Browsing School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS) by Subject "Soil physical properties"
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Assessment of the suitability of Kabanyolo soils for groundnut production
(Makerere University, 2021-04-05)The proper evaluation of the suitability of agricultural lands is critical to solving land use challenges in order to meet the growing food demands for an ever-increasing population. The study was aimed at elucidating ... -
Characterisation of soil physico-chemical properties under furrow irrigated maize in Mubuku 1 irrigation scheme.
(Makerere University, 2021-04-20)There are limited reports about the characterisation of soil physico-chemical properties under furrow irrigated maize (Zea mays L.) in Mubuku irrigation scheme. Irrigation practices have been observed to impact scheme soil ... -
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 ... -
Effect of Land Use Intensification on Water-Related and other Soil Physical Properties in Asinge Village, Tororo District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01)There have been several land uses and management practices in the field of agriculture that have altered and led to the degradation of water related soil physical properties which has in turn largely affected food production ... -
Effects of open dumping on soil physio-chemical properties
(Makerere University, 2021)One of the most serious environmental problems in urban and rural areas is the huge generation of municipal solid wastes due to the increasing global population and improvement in the standard of living of people. Many ... -
Impacts of soybean monoculture on soil physical and chemical properties
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Monoculture is a common farming practice in most farming households that causes undesirable effects on the quality of soil. Legumes as a crop species are being used for soil productivity improvement, given the fact that ...