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Co-deployment of legume nodulating bacteria and arbuscular mycorrhizae fungi for improved performance of common bean in an acid soil
(Makerere University, 2011-06)
Nitrogen and phosphorus are by far the most limiting nutrients for crop production in
sub-Saharan Africa, yet low-input natural systems are potentially the most dependable
sources of these elements among the small-scale ...
Potential use of cassava starch and banana juice in the in vitro micropropagation of banana (Musa spp.)
(Makerere University, 2012-08)
In Uganda, banana is a major staple food as well as an important cash crop in the local economy. It also serves as one of the most important food security crops of Uganda. In spite of this, banana cultivation faces constraints ...
Plant parasitic nematodes associated with banana and plantain in Eastern and Western Democratic Republic of Congo
(2013-01-20)
Plant-parasitic nematode incidence, population densities and associated damage were determined from 153 smallholder banana and plantain gardens in Bas Congo (9 – 646 meters above sea level, m.a.s.l) and South Kivu ...
The potential of farmed ecosystems to conserve avian and woody plant species biodiversity in Buhaguzi County, Hoima District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2012-04)
This study assessed the potential of farmed ecosystems in Buhaguzi County, Hoima District, Uganda to conserve biodiversity. In order to achieve this, comparisons of floristic structure of woody species and bird species ...
Attitudes of local communities towards protected areas without tourism incentives: A case study of Ajai Wildlife Reserve, Arua District.
(2013)
Approaches to the management of protected areas that involve the participation of local communities are now being widely promoted by conservationists. This is because conservationists view local peoples' support for protected ...
Development and evaluation of nutritious fast-cooking bean flours
(2014-08-06)
Background: Common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L) are grown throughout Uganda. Their consumption is however limited by the long cooking time thus high energy requirement and by the presence of anti-nutrients. There was thus ...
Early growth and insect herbivory of Neoboutonia Macrocalyx seedlings in different sized gaps in Kabale National Park
(Makerere University, 2010-10)
Gap size is considered as a key factor to tree colonization and succession. Small gaps often show a species composition that is distinctly different from larger gaps. This species niche differentiation is influenced by ...
The use of traditional medicine in primary health care amongst the local people around Buyiija forest Mpigi District Central - Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2012-08)
This study was conducted in the parishes of Buyiija and Bongole which are close to Buyija forest reserve. The aim was to assess the contribution of traditional medicine in the primary health care of the rural population. ...
Mycorrhizal assemblages and potential for enhancing growth of calliandra calothyrsus and sorghum bicolor in degraded lands: the case of Mabira Forest Reserve and semi-arid Soroti
(Makerere University, 2010-04)
Forest degradation has been going on at an alarming rate, threatening the stability of many ecosystems in Uganda. In the last few decades, several restoration attempts have been made but the process has been very slow and ...
The role of farmers’ organisations in enhancing economic efficiency in potato production in Musanze District, Rwanda.
(2013)
This study to identify the role of farmers’ organizations in enhancing economic efficiency in potato production in Rwanda was carried out in Musanze district. The study aimed to analyse the contribution of farmers’ ...