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Evaluation of dry spells and rainy days in MAM season over Soroti District
(Makerere University, 2019-07)Rainfall a form of precipitation is a crucial factor that has consequences on agricultural production especially in the tropics. Rainfall variability can led to extreme weather events such as dry spells, floods and among ... -
The occurrence of bent necks in cut roses (Rosa hybrida) in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-10)The cut rose is the number one selling ornamental in the world. Quality of a cut rose stem is dependent on stem, leaf, and flower bud parameters. One of the factors that can lead to rejection of a cut rose in the market ... -
Small-scale farmers’ perceptions of the economic importance of Shea tree in Kuju sub-county, Amuria district
(Makerere University, 2019-10)The importance of shea nut tree to the people of Uganda has been overlooked considering both the economic and environmental uses of the tree and therefore efforts have to be made to propagate its production by the ... -
Determination of the nutrient and anti-nutrient composition of chia (Salvia hispanica l.) Seeds and leaves grown in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-08)The aim of this study was to determine the nutritional quality of chia seeds and leaves grown in Uganda so as to contribute to reduction of cases of malnutrition in the country. Chia seeds and leaves were obtained from ... -
Local community perceptions of environment conservation and tourism development
(Makerere University, 2019)The study investigated the Local community perceptions of environment conservation and tourism development, a Case study of Queen Elizabeth National Park. The study sought to address the following specific objectives that ... -
Towards enhanced potassium management for East African highland banana productivity and sustainability in Ntungamo district, southwestern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-10)Bananas are both a food and cash crop in Uganda’s southwestern district of Ntungamo. The soils have low inherent fertility and low CEC. This is problematic for monovalent cations like exchangeable K, which is also taken ... -
Assesing the impacts of seasonal rainfall variation on barley production in Bukwo district
(Makerere University, 2019-07)The rainfall variation in Uganda has influenced Agriculture and other related sectors negatively. For example, extreme rains have often caused flooding while suppressed rains have often caused droughts. The yield of seasonal ... -
Morphological and yield traits of elite soybean genotypes in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-10)Soybean has become an important crop in Uganda with innumerable possibilities of not only improving agriculture but also support industries. Makerere University centre for soybean improvement and development developed 23 ... -
Effect of varying doses of Malathion on population dynamics of Tophilus zeamais (maize weevil) on stored maize and sorghum grain
(Makerere University, 2019)Maize and sorghum are the major staple food cereal crops in Africa (CIMMYT, 2002; Ali et al., 2011). Sorghum is the fifth most important cereal crop in the world after maize, rice, wheat and barley. It staple for over 500 ... -
Towards Enhanced Potassium Management For East African Highland Banana Productivity and Sustainability in Ntungamo District South Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-10-31)Bananas are both a food and cash crop in Uganda’s southwestern district of Ntungamo. The soils have low inherent fertility and low CEC. This is problematic for monovalent cations like exchangeable K, which is also taken ... -
Addressing Multiple Challenges of Low Soil Moisture Content,yields and High Labour requirement Using Conservation Agriculture
(Makerere University, 2019-05-21)As a requirement leading to an award of Bachelor of Agricultural and Rural Innovation, Supervised Experiential learning Projects were conducted between June and August, 2012. The main educational programme was guided by ... -
Market access among soya beans farmers in Mayuge district, Bukatube Sub county
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Assessing the impact of rainfall variability on areal coverage of Lake Kyoga in eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Rainfall variability is a very important aspect that affects adverse sectors of the social-economic welfare particularly hydrological and agricultural sectors of any region especially in the tropical Uganda. Therefore, it ... -
Contribution and potential for scaling up of private sector involvement in solid waste management in Uganda: a case study of Oribags Innovations Company, Mpigi District
(Makerere University, 2018)This study was carried out in Buyala to contribute knowledge to the understanding of the contribution and potential for scaling up of private sector involvement in solid waste management and a case study of Oribags Innovations ... -
Determinants of coffee supply by smallholder farmers in Nyabihoko sub-county Ntungamo District
(Makerere University, 2019-09)The general objective of the study is to establish the determinants of coffee supply by smallholder farmers in Nyabihoko sub-county, Ntungamo district. The further had three specific objectives and three research questions ... -
Growth and yield response of cowpea to rhizobium inoculation and phosphorus fertilizer application
(Makerere university, 2019-08)The field experiment was carried out at Makerere University Agricultural Research Institute, Kabanyolo (MUARIK) in Wakiso district, Uganda to evaluate the growth and yield response of cowpea to rhizobium inoculation and ... -
Assessment of growth rates of hydroponic and soil based tomatoes
(Makerere University, 2019-08)As the world population grows, the demand for vegetables increases tomatoes as they are the most consumed. Because of this growing demand, there will be an expected food crisis in the near future if production is not ... -
Soil quality assessement for land use suitability at Karugwa Mixed Farm
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Soil degradation especially through nutrient mining is widespread and alarming in most parts of Uganda, although little attention has been paid to this problem. This study was aimed at pre-soil status evaluation prior to ... -
A comparison of the characteristics of local chicken enterprises in female and male headed households in Busimbi sub county
(Makerere University, 2019-11)The study was conducted to access the comparison on the characteristics of local chicken enterprises in female and male headed households in Busimbi sub-county. Households were surveyed using structured questionnaires and ... -
The integrated effect of DAP fertilizers and rhizobium inoculation on the growth and yield of common beans (Phaselous vulgaris l.)
(Makerere University, 2019-10)Agricultural production in Uganda is a key factor in the contribution of Uganda’s economy and also an important source of dietary protein for most households. For a balanced diet to be attained, common beans as plant ...
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