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 A comparative study of two sampling approaches for the coconut whitefly and its associated parasitoids in Inhambane province, Mozambique D. Cugala · Ronald Kityo Research to develop and evaluate pest management tactics requires meaningful measurements of populations of pests and/or beneficial organisms for accurate and precise estimation. Sample size and number of samples corresponding to fixed lev… RUF-36914 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Invasions by insects in Mozambique – a threat to agricultural production and food security D. Cugala · A. Massamby · O. Miguel · L. Santos +1 more Biological invasions or invasive alien species (IAS) are those plants and animals which are introduced, establish and spread outside of their home range, causing economic, social and environmental harm. The term ‘‘biological invasion’’ hig… RUF-36913 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Adoption and welfare effects of integrated soil fertility management technologies among smallholder maize and pigeon pea farmers in Tanzania G.M. Diiro · P. Hillbur · Marco, B. Sanka This study analyzed farmer adoption of integrated soil fertility management (ISFM) and its impact on household welfare in Babati district, Tanzania. Cross-sectional survey data collected from a random sample of 500 maize and pigeonpea farm… RUF-36911 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Sensitivity of Ceres-maize simulated yields to biogeochemical components R. Ankumah · S.M. Kajumla · Devotha, J. Mwazembe · F. Rwehumbiza Change in environmental conditions including climate change is already occurring and is expected to affect crop production. This has led to a need to assess the impact of such changes to crop production so as to develop the adaptation stra… RUF-36908 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of germination and Sodium hydroxide treatment on protein digestibility of sorghum Hafiz Abdal · S. Gibreil · M. Melingasuk Protein digestibility is an effective means of determining growth and development in animals, however few studies have been undertaken on Protein digestibility of sorghum which is one of the main cereals used in Poultry feeding. This study… RUF-36902 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Consumers’ knowledge and preferences for organic vegetables in Tanzania G. Elepu · D.D. Sendewa · A.A. Temu In the last few years, organic food consumption has increased globally. This increase is due to widely reported incidents of some dangerous diseases related associated with consumption of food products produced with high levels of industri… RUF-36898 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Factors influencing on-farm common bean productivity in Manyara region in Tanzania Eliud A. Birachi · Saimon Venance Karane · P. Mshenga Common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are an important food and cash crop in developing countries. In Tanzania, different common bean varieues are grown by many farmers. However, productivity of all common beans is still far below the potentia… RUF-36896 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 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 Genetic variation in Durum wheat in N-use efficiency and heritability of traits at different N fertilizer levels of application W. Bayu · M. Belay · T. Dessalegn Twelve durum wheat genotypes were evaluated for Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE) and related traits using two rates of nitrogen fertilizer application (69 kg N ha-1 and 115 kg N ha- 1) in a randomized complete block design with three replicat… RUF-36891 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 Pathways to secure smallholder farmer seed security H. Charlie · S. Elirehema · L. Kachulu · E. Monyo +5 more The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) in partnership with several agencies in east and southern Africa have been testing and implementing different strategies to improve seed security of under inves… RUF-36882 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 Characterisation of Baobab in selected wild populations in Malawi Herbert Jenya · Joel Luhanga · Chimuleke, R.Y. Munthali Adansonia digitata L. is a multi-purpose indigenous fruit tree with high nutritional and economic value. However, limited studies have been undertaken on Adansonia digitata particularly in Malawi. This study was conducted to characterize f… RUF-36869 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 Empirical assessment of the relative performance of orthogonal contrast analysis for optimization A.E. Assogbadjo · R. Glèlè Kakaï · R. Idohou · V.K. Salako +1 more Optimization in decision making is essential for efficient allocation of rare resources. Finding the optimal values for a given process has been a key issue in statistical science. Analysis of variance is one of the popular statistical met… RUF-36863 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 Farmers groups and extension impact: Exploring female farmer’s roles, levels of participation and livelihood benefits within milk bulking groups of Dowa and Dedza districts in Malawi N. Mvula · J.J. Mzamu-Kampanje Women play a significant and crucial role in agriculture by providing labour in crop production, and livestock management that provide household food and income when small surpluses are sold. There is need therefore for equipping and empow… RUF-36858 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access University community linkage: selection and piloting of agro-innovation enterprise clusters to enhance income of households in rural areas of Tigray region, northern Ethiopia O.M. Adesope · G. Dawit · M. Kebede · P. Mshenga +2 more This study was designed to select and pilot agro-innovation clusters in the mandate areas of Mekelle University, namely Enderta, Raya Azebo and Wukro kiltewlaelo. Farmers at the grass root level and stakeholders at different levels identif… RUF-36855 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Strengthening capacity for effective smallholder farmers support through university, research and government partnership T. Ngotho · D. Norris There is general consensus that the linear prescriptive model of technology generation and transfer from researchers to farmers often through extension has failed to deliver expected outcomes. Past approaches to agricultural research and d… RUF-36850 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
