Browsing School of Forestry, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (SFEGS) by Subject "Retention"
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Effect of treatment time on creosote penetration and retention in eucalyptus tree species transmission poles
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Utility poles from different materials ranging from wood, metal and concrete have been widely used in the transmission and distribution of electricity for decades. The commonly used poles in Uganda are from Eucalyptus ... -
Participation of smallholder farmers to on-farm tree planting and retention in Buyende Sub-County, Buyende district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-10-13)Despite the various benefits that smallholder farmers derive from trees on-farm, it is not understood why they do not engage in rapid tree retention and planting. Instead, tree cover loss, remains increasing and more ... -
Penetration and Retention of CCA Preservative in Eucalyptus grandis, and Eucalyptus clones Gu7 and Gc550
(Makerere University, 2019-11-05)Wood preservation is essential especially in wood that is to be subjected to outdoor use. Furthermore, utility poles must be chemically treated to enhance their service life as they are known to be subject to decay and ...