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Reversion from Sweet potato feathery mottle virus in bi-parental population of new kawogo and Beauregard
(Makerere University, 2018-09)Sweet potato is a major food crop grown mainly by the rural poor who make up most of Uganda’s population. In terms of dry matter production, it is the sixth most important food crop, after rice, wheat, potatoes, maize and ... -
The impact of anthropogenic activities on the status of natural belts in Bugamba central forest reserve in Mbarara district
(Makerere University, 2019-07)The study was carried out in Bugamba sub county Rwampara county Mbarara district. The purpose of the study was to assess the impact of anthropogenic activities on the status of natural belts in Bugamba Central Forest ... -
Land use and soil conservation practices used by farmers in Suam sub county, Bukwo district.
(Makerere University, 2018-10)ABSTRACT This is a special project report of a research study carried out in Suam Sub County, Bukwo district, Uganda. The purpose of study was to find out the land use activities and soil conservation practices used by ... -
Contribution of Kitagata hot spring to community development in Sheema district
(Makerere University, 2019-07)This study examined the contribution of Kitagata hot springs to community development in Sheema District, the study found out that Kitagata hot spring had a spiral benefit towards the communities around the hot spring. ... -
Feeding ecology of Southern White Rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola District, Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-06)Understanding the feeding ecology of animals improves breeding programs and contributes to conservation of biodiversity, but there is limited knowledge about the feeding ecology of Southern White Rhinos at Ziwa Rhino ... -
Impact of soil erosion on the physicochemical properties and productivity of the soil in Wanale Sub-county, Mbale District
(Makerere University, 2018-08)It is estimated that worldwide about 80% of the current degradation on agricultural land is caused by soil erosion and in Uganda, 66 of the 112 districts are exposed to an overall mean erosion risk rate >1 tha−1y−1. Soil ... -
Assessing the awareness of the impacts of non-biodegradable solid wastes on the environment in Mukono district
(Makerere University, 2018-07)Mukono town council, like any other developing area has got a lot of challenges with the management of its wastes and this is greatly contributed to by the knowledge and practices carried out by the residents. This study ... -
Impact of human activities on wetlands; a case study of katehe wetland in Ibanda district
(Makerere University, 2018-07)Wetlands are among the most productive ecosystems on earth; they are areas permanently or periodically waterlogged which offers the neighboring communities socio-cultural, economic and ecological values. Wetland resources ... -
Profitability of low-head drip irrigation kit technology in vegetable farming in Kabale District
(Makerere University, 2018-12)This study was about the profitability of low head drip kit irrigation technology in vegetable farming in Kabale district. The general objective of this study was to find out profits from the use of low-head drip irrigation ... -
Potential contributions of white water rafting to adventure tourism development in Jinja district .case study Itanda falls
(2018)The intention of this report was to explore the whitewater rafting industry on the Upper White Nile. Although the White Nile is widely considered one of the greatest stretches of whitewater in the world, there is little ... -
The contribution of Tororo rock towards tourism development in Tororo municipality, Tororo district
(Makerere University, 2018-06)The contribution of Tororo rock towards tourism development in Tororo municipality, Tororo district . This study aimed at assessing the extent to which Tororo Rock has contributed towards tourism development in Tororo ... -
Efficiency of selected chemical pesticides in management of tomato pests and diseases in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-09)Cultivated tomato (Solanum Lycopersicon L.) is one of the most important economic vegetable crops in Uganda. However, it is susceptible to several pests and diseases that constrain its production resulting into economic ... -
Managing faith-based tourism in Uganda; a case study of Namirembe and Lubaga Cathedral
(Makerere University, 2018-06)The purpose of the study was to assess the management of faith-based tourism in Uganda; a case study of Namirembe and Lubaga Cathedral. The study was guided by the following objectives; To identify the management systems ... -
Storage insect pests diversity at different levels of maize value chain: Mukono district, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2018-07)Maize is a major source of food in Uganda both as a subsistence and commercial crop. Storage pests continue to devastate stored maize posing a threat to food security in many Uganda families and incomes agro processors. ... -
Effect of crop oil concentrate as a surfactant in herbicide application
(Makerere University, 2018-05)This study assessed the effect of crop oil concentrate as a surfactant in herbicide application where changes on plant weeds that is withering, yellowing, and mortality were assessed in plots treated with herbicide only ... -
Adoption of alternative crops as a means of mitigating crop loss to wildlife around Dudongo forest reserve, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-07)Crop-raiding by wildlife remains one of the most challenging issues to conservation practitioners and farmers at the edge of forest reserves. Most households living along the edge of forests inhabited by wildlife have ... -
Productivity and Conservation Practices for Balanites Aegyptiaca (Desert Date) in Napak Woodlands
(2018-10)B. aegyptiaca is economically and ecologically important Indigenous Fruit Trees in the dry savanna woodlands across Africa. The local communities have used it for generations. The tree has immense contribution to livelihoods ... -
Contributions of local communities in conservation wildlife in of AjaI wildlife reserve, Arua District
(Makerere University, 2018-06)The research study was to examine the contribution of local communities towards wildlife conservation in Ajai wildlife reserve. Three research objectives were considered; establish how local communities in participating ... -
The impact of animal grazing on properties of Busitema Forest,Busia district
(Makerere University, 2018-08)The impact of animal grazing on the selected soil physical and chemical properties such as soil texture, Bulk density, soil organic matter, available phosphorus, Total nitrogen and soil pH were studied at Bustema forest ... -
Contribution of pine tree growing to the livelihoods of the local communities in Kaharo sub- county Kabale, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-06)There is a growing trend where by forest plantations are perceived useful in the reducing pressure on natural forests (Bull et al; 2006; Sedjo &Botkin, 1997). Forest plantations are perceived to enhance carbon stocks and ...
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