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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 ...
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. ...
Adoption and profitability of upland rice production in Busakira Sub-County Mayuge District
(Makerere University, 2019-01-07)
The purpose of the study was to analyze the level of adoption and profitability of upland rice
production, Busakira sub-county Mayuge district. The study was based on level of adoption and
profitability of upland rice ...
Design, construction and testing of an improved solar powered evaporative cooling system
(Makerere University, 2019-08-23)
A solar powered evaporative cooler of 0.216 m3 capacity was designed, constructed and tested with the objective to increase the shelf life of stored vegetables and fruits. The evaporative cooler was tested and assessed ...
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 ...
Susceptibility of Eucalyptus grandis and selected E. Grandis x E. Urophylla and E. Grandis x E. Camaldulensis hybrid clones to termite damage
(Makerere University, 2019-07)
The growing of Eucalyptus hybrids has potential to reduce deforestation by lowering demand for other high-value tree species. However, tree growers and users have faced a challenge of making good choices of planting material ...
A comparison of resin yield of pinus oocarpa and pinus caribaea at global woods kikonda, kyankwazi district
(Makerere University, 2019-07)
The main objective of the study was to determine the relationship between pine species and amount of resin produced. Two plots were established in compartment C02 at Kikonda forest reserve. 40 trees were tapped for resin ...
Improvement of timber recovery from Pine sawlogs using a band sawmill
(Makerere University, 2019-06)
The overall objective of the study was to investigate how batch log processing based on a recovery optimizing criterion could be used to improve recovery of band sawmills. Cutting patterns were developed to provide a support ...
Molecular characterization of species associated with Teratosphaeria canker of Eucalyptus hybrid clones in Matugga, Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2019-08-05)
The dwindling natural forest cover and the corresponding wood shortage in Uganda have necessitated investment in plantation forestry in which Eucalyptus hybrid clones are an important component. Successful establishment ...
Assessment of soil erosion hotspots and the control technologies in Sisiyi Subcounty, Bulambuli District, Mountain Elgon
(Makerere University, 2019-07)
Soil erosion is responsible for reduced productivity of both upstream and downstream soils through the processes of dislodging and deposition. This study aimed at assessing the soil erosion risk areas within Sisiyi Sub ...