Browsing School of Forestry, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (SFEGS) Collection by Subject "Smallholder farmers"
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Analysing the implications of rainfall variability on food security: a case study on small holder farmers in Ntungamo District South Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10)In many developing countries, rural livelihoods -agriculture is important for poverty alleviation and food security (Funge‐Smith & Bennett, 2019). However, as global temperatures continue to rise due to climate change, ... -
Assessing the effect of rainfall variability on the choice of adaptation options used by smallholder farmers in Serere District
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Assessing the impact of rainfall variability on small holder farmers in Buikwe district
(Makerere University, 2023-01-15)Climate variability has posed as one of the biggest challenges affecting the globe today especially due to its adverse effects on Agricultural productivity. The over reliance on climate variables such as rainfall, temperature, ... -
Awareness needs for climate change adaptation among smallholder farmers in Rubirizi district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The process of climate change adaptation planning and implementation is hindered by lack of awareness of effective impact responses options among smallholder farmers. Moreover, their awareness needs are not well understood ... -
Climate change perception and adaptation among farmers in Buhimba Sub-County
(Makerere University, 2022-02)The purpose of this study was to assess the perception of local small-scale farmers about climate change perception and how they have adapted to it. The study objectives were; 1) to identify perception to climate change, ... -
The contribution of non-governmental organisations (NGO) in promoting Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) among smallholder farmers: A case study of Northern Uganda Resielence Initiative (NURI) in Nebbi District.
(Makerere University, 2023-09)Climate change poses a significant threat to agricultural productivity, particularly for smallholder farmers in Northern Uganda. This study investigates the role of Civil Society Organizations, Specifically the Northern ... -
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 ...