Browsing School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS) Collection by Subject "Post-harvest losses"
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Assessing the maize post-harvest losses in Goma sub-county
(Makerere University, 2021)This study aimed at assessing maize post-harvest losses in Goma sub-county. Onaverage,farmersproduce15.2bagsperseasonwithaveragelossesof1.1 bags.82.5% ofthefarmersharvestedtheirmaizeontime, 72.5%reported that they ... -
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 ... -
Assessing the post-harvest losses in maize production in Madudu sub-county, Mubende district
(Makerere University, 2021)Introduction Uganda‟s small-scale farmers have traditionally cultivated maize for food and for income generation. It forms an important part of the farming system, particularly in Eastern Uganda. However, average yields ... -
Economic estimation of post-harvest losses among tomato traders in Kampala district
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Effectiveness of wood ash in extending the shelf life of fresh tomatoes
(Makerere University, 2019-07)In Uganda, tomato is the most widely grown vegetable crop and is popular among all communities. Income from tomatoes is mainly constrained by post-harvest losses. Some farmers in Teso region keep their tomatoes in ash. ... -
Enhancement of post-harvest shelf-life of mango using ginger and aloevera extracts.
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Post-harvest losses pose a significant challenge to global mango production, contributing to substantial economic losses and reduced availability of this vital tropical fruit. This study investigates the potential of plant ... -
The impact of adoption of post-harvest handling technologies on maize products post-harvest losses in Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2021)Ugandan maize processors and farmers have been involved in maize production for both commercial and consumption purposes. Maize production thus forms an essential portion of the maize production system. This leads to the ... -
Profitability and post harvest losses associated with the Marketing of fresh beans in major markets in Kampala.
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Sustainable extraction and characterization of avocado oil pigments from different varieties grown in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01)A few varieties are grown commercially in most districts of Uganda, some large and others small. Local demand is high and there is potential for increased production. Opportunities exist in commercial production of the ...