Working Document Series Open Access University student-centered outreach for rural innovations and community transformation in northern Uganda 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
Working Document Series Open Access The status of indegnous chicken production in northern Uganda 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
Working Document Series Open Access Identifying conditions for phytase enzyme adaption in African catfish feeds 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
Working Document Series Open Access Pesticide use for management of aphids and viral diseases in passion fruit J. Karungi · M. Ochwo-Ssemakula · A. Olango · P. Sseruwagi Passionfruit viral pathogens limit passionfruit production and are non-persistently transmitted by aphid vectors, the diseases can reduce orchard life span to only a year resulting to 100% yield loss. 50-100% loss due to biotic stresses ha… RUF-34086 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Combining ability and gene action in a diallel cross of eight sesame genotypes P. Gibson · W Okello-Anyanga · P.R. Rubaihayo · P. Tukamuhabwa An 8 x 8 diallel cross mating design with the parents and F1s excluding the reciprocals was used to estimate gene action and combining ability analysis for yield and some yield components in sesame (Sesamum indicum). These genotypes were e… RUF-34073 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Breeding for common bean rust in Uganda S. Nkalubo · B. A. Odogwu · P. Rubaihayo Rust caused by the fungi Uromyces appendiculatus is considered as one of the most variable pathogens documented world-wide. In Uganda, rust has been identified as an emerging common bean disease and this has contributed to its being given … RUF-34067 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Aphid transmission and alternate hosts of Passiflora chlorotic mottle virus in Uganda J. Karungi · M.N. Nantale · M. Ochwo-Ssemakula · P. Sseruwagi This research established aphid vectors and alternate hosts of Passiflora chlorotic mottle virus in Uganda. Aphids and host plants were collected from farmers’ fields in major passion fruit growing districts in Uganda. Transmission tests w… RUF-34058 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Inheritance of resistance to Brown Spot Disease in upland rice in Uganda J. Lamo · M.Marco Mwendo · M. Ochwo-Ssemakula Low yields in rice (Oryza sativa) are attributed by many factors including diseases which represent one of the main constraints. The Brown spot disease (caused by Helminthosporium oryzae) in most rice growing areas cause’s considerable los… RUF-34048 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Row covers for management of insect-vectored viral diseases of tomato in Uganda H. Jurua · J. Karungi · M.K.N. Ochwo-Ssemakula · P. Sseruwagi Tomato production in Uganda is constrained by among others use of low quality planting materials, non-availability of inputs, sub-optimum agronomic practices, pests and diseases. Studies have shown that viral diseases have quickly become a… RUF-34016 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Local chicken production in northern Uganda: Breeding practices and flock productivity A. Kayitesi · D.R. Kugonza · H. Mulindwa · C. Nakkazi +1 more In Uganda, the local chicken population is estimated at 44 million and these chickens play an integral role in the smallholder farming systems. Contribution of local chicken in rural household economies is mainly limited by its low output … RUF-33992 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Ecological niche modeling of geographic distribution of Bacillus anthracis and risk of Anthrax disease in Africa B.E Isabirye · A. Mayamba · C. Nakato · I. Rwomushana +1 more Anthrax is one of the seven major neglected zoonotic diseases in Africa. The disease is responsible for enormous economic losses as well as considerable human morbidity, especially in endemic areas. Despite this, the ecology and distributi… RUF-33975 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Developing ecological management strategies for virus diseases of tomato in Uganda S. Ahabwe · H. Jurua · J. Karungi · M.K.N. Ochwo-Ssemakula +1 more Tomato (Lycoperscum esculentum) is one of the priority crops considered to drive development and food security in Uganda. However, severe levels of viral diseases have been found to constrain productivity in Uganda: A survey found mean inc… RUF-33944 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Land use change effect on carbon stocks in western Uganda J.G.M. Majaliwa · H. Makuma-Massa · D. Mfutumikiza · C. Nandozi +1 more This study was conducted in Fortportal Municipality, Kabarole District of Western Uganda to find out the effect of land use change on carbon stocks between 1973 and 2000. Landsat series of 1973, 1986 and 2000 of Fortportal municipality wer… RUF-33909 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access The dissonance between concept and practice: The WATERCAP project as an example of a partial paradigm shift towards system innovation N. Faltmann · L. Haller · Probst. Lorenz · M. Wurzinger Approaches related to system innovation, including participatory action and monitoring have become mainstream in planning and implementing development projects. It is far from clear, however, what different stakeholders mean when they comm… RUF-33904 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Constraints and opportunities for sustainable partnership between Universities, small-holder farming communities and development agencies: The case of the WATERCAP Project in Uganda F. Birungi Kyazze · P. Kibwika · N. Kiggundu Efforts were undertaken through the auspices of a collaborative project “Strengthening Universities Capacities for Mitigating Climate Induced Change Water Vulnerability – WATERCAP” to address a key challenge of water scarcity in dryland ar… RUF-33884 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Climate warming and range shifts of four medicinal plants in Africa: Insights from predictive bioclimatic models B.E Isabirye · N.C. Mweya · I. Rwomushana · J.R.S. Tabuti +1 more Medicinal plant species constitute an accessible and affordable health-care alternative, and are an important source of livelihood for indigenous and rural populations. However, over harvesting and habitat losses due to land use and fragme… RUF-33880 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Dynamics of land use and land cover change in semi-arid Karamoja sub-region, Uganda A. Egeru · L. MacOpiyo · M.G.J. Majaliwa · J. Mburu +1 more There is limited information on the patterns of land use and land cover changes taking place in the semi-arid ecosystem of Karamoja, a key livestock producing sub-region of Uganda. Thus, this study was designed to determine the pattern and… RUF-33872 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of entrepreneurship training of smallholder farmers on soybean productivity and household incomes in Lango Sub-region, Northern Uganda P. Ebanyat · W. Ekere · L. Rokani · P. Walekwa The soybean value chain has a potential to increase smallholder farmers’ incomes and has significant growth potential yet soybean farming households lack services such as education which is tailored to address the real challenges they face… RUF-33858 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Selection strategy for developing maize inbred lines with drought and disease resistance in Uganda G. Asea · B. U. L. Castiano · R. Edema Breeding for host plant resistance along with performance traits requires the use of an effective breeding method and selection strategy. Such a selection strategy and related indices should contribute to reducing the time required for bre… RUF-33842 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Agro Market Day L. Katusiime Every district in Uganda has markets which open on different days selling a variety of produce. Farmers bring their produce to these markets with the hope of getting buyers but it is not always obvious that they get buyers so they have to … RUF-33829 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Components of resistance that reduce the rate of blast epidemic in GULU-E finger millet variety of northern Uganda J. C. Aru · P. Okori · N. Wanyera There is a large demand for finger millet in East Africa, which is produced in the lake region countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda among others. In Uganda, finger millet is second only to maize as a major cereal crop, and occu… RUF-33826 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Technological change in Uganda’s agriculture between 2005-2010 R.M. Kalibwani · E. Kato · J. Mutenyo The study estimates the rate of technological change in Uganda’s agriculture between 2005- 2010 across the 4 major regions of the country. Using a nationally representative household panel data set, we use a time trend variable in the stoc… RUF-33815 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access The role of farmers’ organizations in linking smallholder farmers to maize markets in Eastern Uganda G. Elepu · P. Gimbo · P. Kibwika The warehouse receipt system for maize (Zea mays L.) was introduced in Uganda to enhance farmer access to markets and credit in order to increase the efficiency of the maize value chain and to improve smallholder incomes. Though, since the… RUF-33808 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Journal articles Open Access Potential climate change adaptation and coping practices for agricultural productivity in the mountain areas of South Western Uganda P. Ababo · A. Achom · E. Adipala · Y. Bamutaze +6 more Agricultural productivity in Rwenzori mountain area is declining and undermining food security in the region. This trend has been accelerated in recent years due to rapid changes in climatic conditions. Climate change adaptation and coping… RUF-33749 2015 CC BY 4.0 24 Jun 2015
Tenders, Procurement, and Expressions of Interest Open Access Country level study on the status of the higher agricultural education sector in Uganda The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) invites suitably qualified individuals to undertake an assessment of higher education systems, with specific emphasis on the agricultural sector with view of id… RUF-33738 2015 CC BY 4.0 24 Jun 2015
