Working Document Series Open Access Economic assessment of factors influencing the magnitude of losses due to fall armyworm: The case of maize infestation O. C. Omwoyo Maize (Zea mays) is a principal staple crop in Kenya, largely grown under rain-fed agriculture. Its production has been coupled with numerous constraints both biotic and biotic, where the twin vagaries of climate change and poor prices hav… RUF-40803 2019 CC BY 4.0 22 Nov 2023
Working Document Series Open Access JuFresh enterprises practical experiences: Application of the Student’s Enterprise Scheme (SES) Model L. Aciro · J. Alla · H. Amolo · W. Odongo +2 more Motivated by the bumper fruits harvest in the region and concerned about the high level of Post harvest fruit wastage, a group of five MSc Students conceived the business idea of adding value to the fruits through juice making. Registered … RUF-40795 2019 CC BY 4.0 22 Nov 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Factors influencing maize farmers’ access and utilisation of Agricultural Information in Tolon and Kumbungu Districts in Northern Ghana H. Adam · W. N. Kutah · A. M. Mohammed Maize farmers’ access and utilization of information on improved farming technologies is essential in increasing yield of maize. However, maize farmers continue to record low yield, partly due to poor access and utilisation of information.… RUF-40774 2019 CC BY 4.0 21 Nov 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Managing Agriculture Risk through Commodity Exchanges: An opportunity for Zimbabwe and other emerging economies E. Chikodza · T. Makoni Zimbabwe is an agro-ecological area and its economy is backed by agriculture. Managing agricultural activities is important as this will impact positively on the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). There are risks associated with agric… RUF-40734 2019 CC BY 4.0 20 Nov 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Tenure Security and land improvements in Uganda S. L. Alobo · B. Bashaasha · H. M. Ravonborg · A. Turinawe Permanent improvements on agricultural land by smallholder farmers have great potential to bolster agricultural productivity, enhance household food security, and improve household nutrition, while promoting environmental sustainability. W… RUF-40726 2019 CC BY 4.0 20 Nov 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Agri-Tech and Artificial Intelligence (ATAI) Opportunities for Agricultural Transformation in Africa D. M. Amitu · J. Kato · F. Otto As disruptive technologies descend upon the global agriculture industry, the entire ecosystem is shifting strategies in order to remain relevant and competitive. Agri-Tech on its part utilizes technology to improve yields, efficiency and p… RUF-40722 2019 CC BY 4.0 20 Nov 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Financing innovations for agricultural credit facility policy challenges in Uganda. Contextualizing the usefulness of the Decision Enhancement Credit Facilitation Approach (DECFA) for farmer financing F. M. Ahabyoona · J.T. Lubega · M. K. Musoke This paper outlines financial innovations that can generate controlled, quality and timely data on the credit management practices of smallholder farmers in Uganda, ideal for policy makers to strengthen the design and implementation of con… RUF-40717 2019 CC BY 4.0 20 Nov 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Determinants of commercial banks’ profitability evidence from banking industry in Uganda G. Adriko · S Sidi Profitability measures the firm’s ability to generate revenue in excess ofexpense an accomplishment that is necessary if the firm is to be considered a going concern. Therefore, the indicators of the profitability are the profits made by t… RUF-40714 2019 CC BY 4.0 20 Nov 2023
Journal articles Open Access Production and Characterization of Soaps from Croton Megalobotrys and Ricinus Communis seed oils Indigenous to Botswana with High Levels of Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activity F. Bwaacha · B. Nkoane · O. A. Oyetunji · B. D. Paphane Croton megalabotrys mixed with Ricinnus cummunis and coconut seed oils produced high quality organic soaps with some levels of antioxidant and antimicrobial activities. The pHs of these soaps ranged from 10.01 and 10.30 showing that these … RUF-39768 2022 CC BY 4.0 20 Jan 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Pig value chain in Uganda: Considering smallholders’ functional upgrading prospects S. W. Kalule · J. Mugonya · E.K. Ndyomugyenyi Pig production and marketing have the potential to accelerate Uganda’s economic development through the improvement of the family welfare of smallholder farmers and provision of employment. However, this potential is undermined by systemic… RUF-39747 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Jan 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Multiplicity of institutional regulations along Somalia-Kenya Trade Corridor M. P. Guthiga · T. Hagmann · O. P. Ng’asike · T. J. Njoka +1 more Qualitative research and ethnographic observations were used in this study to document daily practices of livestock market actors and public service providers. Using 46 interviews and 7 FGDs with various market actors, the loosening of Sta… RUF-39572 2018 CC BY 4.0 14 Jun 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Strengthening micro financing for rural farmers: Evidence from SACCOs in Soroti district, Uganda J.G. Agea · Deborah Alio · M. J. Okwakol Micro financing has been hailed as an effective poverty alleviation and development tool. Despite its recognition, the expected benefits have not trickled down to all the beneficiaries due to several challenges. Indeed poverty alleviation … RUF-39547 2018 CC BY 4.0 14 Jun 2022
Journal articles Open Access Impact of agricultural credit access on agricultural productivity among Maize and Rice smallholder farmers in Rwanda E. Bett · I. Macharia · E. Majiwa · N. Taremwa This paper assesses the impact of access to agricultural credit on the agricultural productivity of 422 smallholder farmers that cultivate maize or rice in the Western and Eastern province of Rwanda. Stratified, simple random and convenien… RUF-39511 2021 CC BY 4.0 7 Mar 2022
Journal articles Open Access Characterization of smallholder farmer households and financial institutions in the southern province of Rwanda E. Bett · S. K. Kim · I. Macharia · N. Taremwa Improving financial inclusion and access to agricultural credit for smallholder farmers in Africa is vital in meeting the challenges of increasing global food demands. Various international organizations and governments on the continent ha… RUF-39507 2021 CC BY 4.0 7 Mar 2022
Journal articles Open Access Characterization of smallholder farmers and agricultural credit institutions in Rwanda E. Bett · I. Macharia · N. Taremwa The significance of access to agricultural credit in perpetuating agricultural productivity is unquestionable, because it is a means to achieving optimal productivity. The minimization of any barriers to agricultural credit access should, … RUF-39505 2021 CC BY 4.0 7 Mar 2022
Journal articles Open Access Econometric Modelling of Rural Farm Household Credit Allocation in Kakamega County, Kenya E. W. Gathungu · A. M. Kalio · J. T. Mukhwami Enhanced household access to credit is essential in boosting the performance of small and medium enterprises in developing nations. Despite the role played by micro-finance in enhancing access to credit among poor rural households, there i… RUF-39221 2020 CC BY 4.0 1 Apr 2021
Journal articles Open Access Validation of Calculated Pressure Drop Using Experimental Data with Standard Methods of an Existing Software S. S. Ikiensikimama · O. F. Joel · D. O. Oyoo · C. M. Wambua The aim of this research was to determine the pressure drop along a 450 km long multiproduct pipeline. Empirical formulae and quantitative methods were applied in order to establish pressure drop as an operating parameter. Flow rates used … RUF-38990 2019 CC BY 4.0 17 Feb 2021
Journal articles Open Access Validation of Calculated Flow Regime Using Experimental Data with Standard Methods of an Existing Software S. S. Ikiensikimama · O. F. Joel · D. O. Oyoo · C. M. Wambua The aim of this research was to determine the flow regime of a standard steel 14-inch multiproduct pipeline. The study analysed the effects of flow rates, product viscosities, pipe diameter, internal roughness and elevation change on Reyno… RUF-38989 2019 CC BY 4.0 16 Feb 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Financing higher education in Africa: The case of Kenya A. Kande · E. J. Mukhwana · H. Nandokha · J. Too Demand for tertiary education in Kenya has significantly increased and continues to swell against the backdrop of insufficient funding thus affecting the quality of teaching and learning. The population of the tertiary education age group … RUF-38961 2020 CC BY 4.0 8 Feb 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Financing higher education in Africa: The case of Kenya A. Kande · E. J. Mukhwana · H. Nandokha · J. Too Demand for tertiary education in Kenya has significantly increased and continues to swell against the backdrop of insufficient funding thus affecting the quality of teaching and learning. The population of the tertiary education age group … RUF-38960 2020 CC BY 4.0 8 Feb 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Transforming African Agricultural Universities to meaningfully contribute to Africa’s growth and development (TAGDev) Program implementation at Egerton University J. J. Mbudzya · P.M. Mshenga · N.W. Mungai · V.W. Njuguna TAGDev is a scholarship program in partnership with MasterCard Foundation and Regional University Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM). The Program is implemented at Egerton University, Kenya and Gulu University, Uganda. Th… RUF-38869 2018 CC BY 4.0 9 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Contribution of TAGDev Program on Students Agri-entrepreneurial Development: A case of Egerton University J. J. Mbudzya · P.M. Mshenga · N.W. Mungai · V.W. Njuguna Agricultural transformation in developing countries such as Kenya depends on the level of youth involvement in the agricultural sector. The Kenyan government recognizes the potential of the youthful population in agricultural sector develo… RUF-38868 2018 CC BY 4.0 9 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Opportunities and challenges of private sector female managers in the south west region of Cameroon E. Chiamti · S. Ekume Etomes · E. L. Molua This paper examines the challenges faced by female managers in the south west region of Cameroon and the opportunities open to them. Female managers were classified as entrepreneurs/business owners and employees in enterprises. Data were o… RUF-38861 2018 CC BY 4.0 9 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of feed quality and challenges facing indigenous chicken production in Western Kenya J.O. Ochuodho · J.A. Omega · H.A. Rachuonyo · J.K. Tarus Besides generation of extra income, indigenous chicken provide food for majority of households in rural areas in form of quality meat and eggs. A baseline survey was conducted to determine status of indigenous chicken production in Busia, … RUF-38762 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Black soldier fly larvae meal as a cheap alternative to expensive conventional protein sources in poultry feeds S. Ekesi · K. M. M. Fiaboe · L. Munga · D. M. Mwangi +5 more In the recent past, high poultry feed costs are driving many vulnerable communities involved in poultry production out of business. The high cost is mainly driven by the protein source, which represents the most expensive component in not … RUF-38755 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2020
