School of Agricultural Sciences (SAS) Collection
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Water quality audits of Mubuku Irrigation Scheme and treatments for environmental discharges
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Agriculture in Uganda is predominantly rain-fed and this has been increasingly affected by climate change and variability, erratic rainfall patterns, prolonged dry periods, flood. The government of Uganda constructed ... -
Profitability of organic coffee production among small scale farmers in Luwero District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)Coffee is a major cash crop for Uganda both in terms of foreign exchange earnings and employment creation. Uganda coffee production is dominantly done by small scale farmers and is organic in nature, with about 77% of ... -
Assessing the factors that influence value addition to honey among bee farmers in Kakiri Sub-County, Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2023)The study was about assessing the factors that influence value addition to Honey among bee-farmers in Kakiri sub-county, Wakiso district. This study was guided by three objectives which were to; identify the apiculture ... -
Serological prevalence and distribution of Peste des Petits Ruminants and its associated risk factors in Ntoroko District
(Makerere University, 2024)The seroprevalence and risk factors of Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) were determined in unvaccinated sheep and goats in Ntoroko district. A total of 73 sera samples were collected from the sheep (n=33) and goats (n=40) ... -
Fertilizer use, sustainable land management practices and their effects on coffee productivity
(Makerere University, 2023)This study examined the effects of synergistic adoption of fertilizer and sustainable land management on coffee production using data from 628 ACDP farmers and it aimed to provide valuable insights to support coffee farmers ... -
Assessing factors affecting coffee profitability among farmers in Kamengo Sub County, Kamengo, Sub County, Mpigi District
(Makerere University, 2024)Agriculture accounts for 70% of employment on small farms and occupies half of all land area in Uganda providing half of all exports and one- quarter of the county’s GDP. It’s considered the leading sector for future ... -
Assessment of factors affecting goat production in Kyankwanzi District - Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Livestock production in Uganda contributes 5.25%and 17% to total GDP and agricultural GDP respectively. Despite efforts to improve and increase goat production, most farmers are still keeping very few goats. This research ... -
The impact ofsmall scale chicken farming on livelihood of the agricultural households in Kampala City suburbs: A case study on Nansana Town Council
(Makerere University, 2022)This study’s main objective was to assess the impact of small scale chicken production on the livelihood of agricultural households in Kampala suburbs, a case study of Nansana town council. This study used a cross-sectional ... -
Status of Ground Water Pollution with Escherichia coli in Bwaise III Parish Kampala, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-01-30)The dominant groundwater quality problems in Uganda are related to poor sanitation and fecal coliforms have been found in some groundwater. Despite these water quality problems, groundwater remains the most important source ... -
Examining the contribution of livestock farming on the welfare of small holder farmers in Mataale sub-county, Kibaale district.
(Makerere University, 2022-12-20)The major purpose of this study was to analyze the contribution of livestock farming on the welfare of small holder farmers in matale sub county kibaale district. the specific objectives of the study were: to determine ... -
The impact of fertilizer application on bean productivity.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-22)Bean production plays a critical role in enhancing household food security and income. Despite the role of the crop, farmers of western region still encounter different constraints during production of the crop. The study ... -
Assessment of the market performance of cassava along the value chain in Teso Region
(Makerere University, 2021-04)Cassava is one of the most important food crops in Teso. It is traditionally utilized in many processed forms, the most common being chips and flour. Besides being a food crop, cassava is attracting more attention as a ... -
Factors affecting the use of cultural methods in the control of BXW in Rubaya Sub-county, Mbarara District.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-20)Banana Xanthomonas Wilt (BXW) is the most devastating banana disease in Uganda causing up to 100% yield loss if not controlled. In response, a number of cultural methods have been recommended by a number of organizations ... -
Assessment of factors affecting profitability of smallholder sugarcane farmers: a case of Butembe county, Jinja district.
(Makerere University, 2023-09-08)The purpose of the study was to assess the factors affecting profitability of smallholder sugarcane farmers, a case of Butembe county, Jinja district. This was achieved by the guidance of the following hypothesis, ... -
Assessing the effect of inorganic NPK fertilizer on tea (Camellia sinensis) production in Ruhaija village, Burere subcounty, Buhweju district.
(Makerere University, 2022-12-10)ABSTRACT The study aimed at analyzing the effect of inorganic N, P, K fertilizer on production of Camellia sinensis in Ruhaija Village Burere sub-county Buhweju District. The study was guided by four specific objectives ... -
Financing options and profitability among ground nut farmers in Olupe Subcounty Kumi District
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Access to credit plays a vital role in the agricultural sector, particularly for small-scale farmers, to enhance productivity, increase profitability, and stimulate economic growth. This study investigated the profitability ... -
Evaluating the efficacy of different selective herbicides for weed management among six Maksoy Soybean varieties.
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Weeds are the most economically important biotic stressor in soybean production in Uganda and Sub-Saharan Africa as a whole. Several selective chemical herbicides provide control over a wide range of weed species however, ... -
Farmers’ perceptions towards use of radio as a medium for accesssing agricultural information in Adwari sub-county, Otuke district.
(Makerere University, 2024-01)Radio is the most widely used medium for disseminating information to rural audiences across Africa, with farm radio programs emerging as important drivers of change among farmers. This study was carried out to examine the ... -
Factors influencing household dietary diversity: a case of Kampala City, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-07)The purpose of this research study was to examine the factors influencing the household dietary diversity (HDD) in Kampala City, Uganda. A sample of 120 respondents were identified using a cross-sectional survey with the ... -
Assessing consumer preferences and purchase behaviours’ for fresh maize in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-07)Maize (Zea mays) is most commonly grown and consumed in Uganda, both by humans and animals. Despite the abundance of maize production in Uganda, there is limited understanding for the market potential of fresh maize. In ...