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Biophysical and socio-economic factors that determine the performance of community forestry projects: perspectives from Mayuge and Mutai Plantation Forest Reserves, Eastern Uganda
(Online Science Publishing, 2018-06-29)
This paper investigates the socioeconomic factors that determine the performance of community forestry projects in Uganda. The socioeconomic analysis was done to evaluate the relationship between community participation ...
Utilization of flour from germinated maize to enhance nutrient density of soy-enriched maize complementary flours
(Makerere University, 2018-08-23)
Low nutrient density of cereal based complementary porridges resulting from high viscosity is one of the major causes of protein energy malnutrition in children aged 6-24 months in Tanzania. A number of studies have been ...
Nutrition education competencies needed by agricultural extension workers in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-12-20)
A number of countries have adopted a multi-sectoral approach to address the challenge of malnutrition with agricultural extension workers (AEWs) expected to be among the key players. However, these new roles are still ...
Oil infrastructure development: Displacement and livelihood implications for communities in Kabaale parish, Buseruka Sub County-Hoima District
(Makerere University, 2018-10-19)
The study focuses on the implications of oil infrastructure development on community livelihoods in Kabaale Parish. It explores the unique relationship between tenure system and induced resettlement and compensation packages. ...
Optimization of numerical models for operational weather forecasting in Uganda
(2018-08-21)
The major focus of this study was on improving the predictability of precipitation, in the form of rainfall, which is one of the major weather and climatic elements of interest in the tropics, using numerical weather ...
Wastewater treatment practices by tanneries: Case of Skyfat Tannery and Leather Industries of Uganda Tanneries, Jinja, Uganda
(2018-07-16)
The Leather industry in Uganda is of economic importance in terms of providing employment opportunities and revenue. However, leather manufacturing is a water intensive process and generates a significant volume of wastewater ...
Determinants of transfer of training in agronomic and post-harvest practices among small holder farmers
(Makerere University, 2018-12-19)
Training is a critical investment if performance in any endeavour is to improve. However, training with no application will affect the achievement of such a goal especially in the field of agriculture. A study was conducted ...
Seasonal variability of pasture biomass and carrying capacity in Karamoja Sub-Region
(Makerere University, 2018-11)
Livestock in Karamoja defines the socio-cultural facets as the main financial capital and determinant of wealth, status, and resilience to climate variability shocks. However, pasture biomass for livestock is becoming a ...
Quality attributes and drying rate of Silver Cyprinid (Rastrineobola Argentea) during different processing methods
(Makerere University, 2018)
The proper handling and processing of the highly perishable silver cyprinid (Rastrineobola argentea) could contribute towards alleviation of food insecurity by directly acting as a food resource and through employment for ...
Effect of improved postharvest handling technologies and extension approaches on postharvest losses and quality of maize: case of Kamuli and Apac districts of Uganda
(2018-11)
Maize farmers in Uganda especially the smallholders experience high quantitative and qualitative losses. In this study, on-farm trials were conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of participatory and farmer to farmer ...