Welcome to ASDA

ASDA Chairman Photo- Dr WART Wickramaarachchi

Dr. W.A.R.T. Wickramarachchi

Chairperson (ASDA - 2025)

Dear Respected Colleagues,

It is indeed a great pleasure to extend my cordial invitation to the 27th Annual Symposium of the Department of Agriculture (ASDA 2025), one of the most prestigious events of the Department of Agriculture, Sri Lanka.

ASDA has long been a flagship event in the agricultural sector, and this year's theme aligns with “Fostering a clean and thriving Sri Lanka through sustainable agriculture in a digital landscape”. The symposium serves as a vital platform for agricultural professionals to share groundbreaking research with a broader audience. It offers extensive opportunities for experts from both the Department of Agriculture and Provincial Departments of Agriculture, fostering an inclusive
environment for the exchange of scientific discoveries and the dissemination of cutting-edge technologies among professionals, policymakers, academia, entrepreneurs, farmers, and the general public.

We have been inviting distinguished scientists across the globe, whose insightful keynote addresses enrich the symposium, inspiring meaningful discussions and enhancing the collective experience of all participants.

This prestigious symposium shines as a crown jewel in the Department of Agriculture’s annual calendar, unfolding in the golden embrace of early September 2025. Adorned with celebratory splendor, it promises an inspiring convergence of minds, innovation, and transformative discussions, setting the stage for a vibrant and clean future for agriculture in Sri Lanka.

We eagerly await a memorable and impactful gathering, at the 27th Annual Symposium of the Department of Agriculture where profound insights are shared, and lasting connections are forged, enriching the collective journey toward a sustainable future.

About ASDA

The Annual Symposium of the Department of Agriculture (ASDA) is the largest annual forum of professionals in Agriculture. Since its inception in 1999, ASDA has made steady progress and the symposium provides a broader avenue for scientists of the different divisions of the Department of Agriculture (DOA) and Provincial DOAs to exchange views of various issues confronting agricultural development in the country and device strategies to overcome them with the ultimate objective of achieving excellence in agriculture while ensuring the national food security. It is also a scientific forum for all professionals in the agricultural sector such as University Academia, other scientists in the government sector, private sector, INGOs, NGOs, and representatives of farmer organizations to interact on matters pertinent to the agricultural sector.

Keynote Speaker

Mr. Vimlendra Sharan

FAO Representative,
Sri Lanka and the Maldives
Editor in Chief
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Prof. T. Sivananthawerl

Professor
Department of Crop Science
Faculty of Agriculture
University of Peradeniya

Editor in Chief
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Prof. T. Sivananthawerl

Senior Professor
Department of Crop Science
Faculty of Agriculture
University of Peradeniya

Upcoming Events

Events

ASDA 2024

Annual Symposium of the Department of Agriculture of the year 2024

ASDA 2024

Pre - symposium Workshop of ASDA 2024, Session - 03.    14/05/2024 at NAICC

ASDA 2024

The pre-symposium 1st workshop on data analysis -

15/03/2024 at NAICC

ASDA 2023

Annual Symposium of the Department of Agriculture of the year 2023

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Past Events

ASDA 2022

Annual Symposium of the Department of Agriculture of the year 2022

ASDA 2021

Annual Symposium of the Department of Agriculture of the year 2021

ASDA 2020

Annual Symposium of the Department of Agriculture of the year 2020

ASDA 2019

Annual Symposium of the Department of Agriculture of the year 2019

ASDA 2018

Annual Symposium of the Department of Agriculture of the year 2018