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Development of dietary fiber powder supplement from pineapple wastes (Ananas comosus merr).
(Makerere University, 2021-02-08)
The objective of the study was to develop a dietary fiber powder supplement from smooth
Cayenne pineapple residual waste for use in food formulations to enhance fiber consumption in
the diet. This helps reduce the gap ...
Use of extrusion technology in instantizing a porridge flour formulation
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Production of instant flours provides a way to meet consumer demands for convenience porridge that require minimal preparation time. In addition, instant flours are energy saving, since they require low heat energy usage ...
An assessment of rainfall characteristics surrounding flood occurrences in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
Floods are one of the most devastating and recurring natural hazards threatening the lives and
properties of communities in Uganda. Flood occurrences have increased over parts of Uganda
and are attributed to climate ...
Assessment of plastic waste management in the reverse logistics network of Kampala District: a case study of Kawempe division
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Globally plastic production is 300 tons per year. This makes it 9.1 billion tons of plastics yet only 9% of has been recycled, 3 to 8 million tons of plastics are dumped into water bodies per year. This is because reverse ...
IYCF practices of adolescent mothers and nutritional status of their children aged 6-23 months in Iganga District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
IYCF practices among children determine their nutritional status. It is important to practice the recommended feeding practices to prevent malnutrition and improve survival of children. The aim of this study was to identify ...
An assessment of rainfall variability and its impacts on crop farmers in Kiboga district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
The study was conducted in Kiboga district and the main objective was to assess rainfall
variability and its impacts on crop farmers. The study analyzed historical rainfall trends from
1988 to 2018 as well as how crop ...
Water quality monitoring of Lake Victoria using GIS and Satellite Imagery
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Water is world’s most valuable asset. In Uganda, the biggest natural water resource is Lake Victoria. It serves different purposes such as fishing, navigation, eco-conservation and supply of fresh water for various purposes ...
Effect of cold treatment for false codling moth [(Thaumatotobia leucotreta) (Lepidoptera: tortricida)] larvae infesting capsicum
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Occurrence of false codling moth (Thaumatotobia leucotreta) in export capsicum from Uganda
has resulted into horticultural export companies being banned from export. A number of control
measures are effective in control ...
Effect of Moisture Stress on the Growth Characteristics and Yield Performance of Inbred Maize Lines
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Drought is one on the major factors constraining maize production. Most African maize varieties are susceptible to drought, majority of farmers are poor and cannot afford irrigation systems in order to overcome the problem. ...
Assessing post-harvest losses among coffee small holder farmers in Namayumba Sub-county, Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
The study was carried out to analyse the post-harvest losses among coffee smaller holder coffee farmers in Namayumba sub county. The objectives were to explore the types and extent of losses of harvested coffee in Namayumba ...