Pabodi Wijenayake

About

I am a PhD candidate at Massey University, New Zealand, researching plant root growth and root physiology in diverse versus conventional pastures, with a particular focus on belowground responses to defoliation under regenerative and contemporary management. My work is part of the Whenua Haumanu Programme, in partnership with the Ministry for Primary Industries, and I am supported by the TR Ellett Agricultural Research Trust.
I hold a BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Technology and Management from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, where my earlier research focused on plant pathology, soil microbiology and plant growth-promoting rhizobia and fungi for sustainable agriculture.
I have experience in field and glasshouse research, laboratory microbiology and molecular techniques. My research interests include belowground ecology, grazing and grassland roots, pasture management, plant–soil–microbe interactions and sustainable agriculture.

Employment

• University of Peradeniya Research Assistant
  2023 - 2025

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