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MINISTRY OF PLANTATION INDUSTRIES – ACTION PLAN FOR 2018

1. Coconut Research Institute

1.1 Brief Introduction

Vision: To be the Centre of Excellence in coconut research, technology development,

and technology transfer in the region

Mission: To generate knowledge and technology through excellence in research

towards increasing productivity and profitability of coconut

1.2 Main Thrust Areas

Research:

1. Increasing coconut production and land productivity through Genetic Improvements

2. Increasing coconut production and land productivity through adaptations to climate

change, agronomic practices/animal husbandry

3. Increasing the coconut production and land productivity through pest/disease

management

4. Increasing the income of coconut-based industries through value addition

5. Revealing the health benefits of coconut oil through clinical studies

6. Increasing the national income through improving the global competitiveness of the

coconut industry

7. Conducting socio economics surveys

8. Improving research methodologies

Development:

1. Increasing the technology adoption by the growers

2. Supply of seed coconut to National Replanting Programme

3. Provision of meteorological data to national data base

4. Provision of information on coconut production to policy makers and stakeholders

5. Assessment of Ground Water availability

Services to stakeholders:

1. Productivity increase through providing different services to stakeholders

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Staff Strength (as at December 2017)

S. No Category No. of Employees

1 HM 2-3 1

2 HM 2-1 1

3 HM 1-3 12

4 MM 1-2 5

5 AR 2 6

6 AR 1 21

7 JM 1-2 13

8 MA 4 22

9 MA 2-2 34

10 MA 1-2 57

11 PL 3 33

12 PL 2 44

13 PL 1 38

Total 287

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ORGANOGRAMME OF THE INSTITUTE

Director, Coconut Research Institute

Agronomy

Additional Director

Genetics and Plant Breeding

Chairman, Coconut Research Board

Deputy Director

(Research)

Senior

Accountant

Senior Manager (Estates)

Internal

Auditor

Establishment

Division

Accounts

Unit

Estate Management Division

Agric. Economics &

Agribusiness Management

Coconut Processing

Research

Crop Protection

Plant Physiology

Soils and Plant Nutrition

Tissue Culture

Library Services

Deputy Director

(Administration)

Engineering Unit

Technology Transfer

Internal

Audit Unit

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Allocation for

2018Description

Allocation for 2018 (Rs Mn) Total (Rs Mn)

Consolidated Funds (CF) Generated Funds (GF) Ministry Funds (MF)

Recurrent 250 15 - 265

Capital 90 - 180.36* 270.36

Total 340 15 180.36 535.36

* Details of Ministry funds (Rs. Mn)

36.4 - Hybrid seed production project

25.0 - Kiniyama Seed Garden Development Project

32.96 - Weligama Disease project

86.0 - Modernization of CPRD Laboratory

180.36 – Total

Abbreviations

F - Financial Targets TCD - Tissue Culture Division P - Physical Targets TTD - Technology Transfer Division Agro - Agronomy SPND - Soils & Plant Nutrition Division AED - Agriculture Economics & Management Division CPD - Crop Protection Division

CPRD - Coconut Processing Research Division

GPBD - Genetics & Plant Breeding Division

PPD - Plant Physiology Division

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Research Projects (Consolidated Funds) (Capital Expenditure)

S.No Programme Project Activity KPI No.

SDG No.

Target / output (with units)

Quarterly Target for 2018 (Cumulative %)

Remarks / Responsible Officer

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1 Increasing coconut production and land productivity through Genetic Improvements

1.1 (1.1) Development of new cultivars for different Agro-Climatic conditions/ uses (2004-2028)

1.1.1 (1.1.1.1) Evaluation of hybrid vigour of brown dwarf crosses for yield and tolerance to moisture stress in different Agro ecological zones (2004 – 2020)

3,4 2.4 F 0.35 0.075 0.15 0.25 0.35 GPBD Mr. Ruwan Kumara Dr. A. Dissanayaka Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura

P Collection of yield data 6 times, fruit component data 03 times, climatic data monthly and continue field evaluation

(72.5%) Collection of yield and fruit component data once and climate data monthly

(75%) Collection of yield data 3 times, fruit component data once and climate data monthly

(77.5%) Collection of yield data 4 times, fruit component data 02 times and climate data monthly

(80%) Collection of yield data 6 times, fruit component data 3 times and climate data monthly

1.1.2 (1.1.1.2) Evaluation of hybrid vigor of Sri Lankan Tall and Sri Lankan Dwarf crossed with exotic varieties (2008-2020)

3,4 2.4 F 0.35 0.075 0.15 0.25 0.35 GPBD Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura, Mr. Ruwan Kumara

P Collection of yield data 6 times, fruit component data 3 times and climatic data monthly and continue field evaluation

(52.5%) Collection of yield data and fruit component data once and climate data monthly

(55%) Collection of yield data 3 times, fruit component data once and climate data monthly

(57.5%) Collection of yield data 4 times, fruit component data 02 times and climate data monthly

(60%) Collection of yield data 6 times, fruit component data 3 times and climate data monthly

1.1.3 (1.1.1.3) Evaluation of intra-varietal dwarf coconut hybrids for home gardens and beverage purposes (2008-2020)

3,4 9b F 0.155 0.03 0.6 0.1 0.155 GPBD, CPRD Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura Mrs. D Hewapathirana

P Collection of data on quality of tender nut water half yearly and continue field evaluation

(55%) Collection of data on nut water quality once

(55%) Collection of data on nut water quality once

(60%) Collection of data on nut water quality twice

(60%) Collection of data on nut water quality twice

1.1.4 Estimation of genetic diversity, nut water and oil quality of indigenous king coconut population in Sri Lanka and release new king coconut cultivars for beverage/cosmetic industry (2018-2028)

3,4 9b F 0.2 0.04 0.1 0.15 0.2 GPBD, CPRD Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura Dr. A. Dissanayaka Dr. C. Yalegama

P Collection of 5 King coconut populations, screening and genotyping with 5 SSR markers

(2.5%) Collection of 2 King coconut populations, screening with SSR markers

(5%) Collection of 2 King coconut populations, screening and genotyping with 5 SSR markers

(7.5%) Collection of 4 King coconut populations, screening and genotyping with 5 SSR markers

(10%) Collection of 5 King coconut populations, screening and genotyping with 5 SSR markers

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1.2 (1.2) Conserving and enriching coconut germplasm for future breeding (1990-long term)

1.2.1 (1.2.1) Collection and conservation of local and exotic germplasm and utilization in breeding programmes (1990-long term)

3,4 2.5 F 1.16 0.2 0.5 0.75 1.16 GPBD Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura Dr. A. Dissanayaka Mr. Ruwan Kumara (since this is a long-term process physical progress in % cannot be given)

P Continuous Pollination of 25 exotic coconut palms, multiplication of Brown dwarf palms and vacancy filling in ex-situ field gene banks

Continuous Pollination of 25 exotic coconut palms and multiplication of Brown dwarf palms

Continuous Pollination of 25 exotic coconut palms, multiplication of Brown dwarf palms and vacancy filling in ex-situ field gene banks



1.3 (1.3.2) Development of a vegetative propagation method for mass production of genetically improved planting material (1997-2022)

1.3.1 (1.3.2.2) Induction of somatic embryogenesis and plant regeneration in ovary derived callus (1997-2019)

4 9.4 2.4

F 1.12 0.028 0.091 0.199 1.12 TCD Dr. V Vidanaarachchi (The External Research Committee has approved 2-year extension to this project)

P Development of an efficient vegetative propagation protocol for commercialization of coconut tissue cultured plants

90% Identification of optimum charcoal and 2,4-D levels for somatic embryogenesis




1.3.2 (1.3.2.6) Investigation of gene expression on somatic embryogenesis (2014-2019)

4 9.4 2.4

F 0.36 0.014 0.026 0.028 0.36 TCD Dr. V Vidanaarachchi (The External Research Committee has approved 2-year extension to this project)

P Identification of genetic markers for fine tuning of the vegetative propagation protocol

(5%) Establishment of cultures

(6%) Establishment of cultures

(8%) Establishment of cultures and mRNA extraction

(10%) Establishment of cultures and mRNA extraction

1.3.3 Identification of new explants for vegetative propagation of coconut (2018-2020)

4 9.4 2.4

F 0.12 0.005 0.01 0.015 0.12 TCD Dr. V Vidanaarachchi

P Identification of new explants from rachilla and male flower for vegetative propagation of coconut

(5%) Initiation of cultures from rachilla and male flower explants

(6%) Initiation of cultures from rachilla and male flower explants and testing different treatments for callus initiation



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Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1.3.4 Dynamical evolution of hormonal signaling pathways in plant micro- propagation (2018-2022)

3/4 2.4 F 0.250 0..010 0.050 0.180 0.250 PPD, TCD Dr. K P Waidyarathne, Dr. V. Vidhanarachchi, Ms. T.H. Chandrathilake

P Networking of auxin signaling pathways involved in plant micro propagation (Callus development)

2% Networking of auxin signaling pathway

2% Continuation of Networking of auxin signaling pathway

3% Completion of Networking of auxin signaling pathway

3% Networking of cytokinin signaling pathway Completion of Networking of auxin signaling pathway

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Increasing coconut production and land productivity through adaptations to climate change, agronomic practices/animal husbandry

2.1 (3.1.2 & 5.1.1) Development of methods to minimize climate change impacts on coconut (2015 -2023)

2.1.1 (5.1.1.3) Determination of the effect of pollen type on hybrid fruit setting (Pilot Field Testing) (2017-2019)

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2.4 F 0.100 0.003 0.009 0.038 0.100 PPD Dr. A.D. Nainanayake, Dr. A Dissanayake, Ms. T.H. Chandrathilake (This could not be started in 2017 due to prolonged dry weather and scheduled to start in 2018)

P Hand pollination of emasculated inflorescences of Dwarf Green palms monthly with 2 types of pollen and recording fruit setting bimonthly

10% Collection of pollen, hand pollination of inflorescences monthly and recording of fruit set at bimonthly intervals




2.1.2 A preliminary study on the effects of anti-transpirants on coconut seedlings under water stressed conditions (2018 – 2020)

3 2.4 F 0.075 0.002 0.010 0.035 0.075 PPD Ms. T.H. Chandrathilake, Dr. A.D. Nainanayake, Dr. K P Waidyarathne

P Identification of the effective anti-transpirants with effective concentrations and the application frequency

5% Commencement of preliminary experiments.

10% Identification of potential anti-transpirants

15% Identification of effective concentration of effective anti-transpirants

20% Identification of effective concentration and the application frequency of effective anti-transpirants

2.1.3 (3.1.2.3) Development of a sustainable moisture conservation method by using carbonized plant material (bio-char) for mature coconut plantations (2016-2019)

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2.4 F 0.300 0.025 0.050 0.150 0.300 Agronomy Dr. S.H.S. Senarathne

P Collect coconut yield data at monthly intervals, soil fertility data during two drying periods and continue evaluation

20% Collection of three nut yield data sets and one soil fertility data set

23% Collection of six nut yield data sets

25% Collection of nine nut yield data sets

28% Collection of twelve nut yield data sets and two soil fertility data sets

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2.1.4 Development of a sustainable moisture conservation method by using carbonized plant material (bio-char) for coconut seedlings (2018-2023)

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2.4 F 0.275 0.025 0.075 0.100 0.275 Agronomy Mrs. S. Udumann, Mr. S. T. Raveendra & Dr. S.H.S. Senarathne,

P Establishment of field experiment, production of bio-char and impose treatments

2% Selection of experimental site and mapping

5% Establishment of experiment

8% Establishment of experiment

10% Collection of one set of growth data of coconut seedlings

2.1.5 Assessment of the effectiveness of Biochar as a soil conditioner on managing sustainable fertility of Coconut lands, with special emphasis on effective microorganisms (2018 - 2022)

3 8.2 F 1.524 0.375 (SPND), 0.010 (PPD)

0.74 (SPND), 0.022 (PPD)

1.1 (SPND), 0.035 (PPD)

1.474 (SPND), 0.050 (PPD)

SPND, PPD Mrs. G.S .Nirukshan (PhD studies), Dr. C S Ranasinghe, Prof. Steven Sleutel (University of Ghent, Belgium)

P Production and application of Biochar, analysis of 144 leaf and soil samples and collection of 4 sets of physiological data and determine soil conditioning ability of biochar

(15%) Biochar production and application on coconut palms, sample collection twice and physiological data collection once

(20%) Collection and analysis of samples 3 times and Physiological data collection 2 times

(25%) Collection and analysis of samples five times. and Physiological data collection 3 times

(30%) Collection and analysis of samples six times. and Physiological data collection four times

2.1.6 (2.3.2.6) Assessment of risks, removal of polycyclic aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) and study the behavior of trace metals in biochar incorporated soil. (2015 – 2018)

3 8.2 F 0.26 0.02 0.055 0.14 0.26 SPND Ms. M.K.F. Nadheesha , Dr. D.M.D.I. Wijebandara, Prof. H. M. D.N. Priyantha and Dr. A. J. Mohotti (University of Peradeniya) (Since this is a PhD study Research Committee recommended to extend for 1 year from 2017)

P Analysis of 60 soil, root and leaf samples for PAHs, conduct sorption studies for 2000 samples from two soil series with biochar and give 2 recommendations on removal of PAH from soil (if present) and dosage of biochar

(80%) Analysis of PAHs of 60 soil samples of pot experiment and Conducting sorption studies with 500 samples of Madampe soil series added with biochar

(85%) Analysis of PAHs of 60 soil samples of pot experiment and Conducting sorption studies with 1000 samples of Madampe soil series added with biochar

(90%) Analysis of PAHs of 60 soil samples of pot experiment and Conducting sorption studies with 1000 and 500 samples of Madampe and Boralu soil series added with biochar respectively

(100%) Analysis of PAHs of 60 soil samples of pot experiment and Conducting sorption studies with 1000 and 1000 samples of Madampe and Boralu soil series added with biochar respectively

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Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

2.2 (5.2.2) Improvement of micro climatic conditions of coconut plantations (2012- 2022)

2.2.1 (5.2.2.2) Development of mixed cropping models to increase coconut production in the dry zone by changing micro-climatic conditions (2012 – 2022)

3 2.4 F 1.280 0.100 0.300 0.575 1.280 Agronomy Dr. S.H.S. Senarathne, Mr. S.T.Raveendra

P Maintain one experimental site, record growth parameters of plant species twice, soil chemical analysis and collection of microclimatic data during drought

31% Soil chemical analysis, microclimatic data collection during drought

32% Record growth parameters once, Soil chemical analysis and collect microclimatic data during drought.

35% Record growth parameters once, Soil chemical analysis 2 times and collect microclimatic data during drought.

40% Record growth parameters twice, Soil chemical analysis 2 times and collect microclimatic data during drought.

2.2.2 (5.2.2.4) Realization of the maximum benefits of Coconut – Gliricidia bio energy system (2017 - 2020)

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F 0.450 0.050 0.160 0.300 0.450 PPD, Agro, SPND, AED Dr. A.D. Nainanayake, Dr. K P Waidyarathne, Dr. S H S Senarathne, Ms. P Dissanayake, Dr. I M S K Idirisinghe, Ms. T.H. Chandrathilake (This could not be started in 2017 due to prolonged dry weather and scheduled to start in 2018 therefore it is needed to continue up to 2020)

P Establishment of Gliricidia plantation in a coconut estate in the Intermediate zone and collect initial data, button nut recording on bi-monthly basis, determination of root distribution pattern and monitoring meteorological aspects

(5%) Establishment of the Gliricidia plantation, button nut recording (2 times), soil core sampling for root analysis (1 time), analysis of soil for nutrient and water (1 time), monitoring meteorological aspects (continuous)

(10%) Button nut recording (3 times), monitoring meteorological aspects (continuous)

(15%) Button nut recording (5 times) and monitoring meteorological aspects (continuous)

(20%) Button nut recording (6 times) and monitoring meteorological aspects (continuous)

2.3 (5.2.1) Development of heat and drought tolerant coconut cultivars (2015-2030)

2.3.1 (1.1.1.6) Evaluation of drought tolerant Sri Lankan tall accession Ambakelle special in different agro climatic zones (2015-2030)

3,4 2.4 F 0.565 0.15 0.25 0.4 0.565 GPBD, PPD Mr. Ruwan Kumara Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura Dr. A. Dissanayaka Dr. A. Nainanayake

P Establishment of plants in 06 experimental sites, Collection of 02 sets of growth data and one set of physiological data

(12.5%) Establishment and maintenance of 06 experimental sites and collect growth parameters once

(15%) Establishment and maintenance of 06 experimental sites and collect growth parameters once

(17.5%) Establishment and and maintenance of 06 experimental sites and collect growth parameters twice

(20%) Maintenance of 06 experimental sites, collection of 02 sets of growth measurement data and one set of physiological data

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Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

2.3.2 (5.2.1.2) Screening coconut varieties for temperature tolerance (2017 -2018)

3 2.4

F 0.050 0.004 0.012 0.034 0.050 PPD Dr. A.D. Nainanayake, Dr. K P Waidyarathne, Ms. T.H. Chandrathilake

P Cardinal temperatures (minimum, optimum and maximum) for pollen germination of four exotic and two local varieties determined

20% Collection of pollen and assessing the pollen germination & pollen tube length of four exotic and two local varieties (one set)

40% Collection of pollen and assessing the pollen germination & pollen tube length of four exotic and two local varieties (two sets)

70% Collection of pollen and assessing the pollen germination & pollen tube length of four exotic and two local varieties (three sets)

100% Collection of pollen and assessing the pollen germination & pollen tube length of four exotic and two local varieties (Four sets). Determination of cardinal temperatures for pollen germination

2.4 (5.3.1) Development of a data base on Carbon trading potential of coconut plantations for climate change mitigation (2009-2019)

2.4.1 (5.3.1.2) Quantification of below ground carbon stock and development of an allometric model to estimate the variation in below ground carbon stock of coconut palms in different age groups and in major land suitability classes (2017 -2019)

3 2.4 F 0.140 0.025 0.050 0.100 0.140 Agronomy, PPD Mr. S.T .Raveendra, Mr. A.A.A.J. Atapattu

P Maintain field experiment in 3 land suitability classes, collect two sets of soil data, two sets of above ground and below ground data of coconut palms

(45%) Collection of one set of data on soil parameters

(50%) Collection of one set of data on soil parameters, above ground and belowground data of coconut palms

(60%) Collection of two sets of data on soil parameters, one set of above ground and belowground data of coconut palms

(70%) Collection of two sets of data on soil parameters, above ground and belowground data of coconut palms

2.5 (3.2.1) Development of new fertilizer package/placement techniques for coconut (2018 -2023)

2.5.1 Development of sustainable nutrient recycling system for mature coconut plantations (2018 -2023)

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F 0.265 0.05 0.075 0.150 0.265 Agronomy Dr. S.H.S. Senarathne, Mr. A. Atapattu, Mr. S. T. Raveendra, Mrs. S. Udumann

P Establishment of field experiment and collect soil fertility data two times

2% Selection of experimental site and mapping

5% Establishment of the experiment and collection of one set of soil fertility data

8% Maintenance of experiment

10% collection of two set of soil fertility data

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2.5.2 (2.1.1.5) Development of organic potassium (K) source from king coconut husk for organic agriculture (2016 – 2018)

3 8.2 F 0.008 0.002 0.004 0.006 0.008 SPND Dr. D.M.D.I. Wijebandara, Dr. H.M.I.K. Herath

P A recommendation of organic K source of fertilizer for organic coconut cultivation

(70%) Recording of growth parameters of palms 01 time, analysis of 20 soil samples for soil parameters and 36 leaf samples for total major nutrients

(80%) Recording of growth parameters 01 time, analysis of 40 soil samples for soil parameters and 72 leaf samples for total major nutrients

(90%) Recording of growth parameters 01 time, analysis of 60 soil samples for soil parameters and 72 leaf samples for total major nutrients -

(100%) Statistically analyse soil, leaf and growth parameters and make a recommendation

2.5.3 (2.1.3.2) Evaluation of the effect of high doses of dolomite to improve Mg levels of coconut palms (2011 – 2018)

3 8.2 F 0.39 0.037 0.061 0.141 0.39 SPND Ms. M.K.F.Nadeesha

P Effectiveness of high doses of dolomite to improve Mg levels in coconut plantations determined

(75%) Collect coconut yield data once in two sites

(80%) Collect yield data twice in 2 sites

(90%) Collect yield data 03 times and 27 leaf and 108 soil samples, chemical analysis of 108 soil and 27 leaf samples and treatment application once in two sites

(100%) Collect yield data 04 times and 42 leaf and 252 soil samples, chemical analysis of 252 soil and 42 leaf samples and treatment application once in two sites

2.5.4 (2.1.4.6) Response of coconut palms to NaCl application (2015 – 2018)

3 8.2 F 0.225 0.02 (SPND), 0.01 (PPD)

0.05 (SPND), 0.022 (PPD)

0.11 (SPND), 0.035 (PPD)

0.175 (SPND), 0.05 (PPD)

SPND, PPD D.M.P.D.Dissanayake, Dr.D.M.D.I.Wijebandara, Dr. A. Nainanayake, Ms. M.K.F. Nadeesha, Ms. T. Chandrathilake, Mr. Mr.L.A.T.S. Liyanarachchi

P Recommendation on application of NaCl to coconut plantations made .

(80%) Collection of yield and physiological data once.

(87%) Collection of yield and physiological data 02 times and Leaf and soil data once

(95%) Collection of yield and physiological data 3 times and Leaf and soil data once

(100%) Collection of yield and physiological data 04 times, leaf and soil data once and identification of the effects of NaCl to coconut palms

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2.5.5 (2.2.1.1) Evaluation of different fertilizer placement techniques (2011 – 2018)

3 8.2 F 0.385 0.024 + 0.005 (AED)

0.029 + 0.01 (AED)

0.112 + 0.015 (AED)

0.385 + 0.02 (AED)

SPND, AED Ms. M.K.F. Nadheesha, Dr. I M S Idirisinghe, Ms. Dilini Abeysekara

P A new efficient fertilizer placement method recommended

(86%) Collection of coconut yield data once, analyze 27 leaf and 108 soil samples and collect data for cost and benefit analysis.

(90%) Collection of yield data twice, 27 leaf and 108 soil samples, analysis of 54 soil and 15 leaf samples and collect data for cost and benefit analysis..

(95%) Collection of yield data 3 times, 27 leaf samples and 108 soil samples, analysis of 54 soil and 27 leaf samples and collect data for cost and benefit analysis..

(100%) Collection of yield data 04 times, 27 leaf and 108 soil samples, analysis of 108 soil and 27 leaf samples, collect data for cost and benefit analysis and make recommendation.

2.5.6 (2.1.4.10) Determination of the Sulphur status of coconut plantations in coconut triangle (2016 – 2019)

3 8.2 F 0.275 0.010 0.055 0. 155 0.275 SPND Ms. D.M.P.D. Dissanayake, Dr. D.M.D.I. Wijebandara, Mr.L.A.T.S. Liyanarachchi

P Analysis of 300 soil and 150 leaf samples, available and total Sulphur and soil chemical parameters determined

(60%) Collection of 100 soil and leaf samples.

(65%) Collection of 200 soil and leaf and analysis of 75 soil and 50 leaf samples.

(70%) Collection of 300 soil and leaf samples and analysis of 150 soil and 100 leaf samples.

(75%) Collection of 300 soil and leaf and analysis of 300 soil and 150 leaf samples.

2.5.7 (2.3.3.3). Isolation and identification of Vascular Arbuscular mycorrhizae (VAM) from coconut lands (2016 – 2019)

3 8.2 F 0.329 0.082 0.165 0.247 0.329 SPND Ms. D.M.P.D. Dissanayake, Mrs. G.S. Nirukshan

P Isolation and identification of Arbuscular mycorrhizae from coconut lands

(35%) Collection of soil and root samples from four sites

(42%) Collection Isolation and identification of isolated Arbuscular mycorrhizae



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2.5.8 (8.1.1.1) Assessment of Organic Coconut Farming with emphasis on yield and soil data, fruit components, pest and disease and socio economics (2014-2018)

3 8.2 F 0.320 0.02 (SPND), 0 .005 (PPD)

0.055 (SPND), 0.045 (PPD), 0.01(AED)

0.11 (SPND), 0.085 (PPD), 0.02 (AED)

0.165 (SPND), 0.125 (PPD), 0.03 (AED)

SPND, CPD, PPD, CPD, AED Mrs. G. S. Nirukshan, Ms. D.M.P.D. Dissanayake, Dr. N.S. Aratchige, Dr. C S Ranasinghe, Dr.I..M.S.K.Idirisinghe, Mr. L A T S Liyannarachchi (One-year extension was granted up to 2018 in the research review)

P Comparison of Soil and plant nutrients, physiological and reproductive performance, pest/diseases incidences, and economical aspects of Organically and Conventionally cultivated coconut plantations.

(25%) Collection of 20 soils and leaf samples. collection of 3 data sets

(50%) Collection and analysis of 20 soils and leaf samples. collection of 6 data sets

(70%) Collection and analysis of 20 soils and leaf samples. collection of 9 data sets

(100%) Collection and analysis of 20 soils and leaf samples. Collection of 12 data sets. Identification of the differences between two systems

2.6 (7.1.4) Introduction of new intercrops/intercropping models under coconut (2015 -2023)

2.6.1 (7.1.4.2) Growth performance evaluation of high value resin crops under coconut (2015-2023)

3 2.4 F 0.10 0.02 0.04 0.07 0.10 Agronomy Mr. A.A.A.J. Atapattu

P Maintain one field experimental site; collect four plant growth data sets.

25% Collection of one set of plant growth data

30% Collection of two sets of plant growth data

32% Collection of three sets of plant growth data

35% Collection of four sets of plant growth data

2.7 (3.2.2) Evaluation of weed control methods (Continuous)

2.7.1 (3.2.2.1) Evaluation of new herbicides (Continuous)

3 2.4 F 0.10 0.025 0.050 0.075 0.10 Agronomy Dr. S.H.S. Senarathne (this is a continuous new herbicide evaluation program, cannot be given the progress as a %)

P Establishment of herbicide experiments, Develop new herbicide base recommendations to control weeds in coconut plantations.

Establish one herbicide experiment

Collection of one set of weed biomass production data

Collection of two sets of weed biomass production data

Collection of three sets of weed biomass production data

2.8 (7.1.3) Development of new animal husbandry systems in coconut lands (2013-2018)

2.8.1 (7.1.3.1) Evaluation of growth performance of CO3 fodder grass under different management conditions in coconut plantations (2013 – 2018)

3 2.4 F 0.200 0.050 0.075 0.100 0.200 Agronomy Dr. S.H.S. Senaratne, Mr. S.T.Raveendra

P New recommendation on managing CO3 fodder grass under coconut made.

80% Maintain one experiment site; Collection of one set of fodder biomass data and two sets of nut yield data

85% Collection of two set of fodder biomass data, one set of soil analysis data and four sets of nut yield data

90% Collection of three sets of fodder biomass data and six sets of nut yield data

100% Collection of four sets of fodder biomass data, two sets of soil analysis data, twelve sets of nut yield data and make a new recommendation

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2.8.2 (7.1.3.3) Evaluation of growth performance of Fodder Sorghum under different management conditions in coconut plantations (2015-2018)

3 2.4 F 0.09 0.01 0.02 0.06 0.09 Agronomy Mr. S.T.Raveendra, Dr. S.H.S. Senarathne

P A recommendation for growing fodder sorghum under coconut in the Intermediate and Wet zones made

80% Collection of one set of fodder biomass data

80% -

90% Collection of one set of soil fertility data

100% Collection of two sets of fodder biomass data and two sets of soil fertility data and develop a new recommendation

2.8.3 (7.1.3.2) Evaluation of different buffalo grazing systems under coconut (2013 – 2018)

3 2.4 F 1.00 0.100 0.150 0.350 1.00 Agronomy Dr. S.H.S. Senaratne, Mr. S.T.Raveendra (This project was started in 2014 due to staff shortage of the division. One-year extension will be requested).

P Maintain one experiment site, collect biomass production data 4 times, nut yield data 8 times, soil analysis data 2 times and continue the evaluation.

40% Collection of two nut yield data set and one biomass production data set.

43% Collection of four nut yield data sets, two biomass data set and one soil analysis data set

45% Collection of six nut yield data sets, three biomass data sets

48% Collection of eight nut yield data sets, four biomass data sets and two soil analysis data sets.

2.8.4 (7.1.3.4) Evaluation of coconut sheep integrated farming system under coconut (2016-2018)

3 2.4 F 0.295 0.05 0.075 0.175 0.295 Agronomy Dr. S.C. Somasiri (Delayed to start the experiment, one year extension will be required)

P Collect forage biomass data two times, nut yield data 8 times, two set of soil fertility data

10% Collection of one set of forage biomass data, two sets of nut yield data

15% Collection of four sets of nut yield data, one set of soil fertility data

17% Collection of two sets of forage biomass data, six set of nut yield data

18% Collection of eight sets of nut yield data, two sets of soil fertility data

3

Increasing the coconut production and land productivity through pest/disease management

3.1 (9.1.8) Study the population Dynamics of Major Pests of coconut (2015-2019)

3.1.1 (9.1.2.8) Assessment of prevalence of Plesispa beetle, black beetle, red weevil and Aceria mite (2015-2019)

5 12.3 F 0.555 0.15 0.25 0.4 0.555 CPD, PPD Dr. N S Aratchige, Mrs. N I suwandaratne, Dr. P Waidyaratne

P Collect 12 data sets on each plesispa, black beetle and red weevil incidences in one CDO range in the coconut triangle

(25%) Collect data 3 times on each plesispa, black beetle and red weevil in one CDO range

(50%) Collect data 6 times on each plesispa, black beetle and red weevil in one CDO range

(75%) Collect 9 data sets on each plesispa, black beetle and red weevil in one CDO range

(100%) Collect 12 data sets on each plesispa, black beetle and red weevil in one CDO range

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3.2 (1.1.2) Development of new cultivars resistant to Pest and Diseases (2006-2025)

3.2.1 (1.1.2.1) Development of coconut cultivars resistance to coconut mite using morphological parameters (2006-2025)

3, 4

2.4

F 0.3 0.07 0.14 0.2 0.3 GPBD, CPD Dr. A. Dissanayaka Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura Dr. N.S. Arachchige (Research Committee approved to extend the project period up to 2025)

P Collection of flowering data (12 times), yield and fruit component data (06 times at Sirigampola site), growth data 02 times ans assessments of Aceria mite tolerance/resistance in different varieties

(42.5%) Collection of flowering data (3 times), yield and fruit component data (01 time at Sirigampola site), growth data 01 time and assessments of Aceria mite tolerance/resistance

(45%) Collection of flowering data (6 times), yield and fruit component data (03 times at Sirigampola site), growth data 01 time and assessments of Aceria mite tolerance/resistance

(47.5%) Collection of flowering data (09 times), yield and fruit component data (04 times at Sirigampola site), growth data 02 times and assessments of Aceria mite tolerance/resistance

(50%) Collection of flowering data (12 times), yield and fruit component data (06 times at Sirigampola site), growth data 02 times and assessments of Aceria mite tolerance/resistance

3.3 (9.1.7) Development and Screening of coconut cultivars resistant to Aceria mite using biochemical parameters (2009-2025)

3.3.1 (9.1.7.1) Study the correlation between intensity of mite damage and biochemical compounds in different coconut varieties (2016-2018)

5 12.3 F 0.475 NRC NRC 0.3 0.475 CPD Dr. N S Aratchige , Dr. A D N T Kumara (This project is fully funded by NRC)

P Study mite survival, reproductive performance in 5 varieties, compare volatiles, lipid & polyphenol profiles of 13 varieties and behavioral studies in 5 varieties and correlations identified.

(62.5% Study reproductive performance in 1 variety and analyse volatiles in 13 varieties

(75%) Study reproductive performance in 3 varieties and analyse cuticular lipids in 13 varieties

(90%) Study survival in 2 varieties, reproductive performance in 5 varieties and analyse polyphenols in 13 varieties

(100%) Study survival in 5 varieties, reproductive performance in 5 varieties, compare volatiles, lipid & polyphenol profiles in 13 varieties and complete behavioural studies in 5 varieties

3.3.2 (1.1.2.2) Screening of coconut varieties/ hybrids tolerant to Weligama Coconut Leaf Wilt Disease (2009 – 2020)

3,4 2.4 F 0.35 0.05 0.15 0.22 0.35 GPBD, CPD Dr. A. Dissanayaka Mr. Ruwn Kumara Dr. A.D.N.T. Kumara (Research committee approved to extend the project period up to 2020)

P Maintenance of the trials, recording of disease incidence 04 times and continue screening process.

(62.5%) Maintenance of the trials and recording of disease incidence once

(65%) Maintenance of the trials and recording of disease incidence 02 times

(67.5%) Maintenance of the trials and recording of disease incidence 3 times

(70%) Maintenance of the trials and recording of disease incidence 4 times

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3.3.3 (1.1.2.3) Development of new cultivars tolerant/ resistant to Weligama Coconut Leaf Wilt Disease (2011-2025)

3,4 2.4 F 0.35 0.05 0.15 0.22 0.35

P Maintenance of the 5 trial blocks, recording of disease incidence 04 times and continue screening process.

(52.5%) Maintenance of the 5 trial blocks, recording of disease incidence 01 times and continue screening process

(55%) Maintenance of the 5 trial blocks, recording of disease incidence 02 times and continue screening process

(57.5%) Maintenance of the 5 trial blocks, recording of disease incidence 03 times and continue screening process

(60%) Maintenance of the 5 trial blocks, recording of disease incidence 04 times and continue screening process

GPBD, CPD Dr. A. Dissanayaka Dr. A.D.N.T. Kumara (Research Committee approved to extend the project period up to 2025)

3.4 Impact Assessment of pest and diseases control measures (long-term)

3.4.1 Conducting surveys to assess the impact of release of predator mites to control Aceria mite (2018-2020)

5 12.3 F 0.097 0.01 0.05 0.097 AED, CPD Mrs. K V N N Jayalath, Dr. N S Aratchige, , Dr. I M S K Idirisinghe, Mrs D Abesekera

P Percent reduction in rejected nuts due to mite damage assessed with time

- (10%) Literature collection & planning of data collection

(40%) Data collection

(60%) Data analysis

3.5 (9.1.4) Development of new pest and disease control methods (Long term)

3.5.1 (9.1.4.1) Formulation and testing of different semiochemicals / volatiles and essential oils on coconut pests (2016-2018)

5 12.3 F 1.07 0.15 0.45 0.8 1.07 CPD Dr. A D N T Kumara, Mrs. N I Suwandaratne,

P Repeated testing of 5 volatiles, 5 essential oils, 3 formulations and 4 dispensers for Plesispa, black beetle and red weevil and responsed identified

(25%) Test 5 volatiles, 5 essential oils and two dispensers for plesispa beetle and red weevil

(35%) Continue testing 5 volatiles, 5 essential oils, 3 formulations for plesispa, black beetles and red weevil

(45%) Continue testing 5 volatiles, 5 essential oils, 3 formulations for plesispa, black beetles and red weevil

(65%) Repeat testing of 5 volatiles, 5 essential oils, three formulations and two dispensers for plesispa, black beetles and red weevil

3.5.2 (9.1.5.3) Testing non-chemical methods for controlling of black beetle (2016-2018)

5 12.3 F 0.05 0.01 0.022 0.037 0.05 CPD Dr. N S Aratchige & Mr. P H P R De Silva

P Apply treatments 4 times, collect data 4 times and efficacy determined

(50%) Apply treatment once and collect data once

(65%) Apply treatments twice and collect data twice

(80%) Apply treatments and collect data 3 times

(100%) Apply treatments and collect data 4 times

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Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

3.5.3 (9.1.5.2) Testing IPM methods for controlling black beetle (2016-2018)

5 12.3 F 0.085 0.02 0.04 0.065 0.085 CPD Mrs. N I Suwandarathne

P Collection of 20 data sets on black beetle damage, treatment application 12 times and efficacy determined.

(25%) Collection of 5 data sets and treatment application 3 times



(100%) Collection of 20 data sets on black beetle damage and treatment application 12 times

3.5.4 Testing different fungicides for their efficacy in managing bud rot, leaf spot, stem bleeding (2018- continuous)

5 12.3 F 0.05 0.01 0.03 0.04 0.05 CPD Dr. H T R Wijesekara,

P Continue screening of 3 fungicides for bud rot in 2 new sites, Test 2 fungicide doses for leaf blight pathogen

(20%) Continue screening of 3 fungicides for bud rot in 2 new sites

(40%) Continue screening of 3 fungicides for bud rot in 2 new sites, Test 2 fungicide doses for leaf blight pathogen

(60%) Continue screening of 3 fungicides for bud rot in 2 new sites, test 2 fungicide doses for leaf blight pathogen

(70%) Continue screening of 3 fungicides for bud rot in 2 new sites, Test 2 fungicide doses for leaf blight pathogen

3.5.5 Investigation on the effect of plant extracts as natural fungicides (2018 – 2019)

5 12.3 F 0.095 0 0 0.094 0.095 CPD Mr P H P R de Silva, Dr. H T R Wijesekara,

P Procurement of supplies, disease sample collection and pathogen isolation, preliminary screening of potential plant materials

(5%) Procurement of supplies

(5%) Procurement of supplies

(20%) Procurement of supplies, disease sample collection and pathogen isolation,

(40%) Procurement of supplies, disease sample collection and pathogen isolation, preliminary screening of potential plant materials

3.5.6 (9.2.1.2) Improvement of WCLWD phytoplasma detection methods (2015-2019)

5 12.3 F 1.9 0.35 0.94 1.5 1.9 CPD Dr. H T R Wijesekara, Mr. N. Jeyadharshan, Mr. P H P R De Silva, Dr. A D N T Kumara

P Test 3 new primers to get phytoplasma partial sequence, Cloning and sequencing of PCR products, Production and validation of polyclonal antibodies for WCLWD phytoplasma

(20%) Test 3 new primers to get phytoplasma partial sequences, initiation of production of polyclonal antibodies and cloning of 10 PCR products

(40%) Test 3 new primers to get partial phytoplasma sequences, continue production of polyclonal antibodies, testing with healthy and diseased samples and continue cloning of 10 PCR products

(60%) Test 3 new primers to get partial phytoplasma sequences, continue production of polyclonal antibodies, testing with healthy and diseased samples and continue cloning of 10 PCR products

(80%) Test 3 new primers to get partial phytoplasma sequences, complete production of polyclonal antibodies, validate with healthy and diseased samples and continue cloning and sequencing of 10 PCR products

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Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

4 Increasing the income of coconut based industries through value addition

4.(10.1.1) Improvement of kernel based products (2015-2019)

4.1.1 (10.1.1.4) Improvement of Extra VCO production (2015 -2019)

F 0.4 0.05 0.15 0.25 0.4 CPRD Dr. C. Yalegama and Mrs. D. Hewapathirana

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

P Comparison of the quality of Extra VCO made with centrifugation and fermentation methods

(40%) Application of Centrifugation method for preparation of EVCO and evaluation of quality and shelf life

(55%) Application of Centrifugation method for preparation of EVCO and evaluation of quality and shelf life

(65%) Continuation of evaluation of shelf life

(75%) Comparison of two EVCO production methods based on results and planning for scaling up

4.1.2 (10.1.1.5) Evaluation of effect of varietal differences, maturity stages and extraction methods for the quality of coconut oil (2016 -2018)

4/7

9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.265 0.02 0.07 0.2 0.265 CPRD Dr. C. Yalegama, Mrs. D. Hewapathirana

P Suitable varieties, maturity stages and extraction methods to produce best quality coconut oil recommended

(70%) Determination of antioxidant activity and shelf life of stored coconut oil samples at 2 months intervals

(80%) Determination of shelf life and antioxidant activity of stored coconut oil samples at 4 months intervals

(95%) Continuation of determination of shelf life and antioxidant activity determination at 6-month intervals

(100%) Recommendation of suitable varieties, maturity stage and extraction methods to produce best quality coconut oil

4.1.3 (10.1.1.6) Development of coconut butter (2017 -2018)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b


P Protocol for making coconut butter developed

(20%) Determination of the suitable temperature for preparation of raw material for. development of preliminary protocol

(50%) Sensory analysis and selection of samples for further improvements

(50 %) Sensory analysis and selection of samples for further improvements

(100 %) Development of Protocol for butter spread

4.1.4 (10.1.1.7) Determination of the effect of fresh creamed coconut to reduce domestic wastage and study on health benefits of creamed coconut (2018 -2019)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.48 0.05 0.15 0.25 0.48 CPRD Dr. C. Yalegama, Mrs. E. Samaranayake, Mrs. D. Hewapathirana

P Preparation of fresh creamed coconut for direct consumption

(10%) Development of protocol to make fresh creamed coconut and application for ethical clearance for nutritional study

(25 %) Continuation of development of protocol and analysis of coconut saving using fresh creamed coconut

(40 %) Conduct sensory trials to identify acceptability of the fresh creamed coconut

(50 %) Shelf life studies of developed fresh creamed coconut

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4.1.5 (10.1.1.8) Determination of the effect of temperature and brown testa for dry processing of VCO (2017 -2018)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.2 0.025 0.075 0.15 0.2 CPRD Dr. C. Yalegama,, Mrs. D. Hewapathirana

P Effect of brown testa for VCO production identified

(65 %) Conduct 2 trials for VCO production with brown testa and quality testing with time

(70 %) Conduct one trial for VCO production with brown testa and evaluate quality and shelf life of stored samples

(85 %) Quality and shelf life evaluation of stored samples

(100%) Quality and shelf life evaluation of stored samples

4.2 (10.1.2) Improvement of coconut water based products (2013-2019)

4.2.1 (10.1.2.3) Development and improvement of value added products from coconut water (2013 -2019)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.3 0.02 0.075 0.25 0.3 CPRD Dr. C. Yalegama, Mrs. D. Hewapathirana, and Prof. D. L. Jayarathne (Consultant)

P Development of a protocol for nata de coco production

(25 %) Isolation of bacteria and yeast that are capable of processing coconut water into nata de coco

(35 %) Screening isolates for the processing of coconut water into nata de coco

(45 %) Identification and characterization of isolates using biochemical and molecular biological techniques

(50 %) Evaluation of the isolates for the development of value added products that could be obtained from coconut water fermentation

4.3 (10.1.3) Improvement of sap based products (2013-2018)

4.3.1 (10.1.3.2) Nutritional studies of coconut sap based sugar (2013 -2018)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.265 0.02 0.05 0.15 0.265 CPRD Mrs. D. Hewapathirana, Mrs. E. Samaranayake, Dr. C. Yalegama

P Determination of the Glycemic Index of coconut sugar

(45%) Screening patients for the study

(60%) Analysis of blood samples for blood glucose content after consuming glucose, sugar, and coconut sugar

(75%) Continuation of blood sample analysis and data analysis

(100%) Glycemic index of coconut sugar determined

4.3.2 (10.1.3.3) Improvement to the quality of coconut sap and its products (2013 -2018)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.43 0.01 0.09 0.21 0.43 CPRD Dr. C. Yalegama, and Mrs. D. Hewapathirana

P Beverage with health-friendly pro biotic and prebiotic natural micro flora in toddy developed

(70%) Isolation of microbial strains from toddy

(85%) Isolation of microbial strains from toddy

(90%) Identification by molecular studies

(100%) Health friendly beverage with prebiotic/ pro biotic effects developed

4.4 (10.1.5) Improvement of husk based products / machinery for coir industry

4.4.1 (10.1.5.1) Performance evaluation of a flash dryer to dry coir pith (2017 -2018)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.1 0 0.02 0.5 0.1 CPRD Mrs. K. Fernando

P Flash dryer which is useful for industrial usage developed and existing flash dryer in laboratory scale upgraded

(65%) Designing of a dryer

(70%) Designing of dryer

(85%) Trials for sample preparation and quality evaluation for 6 months period

(100%) Continuation of the trials and demonstration to the industry for their feedback and recommendation

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4.4.2 (10.1.5.4) Improvement of the Ceylon drum system for extraction of bristle fiber (2014 -2018)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.05 0 0.05 0.05 0.05 CPRD Mrs. K Fernando (extension was granted by the research committee until end 2018)

P Improvement of the Ceylon drum system to increase the effectiveness of cleaner drum

(65%) Evaluate the effectiveness of the existing Ceylon drum system

(75%) Conduct trials for Improvement of the feeding system by reducing the gap between upper & lower rubber belts

(90%) Improvement of the feeding system by adjusting the rubber belt by reducing the gap in the middle point of the rubber belt

(100%) Demonstration and recommendation of the findings

4.4.3 (10.1.5.5) Development of a technology for coconut coir retting using consortium of microorganisms (2015 -2019)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.5 0.04 0.1 0.4 0.5 CPRD Mrs. K. Fernando, Dr. C Yalegama, Dr. D. L. Jayarathne (Consultant)

P Technology for accelerating coconut coir retting process using consortium of microorganisms developed

(40%) Determine the effectiveness of coconut husk retting process using identified bacterial consortium

(50%) Detection of the individual functions of the bacterial isolates of the consortium for the process of coconut husk retting.

(65%) Identification and characterization of the isolates using biochemical and molecular biological techniques

(70%) Application of the bacterial consortium in pilot scale retting processes and develop an appropriate application procedure for industrial scale coconut husk retting process

4.4.4 (10.1.5.6) Improvement of a cushion / mattress using coir fiber (2015- 2018)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.2 0 0.05 0.1 0.2 CPRD Mrs. K Fernando

P Improvement of a cushion / mattress using coir fibre (2015- 2018)

(65%) Evaluation of quality parameters of fresh and stored samples for shelf life determination

(70%) Evaluation of shelf life of stored samples

(70%) Evaluation of shelf life of stored samples

(100%) Determination of effect of different type of coir fibre for cushion / mattress making

5. Revealing the health benefits of coconut oil through clinical studies

5.1 (10.3.2) Studies on health effects of VCO (2015-2019)

5.1.1 (10.3.1.2) Investigation of physical and chemical changes during deep frying of coconut oil (2016 -2018)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b


P PAH content of deep fried oil investigated

(80%) Development of the protocol for PAH determination

(80%) Preparation of samples by deep frying

(95%) Analysis of deep fried oil samples for PAH

(100%) Identification of physical and chemical changes in oil used for deep frying

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Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

5.1.2 (10.3.2.1) Determination of the effect of virgin coconut oil in the treatment of Alzheimer’s Dementia (2015-2018)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F - - - - - CPRD, Univ of Kelaniya (UOK) Dr. C yalegama, Dr Shehan Williams (UOK), Dr. Renuka Silva (Wayamba University), Prof R. N. Ms. MaliKa Fernando (UOK

P Completion of the clinical trials with the recruitment of another 65 patients and obtaining 65 CT scans, test reports and investigations and conclusions made

(60 %) Continuation of the clinical trials with the new recruitments of 20 patients and obtaining 20 sets of CT scans, test reports and investigations

(75%) Continuation of the clinical trial with the new recruitments of 35 patients and obtaining 35 sets of CT scans, test reports and investigations

(85 %) Continuation of the clinical trial with the new recruitments of 50 patients and obtaining 50 sets of CT scans, test reports and investigations

(100 %) Completion of the clinical trial with the new recruitments of 65 patients, and obtaining 65 sets of CT scans, test reports and investigations, data analysis and draw conclusions

5.1.3 (10.3.2.2) Determination of the effect of virgin coconut oil in ameliorating Type 2 diabetes in human. Determination of the effect of fresh coconut kernel, coconut oil and other edible products in the patients with diabetes mellitus and impaired glucose tolerance (2015 -2019)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F - - - -- - CPRD, Univ of Peradeniya (UOP) Dr. C Yalegama, Dr. P. H. P. Fernando, Dr. C. N. R. A. Alles, Dr. D. M. P U. K. Ralapanawa (UOP) No financial commitments for 2018.

P Investigation of the effect of virgin coconut oil in ameliorating Type 2 diabetes

(30 %) Survey to find out consumption pattern of fresh coconut kernel, coconut oil and other coconut products by urban population

(35 %) Investigation of fatty acid composition of random blood samples obtained from study population

(50 %) Study on the glucose intolerance of experimental rats (induced diabetics) after feeding with VCO and Soya oil

(60%) Study continued with hydrolyzed coconut oil

5.1.4 (10.3.2.3) Determination of the efficacy of adjunctive extra virgin coconut oil/ coconut products used in people with mild cognitive impairment and mild to severe Alzheimer’s disease (community based randomized, double blind placebo controlled pragmatic study (2015 -2019)

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 1.1 0 0 1.1 1.1 CPRD, Kothalawala Defence Univ (KDU) Dr. C Yalegama, Dr. I. Mudalige Prof. R. Perera Dr. N. Wijesinghe Dr.N.F.J.Fernando Prof. S. T. Kathriarachchi (KDU)

P Determination of the effect of VCO in people with mild cognitive impairment and mild to severe Alzheimer’s disease, data collection at base level

(25%) Visit more elderly care homes to recruit elders to complete the study group commence parallel hematological investigations

(50%) Complete the hematological investigations, randomization and allocation of subjects to two parallel arms and preparation of required VCO

(60%) Implementing the intervention, carry out scheduled post baseline investigations and data collection and preparation of required VCO for the next quarter

(75%) Implementing the intervention, carry out scheduled post baseline investigations and data collection and preparation of required VCO

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Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

6. Increasing the national income through improving the global competitiveness of the coconut industry

6.1 Formulating trade/market/resource use policies to increase the efficiency of coconut industry (Long term)

6.1.1 Identification of the contributing factors for coconut prices and developing the price forecasting model (2018-2019)

3 2.C

F 0.04 -- 0.01 0.02 0.04 AED Ms.D. Abeysekara, Dr. P. Weligamage (Univ of Peradeniya)

P Development of a price forecasting model

-- (10%) Literature collection

(25%) Developing model

(50%) Developing model

6.1.2 Assessing the impact of external shocks to the coconut market, tariffs on edible oil imports by an Equilibrium Displacement Model approach (2018)

3 9.2

F 0.04 -- 0.02 0.03 0.04 AED Dr. P M E K Pathiraja

P The behavior of the coconut market identified, and the behavioral model developed

(20%) Developing the model


(100%) Developing and validating the model

6.1.3 Assessment of international organic fertilizer standards and related crop export regulations on the use of local organic fertilizer sources to organic coconut industry in Sri Lanka (2018-2020)

3 2.4 F 0.06 0.02 0.04 0.05 0.06 AED and Wayamba University Mrs. K V N N Jayalath, Prof. U. Jayasinghe

P Identify the appropriate organic fertilizer standards and crop export regulations

(5%) Literature collecting and preparation of detailed project proposal

(10%) Literature collection


(30%) Primary data collection

6.1.4 Dynamics of household coconut and edible oil consumption of Sri Lankan consumers (2018-2019)

3 12.2 F 0.05 - 0.02 0.03 0.05 AED Ms. D. Abeysekara, Dr. I M S K Idirisinghe, Dr. M E K Pathiraja, Mrs. K V N N Jayalath

P Identify the current local consumption pattern of the coconut and edible oil

(10%) Literature collection and planning the data collection


(60%) Data analysis

6.2 Value chain analysis of different sectors in coconut industry (2018-2019)

6.2.1 Value chain analysis of sap based products of coconut industry in Sri Lanka (2018-2019)

3 9.1 F 0.09 0.01 0.03 0.05 0.09 AED Dr. P M E K Pathiraja, Dr. I M S K Idirisinghe, Ms. D. Abeysekara

P Identify the value chain of sap based industries and propose policies to develop the industry





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Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

7 Conducting socio economics surveys

7.1 Impact assessment of CRI developed technologies (long-term)

7.1.1 (11.2.1) Assessing the occurrence of the Tapering Disorder among CRIC 60 (TxT) palms (2017-2018)

3

9.4

F 0.071 0.02 0.05 0.06 0.071 AED Dr. P M E K Pathiraja, Dr. I M S K Idirisinghe

P The performances of TxT under field conditions evaluated and conclusions made




(100%) Reporting

7.2 Generate a knowledge base of the structural transformation of coconut sector and propose policies to increase the efficiency of the industry (2018-2019)

7.2.1 An analysis of the impact of diverse nature of the economic transitions on Sri Lankan coconut sector (2018-2019)

3 8.2 F 0.04 -- 0.02 0.03 0.04 AED Dr. I M S K Idirisinghe, Mrs. K V N N Jayalath, Ms. D. Abeysekara

P The structural transformations and the strategies to develop the industry identified



(80%) Data analysis

7.2.2 Evaluation of the success of coconut replanting programs of Sri Lanka (2018 - 2010)

3 8.2 F 0.245 0.01 (AED), 0.03 (PPD)

0.02 (AED), 0.07 (PPD)

0.03 (AED), 0.140 (PPD)

0.045 (AED), 0.200 (PPD)

PPD, GPB, AED Dr. K P Waidyarathna, Dr. H D M A C Dissanayaka, Ms D. Abeysekara, Dr S Idirisinghe

P Identify gaps in coconut replanting programs of Sri Lanka

(10%) Designing the sample frame

(25%) Finalizing the questionnaire

(65%) Finalizing the questionnaire and initiation of the survey

(100%) Initiation of the survey

8. Improving research methodologies

8.1 Develop new methodologies to improve the design of field trials (2016-2020)

8.1.1 (6.2.1.2) Optimizing experimental designs in coconut research (2016 -2020)

3 2.4 F 0.200 0.030 0.070 0.140 0.200 PPD, GPBD Dr. K P Waidyarathne, Dr. H D M A C Dissanayake, Ms. T.H. Chandrathilake

P Completion of spatial and temporal variability analyses for 20 years for 500 tall coconut palms

25% Initiation of the analysis of temporal variability of 500 tall coconut palms for 20 years

30% Completion of the analysis of temporal variability of 500 tall coconut palms for 20 years and initiation of the analysis of spatial variability of 500 tall coconut palms for 20 years

35% Completion of the analysis of temporal variability of 500 tall coconut palms over 20 years and continuation of the analysis of spatial variability of 500 tall coconut palms over 20 years

40% Completion of the analysis of temporal variability and spatial variability of 500 tall coconut palms for 20 years

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Quarterly Target for 2018 (Cumulative %) Remarks / name

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1 Increasing technology adoption by the growers

1.1 Technology transfer through model farming systems (continuous)

1.1.1 Demonstration of intercropping models (MRS and RE) (Continuous)

10 2.3 F 0.600 0.100 0.200 0.400 0.600 Agronomy Dr. S.H.S. Senaratne, Mr. S.T.Raveendra (continuous program, therefore the % progress cannot be given)

P Continuing the maintenance of 25 intercrop demonstration blocks as models for disseminating the farming system/s technology to coconut growers.

Maintain 25 intercrop models and conduct one field training programs

Maintain 25 intercrop models

Maintain 25 intercrop models and conduct three field training programs

Maintain 25 intercrop models

1.1.2 Demonstration of dragon fruit as an intercrop under mature coconut plantations (BE) (Continuous)

10 2.3 F 0.150 0.050 0.075 0.100 0.150 Agronomy Mr. S.T.Raveendra, Mr. Atapattu , Mrs. Udumann (continuous program, therefore the % progress cannot be given)

P Continuing the maintenance of the demonstration block as a model for disseminating the technology to coconut growers.

Maintain a field demonstration




1.1.3 Demonstration of Integrated Farming System Model to Improve the Soil Fertility and Productivity of Coconut Plantations (RE) (Continuous)

10 2.3 F 0.200 0.050 0.075 0.150 0.200 Agronomy Mr. S.T.Raveendra, Dr. S.H.S. Senarathne (continuous program, therefore the % progress cannot be given)

P Continuing the maintenance of integrated farming system model for disseminating the technology to coconut growers.

Maintain intergraded farming model


Maintain intergraded farming model, conduct one field training program


1.1.4. Demonstration of pastures and fodder species in coconut lands (BE and RE) (Continuous)


P Continuing the maintenance of demonstration blocks as models for disseminating the technology to coconut growers.

Maintain two demonstrations


Maintain two demonstrations and conduct two training programs


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Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1.1.5 Demonstration of goat and sheep breeding and cattle farming (RE) (Continuous)



Maintain three demonstrations


Maintain three demonstrations and conduct two training programs


1.1.6 Demonstration of vermi-compost production in coconut lands and application as a manure (BE) (Continuous)



Maintain one demonstration


Maintain one demonstration, conduct two training programs


1.2 Technology transfer through awareness and training programmes to stakeholders (2018)

1.2.1. Conduct Certificate course on coconut cultivation & value addition for coconut growers (2018)

10 2.a F 0.475 + (0.85R) 0.000 + (0.100 R) 0.178 + (0.280 R)

0.356 + (0.566R) 0.475 + (0.85R) TTD Dr. C. S. Herath, Mr. R. Wijekoon,

P Conduct 8 programs

(0) 0%

37% Conduct 3 programs; Replanting and management of young palms, Soil & moisture conservation and irrigation in coconut lands and Effective use of fertilizer and soil fertility improvement

75% Conduct 6 programs; Intercropping and animal based farming systems, Coconut pest and disease management and Rehabilitation of low yielding coconut plantations

100% Conduct 8 programs; Estate Management, Record keeping and labor laws and Coconut based products and value addition

1.2.2. Conduct workshops on increasing productivity of state & private sector coconut plantations

10 2.a F 0.100 0.016 0.050 0.070 0.100 TTD Mr. R. Wijekoon,

P Conduct 6 Workshops

(1) 16%

(3) 50%

(4) 66%

(6) 100%

26

S No


SDG No.



Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1.2.3. Conduct awareness and educational programs to manage WCLWD

10 2.a F 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 TTD Ms. R. Subathma, Mr. M. Perera (Cost is borne by CPD)

P Conduct 6 awareness programs to growers & gov. officers

(1) 16%

(3) 50%

(4) 66%

(6) 100%

1.2.4. Conduct programmes for commercialization of coconut kernel based processing technologies

10 2.a F 0.075 0.0187 0.0375 0.056 0.075 TTD Mr. M. Perera,

P Conduct 8 programs

2 (25%) 4 (50%) 6 (75%) 8 (100%)

1.2.5. Conduct Research and extension dialogues to train & update the technical knowledge of CDOs attached to CCB

10 2.a F 0.075 0.000 0.000 0.037 0.075 TTD Mr. R. Wijekoon

P Conduct 2 Research and extension dialogues

0 (0%)

0 (0%)

1 (50%) 2 (100%)

1.2.6. Distribute leaflets through Sunday newspapers

10 2.a F 0.075 0.018 0.035 0.050 0.075 TTD Mr. M. Perera

P Distribute 50,000 leaflets on different messages

10,000 leaflets (20%)

25,000 leaflets (50%)

35,000 leaflets (75%)

50,000 leaflets (100%)

1.3 Technology transfer using mass media, ICT and publications (2018)

1.3.1. Telecast crawling messages on TV

10 2.a F 1.800 0.100 0.300 0.600 1.800 TTD Dr. C. S. Herath

P Telecast 6 technical messages for 6 weeks based on the requirements of the growers

0 (0%) 2 (33%) 4 (66%) 6 (100%)

1.3.2 Broadcast Radio programmes

10 2.a F 0.500

0.000 0.167

0.335

0.500

TTD Dr. C. S. Herath P Broadcast 6 radio

programs

0 (0%) 2 (33%) 4 (66%) 6 (100%)

1.3.3 Publish Newspaper advertisements and articles

10 2.a F 0.400 0.060 0.120 0.240 0.400 TTD Mr. R. Wijekoon, Ms. R. Subathma, Ms. H. Fonseka, Mr. T Bandaranayake

P Publish 6 advertisements on technical messages & articles

1 (16%) 2 (32%) 4 (64%) 6 (100%)

27

S No


SDG No.



Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1.3.4. Via Kapruka SMS project

10 2.a F 0.100 0.025 0.050 0.075 0.100 TTD Dr. C. S. Herath and TTD Staff

P Register 500 new recipients

100 (20%) 200 (40%) 350 (70%) 500 (100%)

1.3.5. Produce and distribute research, extension and advisory printed materials

10 2.a F 1.750 0.000 0.500 1.000 1.750 TTD Dr. C. S. Herath, Mr. R. Wijekoon, Ms. R. Subathma, Ms. H. Fonseka, Mr. T. Bandaranayake, Mr. M. Perera

P Print 20 materials 0 (0%) 6 (30%) 12 (60%) 20 (100%)

1.3.6. Development and maintain of Coconut Technology Park (CTP)

10 2.a F 1.200 R 0.300 R 0.600 R 0.900 R 1.200 R TTD Mr. T. Bandaranayake, Mr. M. Perera, Mr. T. Liyanage (CTP is a continuously maintaining activity. Therefore, progress cannot be given as a %)

P Develop and maintain CTP

Develop and maintain




28

S No


SDG No.



Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

2. Supply of seed coconut to National Replanting Programme

2.1 Production of genetically superior high yielding coconut planting materials and monitoring seed and seedling production (2005-long term)

2.1.1 Seed garden establishment, monitoring, production and supply of seed nuts and certified seedlings

1,3 2.4 F 2.575 0.5 1.2 1.7 2.575 GPB Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura Mr. R Jayathilake Staff of Seedling Certification Unit (continuous program, therefore the % progress cannot be given)

P Completion of replanting of field 5 and 9 of ISG. (Assistance providing to Estate Management Division of CRI) Continuing the vacancy filling in Field no 4 and 8 of ISG (Assistance providing to Estate Management Division of CRI) Continuing the vacancy filling in PSG (Assistance providing to Estate Management Division of CRI) Satisfactory maintenance of Kiniyama seed garden (Joint project with CPL) Completion of the Plus Palm selection programme (Jointly with CCB) Completion of the establishment of Registered Nursery Programme

Satisfactory maintenance of Kiniyama seed garden Certification of 0.1 M improved polybag seedlings

Continuing of replanting of field 5 and 9 of ISG. Continuing the vacancy filling in Field no 4 and 8 of ISG Continuing the vacancy filling in PSG (Assistance providing to Estate Management Division of CRI) Satisfactory maintenance of Kiniyama seed garden Certification of 0.3 M improved polybag seedlings

Satisfactory maintenance of Kinmiyama seed garden Certification of 0.5 M improved polybag seedlings

Completion of replanting of field 5 and 9 of ISG. Continuing the vacancy filling in Field no 4 and 8 of ISG Continuing the vacancy filling in PSG (Assistance providing to Estate Management Division of CRI) Satisfactory maintenance of Kinmiyama seed garden Completion of the Plus Palm selection programme ) Completion of the establishment of Registered Nursery Programme

29

S No


SDG No.



Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

Printing of 0.8M seedling certification tags and certification of 0.8 M improved polybag seedlings Completion of seed and seedling production monitoring. Training programmes on seed palm selection and nursery management completed on request from CCB.

Printing of 0.8M seedling certification tags and certification of 0.8 M improved polybag seedlings Completion of seed and seedling production monitoring. Training programmes on seed palm selection and nursery management on request from CCB.

3 Provision of meteorological data to national data base

3.1 Establishment and maintenance of Agro-meteorological stations in main coconut growing areas (Continuous)

3.1.1 (5.1.2.1) Maintenance of CRI Aro-Met stations and daily recording of data (Continuous)

10 2.4 F

0.500 0.007 0.102 0.292 0.500 PPD Dr. A.D. Nainanayake, Dr. K. P. Waidyarathne (This is a continuous process, therefore the % progress cannot be given)

P Maintenance of 6 CRI Met stations, daily collection of meteorological data and monthly submission of the data to the national data base in the Meteorology Department (12 records).

Maintenance of 6 CRI Met stations and daily collection of met data. Monthly submission of Met data to the national data base (3 records).




30

S No


SDG No.



Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

4 Provision of information on coconut production to policy makers and stakeholders

4.1 Forecasting and estimation of coconut production (Continuous)

4.1.1 (6.1.1.1) Forecasting of regional and national coconut production (Continuous)

10 2.4 F 0.750 0.200 0.350 0.570 0.750 PPD, AED. Dr. C. S. Ranasinghe, Dr. A.D. Nainanayake, Dr. I M S K idirisinghe, Ms. T.H. Chandrathilake (This is a continuous process. Progress is given considering only the present year)

P 25% Forecast Regional and National coconut production on bi-monthly basis 8 months in advance, publish two issues of Yield Forecast Brochure in January & July and disseminate the information to stakeholders.

50% Button nut recording on monthly basis (3 times) and publish one issue of Yield Forecast Brochure.

75% Button nut recording on monthly basis (6 times)

100% Button nut recording on monthly basis (9 times) and publish two issues of Yield Forecast Brochure.

Button nut recording on monthly basis (12 times)

4.1.2 (6.1.2.2) Estimation of National Coconut Production (Continuous)

10 2.4 F 1.000 0.210 0.460 0.730 1.000 PPD, AED. Dr. A.D. Nainanayake, Dr. I M S K idirisinghe, Ms. T.H. Chandrathilake (This is a continuous process. Progress is given considering only the present year)

P Estimation of regional and national Coconut Production bi-monthly (for 6 picks)

25% Collection of yield data from more than 900 estates monthly (3 times) and estimation of National Coconut Production for Pick 6 in 2017 & pick 1 of 2018

50% Collection of yield data from more than 900 estates monthly (6 times) and estimation of National Coconut Production for Pick 6 in 2017 and pick 1 & 2 of 2018

75% Collection of yield data from more than 900 estates monthly (9 times) and estimation of National Coconut Production for Pick 6 in 2017 & pick 1, 2, 3 & 4 of 2018

100% Collection of yield data from more than 900 estates monthly (12 times) and estimation of National coconut Production for Pick 6 in 2017 & pick 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5 of 2018

5 Assessment of Ground Water availability

5.1 Ground water survey in Gampaha district (2018 – 2019)

5.1.1. Determination of ground water potentials of Gampaha district (2018-2019)

3,4 8.2 F 2.0 0.05 0.5 1.0 2.0 SPND Dr. D.M.D.I. Wijebandara, Mr.L.A.T.S. Liyanarachchi

P Ground water survey of the Gampaha district initiated with Water Resources Board.

(5%) Initiation of the project with Sri Lanka Water Resource Board

(10%) Initiation and continuation of the project with Sri Lanka Water Resource Board

(20%) Continuation of the survey

(40%) Continuation of the survey

31

Service Functions to stakeholders (Consolidated Funds)

S No Program Project Activities KPI No.

SDG No.



Remarks / name

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1 Productivity increase through providing different services to stakeholders

1.1 Provide advisory services to stakeholders

1.1.1. Provide advisory services to growers who visit the institute and communicate through telephone calls and letters on field problems

10 2.a F 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 TTD Mr. R. Wijekoon, Ms. R. Subathma, Ms. H. Fonseka, Mr. T. Bandaranayake, Mr. M. Perera

P 1000 Growers 250 (25%) 500 (50%) 750 (75%) 1000 (100%)

1.1.2. Advisory visits on request

10 2.a F 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 TTD Dr. C. S. Hearth, Mr. R. Wijekoon

P Maximum of 20 estate advisory visits

5 (25%) 10 (50%) 15 (75%) 20 (100%)

1.1.3. Participate in agricultural exhibitions and crop clinics on request

10 2.a F 0.150 0.031 0.065 0.100 0.150 TTD Mr. M. Perera, Mr. T. Bandaranayake Mr. R. Wijekoon TTD staff

P Participate in maximum of 12 exhibitions and crop clinics

3 (25%) 6 (50%) 9 (75%) 12 (100%)

1.1.4 Conduct educational programmes to students and teachers at CRI on request

10 2.a F 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 TTD Ms. H. Fonseka, Mr. T. Bandaranayake

P Conduct maximum of 25 educational programmes

6 (24%) 12 (56%) 18 (88%) 25 (100%)

1.1.5 Assist school student projects on request

10 2.a F 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 TTD Ms. H. Fonseka, Mr. T. Bandaranayake

P Assist maximum of 25 school projects

6 (24%) 12 (56%) 18 (88%) 25 (100%)

1.1.6. Conduct educational programmes to Universities & higher educational institutions on request

10 2.a F 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 TTD Ms. R. Subathma, Ms. H. Fonseka, Mr. T. Bandaranayake

P Conduct maximum of 12 educational programmes

3 (25%) 6 (50%) 9 (75%) 12 (100%)

32


SDG No.



Remarks / name

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1.1.7. Conduct educational and awareness programmes to foreign visitors on request

10 2.a F 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 TTD Mr. R. Wijekoon, Ms. R. Subathma, Ms. H. Fonseka

P Conduct maximum of 6 educational and awareness programmes

1 (16%) 3 (50%) 4 (66%) 6 (100%)

1.1.8 Undertake different printing jobs requested by other divisions

10 2.a F 0.000 0.000 0.000 0.000 TTD Dr. C S Herath, Mr. N. Chandana, Mr. D. Senarath

P Undertake maximum of 60 printing jobs

15 printing jobs (25%)




1.2 Establishment of coconut based data bank for coconut industry

1.2.1 (11.2.3.1) Collect and collate coconut based statistics (Continue every year)

3 9.1 F 0.132 0.03 0.06 0.09 0.132 AED Dr. I M S K Idirisinghe, Ms. Dilini Abeysekara,

P Updating coconut data bank 2018 (100)

Data collection 25%

Data collection (50%)



1.2.2 (11.2.3.2) Costs, returns and profitability in coconut farming in coconut growing areas (continue every year)

3 9.1 F 0.091 0.01 0.02 0.03 0.091 AED Dr. I M S K Idirisinghe, Ms. Dilini Abeysekara

P Updating the cost of production database and calculating cost of production of coconut and coconut based products





1.3 Provide analytical services to stakeholders

1.3.1 Soil Suitability assessment of Growers Land on request (continuous)

2 8.2 F 0.12 0.03 0.055 0.08 0.12 SPND Dr. D.M.D.I. Wijebandara, Mrs. G.S.Nirukshan

P Assess maximum of 30 lands for suitability for coconut

(25%) Assessment of maximum of 5 lands

(45%)Assessment of maximum of 15 lands



33


SDG No.



Remarks / name

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1.3.2 Issuing of Differential Fertilizer Recommendations (DFRs) for coconut plantations on request (continuous)

3 8.2 F 0.355 0.055 0.12 0.25 0.355 SPND Dr. D.M.D.I. Wijebandara, Mrs. G.S.Nirukshan

P Issue maximum of 40 DFR reports

(22%) Sample analysis and fertilizer recommendation for maximum of 8 lands.

(50%) Sample analysis and fertilizer recommendation for maximum of 20 lands



1.3.3 Issuing of quality and export reports for inorganic fertilizer, organic manure (compost) coir products, soil, leaf and water samples provided by growers on request (continuous)

3 8.2 F 0.50 0.07 0.17 0.33 0.50 SPND, CPD Dr. D.M.D.I. Wijebandara, Dr. H.T.R.Wijesekara, Mrs. G.S.Nirukshan

P Analyze maximum number of 300 inorganic fertilizer, 400 organic manure, and 80 husk based products, 130 soil, 200 leaf, 15 water samples. Reporting on pathogens and issue quality and export certificates.

(20%) Analyze maximum No. of 25 Inorganic fertilizers, 75 organic manure and 20 husk based products, 25 soil, 50 leaf and 5 water samples. Reporting on pathogens and issue quality and export certificates


(72%) Analyze maximum No. of 200 Inorganic fertilizers, 300 organic manure and 70 husk based products, 80 soil, 150leaf and 12 water samples. Reporting on pathogens and issue quality and export certificates


34


SDG No.



Remarks / name

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1.3.4 Conducting training programs and analytical services on coconut products on request

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 0.685 0.1 0.2 0.35 0.685 CPRD Dr C Yalegama P Conduct training

programs, testing samples and issuing reports on request

Conduct training programs on request of interested parties, maintain pilot scale machinery and carry out analytical testing of samples on request

Conducting training programs, production of coconut products, testing samples and issuing reports



1.4 Breeding and Supply of Predator mites to control Aceria Mite

1.4.1 Maintenance of predator breeding laboratories

5 12.3 F 0.555 0.15 0.25 0.4 0.555 CPD Dr. N S Aratchige, Dr. H T R Wijesekara,

P Produce and supply 20,000 mite sachets and reduce nut rejection level by 5%

Produce and supply 5,000 mite sachets



Produce and supply 20,000 mite sachets and reduction of rejected nuts by 5%

1.5 Supply of biological control agents and pheromones to control pest and diseases

1.5.1 Production and supply of parasitoids for coconut caterpillar

5 12.3 F 0.097 (AED) 0.0 (AED) 0.01 (AED) 0.01 (AED) 0.097 (AED) CPD, AED Dr. H T R Wijesekara, Dr S Idirisinghe

P Supply 1,200,000 parasitoids and completely control lands reported with caterpillar outbreaks

Supply 300,000 parasitoids and estimate percentage of lands reported with caterpillar outbreaks



Supply 1,200,000 parasitoids and estimate percentage of lands reported with caterpillar outbreaks

35


SDG No.



Remarks / name

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1.5.2 Production and supply of red weevil pheromone and black beetle pheromone

5 12.3 F 0.565 0.02 0.22 0.34 0.565 CPD Dr. H T R Wijesekara, Dr. A D N T Kumara, Mrs. N I Suwandarathne

P Produce and supply 6000 red weevil pheromone vials, procure chemicals for black beetle pheromone synthesis and incidence of red weevil attack recorded

Produce and supply 2000 red weevil pheromone vials, procure chemicals for black beetle pheromone synthesis and record incidence of red weevil attack



Produce and supply 6000 red weevil pheromone vials, commence synthesis of black beetle pheromone and report incidence of red weevil attack

1.5.3 Production and supply of pathogens for the control of black beetle

5 12.3 F 0.04 0.02 0.02 0.04 0.04 CPD Dr H T R Wijesekara

P Production and supply of Green Muscadine Fungus (GMF) and Baculovirus for the management of black beetle on request

Production and supply of Green Muscadine Fungus (GMF) and Baculovirus for the management of black beetle




36

LIBRARY AND ENGINEERING SERVICES – CAPITAL EXPENDITURE

S. No. Programme Project Activities KPI No. SDG No.

Target/ Output (Rs Mln and %)

Quarterly Target for 2018 (Cumulative %) Responsible Officer

/Remarks

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1 Library services to provide access to literature on coconut

Acquiring library books/journals digitization of coconut literature, compilation of bibliographies and subject lists related to coconut literature

F 0.5 0.250 0.500 Librarian

P 100 20.0 70.0 85.0 100.0

2 Infrastructure Development

Renovation of staff quarters (HO/GR.03/08,09 & HO/GR.01/08)

F 9 4.0 9.0 Resident Engineer

P 100 20 50 75 100

Construction of proposed two storied Laboratory

F 23 7 21 23

P 100 25 50 75 100

Tiling & partition works of the Estate Management Division

F 0.75 0.75

P 100 30 100

Completion of wash room AED F 0.6 0.6

P 100 30 100

Construction of a Net house - TCD F 1.2 0.4 1.2

P 100 30 100

37

ADMINISTRATION, LIBRARY, ENGINEERING AND FINANCE DIVISIONS -RECURRENT EXPENDITURE

S. No.

Programme

Project Activities KPI No. SDG No.

Target/

Output (Rs Mln and %)


/Remarks

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1 Recurrent

Expenses of Establishment

Division

Salaries & Allowances

F 108.247 27.062 54.124 81.185 108.247 Director, Deputy Director (Admin)

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

2 EPF Contribution 15%

F 18.554 4.639 9.277 13.916 18.554

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

3 ETF Contribution 3%

F 3.711 0.928 1.856 2.783 3.711

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

4 Medical Contribution 8%

F 7.962 1.991 3.981 5.972 7.962

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

5 Overtime & Holiday Pay

F 1.5 0.375 0.750 1.125 1.500

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

6 Tea & Coconut Allowance

F 1.6 0.400 0.800 1.200 1.600

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

7 COL Allowance

F 23.962 5.991 11.981 17.972 23.962

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

8 Fuel Allowance

F 16.6 4.150 8.300 12.450 16.600

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

9 Communication Allowance

F 7 1.750 3.500 5.250 7.000

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

10 Professional Allowance

F 4.5 1.125 2.250 3.375 4.500

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

11 Gratuity

F 11 2.750 5.500 8.250 11.000

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

12 Board Member/ AM Com. Fees

F 0.935 0.234 0.468 0.701 0.935

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

13 Domestic Travelling

F 0.5 0.125 0.250 0.375 0.500

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

38

S. No.

Programme


Target/



/Remarks

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

14

Foreign Travelling

F 0.6 0.150 0.300 0.450 0.600

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

15 Stationery

F 0.45 0.113 0.225 0.338 0.450 Director, Deputy Director (Admin)

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

16 Office Upkeep

F 0.45 0.113 0.225 0.338 0.450

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

17 Fuel & Lubricants

F 6 1.500 3.000 4.500 6.000

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

18 Uniforms

F 0.3 - 0.300 0.300 0.300

P 100 - 100.0 100.0 100.0

19 Building Structure & Maintenance

F 5.5 1.375 2.750 4.125 5.500

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

20 Computer Upkeep

F 0.55 0.138 0.275 0.413 0.550

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

21 Postal Charges

F 0.45 0.113 0.225 0.338 0.450

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

22 Insurance

F 3.5 0.300 0.800 1.550 3.500

P 100 8.57 22.86 44.29 100.00

23 Security Services

F 3 0.750 1.500 2.250 3.000

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

24 External Audit Fees

F 0.75 - - - 0.750

P 100 - - - 100.0

25

Telephone/ Internet

F 1.9 0.475 0.950 1.425 1.900

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

26 Legal Fees

F 1 0.250 0.500 0.750 1.000

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

27 Seminars & Workshops F 2 0.500 1.000 1.500 2.000

39

S. No.

Programme


Target/



/Remarks

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

28 Rental for Operational Leasing Vehicle

F 4.9 1.225 2.450 3.675 4.900 Director, Deputy Director (Admin) P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

29 Training Expenses

F 1 0.250 0.500 0.750 1.000

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

30 Media, Advertising

F 3 0.750 1.500 2.250 3.000

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

31 Entertainment & Welfare

F 2.5 0.625 1.250 1.875 2.500

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

32 Entertainment - Chairman

F 0.8 0.200 0.400 0.600 0.800

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

33 Recurrent Expenses of Library

Library Services F 0.307 0.015 0.112 0.209 0.307

Librarian

P 100 4.0 36.0 68.0 100.0

34 Recurrent Expenses of Engineering Div

Engineering Services F 16.672 4.168 8.336 12.504 16.672

Resident Engineer

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

35

Recurrent Expenses of Finance Div

Finance Activities

F 1.25 0.313 0.626 0.939 1.250 Senior

Accountant, Accountant

P 100 25.0 50.0 75.0 100.0

40

Procurement Plan -2018 - Consolidated Funds

Description of Object / Item

Qty Estimated Cost Rs. Rs.000

Source of

Financing Name of

the

Donor

Procurement

Method (ICB,NCB,and

National Shoping etc.

Level of Authority

(CAPC,MPC

etc.)

Priority Status

U= Urgent

P=Priority N=Normal

Current Status of

Procurement

Preparedness Activities

Scheduled Date of

Commence-

ment

Scheduled Date of

Completion

Rehabilitation and Improvement of Capital Assets

Building & Structures

Renovation of staff Quarters 6 9,000 CF NCB DPC N N 15.01.2018 15.05.2018

Tiling Work & Partitioning work of the Estate Management Division

1 750 CF Shopping DPC N N 15.01.2018 15.04.2018

Expansion of office building (completion of wash room)-AED 1 600 CF Shopping DPC N N 15.01.2018 15.04.2018

Sub Total 10,350

Acquisition of Fixed Assets

Building & Structures

Construction of proposed two storied Laboratory

1 23,000 CF NCB DPC N N 15.01.2018 15.11.2018

Construction of Net House - TCD 1 1,200 CF Shopping DPC N N 15.01.2018 15.07.2018

Sub Total 24,200

Furniture & Fittings

Wooden Cup Board 2 150 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Steel Cupboard 20 535 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Book rack 1 30 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Filing cabinet 3 60 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Computer Table 9 150 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Office Table 3 80 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Plastic table 5 25 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Writing Table 1 15 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

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Source of

Financing Name of

the

Donor

Procurement

Method (ICB,NCB,and


Level of Authority

(CAPC,MPC

etc.)

Priority Status

U= Urgent

P=Priority N=Normal

Current Status of

Procurement


Scheduled Date of

Commence-

ment

Scheduled Date of

Completion

Revolving chairs 3 75 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Office chairs 18 270 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Visitors Chairs 3 25 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Lab chairs (3no's) 3 75 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Arm Chairs 10 50 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Computer Chairs 6 85 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Executive chairs 6 145 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Dining Stools 6 20 CF Shopping DPC N N 01.02.2018 26.04.2018

Sub Total 1790

Office Equipment

Laser Printer 4 250 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Air conditioners 5 725 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Pedestal Fan 6 88 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

electric kettle 3 20 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Refrigerator 2 175 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Water filter 5 70 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Risograph machine 1 500 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Fax Machine 1 75 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Wall Clock 3 6 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Photocopier 1 150 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Stabilizer for Photocopier 1 50 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Hi-pressure Gas Cooker 2 16 CF Shopping DPC N N 08.02.2018 03.05.2018

Sub Total 34 2,125

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Source of

Financing Name of

the

Donor

Procurement

Method (ICB,NCB,and


Level of Authority

(CAPC,MPC

etc.)

Priority Status

U= Urgent

P=Priority N=Normal

Current Status of

Procurement


Scheduled Date of

Commence-

ment

Scheduled Date of

Completion

Computer Equipment

Ups 21 420 CF Shopping DPC N N 15.02.2018 09.05.2018

Desktop Computer 13 1780 CF Shopping DPC N N 15.02.2018 09.05.2018

Lap top computer 3 528 CF Shopping DPC N N 15.02.2018 09.05.2018

Power Packs 1 400 CF Shopping DPC N N 15.02.2018 09.05.2018

Portable hard drive 13 220 CF Shopping DPC N N 15.02.2018 09.05.2018

Sub Total 3,348

Engineering Tools & Machinery Equipment

Box Spanner Tool set 1 20 CF Shopping DPC N N 15.02.2018 09.05.2018

Sub Total 20

Field Equipment

Power sprayer 1 100 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Sprayer 15L 1 50 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Grass Cutter 1 50 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Soil Auger 1 150 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Sub Total 350

Laboratory Equipment

Electronic field balance 1 200 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Ultra-pure water system 1 1,500 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Infrared digester (24 places) 1 2,500 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Global Positioning System for land suitability assessment 1 1 500 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Micro centrifuge rotor 1 100 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

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Source of

Financing Name of

the

Donor

Procurement

Method (ICB,NCB,and


Level of Authority

(CAPC,MPC

etc.)

Priority Status

U= Urgent

P=Priority N=Normal

Current Status of

Procurement


Scheduled Date of

Commence-

ment

Scheduled Date of

Completion

Gas chromatography coupled mass spectrometer (GCMS) 1 1,000 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Bench top incubators (01 nos) 1 300 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Sub Total 6,100

Other Capital Expenditure

Books & Periodicals 500 CF Shopping DPC N N 22.02.2018 16.05.2018

Sub Total 500

Grand Total 48,783

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Development Projects (Ministry Funds) (Capital Expenditure)


SDG No.


Quarterly Target for 2018 (Cumulative %) Responsible Officers / Remarks

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1. Supply of seed coconut to National Replanting Programme (NRP)

1.1 Production of genetically superior high yielding coconut planting materials and monitoring seed and seedling production (NRP) (2017-2019)

1.1.1 Production of hybrid seeds by hand pollination and high input management in seed gardens

1,3 2.4

F 36.4 5.1365 24.823 29.6595 36.4 GPB Mr R. Jayathilake, Dr L. Perera, Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura, and Staff of Seedling Certification unit

P High input management of existing coconut seed gardens Conduct hand pollination with 1000 mother palms, Harvest hybrid seeds and produce seedlings Supply 2 seedlings each to low income families in the North.

(35%) High input management of existing coconut seed gardens Conduct hand pollination with 1000 mother palms, Harvest hybrid seeds and produce seedlings Supply 2 seedlings each to low income families in the North.

(40%) High input management of existing coconut seed gardens Conduct hand pollination with 1000 mother palms, Harvest hybrid seeds and produce seedlings Supply 2 seedlings each to low income families in the North.

(45%) High input management of existing coconut seed gardens Conduct hand pollination with 1000 mother palms, Harvest hybrid seeds and produce seedlings Supply 2 seedlings each to low income families in the North

(50%) High input management of existing coconut seed gardens Conduct hand pollination with 1000 mother palms, Harvest hybrid seeds and produce seedlings Supply 2 seedlings each to low income families in the north, issue 25,000 seedlings by the end of Q4

1.1.2 Upgrading of and expanding of the Kiniyama seed garden to increase the hybrid seed nut production

1,3 2.4 F 25.0 0.1 1.825 24.64 25.0

P Selection of 200Ac new block for the expansion of seed garden Establishment of hose irrigation system for 400 Ac. Construction of a deep well Dwarf Brown seed nut collection and seedling production Renovation of an existing quarters Organic fertilizer application

20% Selection of 200Ac new block for the expansion of seed garden Dwarf Brown seed nut collection and seedling production

40% Dwarf Brown seed nut collection and seedling production Organic fertilizer application

80% Dwarf Brown seed nut collection and seedling production Establishment of hose irrigation system for 400 Ac. Construction of a deep well Renovation of an existing quarters

100% Dwarf Brown seed nut collection and seedling production Organic fertilizer application

GPBD Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura, Mr. R Jayathilake

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SDG No.



Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

2 Increasing the coconut production and land productivity through pest/disease management

2.1 Management of Weligama Coconut Leaf Wilt Disease (long-term)

2.1.1 Maintenance of Disease Free Zone

5 12.3 F 8.98 2.245 4.49 6.735 8.98 CPD Dr. L. C. P Fernando, Dr. H T R Wijesekara, Mr. P H P R de Silva

P Inspect lands in 86x3 km zone surrounding diseased area, mark and remove disease affected palms, pay compensation, Destroy unremoved diseased palms

Inspect 5000 lands mark and remove diseased palms, pay compensation,

Inspect 10000 lands mark and remove diseased palms, pay compensation



2.1.2 Maintenance of a field station at Matara

5 12.3 F 0.8 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 CPD Dr. L. C. P Fernando, Dr. H T R Wijesekara, Mr. P H P R de Silva

P Supervision of disease free zone activities, Process pollen for hybridization, provide training for CDOO and field officers, Collect samples for confirmation of the disease, Assist CCB officers to identified diseased palms to solve disputes on disease diagnosis

Provide training for new field officers, 3 induction training for CDOO and FOO, Supervision of disease free zone activities, Collect samples for lab test, Process pollen




2.2 Development of a mini Seed Garden at Weligama to mass produce WCLWD tolerant coconut hybrids (long-term)

2.2.1 Establishment of Dwarf Green and selected tall mother palms for future hybrid seed nut production

1,5 2.4 F 23.9 2.0 3.0 23.0 23.9 GPB,CPD Dr. H.D.M.A.C. Dissanayake, Dr. M.K. Meegahakumbura Mr. R. Jayathilake, Dr. H T R Wijesekara

P Maintenance of the Dwarf Green and selected tall seedlings planted Payment of salaries Irrigation Capital equipment and Office and lab furniture purchased, renovation of office building and guest house

Maintenance of the Dwarf Green and selected tall seedlings planted Payment of salaries Irrigation


Maintenance of the Dwarf Green and selected tall seedlings planted Payment of salaries Irrigation Purchase Capital equipment and Office and lab furniture, renovation of office building and guest house


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SDG No.



Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

3 Increasing the income of coconut based industries through value addition

3.1 Modernization of coconut Processing Research Division

3.1.1 Construction of a laboratory /Incubators for processing of value added coconut products

4/7 9.2, 9.4, 9.b

F 83.5 30.46 45.46 65.46 83.5 CPRD Dr. C Yalegama

P Construction of the two-storied laboratory cum incubators completed & equipment purchased

1.Publish paper advertisement for construction of the building 2. Technical evaluation and obtain approval of the tender board 3.Awarding tenders for construction 4.Commencing of the construction work

Continuation of construction

Continuation of construction

Completion of the construction

3.1.2 Obtain the consultancy services for construction

F 2.5 2.5 CPRD Dr. C Yalegama

P Consultancy services for supervision of building construction

Supervision of building construction




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