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Phenotypic characterization and genotype by environment interaction of selected rice (Oryza sativa L.) genotypes for cold tolerance in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Rice is adversely affected by cold stress and which is a common problem in the highland areas of central East Africa (Uganda, Rwanda, northeast Tanzania, and Kenya) and Madagascar. Cold stress is known to cause 26% to 80% ...
An assessment of pedo-hydrological characteristics at medium sized landslide sites in Manafwa catchment, mountain Elgon.
(Makerere University, 2021-04)
Landslide hazards are prevalent and continue to manifest seasonally on the slopes of Mountain Elgon, especially in the Manafwa catchment. While their occurrence has attracted several studies, limited attention has been ...
Institutional development of wetland policy, climate change and household food insecurity in wetland adjacent areas in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-12)
A study of the “institutional development of wetland policy, climate change and food insecurity in the wetland adjacent areas of Uganda” was undertaken from June to October 2014. The overall objective of the study was to ...
Jackfruit (Artocarpus Heterophyllus lam) a potential Source of pectin
(Makerere University, 2021-04)
Jackfruit is widely cultivated in tropical areas. The fruit is mainly grown and consumed fresh.
Approximately 65% of jackfruit is inedible and this part is commonly fed to animals or discarded. However, jackfruit waste ...
Processing traits of potato varieties grown in Uganda for potential production of French fries
(Makerere University, 2021-04)
In Uganda, annual potato production is estimated at 162,151 metric tons which puts the country in a strategic position to benefit from the regional growing demand for processed potato products such as French fries. However, ...
Effective isolation distance for prevention of cassava virus spread in farmer-preferred cultivars in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021)
The two viral diseases, cassava brown streak disease (CBSD) and cassava mosaic disease
(CMD), are a major constraint to cassava production in Uganda. The Ministry of Agriculture,
Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) ...
Nutri-medicinal indigenous plants and management of Immuno-compromised opportunistic ailments: A case study of Wakiso District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-03-29)
As a result of the AIDS epidemic, many people are immunocompromised and opportunistic infections are common. Nutri-medicinal plants are commonly used in management of HIV–related ailments, and also to counteract the side ...
An Assessment of the Environmental Performance of Selected Firms in the Kampala Industrial and Business Park (KIBP), Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-03-31)
The study sought assess the environmental management systems adopted by select firms within the KIBP, Namanve. By using the Qualitative Research Design, a cross-sectional survey was used to map and characterize the adoption ...
Influence of selected soil properties on tree species diversity and above-ground biomass in Budongo Forest Reserve, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-03-22)
Tree species diversity and biomass are important indicators of the forest carbon storage capacity. The role of soil characteristics in shaping these two, however, has not been adequately studied in tropical forests of ...
Evaluation of potato (Solanum tuberosum, L.) genotypes for adaptability in Mt Elgon Region
(Makerere University, 2020-10)
Potato (Solanum tuberosam L.) is among the most important crops in the world. Potato in Uganda is mainly produced in the highland areas of Kabale and Kisoro in southwestern and Bugisu and Sebei areas on the slopes of Mt ...