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In-vitro anthelmintic activity and phytochemical composition of Cannabis sativa used as a dewormer for poultry in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-09)
The increasing challenges associated with conventional drugs for treatment of helminthiasis have forced farmers to shift to alternatives such as medicinal plants like Cannabis sativa (C. sativa). However, there is scanty ...
Assessment of knowledge attitudes and practices of communities that use biogas in Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2023-12)
This study was conducted to assess the knowledge attitudes and practices of communities that use biogas in Wakiso District in selected sub-counties; Mende, Kikandwa and Buddo. The snowballing method was used to reach the ...
Liver condemnation in cattle and its financial losses at Kumi municipality slaughter house
(Makerere University, 2023-10)
Liver condemnation in cattle at the Kumi Municipality slaughter house presents a significant challenge, leading to substantial financial losses for both cattle farmers and the slaughter house itself. To address these ...
Characterisation of pig production systems in Katosi and Kasawo Sub-Counties, Mukono District
(Makerere University, 2023)
A study was conducted to characterize the pig production systems Kasawo and Katosi sub-counties, Mukono district. Data was collected through observations, photography and structured questionnaires administered to 292 pig ...
Local community response towards human wildlife conflicts in selected districts neighboring Karuma Wildlife Reserve
(Makerere University, 2023-10)
In Oyam and Kiryandongo districts, human wildlife conflicts are common because of the close proximity of these areas to Karuma Wildlife Reserve. Most of the people in these areas are crop farmers though a few keep animals, ...
Prevalence of coccidia oocysts in vegetables sold in selected markets in Kawempe division, Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2023-10)
Fresh vegetables are an essential component of a healthy and nutritious diet as they provide high amounts of vitamins, such as vitamin C and A; minerals, specifically electrolytes; and phytochemicals, specific antioxidants ...
Perceptions and attitudes towards urban green spaces: a case study of Kampala Metropolitan Area
(Makerere University, 2023-09)
The quality of a city’s environment is manifested by its urban green spaces, which reflect in many ways, the quality of life and societal behavior found in it. This is because urban green spaces are important resources ...
Evaluation of anthelmintic efficacy of closamectin against gastrointestinal nematodes in small East African goats in Kyegonza sub county, Gomba district
(Makerere University, 2023-10)
In Uganda, livestock contributes about 4% of the gross domestic product (GDP) and 16% of the agricultural GDP in 2019/2020 and goats contribute 30.8% of this GDP. However, this contribution would be much higher than this ...
Tick species infesting cattle in Patongo Town Council
(Makerere University, 2023-10)
In northern Uganda where Patongo Town Council is located, inadequate information on tick diversity is available. A study was conducted in in Patongo Town Council Sub-County in Agago district to identify the tick species ...
Assessment of waste management practices in backyard livestock farming systems in Kira municipality Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2023-09)
Globally the rate of urbanization is high and it is estimated that two thirds of the world will be residing in urban areas by 2050. Sub-Saharan Africa more so Uganda has illustrated this through the bursting populations ...