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Training program on fresh coconut oil production technology -2025

Training program on fresh coconut oil production technology – 2025

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Certificate Course on Coconut Cultivation and Value-Added Products – 2025

The second session of the Certificate Course on Coconut Cultivation and Value-Added Coconut Products was successfully held at the Ratmalagara Research Center of the Coconut Research Institute. The program, designed for coconut growers and enthusiasts, included practical demonstrations to enhance technical knowledge, estate management, labor laws, and value addition in coconut products.

Officers of major plantation companies, university students, and growers participated in this event. The event was organised by Dr. Chaminda Herath, Head – Technology Transfer Division, and officers of the Technology Transfer Division, with the support of Mr.Ramal Wijegunawardana (Superintendent) and other officers at Rathmalagara Research Centre. Prof. Ajith Jayaweera, Chairman, Coconut Research Board also participated in this event.
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Dr. Anjana Atapattu (Act Head, Agronomy Division),
Ms. Tulsi Chandrathilaka (Act Head, Plant Physiology Division),
Ms. Shashi Uduman (Research officer, Agronomy Division),
Mr. Tharindu Nuwarapaksha (Research officer, Agronomy Division),
Ms. Salmini Dissanayake (Research officer, Agronomy Division)

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Certificate Course in Coconut Cultivation and Value Added Coconut Products -2025

Register Now for the Certificate Course in Coconut Cultivation

The Home of Coconut Technology is now accepting registrations for its certificate course designed for coconut growers and those interested in coconut cultivation. This comprehensive program includes practical demonstrations to enhance technical knowledge, insights into plantation management, labor laws, and value-added coconut products.

To register, simply send a message to WhatsApp: 070-4001928.

Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your expertise in coconut cultivation!

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]]> https://cri.gov.lk/en/2025-jan-1st-2/feed/ 0 Commencement of the Coconut Research Institute’s duties for the year 2025 https://cri.gov.lk/en/2025-jan-1st/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=2025-jan-1st https://cri.gov.lk/en/2025-jan-1st/#respond Fri, 03 Jan 2025 07:45:38 +0000 https://cri.gov.lk/?p=22993575

Commencement of Duties for 2025 at the Coconut Research Institute

Commencement of Duties for 2025 at the Coconut Research Institute

The Coconut Research Institute formally commenced its activities for the year 2025 on 1st January 2025 with a ceremonial gathering held at the Ambasewana premises and auditorium.

The event began with the observance of a two-minute silence to honor the valiant war heroes and all those who sacrificed their lives for the territorial integrity of the nation. Following this, the officers of the Coconut Research Institute collectively took the Clean Sri Lanka Citizen Pledge, aligning with the national initiative “Clean Sri Lanka”, launched by the Presidential Secretariat.

The gathering was addressed by the Chairman of the Coconut Research Board, Professor Ajith Jayaweera, and the Acting Director of the Institute, Dr. Nayani Arachchige, who provided valuable insights and guidance for the year ahead.

The ceremony was attended by the Chairman, the Acting Director, and all officers of the Institute, reflecting a unified commitment to the national priorities and institutional goals for the upcoming year.

The Coconut Research Institute looks forward to a year of continued dedication to research excellence and national service.

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]]> https://cri.gov.lk/en/2025-jan-1st/feed/ 0 The Coconut Research Institute of Sri Lanka is proud to announce that it has won the Silver Award at the Best Annual Report and Accounts – 2023 https://cri.gov.lk/en/ar-award-2023/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ar-award-2023 https://cri.gov.lk/en/ar-award-2023/#respond Thu, 19 Dec 2024 06:09:06 +0000 https://cri.gov.lk/?p=22993564

The Coconut Research Institute of Sri Lanka is proud to announce that it has won the Silver Award at the Best Annual Report and Accounts – 2023

The Coconut Research Institute of Sri Lanka is proud to announce that it has won the Silver Award at the Best Annual Report and Accounts – 2023 competition, organized by the Association of Public Finance Accountants of Sri Lanka (APFASL), the Public Sector Wing of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka. This prestigious award recognizes our commitment to accountability, good governance and transparency in the management of our financial resources.
The Annual Report for 2023 was praised for its clear presentation of financial performance, adherence to best practices in governance, and our ongoing efforts to ensure that public funds are utilized efficiently and effectively. This recognition reflects our dedication to maintaining the highest standards of financial integrity, as well as our commitment to providing clear and transparent information to our stakeholders. This achievement reinforces our ongoing commitment to excellence in both research and organizational management, ensuring that the Coconut Research Institute continues to serve as a leader in the coconut industry and a model of good governance in the public sector.

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One-day training program on bottling and export technology for king coconut water/coconut water – 2024

One-day training program on bottling and export technology for king coconut water/coconut water – 2024

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Diplomatic Mission of Cuban Ambassador Hon. Andres Marcelo Garrido to CRI

The Cuban Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Hon.Andres Marcelo Garrido visited the Coconut Research Institute of Sri Lanka on September 5, 2024. The ambassador exchanged his ideas with the CRI Chairman, Director, Deputy Directors and Divisional Heads. During the meeting, they discussed the possibilities of co-operation between the Coconut Research Institute in Sri Lanka and the Cuban Agroforestry Research Institute.
This diplomatic mission confirmed that both nations are greatly interested in developing a collaboration in this way. As per the request of previous visit of Cuban Ambassador, CRI has already donated 200 coconut hybrid seeds to Cuba to develop its coconut industry in the Caribbean Islands. CRI wishes to continue its cooperation with Cuba in the future, for the sake of the development of the coconut industry of both countries and to conduct skill development programs for the technical officers in both countries.
Hon.Andres Marcelo Garrido, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Cuba to Sri Lanka, First Secretary of the Cuban mission to Sri Lanka Maribel Duarte González, Mr. Arosha Rodrigo – Chairman, Coconut Research Board, Dr Nayanie Aratchchige – Director, CRI, Dr Sarath Idirisingha – Deputy Director (Research), CRI and Heads of Divisions participated for the event.
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Calling research articles for COCOS Journal

COCOS is the research journal of Coconut Research Institute.
CRI invites to all the researchers to send any type of research papers (including review papers)
related to coconut to publish in this reputed journal.
Guidelines for contributors is attached hereto.

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