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Fusarium and fumonisin contamination of maize produced in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2012-05)
Maize (Zea mays L.) is a staple food for many Ugandans. During production and storage, the crop may be colonised by Fusarium species which may produce fumonisins that are associated with several animal and human illnesses. ...
Performance evaluation and optimization of the maize shelling operation of the multi-purpose farm vehicle
(Makerere University, 2018-12)
In Uganda, maize post-harvest losses stand at 30% due to poor drying, poor storage and poor shelling techniques amongst other challenges of which shelling stands out as the biggest challenge. Hence the multi-purpose vehicle ...
Land suitability analysis for banana and maize under changing climate in Mbale and Nakaseke districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019)
Smallholder farmers in Mbale and Nakaseke districts, like in the rest of Uganda, continue to grow crops anywhere without paying attention to the soil and climate conditions. Traditional management practices for banana and ...