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The effect of split application of NPK on angular leaf spot disease severity and grain yield of common beans
(Makerere University, 2022-04)
Common beans are one of the most important cash crops as well as a staple food for the majority of farmers and consumers. In Uganda, bean production is constrained by biotic and abiotic factors, among the biotic factors ...
Factors affecting profitability of poultry layer production in Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2022-04)
The study looked at factors affecting profitability of poultry layer production. The profit margins of a poultry layer farm were regressed on different variables that determine the production. Since cost of feeds contribute ...
Assessing Gendered Impacts of a Changing Climate on Pineapple Farmers in Kayunga District
(Makerere University, 2022-04)
Pineapple (Ananascomosus) is among the important horticultural crops in Uganda grown in the central, east and western parts of the country. However, pineapple production fluctuates with changes in weather conditions, given ...
Adoption of agroforestry practices for food security and improved livelihoods: case study of Nangabo Sub County, Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2022-01)
This study assessed the adoption of agroforestry practices for food security and improved livelihoods in Nangabo sub county Wakiso District. The study examined and documented the agroforestry tree species and agricultural ...
The implication of agricultural mechanization on rice production in Pabbo, Amuru District
(Makerere University, 2022-05)
Rice production in Uganda has been increasing in recent years and Pabbo, Amuru district has been highly known for its potential of producing rice in the Northern Region. However, many of the farmers producing rice still ...
Factors affecting the choice of financial intermediaries among farmers in Lira City
(Makerere University, 2022-04)
The study sought to examine the factors affecting the choice of financial intermediaries in Lira City. The study focused specifically on available financial intermediaries and their user, factors that affect the choice of ...
Assessment of awareness and uptake of ecosystem-based adaptation practices among crop cultivators of Bujenje county, Masindi district
(Makerere University, 2022-11-22)
This study assessed awareness and uptake of ecosystem-based adaptation practices among crop cultivators of Bujenje County. The study specifically i) evaluated existing ecosystem-based adaptation practices; ii) assessed the ...