Browsing School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS) Collection by Issue Date "2021-04"
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Assessing profitability of maize enterprise in Bulongo Subcounty, Luuka district
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Maize is one of the major crops grown in Uganda mainly for consumption and the surplus is sold. Maize is an important source of income to farmers in Luuka district. However it is not known whether farmers really benefit ... -
Assessing the post-harvest losses among smallholder rice farmers in Kiziranfumbi sub-county, Kikuube district
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Rice (Oryza Sativa) is one of the emerging crops in Uganda that plays an important role both as a food and cash crop. Many farmers in Kikuube district participate in rice growing. However, less has been documented on ... -
Assessment of the causes and implications of post-harvest handling losses of rice in Namutumba district
(Makerere University, 2021-04)The major purpose of the study was to assess the causes and implications of post harvest handling losses of rice in Namutumba district. The specific objectives of the study were: to characterize rice farmers in Namutumba ... -
Assessment of the market performance of cassava along the value chain in Teso Region
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Cassava is one of the most important food crops in Teso. It is traditionally utilized in many processed forms, the most common being chips and flour. Besides being a food crop, cassava is attracting more attention as a ... -
Characterization of land uses and Soilphysico-chemical properties in farmer’s categorized fields in Kamuganguzi subcounty,Kabale district, south-western Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2021-04)There is limited understanding about integrated soil fertility management (ISFM) and soil and water conservation practices among small holder farmers in Uganda. The smaller holder farmers have resolved on using local ... -
Comparative economic analysis of primary coffee processing methods used by farmers in Rukungiri district
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Uganda is adopting a strategy to increase coffee production through providing free seedlings to farmers. The country projects its production to reach 20 million bags annually. Earnings from higher production can be increased ... -
Comparison of chemical properties of rice husks Biochar, Bio-slurry and piggery manure to determine quality organic waste
(Makerere University, 2021-04)This study was conducted to compare the chemical properties of rice husks biochar, cattle manure bio-slurry and pig manure to determine quality manure. The wastes were collected from Uganda Nile Breweries in Port Bell ... -
Consumer Demand and preferences of Pineapple Juice in Markets of Kampala City: A Case of Kalerwe and Nakawa Markets.
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit with exceptional juiciness, vibrant tropical flavors and immense health benefits. Most countries produce the fruit primarily for fresh fruit markets and the processing ... -
The contribution of local chicken enterprise to agricultural livelihoods in Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Local Chicken farming is an important enterprise in improving socio-economic conditions and livelihoods of rural households in Uganda. However there is little information on the status contribution of local chicken ... -
Determinants of adoption of maize post-harvest handling technologies among smallholder farmers: a case of Kibaale district
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Maize is a major staple crop produced and consumed by the majority population in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Uganda being part of SSA, has been ranked 19th top maize producing county in the world and the second in East Africa. ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Effect of inoculation levels of 5-day old black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens) on growth performance and substrate characteristics.
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Whereas Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) use the rearing substrate as feed, the substrate also doubles as its living environment. However this living environment is affected by substrate depth, larvae stocking densities, ... -
The effect of pricing on the consumption of maize grain in Uganda: a case of Masindi
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The effect of the Kinyara out growers scheme on household food security.
(Makerere University, 2021-04)The overall purpose of this study is analyzing the effect of Kinyara out-grower scheme on household food security. Specifically, the study aimed at determining the level of food insecurity among sugarcane growers in ... -
Effects of bio-digestion on the quality of cattle bio-slurry and yield of radish on a Ferralsol in central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Amending Uganda’s poor soils with fertillisers is a necessity to improve crop production. Nevertheless, to attain high yields, one has to use the right rate and type of ferilisers to meet the crop nutrients because too ... -
The factors affecting women participation in milk production and marketing in the selected districts
(Makerere University, 2021-04)This study assessed the factors affecting women participation in milk production and marketing in selected districtsin Uganda. A sample of 200 milk farmers of the total population participated in the survey. Women participation ... -
Factors that influence pig production: a case of Mukono district
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Uganda is currently among the largest pork consumers in sub-Saharan Africa with per capita pork consumption of 3.4kg per person per year, this could be due to increasing population coupled with increasing welfare and the ... -
Gender differences in access to credit by small and medium enterprises in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)The study analyzed how the gender of business owner influences the ability of SMEs to access credit from financial institutions in Uganda. The study analyzed three specific objectives, including (i) to characterize the ... -
Gender differences in risk perceptions and management strategies among small scale holder farmers “A case of Butambala County"
(Makerere University, 2021-04)This study analyzed the gender differences in risk perception and management strategies of small-scale holder farmers. Primary data was collected from 80 respondents through a structured questionnaire in four sub-counties ...