Working Document Series Open Access Generation of Future Science Leaders through Mentorship and Research: The case of Carnegie Post-Doctoral Fellowship J. Mwololo · T. Odong · P. Okori A postdoctoral fellowship was awarded to support research focusing on grain legumes and dryland cereals. Training of young scientists towards masters and doctor of philosophy (PhD) degrees was embedded within the fellowship. Collaborative … RUF-40785 2019 CC BY 4.0 21 Nov 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Assessment of technical and economic feasibility of a portable aquaponic system P. C. Mnelemba · J. Valeta In Malawi, about 43.6% of total dietary protein consumed is from fish. However, rapid growth in population has led to harvest stagnation from Lake Malawi and other water bodies, leading to a decline in per capita consumption of fish from 1… RUF-39743 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Jan 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Development and evaluation of cassava-based porridge as a complementary food for infants in Nkhotakota and Nkhata Bay districts of Malawi : A brief review M.W. Kamiyango Adequate nutrition is essential in early childhood for normal growth and a healthy life. However, some developing countries are grappling with high prevalence of child acute malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies. In Malawi, 37% of ch… RUF-39078 2018 CC BY 4.0 1 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access GIS mapping of informal fish trade routes used by traders between Malawi and neighbouring countries S. Chimatiro · Z. Dulanya · E. Kaunda · E. Mwathunga +1 more The study focused at mapping of informal fish routes used by fish traders in cross border fish trade between Malawi and neighboring countries. A route labelling method using questionnaire survey and observation as described by Ramming (200… RUF-38927 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Application of neo-classical economic models in the analysis of potential viability and public valuation of fish solar dryer in Malawi F. Kapute · M. Limuwa · R. Makwinja · F. Njaya The Government of Malawi through research institutions is promoting adoption of climate smart technology in the fishing industry. The philosophy behind the technology is to reduce fish-post-harvest losses currently estimated at 40%, improv… RUF-38911 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of the effectiveness of hydroponically produced pigeon pea fodder versus grain based supplements for improved dairy cow production performance D. Chiumia · Y. S. Kamanga · J. P Mtimuni · A. Safalaoh An on-station feeding trial was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of using hydroponically produced pigeon pea fodder as a feed supplement against grain-based feed supplements on dairy cow production performance in Malawi. Six multipa… RUF-38761 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2020
Journal articles Open Access Prevalence and contamination levels of aflatoxins in dairy cattle feeds from milk bulking groups in Malawi C. Mtegha · M. M. Nkosi · A C. L. Safalaoh There is limited information about the natural occurrence of aflatoxins in dairy feedstuffs in Malawi. The aim of this study was to determine the natural prevalence rate of aflatoxins and quantify aflatoxin contamination levels in dairy ca… RUF-38234 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Apr 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Towards making a difference through partnership and knowledge exchange in smallholder dairy systems Mizeck Chagunda · T. N. Gondwe, · C. Milne · D. J. Roberts Milk production has the potential to substantially contribute to sustainable household income, food and nutritional security. However, acute staff shortages and inadequate skills within the sector have been major challenges. Over the last … RUF-37741 2016 CC BY 4.0 29 Oct 2018
Journal articles Open Access Does adoption of Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) technologies reduce household vulnerability to poverty? F. Maguza-Tembo Climate variability is one of the limiting factors to increasing per capita income and food production among smallholder farmers in Africa. This study investigated if the adoption of climate smart agriculture (CSA) technologies reduce hous… RUF-37683 2016 CC BY 4.0 11 Jul 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Socio-economic factors affecting adoption of climate smart agriculture technologies in Malawi W. Mwase · J. Njoloma · J.K. Nyengere · B.I. Nyoka A number of organizations in Malawi are keen on bringing awareness to farmers on Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) technologies. Farmers face increased negative impacts of climate change. Adoption of climate smart agriculture technologies is… RUF-37565 2016 CC BY 4.0 11 Apr 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Effects of feeding frequency and feeding rate on growth performance, feed utilization and body composition of Oreochromis shiranus juvenile (Trewavas 1983) reared in laboratory condition C. German · T. Gwaza · Q. Jun · J. Kang’ombe +2 more Studies to investigate the effect of feeding frequency (2, 3 and 4 times/day) and feeding rate (2, 4, 6 and 8% BW/day) on growth performance, feed utilization and body composition of Oreochromis shiranus was conducted in a laboratory at Li… RUF-37522 2016 CC BY 4.0 10 Apr 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Farmer preference for improved seed potato varieties in Malawi: Case study of Ntcheu and Dedza districts G. Tione Potato (Solanum tuberosum) is the main root and tuber crop produced for both food and cash. Potatoes are the world’s number one non-grain food commodity. It provides fast cash because it is a short duration (3-4 months) crop. Malawi is ran… RUF-37499 2016 CC BY 4.0 10 Apr 2018
Working Document Series Open Access The role of drought stress on aflatoxin contamination in groundnuts and Aspergillus flavus population in the soil during field production T. Donga · W.A.B. Msuku · S. Njoroge · C. Sibakwe Drought stress is one of the factors that contribute to aflatoxin contamination in groundnuts during field production. A study was conducted aimed at investigating the effects of drought on aflatoxin contamination and A. fluvus population … RUF-37497 2016 CC BY 4.0 10 Apr 2018
Working Document Series Open Access The effects of plant density on growth and yield of groundnuts J. Goodman · V. Kabambe · W. Mhango · L.M. Mkandawire +1 more Groundnut (Arachis hypogea) is one of the grain legumes that is widely grown by smallholder farmers in Malawi. The yield and quality of groundnut is affected by a number of factors such as plant density. A study was conducted at Exagris Af… RUF-37480 2016 CC BY 4.0 10 Apr 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of crop rotation on aflatoxin contamination in groundnuts A. Abraham · R.L. Brandenburg · W. Mhango · S.M.C. Njoroge +1 more Aflatoxins are secondary metabolites primarily produced by the fungi Aspergillus flavus, A. parasiticus and, to a lesser extent, A. nomius. Good agricultural practices can aid in the reduction of aflatoxin contaminatio in the field. Well p… RUF-37442 2016 CC BY 4.0 10 Apr 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Characterization and evaluation of rice genotypes under rainfed ecosystems in Malawi and Mozambique H. Abade · J.A. Abdala · J.M. Bokosi · A.M. Mwangwela +1 more Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is an important crop for human consumption world wide, including in under-developed countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America where it is cultivated in small holdings. In Mozambique and Malawi rice is produced by s… RUF-37438 2016 CC BY 4.0 10 Apr 2018
Journal articles Open Access A review of the farming of common carp (Cyprinus carpio L.) in Malawi: policy research directions for aquaculture development in Malawi E.R. Chirwa · W.L. Jere · D. Kassam · A. Mtethiwa The lack of better performing native fish species for aquaculture led the government of Malawi to import the exotic common carp (Cyprinus carpio L.) from Israel in 1976. Growth trials at Domasi and Kasinthula Experimental Stations had show… RUF-37275 2017 CC BY 4.0 9 Nov 2017
Journal articles Open Access Determinants of sustainable innovation performance by smallholder dairy farmers in Malawi Mizeck Chagunda · Sylvia Chindime · P. Kibwika The smallholder dairy farmer’s performance and ability to improve productivity for increased incomes, is driven by their level of innovativeness. Knowledge on the nature, degree and frequency of innovations provide opportunities for suppor… RUF-37213 2017 CC BY 4.0 29 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Economic analysis of small-scale fish farming in Bunda, Lilongwe, Malawi L. Banda · E. Kaunda · H. Mussa This study to determine economic returns of small-scale fish farming in Malawi was carried out in Bunda area, Lilongwe. Thirty two small-scale fish farmers were purposively sampled and interviewed using a structured questionnaire. Cost and… RUF-37063 2016 CC BY 4.0 18 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Impact of soil and water conservation improvement on the welfare of smallholder farmers in Southern Malawi A.K. Edriss · F. Maguza-Tembo · J. Mangisoni This study utilised full Mahalanobis matching and a variety of propensity score matching methods to adjust for pre-treatment observable differences between treated and untreated groups for measuring the impact of technologies. Data were co… RUF-37023 2016 CC BY 4.0 18 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 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 Evolution of Bunda College of Agriculture into Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources George Kanyama Phiiri This article presents the evolution of Bunda College of Agriculture into Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR). It starts with the historical background to its establishment; acquisition of land for its permanen… RUF-36788 2016 CC BY 4.0 13 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Higher education policy management and governance in Malawi R. Kalizang’oma Policy, management and governance of higher education and higher education Institutions is an integral part in planning, implementation and provision of education services in the sub-sector in Africa. Historically, the roles and functions … RUF-36785 2016 CC BY 4.0 13 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Promoting underutilised legumes through food service sector: A case of bambara groundnuts in Malawi A. Kilembe · S. Latif · N. Mponya · A.M. Mwangwela Bambara groundnut is an underutilized yet nutritious legume that is mostly produced by women subsistence farmers on marginal lands. Lack of proper markets and beliefs are among factors that hinder growth in production of the crop. A study … RUF-36509 2016 CC BY 4.0 23 Nov 2016
