Browsing College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) by Issue Date "2019-08"
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Assessing the germination inhibition potential of compounds in pine (Pinus halepensis) needles using Bidens pilosa seeds
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Weeds are a major yield loss factor contributing up to 20 -30% of the losses farmers incur in most developing countries. This is attributed to shortage of labor or increasing labor cost due to rural-urban migration. ... -
Assessing the impact of Operation Wealth Creation (OWC) on Rural Livelihoods: A case study of Mityana District.
(Makerere University., 2019-08)Uganda is one of the agricultural economies in the Eastern African region, given its ability to produce a variety of foods and in large quantities. It comprises of the food and cash crops ... -
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 ... -
Assessing the relationship between weather and Tuberculosis. (A case study of Soroti District)
(Makerere University., 2019-08)Air temperature variations world widely has been reported to affect various respiratory diseases however it is less documented when it comes to tuberculosis.There has been much change in the distribution of tuberculosis ... -
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 ... -
Chemical characterization and comparison of nutrient quality of abattoir, and industrial solid waste from Kampala city, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Waste water treatment is a fundamental component of any society to safeguard people‟s health from water bone and water related diseases. Wastewater treatment results into discharge of sludge (Sludge is a concentrated ... -
Contribution of agroforestry practices to community livelihoods around Mt. Elgon National Park, Mbale District
(2019-08)Agroforestry practices are associated with many benefits such as providing fuelwood, fodder, fruits, improving farmers’ incomes and soil fertility. However, there is limited understanding of the contribution of agroforestry ... -
Determinants of physical activity among Indian women living in Uganda aged 20-50 years
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Background: Physical Activity (PA) is an essential component of health through the myriad health benefits it confers to people who engage in sufficient amounts. Physical inactivity is a global pandemic as it is one of 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 ... -
Diversity of medicinal plants traded in markets within and around Kampala city
(Makerere University, 2019-08)An ethnobotanical study about medicinal plant species was carried out in markets within and around Kampala City with a view to understanding the diversity of plants and plant parts sold. . Data was obtained through interviews ... -
Effect of different levels of bio char, cattle manure and npk fertilizer combinations on maize yields in Bbamba-kiteezi wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Soil nutrient depletion is a major constraint to maize production in Uganda, especially following the release of high yielding varieties like DKC9089 which was not backed by fertilizer recommendations needed to sustain ... -
Effect of different levels of biochar, cattle manure and NPK fertilizer combinations on maize yields in Bbamba-Kiteezi Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Nutrient depletion is a major constraint to maize production in Uganda, especially following the release of high yielding varieties like DKC9089 which was not backed by fertilizer recommendations needed to sustain high ... -
Effect of media components and clonal type on the rooting of hybrid eucalyptus cuttings.
(Makerere University., 2019-08)Several forest companies and tree growers in Uganda produce planting stock for hybrid clones of Eucalyptus to feed the growing market. Although nursery operators use different media components and claim that some produce ... -
Effect of phosphate mining on food security and soil nutrient status in Osukuru-Rubongi Mining area, Tororo District.
(Makerere University., 2019-08)The study was conducted in Osia parish, Rubongi sub-county-Tororo District where phosphate mining site is situated though the processing plant lies in Osukuru parish of Osukuru sub-county. The main objective of the study ... -
Effect of temperature variation on glaciers and tourism on the Rwenzori Mountain Range
(Makerere University, 2019-08)The study was done to assess the effect of temperature variation on glaciers on the Rwenzori Mountain range, the data for the research was collected through downloading available data on the temperatures data in different ... -
Effect of thermal shock on the grate of charcoal cook stoves from selected materials mixed in different ratios
(Makerere University, 2019-08)The purpose of this work was to determine the effect of thermal shock on the grate of charcoal cook stoves made from clay soil, Red soil and Anthill soil mixed with shell rock in different ratios. It involved testing the ... -
Effect of water source on efficacy of glyphosate in weed control in Lwampanga sub-county, Nakasongola district
(Makerere University, 2019-08)The study of the quality of water used in the spray tanks is important because it can affect herbicide efficacy. Thus, this study was aimed at contributing to effective weed control in farmers’ fields through elucidating ... -
Effects of land management practices on soil macro fauna abundance and diversity
(Makerere University, 2019-08)A field experiment was conducted at Makerere University Agricultural Research Institute Kabanyolo (MUARIK) situated in North Kyadondo Constituency, Wakiso district, central Uganda to evaluate the effect of land management ... -
An evaluation of extreme rainfall variability over Uganda using Persiann-CDR
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Extreme rainfall (>10mm/day) has incontestable effects on socio-economic activities and the livelihood of the citizens of Uganda. Therefore timely, reliable prediction and dissemination of information on extreme rainfall ... -
Examining the adaptation measures to climate change and variability practiced by Livestock farmers in Kashozi Sub-County, Sheema District.
(ASAASIRA CALEB, 2019-08)This study examined the adaptation measures employed by livestock farmers in response to climate change and variability in Kashozi Sub County, Sheema district. The study intended to capture seasonal variations in rainfall ...