Browsing College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) by Subject "Irrigation"
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Assessing Irrigation Suitability of Pastures in Nakasongola District Using GIS and Remote Sensing
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Forage is responsible for over 80% of dairy farming production costs. Nakasongola District faces adverse effects of the dry spell on the forage varieties, there is about a 27% reduction of milk produced of which one of the ... -
Design, fabrication and performance assessment of the spiral water wheel pump for irrigation
(Makerere University, 2023)Due to resource depletion, the world today is using energy more efficiently, and extensive research is being done on sustainable energy. The Spiral water wheel pumps use river flow kinetic energy, a renewable energy source, ... -
Evaluation of above ground biomass production of maize at different levels of irrigation
(Makerere University, 2019-08-16)Improper water allocation is still a challenge of irrigated agriculture. Excess or little application of water affects crop yields which in turn affect crop productivity. This study was conducted to evaluate the effect ... -
Extractable phosphorous accumulation due to fertilization in the irrigated and rainfed maize fields
(Makerere University, 2023-01-06)Phosphorous remains one of the most essential nutrients required for optimum maize production. Its importance as a nutrient is mainly for proper establishment of plant roots. Farmers are using P fertilizers in various maize ... -
Hydrological modelling of river Manafwa basin for irrigated agricultural development
(2015-11)Agricultural production is carried out in most parts of Uganda for both domestic and commercial purposes. In most regions of Uganda, the population depends on this rain fed agricultural production throughout the year. The ... -
Tomato yield response to application of poultry manure types with irrigation on a low fertility ferralsol
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is one of the most produced, popular, and nutritious crops worldwide. In Uganda, its productivity is affected by poor soil fertility and moisture limitations. A randomized complete block design ...