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Evaluating the development of community based tourism in Bugala Island, Kalangala District
(Makerere University, 2021-02)A study was undertaken to evaluate the development of island tourism based on communitybased tourism (CBT) paradigm in Bugala Island, Kalangala District (Lake Victoria) by assessing the islands‟ community strength and ... -
Evaluation of diatomite for improved chicken productivity in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021)This study sought to assess the effect of diatomaceous earth (DE) on internal and ectoparasites and on productivity of commercial layer chicken raised under Ugandan environment. Data collection employed both qualitative ... -
Evaluation of pig dung value addition using indigenous micro-organisms as an approach for sustainable horticulture in Kampala-Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02-25)The purpose of this study was to establish the best approach to value addition of pig dung using Indigenous Micro-Organisms technology as a principle for sustainable horticulture in Kampala. Three different foodstuffs ... -
Factors influencing technology adoption among small holder dairy farmers in Buikwe district
(2018-11-20)Low technology uptake is a problem in Buikwe District among smallholder dairy farmers who comprise of over 70% of dairy farmers in the district. The main objective of the study was to determine commonly used technologies ... -
Factors that affect the success of dairy cattle breeding in the East African Dairy Development Project area in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2010-11)Dairy cattle breeding is an important technology in the enhancement and promotion of the dairy enterprise in Uganda. The introduction of germplasm through AI is crucial to enhance the production potential of the local ... -
Financial analysis of beef cattle fattening systems in Nakaseke District, Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-03)No studies had been done regarding the financial analysis of beef cattle fattening systems in Uganda. This study therefore assessed the financial performance of beef cattle fattening systems in Nakaseke District, Central ... -
Gender dynamics and extent of women smallholder livestock farmers’ empowerment to control peste des petits ruminants and Newcastle disease, Sembabule District
(Makerere University, 2022-12)There is insufficient information that has been documented about women empowerment in smallholder livestock production in rural communities of Uganda. This study sought to establish the role of gender dynamics and small ... -
Gender relations and their effect on livestock management in Uganda: A case study of Ciforo Sub-county, Adjumani District
(Makerere University, 2011-11)In livestock farming development and research projects, many scholars, scientist, policy makers and implementers often focus on ‗technology development‘, broadly understood as development of all kind of methods to improve ... -
Impact of the immunisation of cattle against east coast fever in Bugabula County, Kamuli District, Uganda.
(2013-11-20)Farmers in Bugabula County, Kamuli District were improving their cattle by crossing zebu cattle with Friesians for better dairy production. ECF was however a limiting factor towards achieving their ultimate goal. The ... -
The influence of extension services on milk production among dairy farmers in South Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-10)In Africa, extension programs have been conceived as a service to extend research-based knowledge to the rural sector to improve the lives of farmers. However, today’s understanding of extension goes beyond technology ... -
Investigating the occurrence of leptospira infection in the rodents captured in communities surrounding volcanoes national park, Rwanda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease of global importance and Rodents/rats are known to be the most important reservoirs for leptospirosis. There is no data available on the epidemiology of leptospira infection in rodents ... -
Japanese quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica) feeding practices and their implications for egg quality
(Makerere University, 2022-12-23)This thesis is based on four studies (Paper I, II, III and IV) conducted to investigate Japanese quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica) feeding practices in urban and peri-urban areas of Uganda, and their implications for egg ... -
Knowledge attitudes and practices of high-risk groups towards COVID-19 vaccination in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of high-risk groups towards the COVID-19 vaccination program in Kampala, Uganda, and to guide interventions improving uptake of the vaccine. A total of ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices towards Crimean Congo hemorrhagic fever of residents of Kyankwanzi and Kakumiro districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-11)Crimean Congo Hemorrhagic Fever(CCHF) is characterized by a sudden onset of high fever, chills, severe headache and gastrointestinal disorders, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Hemorrhagic manifestations occur during ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices of dairy cattle feeding in selected districts of major milksheds of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Feeding dairy cattle has remained a major challenge globally and particularly in Uganda hindering optimal productivity of animals and in turn limiting investment and income into dairy farming. A study was conducted in the ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding rabies management among animal and human health workers in Mbale District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2013-11)Background: Rabies is a viral zoonosis, killing over 55000 people annually globally. The disease is endemic in Uganda. In the recent past Mbale District has persistently registered the highest number of suspected rabies ... -
Lesions and prevalence of Newcastle disease in chicken presented for Necropsy at Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2010-05)Poultry diseases are among the major constraints of chicken production in Uganda of which Newcastle disease (ND) is still one of the most important devastating disease of chicken. This study was conducted from October ... -
Microbial safety of selected value-added dairy products in the cottage industry in Kampala and its environs
(2012-03)The purpose of this study was to provide a better understanding of the link between production practices and microbial safety for improved marketability of locally produced value added livestock products, with special ... -
Milk quality and on-farm factors leading to milk spoilage in Bugaaki Sub County, Kyenjojo District
(Makerere University, 2013-03)A cross-sectional study was conducted to assess milk quality and the on-farm factors responsible for milk spoilage. Both qualitative and quantitative methods were used to collect data from 115 households in addition to ... -
Molecular characterization of Newcastle Disease Virus in domestic poultry in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2013-06)Newcastle disease caused by Newcastle disease virus continues to be a threat to the poultry industry worldwide. The disease has become more pronounced in resource constrained households that rely on backyard poultry system ...