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Inheritance of internal tuber processing attributes among selected potato (Solanum Tuberosum L.) genotypes
(Makerere University, 2020-08)
The new trends in the potato industry especially in processing require analysis of yield, tuber attributes and disease resistance in the development of new potato varieties. This study evaluated selected potato genotypes ...
Evaluation of Metarhizium anisopliae for integrated management of termite infestation on farmed lands
(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 ...
A Study of the Dynamics of Sunburn Reduction in Apple (Malus domestica) using Foliar Applications of a Combination of Boron and Calcium
(Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)
Apple fruit sunburn browning (SBB) is largely a climate-related disorder that reduces fruit quality
leading to serious financial losses. The aim of this research was to unravel the mode-of-action by
which post-full-bloom ...
Institutional development of wetland policy, climate change and household food insecurity in wetland adjacent areas in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-12)
A study of the “institutional development of wetland policy, climate change and food insecurity in the wetland adjacent areas of Uganda” was undertaken from June to October 2014. The overall objective of the study was to ...
Evaluation of potato (Solanum tuberosum, L.) genotypes for adaptability in Mt Elgon Region
(Makerere University, 2020-10)
Potato (Solanum tuberosam L.) is among the most important crops in the world. Potato in Uganda is mainly produced in the highland areas of Kabale and Kisoro in southwestern and Bugisu and Sebei areas on the slopes of Mt ...
Contribution of morphological traits for prediction of sweet potato weevil resistance in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020)
Sweetpotato is an important source of nutritional and bioactive substances especially to resource poor households in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, several pests affect it with the sweetpotato weevils (SPW) being the ...
Dynamics of wood value chains for smallholder tree farmers in Mubende district
(Makerere University, 2020-11-06)
Wood supply deficit in Uganda is on the rise. However, efforts to address the wood supply deficit put emphasis on provision of input subsidies without due consideration of the entire wood value chain. Limited consideration ...
Technical efficiency of layer chicken farmers in Kasese district
(Makerere University, 2020-12)
Chicken production is becoming important in Uganda, especially in Kasese district. Various
government programs and development agencies have prioritized chicken production as one of
the enterprises that can lead to an ...
Assessment of the success of active forest restoration in Mount Elgon National Park, Eastern Uganda
(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 ...
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 ...