Academic submissions (CAES): Recent submissions
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Degeneration in quality of cassava planting material due to infection by cassava brown streak viruses
(Makerere University, 2018-12)This study aimed at quantifying degeneration of cassava planting materials as a result of infection by CBSVs. Four cassava varieties (NASE 14, NASE 15, NAROCASS 1 and TME 204) were evaluated for their responses and ... -
Genetics of Cowpea resistance to Bruchid (Callosobruchus maculatus Fab.)
(2019-01-01)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, and Central and South America. However, its ... -
Status of cassava mosaic disease and molecular characterization of associated geminiviruses in Malawi
(2018)A study was conducted to evaluate cassava mosaic disease (CMD) incidence, severity, distribution and genetic diversity of responsible viruses across the major cassava production areas of Malawi. A field survey to determine ... -
Postharvest characteristics and pesticide residue levels of conventionally and organically grown fruits and vegetables in selected districts in Uganda
(2018-08-23)The study was undertaken to assess the effect of production systems (organic vs conventional) on the physicochemical and nutritional properties of selected fruits and vegetables (tomato, scarlet eggplant, apple banana and ... -
Postharvest characteristics and pesticide residue levels of conventionally and organically grown fruits and vegetables in selected districts in Uganda
(2018-09-21)The study was undertaken to assess the effect of production systems (organic vs conventional) on the physicochemical and nutritional properties of selected fruits and vegetables (tomato, scarlet eggplant, apple banana and ... -
The role of metabolites in cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) resistance to Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci)
(Makerere University, 2019-04)The whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) (Gennadias, 1889) is a major challenge in cassava production especially for most African regions. This is because most of the varieties used are susceptible to the pest resulting in severe ... -
Impact of Tannery effluent discharge on the Nabajjuzi Wetland Ecosystem
(2018-12)A study on the impact of Tannery effluent discharge on water quality and macroinvertebrates of the Nabajjuzi Wetland was carried out in order to provide sufficient data for its effective management. Water samples and ... -
Performance of subsurface flow constructed wetlands in domestic wastewater treatment and their potential in increasing greenhouse gas emissions at Bugolobi, Kampala
(2016-12)Uganda is grappling with public health and eutrophication challenges of its water bodies, owing to persistence of microbial pathogens, excess nutrients and organic matter contents in domestic and industrial wastewater ... -
Quality attributes and drying rate of Silver Cyprinid (Rastrineobola Argentea) during different processing methods
(Makerere University, 2018)The proper handling and processing of the highly perishable silver cyprinid (Rastrineobola argentea) could contribute towards alleviation of food insecurity by directly acting as a food resource and through employment for ... -
Adoption of drought tolerant maize varieties among smallholder maize farmers in Kamuli and Masindi Districts
(2019-01)Drought tolerant maize varieties (DTMs) are a great contributing factor in addressing the challenge of low maize yields for most rural households who continue to suffer prolonged drought periods as a result of climate ... -
Incidence and molecular variability of cassava brown streak disease in Rwanda
(Makerere University, 2018)In Rwanda, despite the importance of cassava as staple food, its production is greatly limited by biotic and abiotic constrains leading to poor yields. One of the most important constraints to cassava production is the ... -
An assessment of smallholder dairy farmer innovations in Malawi
(Makerere University, 2018-04-22)The smallholder farmer dominated dairy industry in Malawi has undergone tremendous transformation in the past two decades. Access to markets and ever- changing market demands trigger innovations in the dairy value chain ... -
Sustainable water use in Lake Edward-George Basin: A case study of River Mubuku-Sebwe sub catchments
(Makerere University, 2018-11-27)The need to make major decisions on sustainable water allocation in environmentally sensitive catchments in the face of high system complexity and uncertainty has aggravated water management problems across the globe. The ... -
Postharvest changes along supply chains of Solanum aethiopicum (Shum) (nakati) and Amaranthus lividus (Linn) (bugga) leafy vegetables
(Makerere University, 2018)Objectives: The objectives were three; document postharvest handling practices along supply chains of Solanum aethiopicum (Shum) and Amaranthus lividus (Linn) leafy vegetables; assess changes in sensory attributes of S. ... -
Esia of Aeria spraying of sugarcane with Ripener and fertilizer at Kinyara Sugar Limited in Masindi District
(2018)Kinyara Sugar Limited has executed commercial chemical ripening of sugarcane using Fusilade Forte between 1997 and 2005 and beneficial outcomes were recorded out of processing chemically ripened cane. The previous ... -
Determinants of choice of fresh tilapia marketing channel by fish cross border traders, Uganda-Kenya
(2018-11)The study investigated factors influencing the choice of fish traders’ marketing channels and determinants of fish trader’s gross margin at Busia border. A multistage sampling technique was used to select a sample of 115 ... -
Wastewater treatment practices by tanneries: Case of Skyfat Tannery and Leather Industries of Uganda Tanneries, Jinja, Uganda
(2018-07-16)The Leather industry in Uganda is of economic importance in terms of providing employment opportunities and revenue. However, leather manufacturing is a water intensive process and generates a significant volume of wastewater ... -
Belowground carbon allocation in an African forest with a history of different management practices
(Makerere University, 2018-09)Belowground carbon allocation (BCA) is one of the most important and dynamic components of the forest carbon cycle, but remains the least studied, especially in African secondary and primary forests. This study investigated ... -
Fish and water provisioning to the local communities by Naigombwa Wetland in Iganga District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-11-29)In Uganda wetlands cover 10.9% of the surface area of the country and provide ecosystem services that improve people’s livelihoods. This study investigated the role of Naigombwa wetland in Iganga District, Uganda in improving ... -
Optimization of numerical models for operational weather forecasting in Uganda
(2018-08-21)The major focus of this study was on improving the predictability of precipitation, in the form of rainfall, which is one of the major weather and climatic elements of interest in the tropics, using numerical weather ...