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Effect of vermicomposting and Magcomposting on the nutrient composition of poultry manure
(Makerere University, 2019-11)
Soil infertility is on an increase with in Uganda and the entire African region thus leading to an inversely proportional agricultural production to the population growth. Due to high poverty levels especially among the ...
The cost burden of bacterial wilt disease in Tomato production in Central and Western Uganda
(Makerere University., 2019-10)
Tomatoes are a source of income and food security for small-landholder farmers across Uganda. They provide a wide range of health benefits to the body and its production has increased the livelihood of rural farmers. ...
Effects of training on employee performance at Igongo Cultural Centre and Country Hotel, Mbarara
(Makerere University, 2019-09)
The study was carried out at Igongo Cultural Centre & Country Hotel a leading recreational complex comprising one of the best museums in Uganda, Eriijukiro (the museum of South Western Uganda), a traditional restaurant, ...
Profitability of Arabica coffee production in Uganda: the case of Zesui sub county Sironko district.
(Makerere University, 2019-10)
The study was carried out to examine the profitability performance of coffee production in Uganda, in Zesui sub county Sironko district. It was to characterize the coffee farmers according to the selected socio economic ...
Tomato output by youths in Busukuma Sub county, Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2019-10)
This study sought to establish tomato output by youths in Busukuma Sub county, Wakiso District, Uganda. It was guided by the following objectives: To characterize youth tomato growers, establish the output of tomatoes among ...
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 ...
Assessing willingness to pay for improved Narocass 2 cassava variety in Busukuma sub-county, Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2019-10)
Cassava is an important root crop from local consumption to industrial uses. Despite its importance, cassava production is affected by many biotic to abiotic constraints, which have reduced yield, despite an increased area ...
Factors affecting the promotion of local festivals for tourism in Uganda: A case study of Kampala Capital City.
(Makerere University., 2019-10)
In Uganda particularly in Kampala, there are different festivities that take place which attract very many travelers who gather for entertainment purposes as well as leisure satisfaction. However, these festivals are not ...
Socio-institutional factors affecting farmers in sunflower production: a case of Nwoya district, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-10)
Sunflower is one of the new crops in Uganda that highly contributes to farmer’s food and income. It is one of the biggest sources of fats, protein, carbohydrates and vitamins for human consumption. The crop is also the ...
Local peoples’ perceptions on priority tree species for charcoal production in Kakooge Sub-County in Nakasongola District.
(Makerere University., 2019-08)
This research dealt with the local people`s perception on priority tree species for charcoal production. Charcoal production is carried out as supplementary activity (37%).
The objectives of the study were to assess the ...