Working Document Series Open Access Radio-sensitivity test of five cowpea genotypes S.N.T.T. Addy · M. Adu · E. Afutu · G. Amenorpe +3 more The productivity of cowpea is much less, when compared to other pulse crops because new varieties do not satisfy the consumer needs and the expected yield of farmers. Mutagenesis is one of the effective methods of crop improvement. To effe… RUF-40102 2019 CC BY 4.0 16 May 2023
TAGDev Resources Open Access A compelling case for seed enterprises as a tool for rural development in the smallholder farming sector U. Mazarura · N. Munyaka · B.M. Mvumi This study analysed the community seed business developed by the Seeds and Markets Project (SAMP) managed by GRM International. The community seed business developed was named Zaka Super Seeds and was later named Zimbabwe Super Seeds as it… RUF-37186 2017 CC BY 4.0 27 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Developing cowpea and bean genotypes with tolerance to bruchid beetle J. Mataa · K. Munyinda · L. Pungulani · P.H. Sohati +1 more Cowpea and beans are important grain legume pulses in sub-Saharan Africa, but yields have been characteristically low as a result of both abiotic and biotic stresses. Among the biotic stresses infestation by the bruchid beetles Callosobruc… RUF-36421 2016 CC BY 4.0 26 Oct 2016
Working Document Series Open Access Cowpea resistance to scab fungus in Uganda: Can resistance be achieved using landraces as source of genes? E. Adipala · E. Afutu · M. Biruma · P.R. Rubaihayo Cowpea (Viga unguiculata L. Walp), the third most important legume food crop in Uganda is faced with a lot of challenges, paramount among them being scab disease. Mean yield is less than 400 kg/ha though the crop has a yield potential of 3… RUF-36238 2016 CC BY 4.0 18 Oct 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Effect of pretreatments and drying on nutrient content of orange fleshed sweet potato tubers and cowpea leaves used in Maswa district, Tanzania. Christerbel. Nicanuru Rural communities in Tanzania are increasing suffering from food shortage and malnutrition (Vitamin A deficiency, Protein energy malnutrition and Iron deficiency Anaemia). A household survey was conducted to determine the baseline situatio… RUF-35947 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 May 2016
Journal articles Open Access Evaluation of Ugandan cowpea germplasm for yield and resistance to scab disease E. Afutu · M. Biruma · K.E. Mohammed · T.L. Odong +1 more Aims: This study was conducted to identify cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) cultivars with high yield potential and resistance to scab disease caused by Sphaceloma sp. in Uganda. 100 cowpea genotypes were evaluated at two locations (Kabanyolo an… RUF-35935 2016 CC BY 4.0 3 May 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Determining quantity of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) leaf yield under different manure application regimes and cropping systems in Western Kenya D.A. Olal The low production of cereals and legumes among small-scale farmers in Kenya attributed to declining soil fertility and poor agronomic practices has led to renewed interest to review existing crop improvement technologies. Such technologie… RUF-35909 2015 CC BY 4.0 29 Feb 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Efficacy of manual seed sorting methods in reduction of transmission of rice and cowpea seed-borne diseases Geofrey. Kawube The production of rice and cowpea in Uganda is increasing in acreage rather than productivity. This is attributed to a number of factors, mainly seed-borne diseases. The farmers in Uganda mainly use farm saved seeds for planting. These see… RUF-35511 2005 CC BY 4.0 29 Sep 2015
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Weed effects on growth and yield of cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.) Richard Sebuliba-Mutumba An investigation was carried out at Kawanda Agricultural Research Institute (KARI) to determine the effect of weed management regimes and weed population density on growth and yield of cowpeas (vigna unguiculata L. Walp). Weeds in a cowpea… RUF-35449 1995 CC BY 4.0 25 Sep 2015
Newsletters Open Access The RUFORUM monthly Newsletter August, 2011 RUF-35283 2011 CC BY 4.0 17 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Seed-borne viruses detected on farm-retained seeds from smallholder farmers in Zimbabwe, Burkina Faso, Bangladesh and Vietnam W. Manyangarirwa · C.N. Mortensen · J. Sibiya The smallholder farming sector in much of the developing world relies on the use of farm-retained seed. The availability of good quality disease free seed is important in enhancing food security but seed-borne viruses can be a major proble… RUF-35119 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Estimation of consumer preferences for cowpea in Uganda T.S. Hyuha · J. Mundua · B. Tayebwa This study conducted in eastern Uganda, assessed consumer and market vendors preferances for different cowpea varieties grown in Uganda. Both consumers and market vendors prefered large white seeded grains. The study recommends adding valu… RUF-34983 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Effects of cowpea leaf harvesting initiation time on yields and profitability of dual-purpose sole cowpea and cowpea-maize intercrop J.N. Aguyoh · F. M. Itulya · S. Mwanarusi · G. Owour Dual-purpose cowpea production is a common component of many tropical and sub tropical subsistence farming systems. However, limited information exists on effects of leaf harvesting initiation time on yields and profitability of dual-purpo… RUF-34752 2010 CC BY 4.0 10 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of physiological and morphological traits conferring drought tolerance in cowpea D. Lungu · K. Simango A field study was carried at Gwebi VTC to determine relationships among the morpho-physiological traits associated with drought tolerance in cowpea. Fifteen genotypes were planted in RCBD with three replications under two moisture environm… RUF-34685 2010 CC BY 4.0 9 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Comparative effect of farmyard manure, cowpea residues and NPK Fertilizer on maize grain yield in Morogoro G. Habonayo · C.L. Rweyemamu · J.M.R. Semoka Optimal combinations of organic and inorganic fertilizers can give rise to increased maize yields in nutrient depleted soils. In this study, we assessed the effectiveness of cowpea residues and combinations of inorganic fertilizers on maiz… RUF-34587 2010 CC BY 4.0 8 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Detection and screening of yellow and sweet calabash passion fruit for resistance to woodiness disease in Uganda G. Ddamulira · R. Edema · S. Musaana · M.K.N. Ochwo-Ssemakula +1 more In Uganda passion fruit woodiness disease (PWD) damages passion fruit, causing yield losses of 60-100%. This study aimed at detecting and screening yellow and sweet calabash passion fruit for resistance to PWD. Four viruses, namely, Cowpea… RUF-34552 2010 CC BY 4.0 4 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Modelling the potential impact of climate change on sorghum and cowpea production in semi-arid areas of Kenya using the agricultural production systems simulator (APSIM) J.M. Githinji · G. Kironchi · J. P. Mbuvi · R.N. Onwonga Managing crop production risks associated with inter-annual climate variability and climate change has received insignificant attention in the semi-arid areas of Kenya. Against this backdrop, the potential impact of climate change on sorgh… RUF-34537 2010 CC BY 4.0 25 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access An evaluation of the effect of hairy vetch (Vicia villosa Roth) on soil fertility of sandy soils in central Zimbabwe F Mapanda · A. Tumbure · M. Wuta Crop production in smallholder farming systems of Zimbabwe is limited by low inherent soil fertility, particularly N and P and available soil moisture. The use of efficient N fixing legumes is one way that can sustain soil fertility and co… RUF-34460 2010 CC BY 4.0 21 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Potential of hairy vetch (Vicia villosa Roth) to improve soil physical properties of sandy soils in central Zimbabwe D. Chinamo · F Mapanda · G. Nyamadzawo · M. Wuta Most farmers in the smallholder areas practice conventional tillage which results in soil loss of between 10-34 t ha-1 yr-1. Tillage also results in breakdown of macroaggregates into smaller aggregates as well as primary particles. Close p… RUF-34374 2010 CC BY 4.0 20 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Modeling potential impact of climate change on sorghum and cowpea performance under different tillage and cropping systems in semi-arid areas of Kenya T. Kirina Kitinya · R.N. Onwonga Field trials were carried out at Kambi ya Mawe location in Eastern Kenya during the long rains (LRS) of 2010 and short rains (SRS) of 2010/2011, to evaluate effect of tillage and cropping system on performance of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L… RUF-34272 2014 CC BY 4.0 17 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of exotic cowpea genotypes for grain yields in autumn, winter and summer seasons Ahmed Osman Abunearan Medani Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) as leguminous crop was being needed by the people to supplement their diet in form of protein. Our local cultivars did not provide the continuous yields throughout the year; therefore the current research is requ… RUF-33973 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Response of commonly cultivated legumes in Zambia to non-indigenous legume inoculants J. S. K. Banda · Ndashe Kapulu · Malama Mulenga · A. Mutiti Mweetwa +2 more The use of inoculants is a critical strategy in legume production. Several factors determine the efficiency of an inoculant, including the competitiveness of the inoculated against indigenous strains. Although Rhizobia seems to be widely d… RUF-33969 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Conservation agriculture I: Effects of legume crop species on ground cover, soil moisture retention, weed suppression and litter fall on maize yield in Swaziland D. M. Bhekizizwe · O. T. Edje The reintroduction of conservation agriculture in Swaziland required information on crop species that could provide ground cover, suppress weeds and conserve soil moisture. A field experiment was conducted at the Malkerns Research Station … RUF-33903 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Grain yield stability of cowpea genotypes in contrasting environmental conditions in Southern Mozambique J. A. Alfredo · R. M. Chiulele In Southern region of Mozambique crop yields are very unpredictable mostly due to high intra and inter-seasonal and spatial rainfall variability. Assessing yield stability in this region is crucial for identifying best performing genotypes… RUF-33816 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Gynotypic performance of ten cowpea varieties for optimum productivity E. A. Akinrinde · B. T. Morufu · O. D. Ojo In Nigeria, cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp) are grown mainly for home use and are processed into many products including boiled, baked or roasted beans among others for national food security. Growing cowpea could be very cumbersome fo… RUF-33812 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
