Browsing School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS) by Subject "Smallholder farmers"
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Analysis of a locative efficiency among small holder bean farmers in Uganda (UBOS data 2013/2014/15)
(Makerere University, 2023-09-12)The study looked at allocative efficiency of bens in Uganda. The study based on panel data 2014/2015.the objectives where estimating the production function of the beans, calculating the marginal value of the product, the ... -
Assessing the adaptive capacity of smallholder cropping systems to climate change in Kakooge Sub County, Nakasongola District
(Makerere University, 2019)Climate change will exacerbate challenges facing food security in Nakasongola. Increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events will further impact upon cropping systems. At the heart of the impending challenges ... -
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 profitability of soybean production among smallholder outgrower farmers in Wakiso.
(Makerere University, 2023-10-02)Soybean production is an important agricultural activity in Uganda, and it has gained increasing attention due to its potential to provide a source of protein for both human and animal consumption. Outgrower schemes have ... -
An assessment of factors affecting access to extension services by smallholder farmers in Kisoro District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10-02)Extension services contribute to increased agricultural productivity and profitability through increasing farmer’s knowledge about better agronomic techniques and skills to increase production. This study focused ... -
Assessment of factors affecting profitability of smallholder sugarcane farmers: a case of Butembe county, Jinja district.
(Makerere University, 2023-09-08)The purpose of the study was to assess the factors affecting profitability of smallholder sugarcane farmers, a case of Butembe county, Jinja district. This was achieved by the guidance of the following hypothesis, ... -
Assessment of maize-legume intercrop on the food security and household income of smallholder farmers in Mayuge district
(Makerere University, 2019)In most developing countries smallholder farmers practice cereal-legume intercrop to mitigate risks of crop failure. Maize being one of the most crucial and strategic cereal crops not only in Africa but as well in developed ... -
Assessment of technical efficiency in dairy farming among small scale holder farmers in Buhweju district
(Makerere University, 2021-04-08)Over the past two decades, the Ugandan dairy sector has exhibited remarkable technological development. This process of technology adoption has implied significant changes in dairy farming production system. The models ... -
Characterization of upland rice (Oryza sativa l.) growth and cultural practices in relation to biophysical factors among smallholder farmers in Namalemba sub county in Iganga district
(Makerere University, 2023-01-10)A rice (Oryza sativa L.) crop functions as a population of tillers produced at different times and possessing specific growth characteristics not as a homogeneous population of plants. The objective of this study was to ... -
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 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 ... -
Effect of adoption of tobacco growing on the profitability of small holder farmers: a case of Kijomoro sub-county Maracha district
(Makerere University, 2023-08)This research was about assessing the effect of adoption of tobacco growing on the welfare of small holder farmers, a case of Kijomoro sub-county, Maracha district. The research aimed at the socioeconomic and demographic ... -
The effect of Black Coffee Twig Borer infestation on the revenue of smallholder coffee farmers in Mubende district- Kalonga Sub-county.
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Page | iii ABSTRACT. Coffee is one of the most important crops grown and exported from Uganda. However, the coffee farming sector in Uganda has been threatened by a destructive pest (Black Coffee Twig Borer (BCTB)). ... -
Effect of extensive live pig production system on revenue generated by small holder piggery farmers in Bulindi Parish, Hoima District
(Makerere University, 2023-08)The pig sub-sector has recently gained prominence as a sector with potential to significantly improve the incomes of smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa. There are three systems of pig production namely the intensive, ... -
The effect of price on market participation and welfare among maize farming households in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-03)The study aimed at examining the effect of price on welfare maize farming households in Uganda. Specific objectives were to: characterize maize farmers based on market participation and welfare in, identify determinants ... -
The effect of watermelon production on smallholder farmers’ welfare in Pakanyi sub-county Masindi district
(Makerere University, 2022)The purpose of the study was to determine the effect of watermelon production on the welfare of the smallholder farmers in Pakanyi Subcounty in Masisndi District. The specific objectives of the study were, To determine ... -
Effects of post harvest handling technology on maize income among smallholder farmers in Nwoya district: a case of Anaka sub-county
(Makerere University, 2023-08-22)This descriptive cross-sectional survey investigated the relationship between Post-harvest handling technologies and maize farmers’ income in Nwoya district, Anaka sub-county. The survey had three objectives including: ... -
Factors affecting pineapple production:A case of smallholder farmers in Kayunga district
(Makerere University, 2022)Pineapple (Ananas cosmos) is a horticultural crop grown in Africa and Uganda in the central region of Mukono, Kayunga, Luwero, and Masaka. Pineapple is produced exclusively as a small-holder crop, either as a sole crop ... -
Factors affecting profitability of coffee among smallholder farmers in Karangura Sub County Kabarole District
(Makerere University, 2023)Agriculture is the main anchor of Uganda’s economy and profitability in this sector still remain vital for sustainable development of the economy. The study assessed the factors affecting profitability of smallholder coffee ... -
Factors influencing access to agricultural credit among smallholder farmers: a case of Mukono district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Uganda like many other developing countries is highly dependent on agriculture for income generation and job creation. Because the sector is mainly composed of smallholder farmers, lack of finance remains the leading ...