Publications

Y. Akinbamijo

Science is vital in the development of African agriculture. The role of science in enhancing agricultural productivity, competitiveness and market access in Africa is too important for it to be outsourced, and African leaders have to inves…

RUF-34216 2014 CC BY 4.0 17 Aug 2015

E. M. Makori · Hunja Murage · Mwanjala Mwasaru · N. O. Ojijo +3 more

Sweet sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L) Moench) represents an analogous crop to sugarcane with similar accumulation of sugars in its juicy stems but with a higher agronomic stability to temperature fluctuations, less water requirement and bette…

RUF-34211 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

N. Hembapu · A. Kahumba · E. Lutaaya · I. Mpofu +1 more

The study was conducted to evaluate the nutritional characteristics of five indigenous legumes compared against Lucerne as potential livestock fodder. Samples of the five legumes (Indigofera cryptantha, Rhynchosia totta, Medicago laciniata…

RUF-34205 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

M.T. Masarirambi · T.T. Mkhonta · T. Ndlovu · D.A. Otieno +3 more

Harsh fibre production processes contributing to challenges in the ecosystem have rekindled the interest on green fibres and eco-friendly products globally. This interest has propelled some developing countries, including Swaziland, to exp…

RUF-34202 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

W. Kogi-Makau · L. MacOpiyo · J.T. Njoka · W. P. Watete

Assessment of poverty among pastoral households using conventional methods may at times give an inaccurate picture of pastoral poverty. Pastoral areas generally fare very poorly in terms of common standard indicators and are thus likely to…

RUF-34201 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

N. Ozor

With recent changes in the financing and delivery of agricultural extension service worldwide due to inability of some governments to cope with varied needs of clients, most reforms initiated tend towards a pluralistic approach and financi…

RUF-34198 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

J. G. Nyaanga · S. O. Ochola · K. O. Ogayo · J. O. Ogendo +2 more

A field survey was conducted to inventory the major crops grown, French bean production constraints, pests and diseases and indigenous control strategies. A total of 56 smallholder French bean farmers were interviewed using structured ques…

RUF-34196 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

K. El-siddig · J.M. Githeko · N.S. Musa

In Sudan common sources of agricultural information that have been used are the radio, television, extension, magazines, newspapers and face-to-face communication. This paper sought to identify the key factors that influence the use of ICT…

RUF-34195 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

M.T. Masarirambi · T. Ndlovu · J.M. Thwala · V.S. Vilane +1 more

Plant fibres play a major role in the lives of many rural peoples, especially women in Swaziland. It is known to produce strong and hard fibres which tend to limit the users in terms of product development. This research study, therefore, …

RUF-34194 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

S. W. Kalule · B. Mugonola · W. Odongo · D. Ongeng

In Uganda, while Universities are considered centers of knowledge creation and dissemination, their explicit role in economic development is largely less developed. Gulu University, at its inception sought to respond to this concern and po…

RUF-34193 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

A. Kamangira · J. Kang’ombe · F. Kapute · V. Kasulo +5 more

The project aims at contributing to increased fish production in rural communities of Mpamba in Nkhatabay district of Malawi. The aim is being achieved through developing quality affordable feed from locally available ingredients, evaluati…

RUF-34191 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

L. Haambiya · D. Kambewa · E. Kaunda · Jeremy Likongwe +1 more

Despite recent policies for optimizing sustainable management of fisheries, their success has been modest in practice. Excessive fishing effort and use of unsustainable fishing methods attributed to common-property of and free access to th…

RUF-34185 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

E. Ehabe Ejolle · G. Elambo Nkeng · J. Njukeng Nkengafac · Ewalds. Schnug

The main source of natural rubber is the rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis), an important crop to the Cameroonian economy. In order to improve yields while maintaining tree sustainability, nutrient norms must be derived for proper nutrient a…

RUF-34183 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

J. Dennis · S. Hobbs · J. Mulema · W. Ochilo

Plant health stakeholders in Africa face many challenges to manage crop pests. Apart from lack of access to vital knowledge and resources, new threats from globalization, climate change and population growth have led to a rapid pace of cha…

RUF-34179 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

J. Kang’ombe · F. Kapute · O.V. Msiska · K. Mzengereza +1 more

The aquaculture sector in Malawi contributes two percent to nation’s fish production. Availability of affordable quality feed is one of the most important problems that hamper aquaculture growth in Malawi. This study, therefore, aimed at i…

RUF-34171 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

D. Sebbowa

The teaching and learning process is becoming a big challenge at Higher Education Institutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. This is mainly due to the challenges created by the liberalization of University Education and the implied surge in stude…

RUF-34170 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015

H. Affognon · J. Nalunkuuma · F. K. Njonge · D. Salifu

The aim of the study was to determine the impact of the zero grazing practice on milk production by the small-scale farmers’ in western Kenya. A cross sectional survey was undertaken on 520 livestock farmers from Kisii and Bungoma counties…

RUF-34166 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015

A. Kayitesi · D.R. Kugonza · H. Mulindwa · C. Nakkazi +1 more

Indegnous chicken production is important for many rural households. Although it is a small and sometimes unorganized sector, it makes a substantial contribution to food security by providing eggs and meat for home consumption and, to some…

RUF-34162 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015

T. Christiane · M. Ernest · A. N. Gitau · E. F. Mwanga

The Agriculture sector contributes 45% of Tanzania’s GDP and about 30% of its export earnings, while employing over 80% of the nation’s work-force. Despite of its importance, agriculture is very much affected by inadequacy, seasonality and…

RUF-34161 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015

H. Affognon · D. Cugala · L. Muchiriuarapa

Prostephanus truncatus is a serious and dominant pest of stored maize in Mozambique. Before the introduction of P. truncatus in Mozambique in 1999, weight loss in stored maize in small scale farmers’ system was about 10 to 12% and Sitophil…

RUF-34159 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015

S.W. Chenyambuga · T. Damas Msaki · D.M. Komwihangilo · E.E. Ndemanisho

Decrease in quantity and quality of pastures during the dry season in Kongwa District has resulted into reduced milk production from the improved dairy goat breeds in the area. Available indigenous leguminous tree and shrub leaves can supp…

RUF-34154 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015

K.M. Komeine Nantanga

The major source of energy to humans is starch. The digestion of starch in monogastric animals, including humans starts in the mouth. It may continue in the stomach. Pancreatic amylase further digests starch as the food moves through the s…

RUF-34153 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015

H. Kasigwa · C. Kemigabo · C. Masembe · D. Sikawa

This research was conducted to establish and streamline conditions and optimum amount of phytase enzyme required for its adoption for improved digestibility of plant based catfish feeds. This started with analysis of pH along African catfi…

RUF-34149 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015

M. G. Appollis · L. Kaholongo · A. Kahumba · E. Lutaaya +1 more

The level of N fixation from effectively nodulated legumes depends on the growth rate of the legume and upon soil conditions. The main objective of this study was to compare the vegetative growth of Lablab purpureus and Canavalia ensiformi…

RUF-34148 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015

E.H. Kamau · C.A. Serrem · F.W. Wamunga

Protein Energy Malnutrition accounts for 50% of the annual deaths of children aged below 5 years. Complementary foods for such young children should be protein efficient and nutrient dense. Compositing complementary flours with legumes of …

RUF-34147 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015