

Faculty library resources, catalog & research support

Curriculum Architect (CArc)

Curriculum mapping & academic program design tool

Staff Directory

Browse all academic and non-academic staff profiles

University Website

University of Ruhuna main portal â€” www.ruh.ac.lk

Sri Lankan Universities

UGC-recognised universities & higher educational institutions in Sri Lanka

Recognized Foreign Universities

UGC framework for recognition of foreign universities & qualifications

China-Sri Lanka Joint Center for Research and Education (CSL-CER)

Promoting research and science education in Sri Lanka in collaboration with the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS)

Centre for International Affairs (CINTA)

Facilitate all matters related to international affairs covering different Faculties and entities

Distance & Continuing Education

Distance learning & continuing education programs

iMIS - Supervisor

Supervisor portal for iMIS — manage students, reviews & evaluations

Physical Education

Sports & physical education center

Staff Development Center

Professional development for university staff

Medical Centre

University health & medical services

Important Links

Essential university portals and systems for staff and suppliers.

Staff Leave Apply

Ministry of Higher Education — overseas leave application portal

Staff Leave Approval

Ministry of Higher Education — leave request approval system

Procurement Plan

University supplies & procurement division — tenders and plans

Asset Management

University asset inventory and tracking system

AAWL Model

Academic Accountability & Workload Model — student contact hours

Suppliers Registration

Online registration portal for university suppliers

HR Management System

Academic Establishment — HR services for academic and support staff

Zoom

Video conferencing and online learning platform

Academic Divisions & Staff

Explore our academic divisions and meet the academic staff behind our research and teaching programmes.

Department of Agricultural Biology

Crop production, protection and genetic improvement through plant pathology, entomology, weed science, plant breeding and genetics.

12 staff members View Staff

Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness

Economic principles of food and agricultural production, marketing and consumption with focus on rural development, agribusiness and policy.

10 staff members View Staff

Department of Agricultural Engineering & Environmental Technology

Engineering solutions for agricultural production, natural resource management, post-harvest technology and environmental sustainability.

14 staff members View Staff

Department of Animal Science

Production, management and welfare of livestock including nutrition, physiology, genetics, reproduction and sustainable resource management.

9 staff members View Staff

Department of Crop Science

Research and teaching on crop production, management and improvement including agronomy, plant physiology and climate-smart agriculture.

13 staff members View Staff

Department of Food Science and Technology

Science, technology and quality assurance of food products including processing, safety, nutrition and food security.

7 staff members View Staff

Department of Soil Science

Physical, chemical and biological properties of soils and their role in sustainable agriculture and environmental quality.

8 staff members View Staff

Faculty of Agriculture Centre for Information Technology

ICT infrastructure, digital learning resources, and management of information systems and online platforms for the Faculty of Agriculture.

4 staff members View Staff

Degree Programmes

Undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered by the Faculty. All programmes are conducted in English.

Undergraduate

Postgraduate

Postgraduate Programmes

MSc, MPhil, PhD · Board of Study in Agriculture

Research Centres & Units

Specialised research facilities and centres supporting world-class agricultural science.

Cinnamon Research Unit

Dedicated to research on cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum) germplasm characterization, breeding, and product development â€” a key export crop of Sri Lanka.

Biogas Research Unit

Focuses on renewable energy generation from agricultural waste, biofertilizer production, and sustainable energy systems for rural communities.

Meteorological Station

Continuous collection of micro-climate data for agricultural research â€” temperature, rainfall, humidity, and solar radiation monitoring.

Soil & Plant Analysis Laboratory

State-of-the-art facilities for chemical and biological analysis of soils and plant materials, supporting research and analytical services.

Food & Post-Harvest Technology Lab

Research into food processing, value addition, preservation technologies, and quality assurance for agricultural produce.

University Research Farm

Over 100 acres of experimental fields and livestock units at Mapalana, supporting hands-on training and diverse agricultural research.

TARE Research Journal

Tropical Agricultural Research and Extension — the peer-reviewed scientific journal of the Faculty of Agriculture.