• Factors that affect profitability of sesame production among small holder farmers in Palabek Ogili sub-county, Lamwo district 

  Omal, John Wilfred (Makerere University, 2022)

  By 2025, global sesame market is estimated to reach US $17.77 billion. Sesame has been affected by pest, diseases, climatic conditions, labour shortage and limited capital by small scale farmers in Lamwo district, marketing ...

• Factors affecting the profitability of the local chicken enterprises in Bobi sub-county Omoro District 

  Achen, Flavia (Makerere University, 2023)

  A study on assessing the factors affecting the profitability of local chicken enterprises was conducted in Bobi sub county in Omoro district with the objective to assess the profitability and the factors affecting the ...

• Assessing profitability in maize production with fertilizer application versus no fertilizer application in Kikyusa Sub-county Luwero District 

  Mulindwa, Edmond (Makerere University, 2024)

  Maize is main cereal crop grown in Uganda majorly for food for households in the country. However, fertilizer use in the production of maize remains a pressing need among local farmers whereby some apply fertilizers to ...

• Profitability of fish trading among small-scale traders in Wakiso District, Uganda 

  Nabanoba, Jovia Gorrette (Makerere University, 2024)

  This study investigates the profitability of fish trading among small-scale fish traders at Kasenyi Fish Landing Site, Wakiso district Uganda. The research aims to assess the socioeconomic characteristics of the traders, ...

• Comparative nutrient analysis of rice varieties grown under different watering conditions 

  Atuheire, Natasha (Makerere University, 2024)

  Rice is one of the world’s most significant agricultural products and is crucial for human nutrition, economies, and various industrial sectors. It is cultivated in swampy fields in many tropical countries and used as human ...

• Effects of gender on local chicken production in Migina Sub County in Kazo District 

  Nuwe, Baron (Makerere University, 2023)

  The estimated chicken population of Uganda is 37 million with over 80% being indigenous chickens. However, the potential of indigenous chickens as a source of income and food remains poorly exploited. The purpose of this ...

• Effect of natural plant extracts on the storage stability and market edible qualities of cooking bananas 

  Nkalubo, Daniel (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 

  Niwamanya, Julius (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 

  Byamukama, Philip (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 

  Opito, Emmanuel (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 

  Kabasomi, Scovia (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 

  Okidi, Innocent (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 

  Omuka, Lazarus (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 

  Kiai, Jane Mary (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 

  Wanok, Brian (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 

  Katushabe, Francis (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 

  Kivumbi, Vicent de Paul (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 

  Naika, Edward (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 

  EKITUI, Patrick Isaac (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 

  Mututa, Cyrus (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 ...

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