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The effect of Lantana camara on soil chemical properties and germination of maize seeds in Mawu Village, Makulubita Subcounty, Luweero District
(Makerere University, 2021-02-10)
This study was conducted to evaluate allelopathic effect of Lantana camara leaf powder on germination and growth behavior of maize and to evaluate the effect of lantana on soil chemical properties. The experimental design ...
Production and characterisation of the mango-blended tamarind concentrate
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
The pulp of tamarind (Tamarindus indica LINN) is rich in nutrients and health promoting
properties like antioxidants that can be a remedy to oxidative stress and aging, gastro-intestinal
complications plus other metabolic ...
Selected strength properties of traded Oxytenanthera abyssinica (A. Rich.) Munro and Yushania alpina (K. Schum.) W.C.Lin (1974) bamboo in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
Bamboo is a non-wood forest product that is characterized by low specific weight, good appearance, hardness and fast growth hence a renewable resource. There are two predominant species of bamboo which are also indigenous ...
The effect of mulching with nut grass and cover cropping with pumpkins on maize yields in Kadungu, Kamuli district
(Makerere University, 2021-02-11)
Maize as a stable cereal is very popular due to its food and income values to most of production systems of Uganda. However, the productivity of the crop is still below potential. Intercropping maize with cover crops such ...
Nutrition composition, Functional and Sensory properties of Oysternut grown in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
The Oysternut scientifically known as Telfairia Pedata is one of the plants grown in the different regions of Uganda with a potential of serving as a food and a medicine. But however, this plant and its seeds are underutilised ...
Analysing the relationship between wind patterns and rainfall received in Kampala district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
This study analyses effects of wind on the rainfall received within the spatial areas of Kampala. The wind speed in and rainfall received in Kampala does not vary too much and therefore the effect of wind in the rainfall ...
Agronomic traits and yield components of elite soybean varieties from MAKCSID and SEEDCO
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merrill) is among the most valuable crops worldwide due to its numerous uses in human food and animal feed. The agronomic traits and yield components of soybean could facilitate on the expansion ...
The social and eating characteristics of pork consumers in the urban areas of Uganda: a case study of Rubaga division, Kampala district.
(Makerere University, 2021)
Pork is one of the most consumed meats in Uganda. This study therefore shows the social and eating characteristics of pork consumers in the urban areas of Uganda, a case study of Rubaga division, Kampala district. The study ...
Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices regarding iron and Folic acid Supplementation among pregnant women attending Antenatal care clinics in Kira Municipality health centers
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Anemia remains a public health problem globally and most especially in developing countries. Iron and folic acid supplementation is recommended by the Ministry of Health, Uganda as a preventative measure against anemia ...
Effects of mothers/caretaker's Nutritional knowledge, attitudes and dietary practices on the dietary practices and Nutritional status of children ages 2-5years
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Good nutrition is important in promoting health among children and is dependent on quality of
food eaten. Children’s food choices are often determined by many factors among the most
important being a mothers/caretaker’s ...