School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS) Collection
Recent Submissions
-
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 ... -
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 ... -
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, ... -
Effect of land fragmentation on profitability of coffee farms in Buwagogo sub-county, Manafwa District
(Makerere University, 2024)Coffee is a major cash crop in many regions of Uganda, including Manafwa district. However, the profitability of coffee farming in the region may be impacted by the widespread issue of land fragmentation. This study aimed ... -
Fermentation characteristics, aerobic stability and deterioration of silages from selected tropical maize hybrids.
(Makerere University, 2024-06-30)Maize is a crop that has the potential to revolutionize dairy production in the tropics, especially Africa, if well adopted and used as silage because of its good fermentation characteristics. Unfortunately, in Africa, it ... -
Factors affecting loyalty of members towards farmer cooperatives : a case of the districts of Iganga, Namutumba and Bugiri
(Makerere University, 2024)This research dissertation explored the factors influencing loyalty among cooperative farmers in the districts of Iganga, Namutumba, and Bugiri in Uganda. The study employed a cross-sectional design, collecting data from ... -
Post-harvest losses of tomato among traders in Soroti City
(Makerere University, 2024)Agriculture is one of the leading sectors in most African countries like Uganda. It is also called the backbone of Uganda trying to emphasis its role and significance in the country. Horticulture is one of the fastest ... -
Profitability of rabbit farming among smallholder farmers in Wakiso District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Globally, there is a problem with food supply and security, which has led to a search for alternative production methods by farmers, governments, and other stakeholders. The poor are particularly vulnerable to famine and ... -
Comparative assessment of the productivity of indigenous and exotic dairy cattle in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2024-08-06)The study was carried out to investigate the difference between exotic and indigenous dairy cattle breeds reared in Uganda as the major aim. Other objectives of the study include, assessment of the characteristics of the ... -
The effect of Knowledge, Attitudes and Perceptions on Farmers' Participation in the Parish Development Model.
(Makerere University, 2024-10-29)This research examines the impact of the Parish Development Model (PDM) implemented by the Government of Uganda, aimed at transitioning approximately 3.5 million Ugandans from the subsistence economy to the money economy. ...
RSS 1.0