• 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 

  Essandoh, Danielle Ama (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 

  Muzira, Robert (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 

  Ssekkadde, Peter (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) 

  Nghituwamhata, Selma Ndapewa (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 

  Basika, Elisa (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 ...

• Optimizing the processing conditions and formulation of a banana-vegetables instant soup flour 

  Ainebyona, Paddy (Makerere University, 2021-04)

  Banana experiences high post-harvest losses of up to 45% and yet the fruit’s nutritional composition is insufficient to favor key products development targeting sensitive age groups such as children below 59 months and ...

• Assessment of the success of active forest restoration in Mount Elgon National Park, Eastern Uganda 

  Kitimbo, Herbert (Makerere University, 2020-10)

  Globally, active forest restoration involving the planting of native tree species has been used to reverse tropical forest degradation. Despite the substantial costs ($ 2500 per ha) in active forest restoration, there is ...

• An Evaluation of Cross-infection of Botryosphaeria Isolates among Tree Species used for Agroforestry and Plantations in Uganda. 

  PROSCOVIA ANNET, MUGISA; Mugisha, Proscovia Annet (Makerere University, 2019)

  Fungi in the Botryosphaeriaceae family are known to cause disease on many plant species. Evidence of cross-infection of tree species by this group of fungi is limited. The main aim of the study was to evaluate cross-infection ...

• Household’s willingness to pay for improved solid waste collection services in Mukono Municipality, Uganda 

  Namukuve, Fauza (Makerere University, 2021-04)

  Waste management still remains a big challenge in most urban cities in Uganda. The study sought to investigate the household’s willingness to pay (WTP) for improved solid waste collection services in Mukono municipality ...

• Tree Growing and Diversity on Farm Landscapes in Buwalasi Sub-County, Uganda 

  Nabukwasi, Teddy (Makerere University, 2020-10-26)

  In Uganda, there are many interventions aimed at promoting tree planting in farmed landscapes. However, the level of success of these interventions is not consonant with efforts. This may be a consequence of the promoters’ ...

• Land use/cover changes and carbon stock assessment in Mukura sub-county Ngora district, Eastern Uganda 

  Epaja, Michael (Makerere University, 2020-12-01)

  Like other countries in the Sub-Saharan Africa, Uganda and Mukura in particular are not an exception to land use/cover changes from bush land to farm land. Mukura subcounty in Eastern Uganda is one of the areas where ...

• Evaluation of Metarhizium anisopliae for integrated management of termite infestation on farmed lands 

  Ongodia, Gerald (Makerere University, 2020-12)

  This study evaluated the use Metarhizium anisopliae (Metschnikoff) for integrated management of pestiferous termites attacking Grevillea robusta trees in farm land. Aspects of the fungus assessed were persistence; optimum ...

• Dynamics of historical and projected future drought and its impact on Robusta coffee productivity in central Uganda 

  Najjuma, Mabel (Makerere University, 2021-03)

  Drought monitoring and early warning are crucial elements that affect drought sensitive sectors such as crop production. The overall aim of the study was to characterize historical and future drought and establish its ...

• Implications of Uganda Forestry Policy 2001 reform on forest land tenure security and livelihoods 

  Nirachatsuwan, Pornlumon (Makerere University, 2021)

  Sustainable forest management involves a system that is ecologically sound, economically viable and socially responsible and requires good understanding and knowledge of community dynamics, forest land tenure regimes and ...

• Site suitability mapping of earth dams in Uganda’s cattle corridor: A case study of Nakasongola district 

  Muzungu, Vicent (Makerere University, 2020-12-18)

  In Uganda, water scarcity is a major challenge faced by livestock farmers. Over the last 10 years, climate change has further worsened the situation and jeopardized livestock owners’ livelihoods (Barihaihi, 2010). Uganda’s ...

• ASSESSMENT OF SITE SUITABILITY FOR CAGE FISH FARMING IN SELECTED BAYS OF LAKE VICTORIA, UGANDA 

  Alio, Andrew (Makerere University, 2020-11)

  Cage culture is considered an alternative to increasing fish production that can provide employment, income and food. However, its unplanned expansion could result in negative environmental and social impacts. This study ...

• Socio-cultural factors influencing farmer use of tissue culture banana seed in Central Uganda 

  Mulugo, Lucy (Makerere University, 2021-04)

  Banana, a major food and income security crop in Uganda is severely threatened by the Banana Xanthomonas Wilt (BXW) disease. Use of disease-free planting material such as tissue culture (TC) banana is a key intervention ...

• Assessing the resilience of persons with disabilities in landslide prone areas: a case of Bushika sub county, Bududa district 

  MARTIN, SSENNOGA; Ssennoga, Martin (Makerere University, 2021-02)

  The resilience of Persons with disabilities (PwDs) in landslide-prone areas is not well understood and yet this information is vital in reducing risks through building resilience in the disaster-prone areas. Resilience ...

• A genetic analysis of banana resistance to weevils (cosmopolites Sordidus germar) 

  Mwanje, Gerald (Makerere University, 2021-04-20)

  Banana weevils (Cosmopolites sordidus Germar) are a very important pest contributing to the decline in banana production of up to 50% - 100% after the 3rdratoon cycle. East African highland cooking bananas are an important ...

• The role of social capital in social protection intervention to enhance household resilience to livelihood shocks in Eastern Ethiopia 

  Endris, Getachew Shambel (Makerere University, 2021-02)

  Social Safety Net interventions are common interventions by governments and non-government organizations in addressing crises of food shortages and disasters in African countries. These interventions however hardly take ...

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