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Dr. K.N. Nadeeshani Silva

Senior Lecturer

Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness,
Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna,
Mapalana, Kamburupitiya,
Sri Lanka 81100

Research Interests

Qualifications

PhD in Economics Geography in Agriculture | Hannover University, Germany
MSc in Agricultural Economics | Humboldt University of Berlin, Germany
MABM in Agribusiness Management | University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka
BSc in Agriculture Science | University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

Biography

Dr.Nadeeshani Silva is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness. She has obtained her bachelor degree in Agriculture Science and Master degree in Agribusiness Management from University of Ruhuna in Sri Lanka. Further, she has obtained MSc in Agricultural Economics from Humboldt University of Berlin in Germany and PhD in Economics Geography in Agriculture from Hannover University in Germany. she has nearly 15 years of experiences in teaching and research in the field of Agricultural Economics and Extension. Her expertise areas are in the Micro Economics, Agricultural Policy analysis, Rural development and Gender issues, Knowledge and information management in Agriculture extension system. Further, she was awarded by OKP-NFP-fellowship for the programme on Facing rural innovation challenges - Linking research to inclusive development for food security” Wageningen, the Netherlands in 2018, Freie Universität Berlin Alumni fellowship for the international workshop on Tearing Down Walls to Entrepreneurial Ecosystems in the Global South. Berlin, Germany, 2021, Mentoring programm award by International Association of Agricultural Economists (IAAE), the International Committee for Women in Agricultural Economics (ICWAE) and African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) in 2022 and Australia Awards for Short Courses offered to South Asia & Mongolia on Promoting Value Chain Improvements, Market Integration, and Trade in Agribusiness conducted by the University of Queensland, Australia, 2022.

Journal Publications

Total: 31

Silva KNN.2022. Access and to use agricultural information and technology in a sample of paddy farmers in Hambantota District in Sri Lanka; A survey. Sri Lanka Journal of Social Sciences. 45(01), 33-44. 33-44. https://dx.doi.org/10.4038/sljss.v45i1.8093.

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Silva KNN and Thennakoon TMAC.2023. Human Resource Management Practises Amidst the Crisis: A Study of the Hospitality and Tourism Industry in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka, Journal of Management, Social Sciences and Humanities. 01-24.

Silva KNN , Rathnayaka RPIK.2023. The Impact of Micro Credit Programme on Rural Women Livelihood Development: A Study of Bulathsinhala DS Division in Sri Lanka, Sri Lankan Journal of Banking and Finance, 6-1, 95-110. https://doi.org/10.4038/sljbf.v6i1.42.

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Perumpuli PABN, Silva KNN,. Darshani MMG, Dilrukshi DMN, Singharathne S MSJM, Lakmali MGT,2023. Nutritional knowledge and consumption pattern of fruits: a context of Sri Lankan mothers, Journal of Tropical Agricultural Research and Extension, 26-4, 273-287. https://doi.org/10.4038/tare.v26i4.5667.

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Silva KNN . 2023. Social Network to Accelerate Agricultural Technology Adoption: Evidence from Hambanthota District, Sri Lanka. Indian Journal of Extension Education. 59(1), 1–6. https://doi.org/10.48165/IJEE.2023.59101.

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Silva KNN.2022. Analyzing Individual Absorptive Capacity (ACAP) of Agricultural Instructors (AIs) in Southern Province in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka Journal of Agrarian Studies,19,01

Silva KNN, Rupasinghe., P.D.S. R, 2022. An Analysis of Microfinance Impact on Rural Agriculture Sector in Developing Countries: A Systematic Review. Journal of Applied Economics and Business. 6, 1, 32-44.

Sandeepani DMM, Wijerathna and Silva KNN.2022. An analysis of the demand and uptake of agricultural insurance in developing countries. Journal of Agricultural Economics Research Review.35 (1), 123-133, ISSN 0971-3441, Online ISSN 0977-0279.

Kodikara MH, Perumpuli PABN and Silva KNN.2022. Consumer awareness on nutrition fact panel of dairy food products: a context of urban, semi-urban and rural consumers in Sri Lanka. , Journal of Tropical Agricultural Research and Extension. 25, 2, 173-185 DOI: 10.4038/tare.v25i2.5582.

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Silva KNN, 2022., The innovative performances of Agricultural Research Institutes in Sri Lanka: The relevance of Knowledge sourcing and absorptive capacity for innovation performances. Journal of Applied Economics and Business.32-46. DOI:10.4038/aeb.v5i2.36.

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Weerasinghe TWMKK, Silva KNN and Sewwandi TAD.2020. Employees Perception towards Job Security during COVID 19 Pandemic: A Case Study among Private Sector Employees in Sri Lanka. Journal of Applied Economics and Business. 42-67. https://doi.org/10.4038/aeb.v5i2.37.

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Silva KNN with Gunasekara SDW.2021. Analysis of the paddy cultivation pattern in Galle and Matara districts in the Southern province of Sri Lanka. Journal of Agro-Technology and Rural Sciences. 01 (02), 6-13. https://doi.org/10.4038/atrsj.v1i2.30, ISSN 2792-1360.

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Manathunga MMCS, Silva KNN and. Weerasinghe TWMKK .2021, Impact of government’s motorcycle subsidy on job performance of agriculture extension officers in Southern province in Sri Lanka. Journal of Dry Zone Agriculture.7 (01), 66-80. DOI:10.4038/jdza.v7i1.35.

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Silva KNN with S.Bandara.C.2020. Analysis the Potentials and Barriers of Applying Flexible Ridesharing Method in Southern Expressway in Sri Lanka. Journal of Advances in Technology. 281-299. https://doi.org/10.31357/ait.v1i2.4892.

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Silva KNN with Tom Broekel.2016. Farmers’ adoption of new agricultural technology programme in Hambantota district in Sri Lanka: An analysis of constraining factors. Sri Lankan Journal of Business Economics. Vol 6. (2016). ISSN 1391-9601.

Madhuranga, DGCS, Wijayawardhane, WHSR and Silva KNN.2019. Mitigation of Accidents through Occupational Risk Assessment at Workplace: A Case Study in Lanka Sugar Company Private Limited. Journal of Applied Economics and Business. 3(2) 47-58. https://doi.org/10.4038/aeb.v3i2.51.

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Sifna MSFS and Silva KNN, 2024. Factors Affecting Work Stress, Self-Efficacy, And Job Performance Of Banking Officers In Kalmunai, Ampara District. Sri Lankan Journal of Business Economics. 13(1). https://doi.org/10.31357/sljbe.v13.7509.

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Gunawardhana W.M.C.S., Nadeeshani Silva K.N, (2024), Opportunities for Upper Management Positions for Women Employees, Journal of Business Research and Insights. 10(1), 2024. DOI:10.31357/jbri.v10i1.7554. ISSN 3051-4770 (Print), ISSN 3051-5491 (Online)

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Silva, K.N.N; Rasanjalee, P.H.N, 2024, Promoting Underutilized Indigenous Fruit Market In Sri Lanka As A New Agribusiness Venture: A Systematic Literature Review, Sri Lankan Journal of Business Economics, 2025, 14 (II).

Gunarathna D.A.D.M.1 and Silva K.N.N, 2024. Minimize Vegetable Wastage At Household Storage: A Pilot Study Using A Reminder Notification Approach, Sri Lankan Journal of Business Economics. 13(II).

Silva, K.N.N, and Jayasooriya, N.M, 2025, Unveiling and Evaluating Traditional Regenerative Agricultural Practices in Paddy Farming; A Case Study In Anuradhapura District, Sri Lanka Journal of Sustainable Development Studies, 2025, 1 (1)

Silva, K.N.N, and Tharanga, S.H. 2025, Transition to Sustainable Eco-Development; A case of Transition “Vasmee” into “Midigama Fruit Farm”, Sri Lanka Journal of Sustainable Development Studies, 2025, 1 (1).

Serum PSSN, Silva K.N.N. 2025, Impact of Social Networks on Agricultural Technology Adoption: A Case Study of Ongoing Extension Programs for Paddy Cultivation in Matara District. Tropical Environmental Journal SSH-RUSL, 2025, 5 (1)

Jayamini D.M.C., Silva K.N.N, 2025, Analyzing the Present Status, Challenges, and Future Directions of Extension and Advisory Services in Ceylon Cinnamon Industry: A Systematic Review, Tropical Environmental Journal SSH-RUSL, 2025, 5 (1)

Silva K.N.N and Rasanjalee, P.H.N, 2025, Digital inclusion in the rural banking sector: Systematic literature review on enhancing financial access for farmers in the developing countries, Sri Lankan Journal of Banking and Finance, 8 (01).

P. M. Madugoda, and K.N.N. Silva Agricultural Strategies in mitigating the Climate Change impact on tea farming resilience; A narrative review, Tropical Environmental Journal SSH-RUSL, 2025, 5 (1).

K.M.M.A. Rodrigo, and K.N.N. Silva. Waste Assessment and Mitigation Strategies in Pineapple Supply Chain: A Case Study in Gampaha District; Journal of Tropical Environment, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, 2024, 4 (1–2).

Gamage WGCT, Rupasinghe CP, Silva KNN, Thibbotuwawa M, Jayasinghe GY, 2025, Nexus Between Production Practices, Quality and Safety Attributes, and Consumer Preference in Mango Sector in Sri Lanka, International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies, 2025; 5(6):287-303.

Weerasinghe P.S.T, Silva K.N.N, Kethaki Peltola, and Rasanjalee P.H.N (2026) Assessing the Effectiveness of International Trade Fairs in Enhancing Export Performance of Sri Lanka, Sri Lankan Journal of Business Economics (SLJBE),15:01, 39-63,DOI: 10.31357/sljbe.v15.9145.

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Rodrigo A.R.A., Silva K.N.N., Munasinghe N.N, and Rasanjalee P.H.N. (2026) Assessing Export Readiness of The SMEs In Agriculture Sector in Sri Lanka, Sri Lankan Journal of Business Economics (SLJBE),15:01, 64-XX, DOI: 10.31357/sljbe.v%v.9146

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Palihawadana, D.A., De Silva, W.N. and Silva, K.N., 2026. Perceptions and behavioral intentions of paddy farmers toward digital extension tools for agricultural information: A comparative study of leaflets, voice recordings, and video under the Yaya program. Tropical Agricultural Research & Extension, 29(2). https://doi.org/10.4038/tare.v29i2.5831

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Books / Book Chapters

Total: 7

K.N.Nadeeshani Silva, P.S.S.N.Serum, The Role of Social Media Platforms in Industry-Driven Product Discoverya chapter of the book titles, "From Banners to AI: The Evolution of Digital Advertising", Palgrave Macmillan publisher, 2026

නදීශානි සිල්වා, සමාජවිද්‍යා පර්යේෂණ සඳහා මාර්ගෝපදේශ , A text book for undergraduates, post graduates’ students, ISBN 978-624-5865-49-9, Published by Keheli publisher, https://www.kbooks.lk/Keheli-Publishers

නදීශානි සිල්ව්‍ා, සුදු ඇදපු කළු අපි, A poetry Book, ISBN 978-624-5865-41-3, Published by Keheli Publisher, 2024.

කේ. එන්. නදීශානි සිල්ව්‍ා: කුඩා හා මධ්‍ය පරිමාණ කෘෂි ව්‍යාපාරව්‍ල මානව්‍ සම්පත් කළමනාකරණය, A book for small and Medium scale Entrepreneurs, ISBN: 978-624-5746-53-8. Published by TIKM publishing; https://tiikmpublishing.com.

K.N. Nadeeshani Silva, A guide to Social Science research for beginners, A text book for undergraduates, post graduate students, ISBN 978-624-5865-50-5. Published by Keheli publisher, https://www.kbooks.lk/Keheli-Publishers.

Silva K.N.N and Abeywickrama L.M., කෘෂි ආර්ථික විද්‍යා ප්‍රවේශය, A text book for Advance level students, ISBN 978-955-51772-0-7.

Silva, Kodikarage Nirosha Nadeeshani: The roles of absorptive capacity, technology adoption, and extension services in a local agricultural innovation system in Sri Lanka. Hannover : Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität, Diss., 2020, xvi, 205 S. DOI: https://doi.org/10.15488/10200.

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Conference Publications

Total: 56

Ruhunage CK, De Silva KNN. and Geekiyanage S. 2011. Effect of Concrete Roads on Sustainable Rural Development in Southern Sri Lanka-proceeding. 15th Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors Congress, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

De Silva KNN with De Zoysa, M. 2008. Rural Development in Sri Lanka: Dynamics & Perspectives edited By Henegedara G B. Technological Innovations and Rural Development: Dynamics and New Perspectives in Agricultural Sector in Sri Lanka? Paper presented at workshop on rural development, Agriculture policy and project evaluation Division, Hector Kobbakaduwa Agrarian Research and training institute. Colombo, Sri Lanka. October.

Silva KNN with Dieter Krishke. 2014. Role of Fertilizer subsidy Policy in Agricultural Development. The case of Sri Lanka, 9th European Economics conference, Thisselonoki, Greece.

Silva KNN with Tom Broekel. 2015. Information and Knowledge network of Agricultural Research Institute in Sri Lanka: Strengths and challenges, Proceeding. 8th International Conference for Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Regional Development (ICEIRD 2015). Sheffield, United Kingdom, June 2015.

Silva KNN, and Tom Broekel, 2015. Agriculture Knowledge and Information network in Sri Lanka: Perceptual aspects of Agriculture Instructors (AIs), Proceedings of 12th International conference of Business management. University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka. December, 2015.

Silva N.N., Broekel T, 2015, Information and Knowledge network of Agricultural Research Institutes in Sri Lanka; The Structural Behaviours, Proceeding of 4th International conference Management and Economics, 2015, University of Ruhuna.

Silva N.N., Broekel T, 2016, Factors constraining Farmers’ adoption of new Agricultural Technology Programme in Hambantota District in Sri Lanka: Perceptions of Agriculture Extension Officers, Proceedings of 13th International conference of Business management, University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka. December, 2016.

Karunathilake HCS and Silva KNN. 2017. Factors Affecting for Employee Turnover of Selected Commercial Private Bank in Capital City of Sri Lanka. Proceedings International conference of Business management, University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka. December, 2017.

Thilakarathne TAHP, Silva KNN and Liyanapatabendi CBS. 2019. An Empirical Assessment on Green HRM in Sri Lankan Context. Proceedings The 14th International Research Conference on Management and Finance (IRCMF) 2019 Faculty of Management & Finance University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. 2019.

Subodha BPV. and Silva KNN. Impact of Strategic Role Behaviour on Employee Performances, The Managerial Perspective. Proceedings of 17th International conference on Business Management, University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka. December, 2020.

Imoksha DGM and Silva KNN. 2020. Impact of job stress on Employee performance: A study in Harishchandra Mills PLC, Sri Lanka. Proceeding of 9th international conference on Management and Economics, September, 2020.

Weerasinghe TWMKK and Silva KNN. Impact of Sustainable HRM Practices on Employee Performance: A Study of Employees in a Selected Private Sector Company in Sri Lanka. Proceedings of 17th International conference on Business Management, University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka. December, 2020.

Fernando MPAS and Silva KNN. 2021. An Analysis of the Application of Human Resource Management (HRM) Practices in Agricultural Farms: Perception of Farm Employees. Proceedings of 18th International Conference on Business Management, University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka. (Vol. 18).

Jayamini DM C and Silva KNN. 2021. An Analysis of the Impact of COVID–19 Crisis on Farmers Credit Repayment Capacity in Kamburupitiya DS Division. Proceedings of 18th International Conference on Business Management, University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka. (Vol. 18).

Gunawardhana RPSA and Silva KNN. 2021. An Analysis of the Impact of Financial Literacy on Credit Utilization Behaviour of the Farmers in Kamburupitiya DS division. Proceedings of 18th International Conference on Business Management University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka. (Vol. 18).

Silva K.N.N with Liyanage PLCAP.2022. Impact of Banning Agro-Chemical on Low Country Tea Production, Proceedings of the International Research Conference of the SLTC Research University, Sri Lanka. 2022.

De Silva AHPD and Silva KNN. Analysis of The Demand and Uptake of Agricultural Insurance in Galle District Sri Lanka. Proceedings of the 11th Sri Lanka Economics Research Conference. ISBN 978- 624 - 5731 - 23 – 7.

Palihawadana DA,De Silva WN and Silva KNN., Readiness of paddy farmers to use Phone-based Digital Tools for Extension Advice: A Case study from Galle District. Annals of the Sri Lanka Department of Agriculture,.ASDA 2023, Vol. 25 Pp 292-295.

Jayakodi J C and Silva KNN. 2023 The Potential of Producing Value-Added Tea Products at Cottage Level: A study in the Ingiriya Divisional Secretary at Division, Sri Lanka, Proceedings of National symposium TRI, 2023.

Silva K.N.N. 2024, Analysis of the orchid value chain of SMEs in the Southern Province, National Symposium on Floriculture Research, 2024, Sri Lanka.

Liyanage I.P., Silva, K.N.N., K,T.A., Nadeesha , Hewapathirana, W.A., P.S. Namali, P.G.R. 2024, Effectiveness of WhatsApp® Groups for Agricultural Knowledge and Information Sharing: A Case Study on Asi Disi Krushi Hawla, Annals of Sri Lanka Department of Agriculture 2024 (26).

Palihawadana DA,De Silva WN and Silva KNN., Social Media Platforms in Agricultural Extension: Perceptions of Extension Agents in Galle District, Sri Lanka, Annals of the Sri Lanka Department of Agriculture,. ASDA 2025, Vol. 25 Pp 290-299.

De Silva, K.N.N, De Zoysa, M.; Amaradasa, R.M.W. 2007. Human Resource Development in Agricultural Organizations. The Agriculture Graduates perspectives – proceeding 8th Annual research session, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, April.

Silva KNN, De Silva ACL, 2011. Training impact assessment of university academics. A Critical case for long term foreign training programmes- proceeding. 8th International Conference on Business Management, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayawardhanapura.

Sandika, A.L; De SilvaK.N.N.2011. Relationship between Job Satisfaction and Organizational Climate: The Case of Agricultural Instructors (AIs) of the Department of Agriculture in Southern Province – proceeding. 8th International Conference on Business Management, Faculty of Management Studies and Commerce, University of Sri Jayewardenepura Nugegoda, Sri Lanka.

De Silva, K.N.N; Mahinda Wijeratne. 2008. Agricultural extension programme development: use of participatory rural appraisal techniques- proceeding, 64th annual session of the Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Science (SLAAS), Dec.

Silva KNN. 2011. Effect of management practices on the organizational performance: A case study of multipurpose cooperative shop (MPCS) in Kamburupitiya. proceedings of the 8th Academic sessions, University of Ruhuna, 2011.

Silva, K.N.N and Broekel, T, 2015, Agriculture Knowledge and Information network in Sri Lanka; Perceptual aspects of Agriculture Instructors (AIs). Proceedings of 12th International Conference on Business Management, University of Sri Jayawardhanapura, 2016.

Silva, K.N.N and Broekel, T, 2016, Factors constraining Farmers’ adoption of new Agricultrual Technology Programme in Hambantota District in Sri Lanka: Perception of Agriculture Extension Officers, Proceedings of 13th International Conference on Business Management, University of Sri Jayawardhanapura, 2016.

Imoksha Gamage and K.N.Nadeeshani Silva. 2020. Impact of Job stress factors and Personal Attributes on the Employee Perforamnces; A study in Harischandra Mills PlC. Proceedings of International symposium on Agriculture and Environment, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. February, 2019.

Karunathilake J.P and De Silva K.N.N, 2019, Work life Balance of Women Employees-A study of private Sector Bank in Sri Lanka, Proceedings young Graduates’ Forum, International symposium on Agriculture and Environment, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, February, 2019.

Chirakshila A.P and De Silva K.N.N, 2019, impact of Team Sport Activities on Developing Human Resource Management skills of Agriculture Graduates: A case study in University of Ruhuna, Proceedings young Graduates’ Forum, International symposium on Agriculture and Environment, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, February, 2019.

D.M.N.P. Dissanayake, and Silva KNN. 2019. Information and Technology Dissemination process of Tank Cascade System; A Study of Muthukandiya Tank. Proceedings of International symposium on Agriculture and Environment, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. February, 2019.

Rupasinghe PDSR, Silva KNN, Perumpuli B, Korlage R, .2021. Application of Human Resource Management Practices in Agricultural Farms; A perception of Farm Employees. Proceedings of young Graduates’ Forum, International symposium on Agriculture and Environment, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, February, 2021.

Fernando MPAS and Silva KNN,.2021. Application of Human Resource Management Practices in Agricultural Farms; A perception of Farm Employees. Proceedings of young Graduates’ Forum, International symposium on Agriculture and Environment, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, February, 2021.

Dayananda P and Silva KNN. Application of Green HRM Practices (GHRM) in Brandıx Apparel Solutions Ltd.: The Managerial Perspective. Proceedings of 17th International conference on Business Management, University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka. December, 2020.

Subodha, B.P.V and Silva KNN. Impact of Strategic Role Bheavior on Employee Performances. Proceedings of 17th International conference on Business Management, University of Sri Jayawardanapura, Sri Lanka. December, 2020.

Silva KNN and Broekel T. 2019, Impact of Individual Characteristics of AIs on Knowledge Transfer Process. Proceeding of International conference on Dry Zone Agriculture, December, 2019.

Silva KNN and Broekel T. 2020. Impact of Individual Characteristics of AIs on Knowledge Acquisition Process, proceedings of International symposium on Agriculture and Environment, February, 2020.

Madhuranga DGCS, Wijayawardhane WHSR and Silva KNN. 2020, Management of occupational risk at workplace; A case study in Lanka Sugar Company Private Limited, Pelwatte. Proceedings of International symposium on Agriculture and Environment, February, 2020.

Kodithuwakku AN, Senanayake SGJN, Silva KNN and Geekiyanage S. 2020. Evaluation of farmer perception on bio-fertilizer for rice in Anuradhapura District. proceedings of International symposium on Agriculture and Environment. February, 2020.

Deneesha Madunimani JP, Perumpuli B, Silva KNN.2022. Development of a ready to drink cinnamon-based beverage using bee honey as a natural sweetener. Proceedings of 9th Ruhuna International Science & Technology Conference University of Ruhuna, Matara, Sri Lanka. January 19, 2022.

Rasanjalee PHN , Silva KNN and Gunasekara SDW.2023 The slgap-2021 agricultural project in the Galle district of Sri Lanka: an evaluation of the success and failure factors, 4th National Symposium on Agro-Technology and Rural Sciences, University of Colombo Institute for Agro-Technology and Rural Sciences Sri Lanka. 2023.

Jayamini DMC with Silva KNN.2022. An Analysis of the Impact of COVID – 19 Crisis on Farmers Loan Repayment Capacity in Kamburupitiya DS Division 15th Annual Research Forum Sri Lanka Agricultural Economics Association (SAEA). ,Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka (UWU), Badulla, Sri Lanka. April 29, 2022

Seram PSSN. and Silva KNN.2024 Impact of social networks on agricultural technology adoption: A case study of existing extension programs for paddy cultivation in Matara district. Proceedings of International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment, 2024. University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

Ravindi SMA, Silva KNN and Wanigasundara WWMSG.2024. University-industry linkage practices and challenges in Sri lanka: review of effective and successful collaboration. Proceeding of 1st international Conference of University –Industry Collaborations for Sustainable Development, Colombo, Sri Lanka. 15th March 2024.

D. M. C Jayamini and K. N. N Silva, 2024, Assessing the Requirements for Extension and Advisory Services of the Cinnamon Industry in the Southern Province: Stakeholders’ Perspectives, Proceedings of the 2nd Ruhuna International Conference on Innovation and Technology-2024.

P. M. Madugoda and K. N. N Silva, 2024, Explore the Existing Climate Change Resilience Strategies for Low Country Tea Cultivation, Proceedings of the 2nd Ruhuna International Conference on Innovation and Technology-2024.

Silva, K.N.N; Rasanjalee, P.H.N, 2024, Promoting Underutilized Fruit And Vegetable Market In Sri Lanka As A New Agribusiness Venture: A Literature Review, Proceedings of the 9th Interdisciplinary Conference Of Management Researchers (ICMR, 2024)

Nanayakkara S, Silva Nadeeshani, Hitinayake G, 2024, Enhancing Performances in the Organic Potato Value chain Sri Lanka, 5th Annual Conference on Business Economics, 2024.

Madhogoda Mashenka, Silva K.N.N., 2025, Analyzing rainfall distribution patterns, temperature and its impact on tea cultivation in Matara, Sri Lanka, Proceedings of International Symposium of Plantation Management, 2025. NIPM, Colombo, Sri Lanka,

K.N.N. Silva*, N. Tharanga, C. Udayanaga, P.H.N. Rasanjalee, 2025, Innovative solutions for converting food waste in to value- added products at Midigama fruit farm, Proceeding of 2nd International conference on University -Industry Colloboration for Sustianable Development, 2025, Colombo, Sri Lanka.

D.A. Palihawadana , W Nilantha De Silva and K.N Nadeeshani Silva, 2025, Evaluating the Role of Social Media Platforms; WhatsApp, YouTube, and Facebook for Agricultural Extension Services: A Comparative Analysis, 1st International Symposium on Agro-Technology and Rural Sciences (ISATRS 2025).

PST Weerasinghe, Silva KNN, and P.K Nuwanmini, .2025 Assessing the effectiveness of International trade fair in enhancing export performances of Sri Lanka. Proceedings of International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment, 2025. University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

SAKS Perera, Silva KNN, and SMDM Mudalige, .2025, Revitalizing organic regulations in Sri Lanka, Stakeholder perspectives. Proceedings of International Symposium on Agriculture and Environment, 2025. University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka.

Palihawadana DA,De Silva WN and Silva KNN., Exploring the Social Media Platforms in Agricultural Extension: Evidence from Galle in Galle District, Sri Lanka, Proceedings of 1st International symposium on Agro-Technology and Rural Science -2025, University of Colombo Institute for Agro-Technology and Rural Science/

Articles in Magazines and Newsletters

Total: 3

ගොවිපොළ පාලනයේදී මානව සම්පත් කලමනාකරණය කල යුතු වන්නේ ඇයි , K.N.Nadeeshani Silva, AFQ Magazine, Vol 01 (04), Department of Agribusiness Management, Faculty of Agriculture Science, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, pp 10-16.

The Changes in Farming Performances of Minor Export Crop Sector in Kandy district during Exchange Rate Crisis, K.N. Nadeeshani Silva, AFQ Magazine, Vol 01 (04), Department of Agribusiness Management, Faculty of Agriculture Science, Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, pp 10-16.

Article on Why it is important to study HR Management as a Business Management students? Published in 1st edition of AB Magazine, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna.