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Selected quality attributes and consumer’s perception towards use of timber from Pinus caribaea thinnings
(Makerere University, 2019-07-16)
Timber from Pinus caribeaea second thinnings is increasingly being used for various timber applications regardless of the limited information about its quality properties. This study thus aimed at assessing the selected ...
Screening of selected Soybean genotypes for resistance to the Adzuki bean bruchids (Callosobruchus chinensis L.)
(Makerere University, 2019-08)
Soybean as a legume is important for nutritional benefits (high protein and oil content), animal feed and soil fertility improvement. Despite its importance, it is constrained by storage pests such as bruchids for example ...
Examining observed and projected patterns in seasonal rainfall extremes in Uganda: a case study of the greater Masaka region
(Makerere University, 2019-06-27)
Greater Masaka is a vast area located with the cattle corridor regions of Uganda. The region is very susceptible to changes in the rainfall patterns as this affects the nature of economic activities that are carried out ...
On-farm tree growing for meeting household needs: A case study of Kashare Sub County Mbarara District
(Makerere University, 2019-05)
A survey was conducted in Kashare Sub County, Mbarara District in December 2018 to assess the different on-farm tree growing practices, document the on-farm trees cultivated by farmers by species and age. The objectives ...
Agroforestry Practices and Community Livelihoods in Koro Sub County Omoro District
(Makerere University, 2019-08-05)
In Koro sub county agroforestry practices of agrisilvicultural, silvopastoral and apiculture are
agroforestry practices that are practiced by the farmers is a promising alternative and is
considers as one of the few ...
Land Suitability Assessment for Sugarcane Cultivation using a GIS-Based Multi-criteria Approach
(Makerere University, 2019-08-13)
In 2010, the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) carried out a survey for the crops grown in the different parts of Uganda and mapped out the crops in each agricultural production zone. However, ...
Evaluating the efficacy of ash source and ash particle size in controlling infestation of bean bruchids (AcanthoscelidesObtectus) in stored beans (Phaseolus Vulgaris)
(2019-08-13)
Ash is one of the indigenous products used for bruchid management among the subsistence farmers however, knowledge gap still exists on how to optimize the benefit of ash as a protectant of stored grain legumes, ...
Assessment of Plastic Waste Management in Ibanda Municipality, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-08-28)
Assessment of March-May Rainfall Characteristics and Effect on the Stream Flow Of River Kafu in Masindi District Catchment, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-06-07)
Kafu River catchment is vulnerable to changing climate because it relies heavily on rainfall. The study main objective was to assess the patterns in MAM rainfall and effects on the stream flow of River Kafu in Masindi ...
Assessment of Tourist Satisfaction with Service Delivery at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
(Makerere University, 2019-08-16)
ABSTRACT
This study assessed the tourist satisfaction with service delivery in Bwindi Impenetrable National park. This study was guided by the following objectives; to assess tourist satisfaction and service delivery ...