College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES): Recent submissions
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Effectiveness of forest zoning on conservation of threatened tree species in Budongo Forest Reserve
(Makerere University, 2022-04)Forest zoning involving subdividing the forest to serve multiple purposes has been implemented in forest reserves to halt on forest degradation. Despite its introduction, community valued tree species are threatened with ... -
Farmers' perceptions and willingness to adopt maize-based intercropping in Kapchorwa district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-04-26)Intercropping is a long-standing crop practice that forms part of smallholder cropping systems in Uganda. Despite knowing some intercrops, farmers in Kapchorwa still widely practice maize monocropping. To popularize ... -
Enhancing nutritional benefits and reducing mycotoxin contamination of maize through nixtamalization
(Makerere University, 2021)This study analyzed the effect of nixtamalization using slaked lime (Ca(OH)2) and wood ash on the mycotoxin content, nutritional composition, physicochemical and sensory properties of Ugandan maize. Maize samples (6 samples ... -
Influence of network governance on innovation behavior of actors in Kiboga-Kyankwanzi innovation platform in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-04-23)A number of studies on Innovation Platforms (IPs) have addressed their formation and contribution to innovations. Very few studies if any have attempted to investigate the internal governance dynamics as antecedents for ... -
In vitro antibacterial and toxicity profile of four selected medicinal plants of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)Most medicinal plants used in the treatment of diseases in developing countries have not been tested to ascertain their efficacy and safety. Therefore, the objectives of this study were to; evaluate the phytochemical ... -
Molybdenum-Rhizobia-Phosphorus Management for Amelioration of Biological Nitrogen Fixation in Common Bean on a Ferralsol
(Makerere University, 2022-04-26)Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is among the primary food security crops in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), whose production almost exclusively depends on natural Biological Nitrogen Fixation (BNF) as the source of nitrogen. ... -
Male fertility and zygotic embryo germination in bananas
(Makerere University, 2022-04)Crop improvement through crossbreeding relies on the generation of new hybrids from seeds. Therefore, seed set and seed germination are key determining factors for a successful breeding program. In banana breeding, both ... -
Physiological effects of silicon and potassium on drought stressed East African highland bananas (Musa spp., AAA-EAHB cv. Mbwazirume)
(Makerere university, 2022-03)Drought is among the major constraints to banana production in Uganda. Drought has several adverse effects on physiological processes of bananas including photosynthesis. Plant nutrition with potassium (K) and silicon (Si) ... -
Trade-offs and economic impacts of replacing Tobacco with alternative crops in smallholder cropping systems in Hoima District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)Tobacco has been among Uganda’s export crops contributing an average of 3.52% to national formal traditional export earnings and a key source of income for rural households in tobacco producing areas. By 2020 however, less ... -
Varietal choice and adoption of cassava varieties under farmer elicitation and DNA fingerprinting methods : a case of Malawi
(Makerere University, 2022)Most studies on adoption and impact of crop technologies in Sub-Saharan Africa and in particular Malawi, have relied on farmer elicitation, crop experts or morphological descriptors for varietal identification and estimation ... -
Extent of public participation in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study process in Uganda : a case study of Stone Quarries in Kyampisi, Mukono
(Makerere University, 2021)Public participation (PP) is an integral part of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). PP provides opportunities for public input into the decision-making process. This study assessed the level of public involvement ... -
Bamboo for soil improvement and alternative household income among communities living along the slopes of Mt. Elgon, Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)In contrast to exploitation and utilization of many plant species, bamboo remains one of the region’s valuable underutilized resources. In Uganda, bamboo is still sold with any value addition which has increased the rate ... -
Nutritional content of Indigenous leafy vegetables and their use in human nutrition in South-Kivu, DR Congo
(2022-04-12)Many indigenous food species are nutrient dense; with nutritional potential to alleviate hunger and malnutrition. Ethnic communities in South Kivu province (Eastern DR Congo), especially in Walungu territory, know a numerous ... -
The effect of conservation farming on women economic empowerment in Abim district
(Makerere University, 2022-03-24)The economic empowerment of rural women to achieve gender equality is central to ensure economic growth and sustainable development. Previous studies have been conducted on gender equality but little has been done particularly ... -
Trials of Improved Practices complemented with modified recipes to improve dietary diversity of women and children in farming households in Kapchorwa, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-04-12)Diets in rural households are usually less diverse with a higher percentage composed of starchy staples and are low in cheap sources of proteins and micronutrients such as legumes, fruits and vegetables. The main objective ... -
Drivers of innovation in agro-based and non-agrobased small and medium enterprises in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020)Sustainable contribution of SMEs to economic development in Uganda is hampered by their low rate of survival. Innovation is generally seen as one of the most important drivers of SME growth. Thus understanding innovative ... -
Effects of community-based forest management initiatives on conservation and rural livelihoods in mid-western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-04)Globally, community involvement in forest management has been hailed as an effective strategy to achieve twin goals of improving conservation and livelihoods. Two main community-based forest management initiatives have ... -
Effect of road construction on plant communities: a case of selected roads in the Albertine rift, western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-10)The discovery of oil and gas in Uganda has increased road infrastructural development within the Albertine Rift. This development is known to cause changes in plant species composition, structure and diversity of the ... -
The effects of land use / land cover change on terrestrial carbon stocks in the Manafwa Sub Catchment of Mountain Elgon
(Makerere University, 2022-03-15)Forests play a vital role in climate change mitigation due to their role as natural carbon sinks. However, anthropogenic activities at the expense of the natural ecosystems have caused steady changes in carbon stocks in ... -
Participation of local communities in the management of human-wildlife conflicts around Kyambura Wildlife Reserve in South Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-04-04)Human-wildlife conflict (HWC) is becoming a critical threat to people‘s lives and livelihoods and wildlife, in particular large mammals such as lions, elephants, baboons, monkeys among others. Numerous case studies of ...