Browsing School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS) by Subject "Central Uganda"
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Characterising local and improved varieties of okra for agronomic performance in central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)n Uganda, okra production has largely been based on landraces but the productivity of these landraces is poor, making the crop less profitable for farmers. In the recent past however, improved okra varieties have been ... -
The choice of maize seed variety by farmers in central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-07-28)The study evaluated factors influencing choice of maize seed variety. The purpose was to look at social economic characteristics of maize farmers, different maize seed variety adopted by farmers, desirable perceived factors ... -
Effects of long term organic banana monoculture on the soil physico-chemical properties of a luvisol in central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-04-05)Previous studies have attributed the decline in banana production in Uganda to low soil fertility status. This trend is usually influenced by the farmers’ management practices. Most banana production in Uganda is under ... -
Efficacy of novel pesticides in the management of common tomato insect pests in central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01-19)Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.) is one of the most important and highly consumed vegetables in Uganda but the production is highly impeded by common pests. These pests are efficiently controlled by the use of ... -
Estimation of above ground biomass of eucalyptus trees in Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-20)Eucalyptus plantations are considered to be a short term and cost-efficient alternative for carbon sequestration given the rising atmospheric CO2 concentrations and global climate. The trees act as major CO2 sink which ... -
Status of selected indicators of soil fertility in different agricultural land use types in central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021)Inappropriate agricultural land use and management, characterized by low input and continuous cultivation, has resulted in decline in soil fertility particularly in central Uganda. The trend is likely to worsen unless ...