Sugarcane Research Institute (SRI)

Premier research institute dedicated to advancing the science and knowledge surrounding sugarcane cultivation and processing in Sri Lanka

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An exciting new initiative aimed at transforming cutting-edge sugarcane research into practical solutions for the commercial sector. As a premier research institution dedicated to advancing the science and knowledge surrounding sugarcane cultivation and processing, Sugarcane Research Institute (SRI) proud to introduce Institute business linkage – Sugarcane Research Institute (IBLSRI) as a dynamic platform for collaboration, innovation, and commercialization. Read More ...

Varieties

"Revolutionizing Farming: Sugarcane Research Institute Unveils Promising New Varieties, Promising Sweet Success! Stay Tuned for Exciting Updates!"

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Brazil

We are working with Brazil to improve Sri Lanka's sugar industry

Sri Lanka and Brazil have launched a technical collaboration for the development of Sri Lanka's sugar sector. The bilateral cooperation, backed by the Brazilian Cooperation Agency, will facilitate knowledge exchange, training, and capacity building. Focus areas include sharing sugarcane varieties, expertise in farming and processing, and joint research initiatives. The Brazilian delegation has expressed dedication to addressing the needs identified by the Sugarcane Research Institute (SRI).
As part of the collaboration, a preliminary meeting was conducted at SRI, Uda Walawe on 12th July 2023 with the assistance of the Ministry of Plantation Industries. A fact-finding visit to the sugar industry by the Brazilian delegation is scheduled for June 13, 2023, followed by a meeting on June 14, 2023, with participation from all stakeholders at the SRI in Uda Walawe, Sri Lanka.

Fertilizer Applicator

Pellet Fertilizer Applicator (SRI-FX401) Field test at Gal-Oya Plantations -
Design and Developed by Mechanization Technology Division, Sugarcane Research Institute (SRI), Udawalawe, Sri Lanka

System Dynamics

A Systematic Framework for Studying Two Sugarcane Harvesting Systems Based on National Policy Implementation in Sri Lanka. ( Read more...)

Maturity

Maturity Patterns of the sugarcane varieties are useful to schedule the planting and harvesting times. Therefore maturity patterns of sugarcane varieties introduced by Sugarcane Research Institute (SRI) from 1984-2017 are presented with the dates of planting and harvesting, and variation of pure obtainable cane sugar (POCS) with the age of the crop in different series of the varieties. (Read more ...)