Browsing School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS) Collection by Type
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Determinants of farmers’ decision to process milk among dairy farmers in Mbarara district Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10-02)Milk is one of the most produced agricultural products worldwide. Milk production in Uganda has increased from 1.93 billion liters in 2014 to 2.5 billion liters in 2018 with South West milk shed contributing the highest ... -
Determinants of maize crop yield in Kagadi district in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)The main objective of this study is to analyze the determinants of maize yield in Uganda, focusing on Kagadi district. The specific objectives were: To describe the socio-economic characteristics of the maize producers in ... -
Determinants of maize productivity among smallholder farmers in Lira District
(Makerere University, 2023-10)In Africa, maize is one of the key agricultural goods that has significantly reduced hunger and poverty. Maize is one of the staple foods on which many families in Uganda rely on for both food and income. There's a growing ... -
Determinants of post harvest economic losses of pineapples among farmers in Nazigo sub county Kayunga district
(Makerere university, 2022-12-22)The study investigates the causes and economic effect of post harvested losses among the pineapple farmers in Kayunga District. The aim of the study is to identify causes of losses among pineapple farmers. The study looks ... -
Determinants of profit levels attained by banana farmers in Kyeizooba sub-county in Bushenyi district
(Makere University, 2018-11-20)The study assessed determinants of profitability attained by farmers in Kyeizooba Sub county in Bushenyi District, was carried out in the three parishes that is Rutooma, Kitwe and Kararo in Kyeizooba Sub county Bushenyi ... -
Determinants of profitability of small scale banana production in Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2022-05-18)In Uganda, highland Bananas are considered as the finest fruits and the most important in terms Wakiso District include farmers years of experience, size of land owned by an individual farmer Banana production in Wakiso ... -
Determinants of Watermelon Production across Small Scale Farmers in Kityerera Sub-County, Mayuge District
(Makerere University, 2019)This study was carried out to examine the determinants of watermelon production across small scale farmers in Kityerera sub county, Mayuge district with the objectives being to establish the social and demographic ... -
Determinants of watermelon production across small scale farmers in Kityerera Sub-County, Mayuge District.
(Makerere University., 2019-10)This study was carried out to examine the determinants of watermelon production across small scale farmers in Kityererasub county, Mayugedistrict with the objectives being toestablish the social ... -
Determinants of women's participation in coffee production and marketing in Mubende District.
(Makerere University, 2023-07-24)The study sought to examine determinants of women’s participation in coffee production and marketing in Mubende District, Uganda. The study specific objectives were; to examine the roles women, play in coffee production ... -
Determination of the effect of shelf life enhancers on the physio-chemical properties of fresh avocado fruits
(Makerere University, 2022-04)Waxing and calcium carbonate are among the improved post-harvest treatments currently available on market. Others include; Pre-packaging, Packaging, Cold chain Storage, Hot water, Low-density polyethylene and Corn starch ... -
Determination of the quality of pawpaw juice produced at different ripening stages
(Makerere University, 2022-04-28)The study compared the chemical and nutritional composition of pawpaw juice produced at four different ripening stages for two varieties (sunrise and red royale) with an aim of advising consumers and the biological world ... -
Development of a nutrient enriched biochar with the anaerobic liquid digestate from chicken manure and jack fruit waste
(Makerere University, 2022-04-04)Nutrient recovery from digestates through adsorption can be achieved by using biochar to concentrate essential nutrients (nitrogen phosphorus and potassium), thereby producing nutrient-enriched biochar. This study focused ... -
Development of a protocol for production of compact and vigorous seedlings using true potato seed (TPS)
(Makerere University, 2019-11-08)Potato production is conducted either by transplanting seedlings raised in nursery beds from true potato seed (TPS) or planting seedling tubers produced in the previous season. The farmers may opt for either of the methods ... -
Distribution and density of termite mounds across the dominant land uses in Kahyoro village, Kibaale district, western Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2022)Land use has a significant impact on the termite activity which is measured by the distribution and density of termite mounds in a given landscape. However, these land uses affect the distribution and density of termite ... -
Dodder occurrence and management using vinegar-based solutions at Makerere University.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-24)Dodder (Cuscuta spp.), a notorious parasitic plant, has become a significant threat to ornamental plants majorly golden dewdrop in Uganda. The weed's parasitic activity disrupts the aesthetic appeal, growth, and functionality ... -
Drivers for Organic Fertilizers Adoption by Maize Farmers, Nambale Subcounty, Iganga District.
(Makerere University, 2021-04)This study aimed at contributing to increase in maize production and yields by maize producers in Iganga district, conducted in Nambaale sub county. The objectives of this study were to characterize maize producers by ... -
Drivers of honey production and its effects on rural livelihoods in Odravu sub country, Yumbe district
(Makerere University, 2019-07)The study identified the key drivers of honey production and its effects on rural livelihoods in Odravu sub country, Yumbe district with the specific objectives of establishing the economic benefits accruing from honey ... -
DRIVERS OF HONEY PRODUCTION AND ITS EFFECTS ON RURAL LIVELIHOODS IN ODRAVU SUB COUNTRY, YUMBE DISTRICT
(ABUJERE MUBARIK, 2019-11-19)ABSTRACT The study identified the key drivers of honey production and its effects on rural livelihoods in Odravu sub country, Yumbe district with the specific objectives of establishing the economic benefits accruing ... -
Drivers of maize area expansion in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12)The increase in maize production in Uganda has majorly been as a result of increase in area expansion rather than yield improvement. The study aimed at finding out the drivers of maize area expansion in Uganda. Specific ...