College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES): Recent submissions
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Assessing the socio-cultural determinants of adoption of biogas technology in Mpigi district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-10-11)The increasing energy poverty in Uganda is seen as a limitation to sustainable development. Hence attempts are made to disseminate and promote the relevance of clean renewable energy resources such as Biogas technology in ... -
Performance-evaluation of an integrated papyrus-bivalves mesocosms in cleansing aquaculture effluent
(Makerere University, 2021-05)The contribution of fish farming to people’s socioeconomic wellbeing is central for achieving sustainable development in developing countries. Nevertheless, intensive development of fish farming generates socioeconomic ... -
Assessment of Point Water Source Use and Management in Dodoth East County, Kaabong District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-05-10)There is escalating global water resource utilization due to the growing population, changes in consumption patterns and the energy industry among others. The demand has resulted in an unsustainable water use, especially ... -
Response of improved soybean varieties to different phosphorus rates
(Makerere University, 2021-07-01)In Uganda, soybean varieties, Maksoy 1N, 2N, 3N, 4N, 5N, and lately 6N were bred to address yield and disease resistance gaps. These varieties have become popular among commercial and smallholder farmers. Unfortunately, ... -
Lecheate physico-chemical parameters removal efficiency and possible alternative treatment options to Kiteezi landfill treatment facility
(Makerere University, 2021-09)Sanitary landfills generate large quantities of highly polluted leachate, which is a major environmental, economic and social concern. Further, the treatment of landfill leachate constitutes a challenge that may vary ... -
Household knowledge, attitudes and practices towards solid waste management among local residents in Nansana Municipality
(Makerere University, 2021-01)A study was conducted in Nansana Municipality to determine household knowledge, practices and attitudes towards solid waste management. It set out to address the gap in information about the knowledge, practices and attitudes ... -
Variations in groundwater recharge and associated risks to groundwater supplies over Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-09-14)Majority of Uganda’s population relies on groundwater as an accessible source to meet their water demands especially in times of prolonged dry seasons. Its importance will likely increase with a changing climate where ... -
Economic analysis of mitigating aflatoxins in groundnuts in Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-06-02)This study was conducted to determine the cost of mitigating aflatoxin contamination in groundnuts in Uganda. The study relied on primary data collected from 216 groundnut farmers and 113 groundnut traders in the districts ... -
Potential of native tree species regeneration and establishment in exotic tree plantations: The case of Bellefoungou Forest Reserve in Northern Benin
(Makerere University, 2020-09)While natural forest losses occur continuously, the extent of forest plantations has increased worldwide. These plantations, in addition to their role in timber production, also support forest restoration by fostering ... -
Influence of access to markets on investment in soil fertility management and conservation among potato farmers in the highlands of South-Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is a major staple food crop and a source of household income in Eastern Africa, particularly the highland areas. Potato production systems are characterized by a spiral of nutrient depletion, ... -
Profiling the dynamics of informal timber value chain in Uganda : actors, business networks and benefit distribution
(Makerere University, 2021-03)In Uganda, most of the timber is produced and/or traded informally resulting in social, economic and environmental problems such as revenue loss, inequitable distribution of chain rents, distortion of timber markets and ... -
Influence of access to markets on investment in soil fertility management and conservation among potato farmers in the highlands of south-western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is a major staple food crop and a source of household income in Eastern Africa, particularly the highland areas. Potato production systems are characterized by a spiral of nutrient depletion, ... -
Determinants of credit utilization among Savings and Credit Cooperatives (SACCOS) members in Soroti district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Microcredit is espoused to play an important role in national growth and rural development, yet its uptake by rural farmers has remained low. This study was carried out in Soroti District of Uganda to determine factors ... -
Evaluation of adaptation measures by smallholder Irish potato farmers to climate variability in Rubanda District, South Western Uganda
(Elepu, J. (20190. Evaluation of adaptation measures by smallholder Irish potato farmers to climate variability in Rubanda District, South Western Uganda. (Unpublished master's dissertation). Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda, 2019-10)The study was conducted in Rubanda District with a general aim of evaluating the effectiveness of adaptation measures to climate variability used by smallholder Irish potatoes farmers. Specifically, the study set out to ... -
Complementary food handling practices associated with food safety, health and nutritional status of children in Adyel division, Lira district
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Efforts to reduce illnesses and undernutrition among children in developing countries are partly hampered by a continual existence of childhood infections. The objective of this study was to identify the complementary food ... -
Performance of interspecific derivatives of Arachis species in Uganda and identification of quantitative trait loci associated with resistance to groundnut rosette and late leaf spot
(Makerere University, 2021-05-17)The study was conducted to determine the usefulness of interspecific derivatives of Arachis from Advanced backcross lines and chromosome segment substitution lines derived from four different wild species. The objectives ... -
Influence of access to markets on investment in soil fertility management and conservation among potato farmers in the highlands of south-western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is a major staple food crop and a source of household income in Eastern Africa, particularly the highland areas. Potato production systems are characterized by a spiral of nutrient depletion, ... -
Fruit traits associated with resistance to fruit pests of hot pepper in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Hot pepper (Capsicum spp) is an important economic crop for small-scale farmers. However, its production and profitability is hindered by infestations of fruit flies and the invasive false coddling moth (FCM). These fruit ... -
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 ... -
Optimization of the process for production of mango enriched carrot-tomato ketchup
(Makerere University, 2021-04-27)Post-harvest losses of fruits and vegetables in Uganda are estimated at 30% which translates to about 4 billion shillings loss annually. This is due to limited knowledge on value addition and preservation technologies being ...