School of Forestry, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (SFEGS) Collection: Recent submissions
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Assessing the local community perception and attitude towards circumcision practice as a cultural tourism product at Mutoto circumcision ground in Bugisu sub-region
(Makerere University, 2022)The study was carried out to assess the local community perception and attitude towards Imbalu able to planand take part in decision making regarding the development of Mutotocircumcision income for their goods, and ... -
Assessment of ecosystem based adaptation practices among crop farming communities in Rukiga district
(Makerere University, 2022-11-24)Climate change pose a significant risk to crop cultivating communities since they depend on rainfall for the growth of their crops. This makes Rukiga district to remain highly susceptible to food insecurity due to uncertainties ... -
The extent and drivers of deforestation: a case of Kagombe central forest reserve, Kibaale district
(Makerere University, 2022-11-24)The practice of deforestation is highly increasing in protected forests in Uganda. This is due to shortage of land for cultivation due to the ever-increasing population. This has resulted into the decline in the forest ... -
Assessment of the drivers of charcoal use in Hoima dristrict
(Makerere University, 2022-11-23)Man’s use of charcoal extends down from the ages of human history. Nowadays,charcoal supplies about 95% of the domestic and commercial cooking energy need in developing countries including Uganda. The study assessed the ... -
Assessment of the determinants and barriers to the implementation of ecosystem-based adaptation practices in crop farming communities of Kibaale district
(Makerere University, 2022-11-14)Crop farming communities in Kibaale district have been vulnerable to the effects of the changing climate and variability. This has resulted into increased losses and damages to crops leading to low crop production hence ... -
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 ... -
Utilization patterns of bamboo from Echuya central forest reserve, Kabale district south western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-01)The study on the utilization patterns of bamboo was carried out adjacent to Echuya Central Forest Reserve in Ikamiro Parish Muko Sub-County Rubanda District. The aim of the study was to examine the utilization patterns and ... -
Assessment of on farm trees and their contributions to household food security in Nyamweru sub-county, Rubanda district
(Makerere University, 2022-12)On farm trees refer to the integration of woody perennials in agricultural systems. It encompasses trees in animal husbandry, farmlands and trees on cultivated fields. Growing of trees with agricultural crops is a form ... -
Species diversity of anurans in collaboratively managed forest compartments of Budongo Central Forest Reserve
(Makerere University, 2022-11-17)Anuran species diversity was studied in Budongo Central Forest Reserve, located in western Uganda from June to July 2022. Sampling was done in four forest compartments: two (N2 and W23) under Collaborative Forest ... -
Basic density and selected mechanical properties of Eucalyptus grandis X camadulensis (GC 550) grown in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11)The limited information about Eucalyptus grandis × camaldulensis (GC 550) wood properties, yet there is its high demand of clones at the in most markets, this led to the study into its selected mechanical properties and ... -
Analysing the determinants and effectiveness of farmers adaptation strategies to rainfall variability in Kigorobya Subcounty, Hoima district
(Makerere University, 2022-11-23)Climate change characterized by rainfall variability is a major constraint to Uganda‟s agricultural sector. The threat can be reversed through adopting effective measures that aim at minimizing the impacts of rainfall ... -
Assessment of local community’s knowledge, perceptions and attitudes on community conservation programs around Lake Mburo National Park
(Makerere University, 2022-11-11)A few studies have explored Knowledge, attitude and perceptions of local communities regarding biodiversity conservation around national parks in Uganda. Yet to effectively engage communities and address both community and ... -
Assessing the level of preparedness of health facilities to landslide disasters in Bududa district
(Makerere University, 2022)Landslides have been a common occurrence in the Bududa district as a result of human activities and the nature of the landscape, affecting many people and resulting in several injuries and deaths. During landslides, nearby ... -
Effect of climate variability on the livelihoods of livestock farmers in Sembabule District
(Makerere University, 2022)Climate variability is a major threat facing humanity. The livestock stock production sector as a livelihood option is one key sector which will face the brunt of these variations in climatic conditions. Farmers respond ... -
Effects of the 2020 and 2021 lockdowns on air pollutants: A case study of PM2.5 in Kampala, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2022-05-16)This research aimed at assessing the effect of the traffic free conditions experienced during the 2020 and 2021 lockdowns on PM2.5 concentration levels in Kampala city, Uganda while factoring in meteorological influences. ... -
The challenges and opportunities of tree projects to increase on farm tree cover: the case study [of] Kyeizooba Sub County in Bushenyi District
(Makerere University, 2017-09-25)In order to address the problem of high rural poverty and food insecurity, government and international donors have funded on-farm plantation forestry projects as one of the tools for improving the welfare of rural ... -
Attitudes of local people towards wildlife conservation in Bugoma Forest Reserve in Hoima District
(Makerere University, 2020-06)This research dealt with the attitudes of the local people towards wildlife conservation in Bugoma Forest Reserve. The research was carried out with the objectives of finding out the perceived benefits, challenges local ... -
Socio-economic effects of cultural tourism on host communities in Entanda traditional hunting and cultural experience
(Makerere University, 2018-07)This study aimed at examining the effects of cultural tourism on the socio-economic development of host communities. The objectives of the study were to (i) assess the cultural tourism activities at Entanda (ii) assess 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 ... -
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 ...