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Inheritance of internal tuber processing attributes among selected potato (Solanum Tuberosum L.) genotypes
(Makerere University, 2020-08)
The new trends in the potato industry especially in processing require analysis of yield, tuber attributes and disease resistance in the development of new potato varieties. This study evaluated selected potato genotypes ...
Towards effective gene pyramiding for disease resistance and trait selection in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
(Makerere University, 2021-04-21)
Major common bean fungal and viral diseases concurrently occur in farmer’s fields leading to complete crop failure when susceptible varieties are grown. Inherent genetic resistance is thus the cheapest source of resistance ...
The potential use of beetroot (Beta vulgaris l.) Powder to complement dietary iron intake of adolescent school girls (10-19 years old)
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a problem among adolescent school girls (10-19 years) which, in addition to others also affects intellectual, learning capacity and eventual decline in academic performance. Beetroot (Beta ...
Farmers' perceptions and willingness to pay for healthy tomato seedlings in Lake Victoria crescent agro-ecological zone, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)
Tomato growing is economically important among smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa and Uganda in particular. Planting tomato is either by direct seeding or using previously raised seedlings. However, tomato production ...
Assessment of allocative efficiency of smallholder tea farmers: evidence from Kabale and Kanungu districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)
Smallholder productivity and efficiency still remain a paradox especially in perennial crops
with past research presenting mixed results on allocative efficiency of smallholder farmers.
The purpose of the study was to ...
Optimizing traditional processing and preservation techniques of cowpea leaves
(Makerere University, 2021-04)
Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) leaves are have the potential of reducing malnutrition among the populations in sub-Saharan Africa and Uganda specifically. The leaves are rich in proteins, micronutrients such as vitamin A, ...
Phenotypic and biochemical responses of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata l. Walp) to the cowpea aphid (Aphis craccivora koch)
(Makerere University, 2021-04-30)
Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.) (Fabaceae) is a vital legume crop cultivated by many smallholder farmers. The production of cowpea is constrained by several abiotic and biotic factors such as insects, diseases, and ...
Evaluation of Metarhizium anisopliae for integrated management of termite infestation on farmed lands
(Makerere University, 2020-12)
This study evaluated the use Metarhizium anisopliae (Metschnikoff) for integrated management of pestiferous termites attacking Grevillea robusta trees in farm land. Aspects of the fungus assessed were persistence; optimum ...
A Study of the Dynamics of Sunburn Reduction in Apple (Malus domestica) using Foliar Applications of a Combination of Boron and Calcium
(Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)
Apple fruit sunburn browning (SBB) is largely a climate-related disorder that reduces fruit quality
leading to serious financial losses. The aim of this research was to unravel the mode-of-action by
which post-full-bloom ...
Assessing the effects of land use/ cover change on the carbon stocks in Kaliro District, Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
In Kaliro District, anecdotal evidence suggests that land use/ cover has been changing very fast with implications on woody biomass. It is also believed that Kaliro District has suffered major deforestation and degradation ...