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The effect of rainfall and temperature variations on honey production in Nakasongola.
(Makerere University, 2022-03-03)
Honey production is a very important seasonal activity for developing countries like Uganda
especially for low income groups to alleviate them from poverty. The study’s main objective
was to determine the relationship ...
The effect of potassium application on specific leaf area of East African highland bananas
(Makerere University, 2022-03-29)
Bananas (Musa spp) is among the most important food crops in Uganda. Productivity is greatly
limited by drought stress and potassium, which also mitigates drought stress in East African
highland bananas. LINTUL-BANANA ...
Use of banana blossom to enhance the nutrient content of bean soup
(Makerere University, 2022-03)
The banana plant (Musa spp.) is widely grown in Uganda. Its fruit is a good source of carbohydrates and potassium. The other plant parts such as the shoot when fresh or dried are utilized for traditional, packaging and ...
Development of a Human - Centered Charcoal Dispensing Machine
(Makerere University, 2022-04-05)
Small and medium business entities that sell charcoal in Uganda handle it using bare hands. This compromises their personal hygiene and also poses health risks because of the continued inhalation of charcoal dust. Some ...
Impact of COVID19 pandemic on consumption of fruits and vegetables among adults aged 18-59 years, a case of Katwe Kinyoro, Makindye division, Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2022-04)
Background: Fruit and vegetables are an important component of a healthy diet and, if consumed daily in sufficient amounts, could help prevent major diseases such as cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and certain cancers. ...
Effects of food tenderizers on nutrient content and cooking time of naro bean 3 variety
(Makerere University, 2022-03-30)
Dry beans are the most commonly consumed type of legumes in Kampala because they stay for long and are nutritious. Dry beans are mostly faced with the problem of hard to cook phenomena hence require a lot of fuel and time ...
Efficacy of human-animal shared drinking water sources in Nakasongola district
(Makerere University, 2022-04-07)
Water quality refers to the chemical, physical and biological characteristics of water based on the
standards of its use. Its frequently used in reference to the set of the standards against its
compliance, generally ...
Assessing the relationship between the knowledge, attitudes, practices and nutrition status of adolescents at Kawolo General Hospital in Lugazi municipality, Buikwe district
(Makerere University, 2022-03)
Good nutrition is important in promoting health and is dependent on quality of food eaten. Food choices are determined by many factors among the most important being nutrition knowledge and attitude towards nutrition. This ...
Analyzing the temporal variability of rainfall and its influence on the water levels over the Lake Victoria basin
(Makerere University, 2022)
Understanding rainfall distribution is crucial for sustainable water resource management and
several economic activities. This study investigated the temporal trends of rainfall in the Lake
Victoria basin focusing on ...
Design, construction, and testing of a manual pineapple slicing machine for small scale fruit processors in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-04-07)
Pineapple is an important horticultural crop commonly grown in many tropical countries such as Uganda as a source of income. In a good production season, pineapples are preserved for off-season consumption by drying. Before ...