Browsing College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources and BioSecurity (CoVAB) by Subject "Western Uganda"
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Assessment of handling practices and Aflatoxin contamination of maize flour from selected retail traders in Ibanda District, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-02)Aflatoxin contamination is a global public health threat that compromises the safety of food due to the carcinogenicity of aflatoxins and their ability to cause immunosuppression and retardation in both humans and animals. ... -
Detection of Bacillus thuringiesis from soils obtained from Kabale District, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01-23)Bacillus thuringiensis is a ubiquitous, rodshaped, gram positive and spore forming bacterium. Today it’s of importance as its wellknown for its insecticidal properties.it has diverse genetic existence in different geographical ... -
Exploring market opportunities, current practices and uses of propolis ("Bee glue") in western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-09)In Uganda one 1% of the population is reported to have ventured into production and processing of propolis. This is low compared to the level of exploitation in Europe and Asia. Therefore, there is need to promote utilization ... -
Prevalence and predictors of stunting and wasting among children aged 2-6 years attending the selected pre-primary schools in Bushenyi District, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-16)Stunting and wasting are the most common forms of under nutrition that have become a global burden. Despite the various programs and schemes that have been implemented by the government, malnutrition stays one of the major ...