Working Document Series Open Access Diet and Feeding Habits of a Small Catfish, Clarias Liocephalus in Wetlands of Western Uganda L. Chapman · J. Kang’ombe · J. Rutaisire · D. Sikawa +1 more Clarias liocephalus is an air-breathing catfish inhabiting wetlands of Uganda and widely distributed in East Africa. The species is in high demand for sale as live bait in the Nile perch fishery of Lake Victoria and equally important in th… RUF-32222 2012 CC BY 4.0 14 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Temperature-dependent Egg development rates and Hatching period of Chambo, Oreochromis Karongae (Pisces: Cichlidae) D. Kassam · J.S. Likongwe · J.S. Valeta A study was conducted to assess the effect of temperature on egg development in an attempt to improve hatching success and fry production in Oreochromis karongae. Temperaturedependent development rates and hatching period for fertilized eg… RUF-32216 2012 CC BY 4.0 14 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of Germination on the Protein Digestibility of some Finger Millet Varieties Grown in Kenya A.O. Makokha The protein digestibility of seven ungerminated and germinated dried finger millet (Eleusine coracana) grain was determined in this study. All the finger millet varieties had low to medium tannin content, ranging from 0.1% Catechin equival… RUF-32212 2012 CC BY 4.0 14 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Agro-Morphological Characterisation of Exotic and Local Green Gram (Mung Bean) (Vigna Radiata) for Breeding Purposes in Uganda H. Talwana · A. Waniale · N. Wanyera In order to start a good breeding programme that will potentially develop high yielding and disease resistant varieties, germplasm collection and characterisation is a prerequisite. The objectives of this study were to characterise 38 loca… RUF-32061 2012 CC BY 4.0 13 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Diversity of Pathogens and Symptoms Associated with Dieback on Passion Fruit in Kenya R.K. Gathu · J. Mbaka · R. Muasya · M. Mwangi +1 more Passion fruit is very important in Kenya as a source of nutrition and income. Currently, local demand for the fruit highly exceeds its supply. Diseases and pests are the most important constraints to passion fruit production. Among diseas… RUF-32057 2012 CC BY 4.0 13 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Management of Mycotoxins in wheat: Assessment of the Role of Plant Residues, Cropping Systems and Diversity of Fungal Species on Mycotoxin Contamination of Wheat C.K. Mutegi · J.W. Muthomi · J.M. Wagacha The proposed project aims at assessing the role of crop residues, cropping systems and diversity of fungal species on mycotoxin contamination of wheat. Jointly done with wheat farmers, the project aims at recommending appropriate cropping … RUF-32042 2012 CC BY 4.0 13 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of Soil Quality on Potential of Forage Establishment in Chivi Fallow Lands, Zimbabwe E. Manzungu · S. Ncube · B. Tavirimirwa There have been concerns about the poor communal grazing resources and the resulting degradation and depletion of communal rangelands in Zimbabwe. Different government departments, researchers, and non-governmental organisations have imple… RUF-32030 2012 CC BY 4.0 13 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Advances in Cassava Research in Management of Cassava Brown Streak Virus Disease in Uganda Settumba Mukasa Cassava is an important food crop in Africa where it is affected by two main virus diseases, cassava mosaic disease (CMD) and cassava brown streak disease (CBSD). CMD occurs in all the cassava-growing countries on the continent and it has … RUF-32003 2012 CC BY 4.0 13 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access The use of Crotalaria Species in Sustainable Management of Plant-Parasitic Nematodes of Vegetable Crops in Western Kenya H. Cheruyout · A.K. Kipkoech · M. Mbogo · C. Ndinya +5 more The Crotalaria Project was funded by RUFORUM for two years starting October 2011. The overall objective of the Project is to increase production of vegetable crops through the use of cheap and sustainable nematode management strategies in … RUF-31993 2012 CC BY 4.0 13 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Utilisation and Conservation of Shea Butter Trees (Vitellaria Paradoxa) in and Around Aloi Internally Displaced Persons’ Camps in Lira District, Northern Uganda W. Alum · J. Obua · J.B.L. Okullo · B. Ongom +1 more Influence of internal displacement on utilisation and conservation of shea butter trees was studied in Aloi sub-county, Moroto County, Lira district between 2007 and 2008. Sixty respondents were randomly selected and interviewed. These wer… RUF-31981 2012 CC BY 4.0 13 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Conserve and Screen Premium Value Indigenous Plant Biodiversity and Products on Smallholder Farming Systems of Lake Victoria Basin in East Africa L.S.M. Akundabweni · S. Munialo · A. Namutebi · J. Ssozi Indigenous plants (IPs) particularly African Indigenous Vegetables (AIVs) have been neglected in East Africa despite their food and nutritional value. This project was therefore initiated to promote cultivation and conservation of AIVs. Th… RUF-31953 2012 CC BY 4.0 13 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Developing Management Options for Optimising Water and Nitrogen Utilisation for Maize Production in Malawi F.C. Kahimba · J. Mthandi · B.A. Salim · A.K.P.R. Tarimo Nitrogen (N) is the most important determinant of plant growth and crop yield. Plants lacking N show stunted growth and yellowish leaves. Plant growth and crop yield usually increase when N is added. However, too much N lead to weak stems … RUF-31931 2012 CC BY 4.0 12 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of Leaf Leachate of Prosopis Juliflora (Swartz DC) and Acacia Raddiana (Brenan) on Early Growth of Sorghum Sudanense (Piper Stapf) Mustafa Hasabelrasoul Fadlelmula · Ali Rona Abdallah Bushra Prosopis juliflora (Swartz) DC provokes contradictive allegations on its ecological significance. To contribute in elucidating the dispute on its allelopathic behaviour, leachate was extracted from the leaves of both P. juliflora and Acaci… RUF-31910 2012 CC BY 4.0 12 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Constraints to Use of Animal Source Foods in Diets of 2 - 5 year old Children from Rural Communities in Kamuli District, Uganda E.K. Colecraft · A. Lartey · S. Oluka · O. Sakyi-Dawson This cross sectional study, conducted in 2007 assessed household constraints to use of animal source foods (ASF) in diets of 2-5 year old children in rural Kamuli District in eastern Uganda. Assessments were made at food security levels on… RUF-31859 2012 CC BY 4.0 11 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Determinants of Adoption and Utilisation of Integrated Soil Fertility Management by Small Holders in Central Kenya S.W. Kimaru · F.S. Mairura · M.W. Mucheru-Muna · D.N. Mugendi +1 more Per capita food production in Africa has been declining over the last two decades, contrary to global trends due to soil fertility decline. The study sought to determine factors that influence adoption and utilization of integrated soil fe… RUF-31824 2012 CC BY 4.0 8 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Forest Dependency and livelihood around Kasane Forest Reserve, Botswana J. Alavalapati · J Lepetu · P.K. Nair Conservation of biodiversity in protected areas will be more challenging if local communities are heavily dependent on them for various products and subsistence needs. This study estimated forest dependency and identified factors influenci… RUF-31798 2012 CC BY 4.0 5 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Livestock Production and Improvement in India: Problems and Opportunities in the Context of Global Scenario M.P. Yadav Livestock sector including dairying, poultry and fisheries contribute about 4% to national GDP and 30% to agricultural GDP in India. It provides nutritious food such as milk, meat, egg, fish; wool, hairs, organic manure, draft power, feath… RUF-31778 2012 CC BY 4.0 2 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Assessment of Economic and Socio-economic Factors Affecting the Demand for Goats and Goat Meat in Malawi J.C. Masangano The general objective of this study is to assess the economic and socio-demographic factors affecting the demand for goats and goat meat in Malawi. Specifically, the project will: determine the levels of demand of goats and goat meat in ur… RUF-31776 2012 CC BY 4.0 2 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Peste Des Petits Ruminants (PPR) Outbreak in Southern, Tanzania E.D. Karimuribo · R.B. Matondo · L.S.B. Mellau · G. Misinzo +2 more Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) was first confirmed in Tanzania in 2008, however description of clinical or pathological signs was not carried out although this is important to assist quick identification and reporting of PPR cases by bot… RUF-31774 2012 CC BY 4.0 2 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Determination of Seasonal Parasite Carriage of Village Chicken in Mbeere, Antiparasitic Treatments used and Effectiveness of Selected Anthelmintics L.C. Bebora · Wambui, H. Chege · N. Maingi · P.G. Mbuthia The overall objective of the study is to determine parasite carriage of village chicken of Mbeere district, Eastern province of Kenya. The study was conducted for over two seasons, the dry (January to March) and wet (October to December) s… RUF-31766 2012 CC BY 4.0 2 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Performance of Starter Pigs Fed Malted and Fermented Maize Based Weaner Diets G.A. Beyihayo · D. Mutetikka · M. Nabasirye Two experiments were conducted with the overall objective of developing appropriate diets to permit early weaning for increased productivity and profitability of pig production. Use of malted or fermented maize grain in weaner diets is an … RUF-31761 2012 CC BY 4.0 2 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Determinants of Milk Production in Nyabubare Sub County, Bushenyi District, Western Uganda G. Arinaitwe · B. Bua This study was conducted to determine the factors responsible for low milk production in Nyabubare sub-county, Bushenyi district, Uganda. Dairy farming is a major activity in this subcounty, with communities almost entirely dependent on it… RUF-31748 2012 CC BY 4.0 2 May 2014
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Assessment of Research and Statistical Related Processes in Three Institutions of Higher Learning in Kenya Nancy Waitherero Chege Institutions of higher learning are mandated to conduct applied research and promote innovations among other functions. The purpose of this study was to assess four research and statistical-related processes in three institutions of higher… RUF-31746 2012 CC BY 4.0 9 Apr 2014
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Research Methods and Approaches in ‘Innovation in Livestock Systems’ Research Projects at International Livestock Research Institute, Addis Ababa Mulugeta Yitayih Birhanu The project was undertaken at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI, Addis Ababa) in Innovation in Livestock Systems Research team. It assessed the research methods, approaches and practices followed and, challenges faced th… RUF-31744 2011 CC BY 4.0 9 Apr 2014
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Tree Attribute Ranking and Phenology Study: Farmers’ Knowledge of Trees Commonly Found on Coffee Farms Bordering Mabira Forest Reserve in Mukono District, Uganda Muchelo Ronald Omeli The potential of trees in agroforestry coffee systems to provide goods and services is increasingly recognized as important in improving local livelihoods and reducing the pressure on existing forest resources. There is a lack of informati… RUF-31742 2011 CC BY 4.0 9 Apr 2014
