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Patterns of infestation by invasive parasitic plants of the genus Cuscuta in selected districts of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-03)
Invasive parasitic plants of the genus Cuscuta threaten plant ecosystems, due to their rapid spread and attack on various host plant species. The parasites attach to the host and deprive it of water and nutrients from the ...
Assessment of fruit fly pest and anthracnose disease of mangoes in Koboko District
(Makerere University, 2021-10)
The study was conducted in six sub-counties of Koboko district on the new mango agro- enterprise with keen focus on farmers’ knowledge and perceptions on fruit fly pest and
anthracnose disease control and agronomic ...
Assessing the role of biomass dependence on climate change. A case study of fuel wood production in Nabisweera Sub-county
(Makerere University, 2021-02-08)
Over dependence on wood fuel (charcoal and firewood) biomass is thought to be one of the causes
of climate change in Uganda. This study revealed outcomes relating to the role of biomass
dependence on climate change in ...
Comparing the effectiveness of constructed wetlands with municipal wastewater treatment plant.
(Makerere University, 2021-05-10)
Landfills are the commonest method of final waste disposal for municipal waste in many countries (Kamaruddin et al., 2017). The popularity of landfilling amongst countries, poor, developing and developed alike, can be ...