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Determinant biological indicators of colony strength in honey bees (Apis mellifera)
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
Despite the high demand in both local and international market for honey and its related products,
beekeepers are unable to supply the required volumes. Honey production especially in Uganda
remains suboptimal, several ...
Effectiveness of acaricides application methods used on cattle in Buwama subcounty
(Makerere University, 2021-03)
This study was carried out between April 2020 and July 2020 to determine the presence of ticks on cattle and examine the methods and practices of acaricide application to cattle in Buwama sub-county.
Semi-structured ...
Assessment of impact of draught animal traction to small holder farmers in Alito subcounty Kole district
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
This research was conducted in Alito Sub County Kole District in Northern Uganda to document the management of draught animals, examine their limitations and evaluate their contributions.
Data was collected using semi ...
Farmer's perception and efficacy of use of winged termite as a source of nutrient in chicken feeds in Gulu City
(Makerere university, 2021)
A study was conducted to determine the farmers’ perception and the effect of the use of winged termites as a source of nutrients in chicken poultry feeds in Gulu city. Qualitative and quantitative data were collected from ...
Seroprevalence and risk factors associated with foot and mouth disease in cattle from selected districts in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Foot and mouth disease remain a major constraint in livestock production along the cattle corridor and in other parts of the country that do not lie along the corridor.Across sectional study was doneto determine the ...
Describing the one health approach: a case study of anthrax outbreak investigation in Arua district, February-May 2018.
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Uganda has made some strides in implementation of the One Health approach in responding to and managing public health events, including outbreaks of zoonotic diseases. From February to May 2018, an outbreak of anthrax ...
Incidence and risk factors of surgical site infections in dogs and cats at selected animal clinics in Kampala city, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Surgical site infections (SSI) are a major threat in veterinary surgery. The occurrence of SSI is associated with an increased patient morbidity, mortality, prolonged hospitalization, increased treatment cost, and emotional ...
Assessment of the effect of COVID-19 lockdown on poultry farmers in Kampala and Wakiso Districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Poultry production is a rapidly evolving sector worldwide. This is due to the rapidly growing human population, limited land in urban areas, and rising global food insecurity. This has pressed a very high demand on the ...
Prevalence of gastro-intestinal parasites in captive felines; a case at The Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
Feline gastrointestinal parasitism constitutes an issue of concern for veterinarians since parasites are widespread and affect animals’ health and welfare. Furthermore, some of these parasites have a zoonotic potential. ...
Prevalence of African animal Trypanosomiasis in cattle in the livestock-wildlife interface area of Semliki National Park
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
African Animal Trypanosomiasis (AAT) is one of the biggest disease problems in Uganda, posing a big threat on livestock production due to its implications on productivity through reduced milk production, emaciation, reduced ...