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Linkage between food safety and food security in different households in Katukura village, Kabale District
(Makerere University, 2022-03)
A dual relationship exists between food security and food safety. This is because when food is unsafe, it is insecure as the availability, utilization in the body, stability and affordability is all hampered with. The ...
Analysis of the implications of disasters on food security in, Bududa district on the slopes of Mt. Elgon
(Makerere University, 2022-04-08)
In Uganda, the rate of disaster increases and food security decline is alarming yet food is known
to play an important role in the livelihoods of many people in the country. This survey conducted
from Bududa district in ...
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 ...
Effects of sugarcane farming on household food insecurity in Namwiwa sub-county Kaliro district
(Makerere University, 2022-11-22)
The study was conducted to assess the effects of sugarcane farming on food insecurity on the people of Namwiwa sub-county, Kaliro district. Data was collected using questionnaires and field observations. The results show ...
Contributions of Agroforestry to household livelihood improvement in Mitooma sub-county, Mitooma district
(Makerere University, 2022-12)
While agroforestry practices are associated with many benefits that provide livelihoods to many
households, there is limited understanding of the contribution of agroforestry practices towards
household livelihood ...
Nantaba, V. Prevalence and factors associated with food insecurity among HIV positive adults attending art clinic at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-10-31)
Introduction
The relationship between food insecurity and HIV/AIDS creates a vicious cycle through
nutritional, mental health and behavioral pathways. Food insecurity therefore can contribute to
and result from the ...
Testing the performance of a twenty-five litre capacity fruit pulper
(Makerere University, 2022-11)
The loss of fresh fruits after harvesting is not new since it has constantly been a challenge for humankind. The growing population in developing countries, where food shortages exist, require serious food security measures ...
Factors affecting household nutrition and food security among children below 5 years in rhino camp refugee settlement, Arua district
(Makerere University, 2022-04-09)
Malnutrition is one of the most rampant health problems throughout the world especially in developing countries. It has drastic and undesirable effects on the mental and physical health of children.
Food security also ...