Working Document Series Open Access Response of local and improved cowpea varieties to Rhizobia inoculation and phosphorus in West Nile region of Uganda R. Amayo · S. Nyamaizi · B. B. Obaa · G. Olupot +2 more Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.Walp) is an important food security and cash crop among poor households especially in eastern and northern Uganda. However farmers have reported grain yields as low as 50 kg ha-1, far below the potential yield o… RUF-36965 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access In-vitro techniques for elimination of viruses causing cassava mosaic disease and cassava brown streak disease G. Nakabonge · J.B. Okori Cassava brown streak disease (CBSD) and cassava mosaic disease (CMD) are the two most important viral diseases affecting cassava (Manihot esculenta) production in Uganda. The two diseases persist in the plant system causing yield losses an… RUF-36958 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of biochemical components as a mechanism of cassava resistance to whitefly infestation in Uganda S. Kyamanywa · M. Mwala · N. Mwila · E. Nuwamanya +2 more Bemisia tabaci is one of the most common whitefly species worldwide that have been identified to cause serious harm in various crops through direct damage and as a vector of viral diseases. In Uganda, cassava varieties used have succumbed … RUF-36956 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Identification of Turcicum leaf blight resistance genes in sorghum using comparative genomics Mayada Mamoun Beshir · S. Manthi · D.A. Odeny · P. Okori Turcicum leaf blight, caused by Exserohilum turcicum (Pass) K.J. Leonard and E.G. Suggs (teleomorph: Setosphaeria turcica (Luttrell) Leonard and Suggs), formerly known as Helminthosporium turcicum, is a major foliar disease of both sorghum… RUF-36953 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Journal articles Open Access How farmer videos trigger social learning to enhance innovation among smallholder rice farmers in Uganda Gabriel Karubanga · P. Kibwika · Florent Okry · H. Sseguya Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools such as videos promoted to enhance farmer access to information to influence change in farming practices need to be situated in social learning processes. Farmers learn and innovate thro… RUF-36952 2017 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Sources and inheritance of resistance to Sesame Webworm in Uganda W. Anyanga · M. Biruma · R. Edema · P. Gibson +3 more Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) is an important income security crop among smallholder farmers in Eastern and Northern Uganda. However, Sesame webworm (Antigastra catalaunalis Dup) causes high yield loses in Uganda. A few sesame genotypes resi… RUF-36946 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of the response of rice genotypes to bacterial leaf streak disease in Uganda M. Kanaabi · J. Lamo · P. Tukamuhabwa · G. Tusiime Destructive rice diseases like bacterial leaf streak (Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzicola) have been reported to be on the increase. In 2014, researchers in Uganda spotted signs typical of bacterial leaf streak disease (BLS) in rice fields in… RUF-36941 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Bacterial leaf streak disease of Rice: A silent constraint to Rice production in Uganda J.L. Andaku · G. Onaga · P. Tukamuhabwa · G. Tusiime Bacterial leaf streak disease (BLS) caused by Xanthomonas oryzae pv oryzicola is one of the emergent biotic constraints to rice production in Africa. The disease, which can cause yield loss of up to 60% on susceptible cultivars, was observ… RUF-36938 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Relationship between causal pathogens for maize ear rots and grain yield in tropical maize in Uganda J.C. Alunga · G. Asea · P. Gibson · D.B. Kwemoi +1 more Maize ear rots caused by Aspergillus flavus, Fusarium graminearum and Stenocarpella maydis reduce the quality of maize through production of mycotoxins and carcinogenic compounds that are harmful to both humans and animals when consumed. T… RUF-36936 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Pathogenicity of pineapple heart rot disease causal organisms in Central Uganda B. Bua · J. Oculi · A. Ocwa · G. Tusiime Pineapple (Ananas comosus L. Merrill) is one of the most important horticultural crops in many tropical and sub-tropical countries including Uganda. Currently, pineapple production in Uganda is being threatened by the outbreak of Pineapple… RUF-36920 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of cultivar and thermotherapy combined with meristem-tip culture on eliminating prevalent viruses infecting potato in Uganda R. Kakuhenzire · M. Ochwo-Ssemakula · M. Waswa Potato (Solanum tuberosum) is an important crop in eastern and south-western highlands agro-ecological zone of Uganda where it is suitable for bridging periods of food shortage. However, production is constrained by viruses which reduce yi… RUF-36917 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Prevalence of varroa mite infestations among honey bee colonies in Uganda A.M. Akol · D.R. Kugonza · D. Namayanja Honey bees (Apis mellifera) are well adapted insects with great economic importance as pollinators and honey producers. However, their health is being threatened by various diseases and pests among which is the Varroa mite (Varroa destruct… RUF-36916 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of Mungbean plant spacing for optimising yield in smallholder cropping systems F. Ajio · F. Kagoda · H. Talwana Mungbean production in Uganda is done largely by smallholder farmers and characterized by low yields. In order to increase the production and adaptability of mungbeans, it is vital to determine the optimum spacing within smallholder croppi… RUF-36895 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Diversity of sorghum in farmers’ fields in Northern and Eastern Uganda P.C. Apunyo · M. Businge · P. Isubikalu · T.L. Odong +1 more Crop genetic diversity is one of the key resources available to humanity for effective response to challenges associated with climate change and the ever-growing world population. Sorghum is a marginal environment crop with needs for const… RUF-36892 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Demand for African indigenous vegetables and seed in Uganda C. Alokit · K.M. Kansiime · D.K. Karanja African Indigenous Vegetables (AIVs) have traditionally been a significant contributor to food security, nutrition and incomes for smallholder farmers in many parts of East Africa. However, farmers’ capacity to grow and benefit from AIVs h… RUF-36886 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Diversity and utilization of selected edible indigenous fruit trees in Northern Uganda J.G. Agea · Hudson Ogwali · J.B.L. Okullo Tropical fruit trees constitute important biological resources in the global agro-biodiversity context. Unlike the tropical fruit trees of American and Asian origin, indigenous fruit trees (IFTs) of tropical Africa have scarcely achieved t… RUF-36873 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Influence of mountainous ecosystems in the production of Arabica coffee J. Bonabana-Wabbi · S. Cherukut · J. Karungi · J.B. Tumuhairwe The aim of this study is to gain an understanding of how land use intensity in high altitude areas and soil management influences abundance and diversity of natural enemies, including pests of coffee and influences on microclimate and soil… RUF-36871 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Comparison of the perceived and “unseen” value of trees in Kamuli district in Eastern Uganda Armstrong, B. Atugumya · M. Isabirye Farmers’ knowledge on agro ecosystems is essential in sustainable tree-crop integration and management. Understanding the various ways farmers attach value to agrarian trees and a scientific evaluation on the contribution of trees in terms… RUF-36865 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Socio-economic drivers of ecosystem service provision J. Bonabana-Wabbi · B. Mugonola · M. Ssengabi Land degradation is one of the major problems affecting not only Uganda but the whole of Sub Saharan Africa (SSA). This challenge is partly due to high population densities and overexploitation of natural resources. Farmers in SSA have now… RUF-36861 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Influence of organizational structure on actor interaction within community level innovation platforms in eastern Uganda F.B. Kyazze · R. Mukebezi · B. Obaa Several studies indicate how the self-organizing nature of innovation platforms (IPs) influences actor interaction and networking. However, most of these studies tend to be biased towards the high level IPs. This study assessed how organiz… RUF-36859 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access The role of Information and Communication Technology in enhancing universitysmallholder farming community engagement Drake Patrick Mirembe · B. Obaa · F.P. Tulinayo In the modern information economy, communication and information sharing is key in improving one’s way of working, thinking and living. Studies indicate that despite the flourishing Information Communication Technology (ICT) sector and a v… RUF-36847 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Implementation of a computerized accounting system at RUFORUM Secretariat Evelyn Aguti · Judith Nakyobe · E. Nambi · Wyclef Ssewankambo While some organizations still do their bookkeeping by hand, most organizations generally have many transactions making manual accounting system difficult and inefficient. The more complicated the financial activities of your business are,… RUF-36845 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Nutrition education competences needed by agricultural extension workers: perceptions of farmers and field extension workers in Uganda M.K. Kabahenda · M. N. Mangheni · F. Shimali Multi-sectoral nutrition education approaches espoused by Uganda and other countries call for active involvement of agricultural extension workers in education and guidance of farmers on household nutrition. However, there is inadequate un… RUF-36839 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Enhancing agricultural knowledge sharing among smallholder farmers in Uganda: An evaluation of mobile and web technologies Drake Patrick Mirembe · E. Mwesigwa · F.P. Tulinayo Agricultural information is critical in improving smallholder agricultural production and linking increased production to markets. Publically funded research and indigenous knowledge are the main sources of agricultural knowledge for small… RUF-36838 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Characteristics of effective nutrition-agricultural extension interventions: lessons from civil society extension organizations in Uganda M.K. Kabahenda · M. N. Mangheni · T. Sitenda · P. Walekhwa Conventional agricultural extension interventions have focused on production objectives with limited attention on nutrition. Recently, there has been a new thrust by the international and regional organizations as well as national governme… RUF-36835 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
