College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES): Recent submissions
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Using photovoice technique for participatory assessment of peanut quality and safety along the value chain: a case of youth in Nwoya and Tororo districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01-10)Youth participation in the agricultural sector in Uganda has declined in the last decades due to development of the private sector, poor economic, diversification and low productivity and profitability of subsistence ... -
Trace element concentrations in vegetables, drinking water and house dust as risk factors for incidences of respiratory and gastro-intestinal diseases among residents of Kilembe mine area, Kasese district
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Past copper mining activities in Kilembe led to piles of mine tailings in the catchment which are potential sources of trace metal contamination to the environment. This study was done to: (a) assess trace element ... -
The role of farmer learning platforms in enhancing smallholder farmer use of improved crop production technologies in Mityana District, Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01)In the recent past, participatory extension approaches have been credited for improving access and use of agricultural technologies. Farmer Learning Platform (FLP) is a participatory extension approach, where selected ... -
Diversity of Anurans in forests with different management histories in Gomba District Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-10-24)Understanding the influence of management histories on biodiversity can inform sustainable management practices. However, few studies examine the response of anurans (toads and frogs) to management histories such as ... -
Preservation of Chayote (Sechium edule L) using different drying methods
(2022-12-21)Chayote (Sechium edule L) has a high moisture content range from (87-95%) resulting in a short-shelf life and high postharvest losses. Reduction of moisture content post-harvest can prolong its shelf life. This study aimed ... -
Development of a Mix-kneader for Bar Soap Production
(2023-01-09)Drying neat soap is one of the key steps in the process of manufacturing bar soap. Currently, small and medium-scale local processors in Uganda rely entirely on tarpaulins and buckets to dry neat soap. These methods are ... -
Assessment of human-wildlife co-existence strategies adopted by communities living in and around Queen Elizabeth National Park
(Makerere University, 2023)Human-wildlife co-existence is a prerequisite for protected area conservation. Many studies have been carried out on human-wildlife conflict and local communities’ exploitation of protected areas resources besides a long ... -
Power in the policy, legal framework and practice of collaborative forest management in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-16)Collaborative Forest Management (CFM) has previously been assessed on its ability to deliver the twin objectives of forest conservation and improved livelihoods of Forest Adjacent Communities (FAC). However, these prior ... -
Performance of a sedimentation pond system at Roko construction concrete batch plant in Kampala- Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12)There is increased demand for concrete in the construction industry worldwide and Uganda in particular. This has increased concrete production leading to high generation of concrete wash water due to cleaning of concrete ... -
Local perceptions on wetland land use and land cover dynamics: a comparison of Mabamba-bay Ramsar site and Mende wetland, Wakiso district, central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01-02)Wetlands are among the most important ecosystems that support livelihoods globally. This study assessed the local perceptions on use values and land cover and land use dynamics in two wetlands under different management ... -
Evaluating climate adapted push-pull technology for Striga hermonthica - maize stem borer management and forage production among smallholder farmers in Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-23)This study aimed at assessing farmer’s knowledge, perceptions and practices in management of parasitic witchweed, Striga hermonthica and maize stem borers using climate adapted push - pull technology as well as assessing ... -
Quality of recycled oil and used in deep frying potato chips and fresh fish by street processors in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2022-12-12)Cooking oil is widely used in the preparation of deep-fried foods such as fish and chips. To cut costs, most processors recycle their cooking oil with little or no concern for its quality and the resultant health effects. ... -
Effectiveness of the Purdue Improved Crop Storage bags for preservation of common dry beans "Phaseolus vulgaris L."
(Makerere University, 2022-12-21)Common dry bean Phaseolus vulgaris L. is a nearly “perfect food” because it is significant for promoting food and nutrition security, besides being a source of household income for rural and urban communities. Conversely, ... -
Genetic architecture of drought tolerance in Cowpea
(Makerere University, 2022-11-28)Cowpea Vigna unguiculata (L) is an important indigenous legume crop providing dietary protein, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and income to many people in Africa, Asia, Central and South America. It is an important ... -
Effect of potassium nitrate application on the flowering and fruit quality of mango varieties grown in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12)The mango (Mangifera indica L.) is a tropical fruit belonging to the genus Mangifera. It is called the king of fruits because of its taste and super flashy yellow colour, and health benefits it offers. A study was conducted ... -
Tolerance to sality and its Inheritance in lowland rice in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12)In Uganda, soil salinity contributes to one of the most serious ecological and environmental problems in most of irrigation schemes. Developing a tolerant rice genotype to salt is one of the solutions to the problem of ... -
Variation in small holder farmers’ perceptions and vulnerability to climate change in the Kyoga Plains of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)The study investigated the variation in the perception of, vulnerability and adaptation to climate change risks in relation to the socio-economic characteristics of small holder farmers in the Kyoga plains of Uganda. The ... -
Socio-economic shocks and Spatial Inequality in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Region
(2022-12-19)Spatial inequality is a common phenomenon across the Greater Kampala Metropolitan region (Kampala city region). Across the city region, it is very common and yet quite unexplainable, to find areas with residents having ... -
Consumer awareness and willingness to pay for traceable honey: a case of Wakiso District in Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Honey traceability information systems despite being important are not always well established especially in countries with constrained financial resources. This is because of the high expenses associated with their ... -
The effect of farmer adopted climate smart agronomic practices on maize productivity in Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Maize is one of the major food crops grown by most of the smallholder households in Uganda, and it serves as their main source of food and income. However, over the years maize productivity in eastern Uganda has been ...