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Effect of natural plant extracts on the storage stability and market edible qualities of cooking bananas
(Makerere University, 2022)Postharvest losses are a big challenge in the banana production industry. A short shelf life due to ripening and microbial rots ranks number one among the production constraints of the cooking bananas in Uganda and globally. ... -
The role of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) in marketing of maize in Kahunge Sub-County Kamwenge District
(Makerere University, 2023)Information and Communication Technologies play important roles in every aspect of human activities today, including agriculture. The key player in agriculture are the farmers and their ability to use the technologies ... -
Assessment of knowledge of healthy eating practices among hypertensive patients aged 45 years and above at Uganda Heart Institute at Mulago Hospital
(Makerere University, 2023)Hypertension is an important worldwide public-health challenge due to its high prevalence and a major risk factor for stroke, ischemic heart disease, congestive heart failure, myocardial infarction, and renal failure among ... -
Impacts of poor solid waste management on people's livelihoods and the environment: a case study of Lufula A, Lufula B and Katale Zones of Bwaise II Parish in Kawempe Division, Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2022)Solid waste Management is an important aspect to consider for a sustainable development of every economy as poorly managed wastes have many impacts on the economic progress of a given economy. These impacts range from human ... -
The contributions of farmer groups in general to small holder farmers incomes in Uganda case study: Kigumba Town Council, Kiryandongo District
(Makerere University, 2022)Participation in farmer groups has wide range of advantages to the welfare of small holder farmers in Kigumba town council. The major purpose of this study was to assess the contribution of farmer groups to the incomes of ... -
Assessing oil crops choice and market performance : a case of Awiri village farmers in Apac district
(Makerere University, 2023)Oil crops are major crops grown in northern Uganda as cash crops, choice of oil crops production and market performance are influenced by a number of factors such as, gender, education level, cost of production, access to ... -
Understanding the drivers of adoption of selected agricultural technologies among dairy farmers in Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)The dairy sub-sector in Uganda holds a significant promise due to its potential to generate daily income to farmers through the sale of milk (FAO, 2013). Agricultural technologies such as improved breeds, improved feeds ... -
Understanding drivers to adoption of selected agricultural technologies among fish farmers in Central, Eastern and South Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025-01)The purpose of the study was to understand the drives of adoption of recommended agricultural technologies among fish farmers in Central, Eastern and South Western Uganda. Although selected agricultural technologies have ... -
The role of access to credit on household welfare among small-holder maize farmers in Aromo Sub County, Lira District
(Makerere University, 2023)This study was conducted in Northern Uganda with research entitled “The role of access to credit on household welfare among small-holder maize farmers” case study being Aromo sub county in Lira district. The main objective ... -
Assessment of marketing efficiency of fish in urban markets in Central Uganda : the gender perspective
(Makerere University, 2023)The major purpose of the study was to assess the marketing efficiency of urban fish markets in Central Uganda through the gender lens. The specific objectives of the study were to: characterize fish traders based on gender; ... -
Evaluation of parapheromone male lures for monitoring and trapping tephritid fruit flies in Mango orchards in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2025)Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) significantly constrain commercial horticulture in developing African nations, causing substantial economic losses. The Male Annihilation Technique (MAT) targets adult males using ... -
Relationship between pork quality attributes and consumer preferences in Kawempe division Kampala district Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-10-30)Understanding consumer preferences regarding pork quality attributes is crucial for enhancing the local pork industry in Uganda. This study aimed to evaluate the relationship between consumer preferences and specific pork ... -
Effects of agronomic practices on the yield and profitability of tomatoes in Luwero district
(Makerere University, 2023-09)The study was conducted in Luwero district with the objectives of assessing the key agronomic practices that influence yield and profitability in tomato production, and estimating the effect of agronomic practices on ... -
Determinants of job placement in the hospitality sector: A case study of selected hotels in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study explores the determinants of job placement in the hospitality sector, focusing on selected hotels in Kampala, Uganda. The objectives include examining factors guiding employee placement, assessing gender-based ... -
The use and understanding of the term Halal on the Ugandan market : a case study of meat and meat products
(Makerere University, 2023)The concept halal is also associated to the concept “Tayiban” meaning good. The fact that it is not confined to food only, has made the halal industry a fast growing sector in the global economy. However, the term halal ... -
Assessment of factors influencing consumer preferences for sweet potato in Nakawa Division, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024)The study assessed factors influencing consumer preferences for sweet potatoes in Nakawa Division, Kampala, focusing on the effects of nutritional knowledge, economic factors, and social factors. The consumer base shows a ... -
Effect of post-harvest handling practices on revenue of cassava farmers in Bukedea District: a case of Bukedea Sub-County
(Makerere University, 2024-12-14)This study investigated the effect of post-harvest handling practices on revenue among cassava farmers in Bukedea sub-county, Bukedea district. Four objectives were pursued: assessing farmers' socio-economic characteristics, ... -
Effects of human activities on Lake Victoria: Case in Masese Town, Jinja District
(Makerere University, 2024)This study investigated the effects of human activities on Lake Victoria and it took place in Masese Town, Jinja District. It explored the various ways in which human activities such as pollution, overfishing, agriculture ... -
Examining the implications of dark tourism around Namugongo Shrines to the livelihoods of the local communities
(Makerere university, 2024)This study explored the implications of dark tourism at Namugongo Martyrs Shrine on the livelihoods of local communities. Every 3rd of June to the Catholic church honors the twenty-four Catholic martyrs who were executed ... -
Assessment of the use of visual media in promoting MICE in selected hotels in Kampala
(Makerere university, 2024)The study on the assessment of the use of visual media in promoting MICE in hotels in Uganda aims at contributing to effective use of visual media with specific objectives being (1) to examine the use and types of visual ...
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