Newsletters Open Access The RUFORUM monthly Newsletter December, 2009: Special edition RUF-35209 2009 CC BY 4.0 17 Sep 2015
Newsletters Open Access The RUFORUM monthly Newsletter, September 2009 RUF-35201 2009 CC BY 4.0 17 Sep 2015
Newsletters Open Access The RUFORUM monthly Newsletter pull out August, 2009 RUF-35195 2009 CC BY 4.0 17 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Information dissemination pathway preferences and needs of commercial urban farmers in Kampala, Uganda L. Mulumba · G. Obati · F. Ssegujja The study mapped and characterized the spatial location of households that practice urban agriculture, assessed and documented the information needs of farmers, developed Geospatial database for the households identified, documented the ef… RUF-35190 2010 CC BY 4.0 17 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Population increase and socio-economic changes in a pastoral society: The case of the Turkana, Kakuma division, Kenya W.N. Ekaya · M. Okoti We studied the impact of settlement on socio-economic patterns and environment quality among the Turkana pastoral communities in Kenya. We used open-ended and close-ended questionnaire and focus group discussion. The majority of the people… RUF-35172 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluating accessibility and usability of dissemination pathways for delivering climate information and services to vulnerable groups in semi-arid Kenya V. Kirui · Bebe. Omedo · Oseni. Saidu Access and use of climate information and services are essential for building adaptation to impacts of climate change. These include early warning systems, weather forecasts, and research outputs relating to climate change adaptation in re… RUF-35163 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of constraints in use of electronic agricultural information resources at selected institutions of Higher Learning in Kenya N.J. Kamar · G. Owour · M. Tabu This study aims at identifying the constraints in use of agricultural electronic resources in academic institutions and their contributions to development in agriculture. Limited access to agricultural e-resources has led to poor research … RUF-35156 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Improvement of land use information flow for mangroves forest conservation and rural farming in Democratic Republic of Congo F.P. Banga · R.S. Lumbuenamo · G.O. Obati Communities adjacent to the Democratic Republic of Congo’s mangrove forest areas depend on subsistence farming systems. These farming systems are characterized by insufficient use of improved knowledge and technology, and low levels of pro… RUF-35153 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Newsletters Open Access The RUFORUM monthly Newsletter April, 2009: The Monthly Brief of the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture RUF-35148 2009 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Improving access to information for rural and agricultural development using ICTs in northern Uganda: Lessons and experiences J.C. Achora Access to information by rural farming communities is one of the major constraints to agricultural development in Uganda because of inadequate extension service delivery. The use of information communications technologies (ICTs) can potent… RUF-35146 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Assessing farmers’ knowledge in the evaluation of soil quality M. Karuhanga · K. Senkosi · J.S. Tenywa Farmers across Uganda have developed their own indicators of soil quality but their mechanisms, reliability and sensitivity have not yet been examined. Therefore, this research is intended to address these gaps. Specific objectives include… RUF-35117 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Soil biodiversity research in Uganda: Gains, consolidation and capacity needs A. Akol · B. Isabirye · M. Isabirye · G. Mutumba +4 more We examined abundance and diversity of rhizobia, arbuscular mycorrhiza fungi, nematodes, collembolan, termites, earthworms, ants and beetles in forest, grassland, mixed cropping, fallow, sugar and tea plantation; encompassing Mabira forest… RUF-35116 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of the performance of Centre Pivot Sprinkler irrigation system and its effects on crop yield at Kagera, Tanzania E. Ernest · H. Mahoo · P. M. Reuben · S. Y. Thadei The study evaluated the performance of the centre pivot sprinkler irrigation system and its effects on sugar cane yield at Kagera Sugar Estate. The study also examined soil parameters that influence cane yield and the quality of irrigation… RUF-35105 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluating the effects of conservation agriculture and related technologies on soil biodiversity, crop and labour productivity in semi-arid Zimbabwe L. Mhaka · E. N. Mutsamba · I. Nyagumbo This on-going study is examining the linkage between termite prevalence and residue amount under conservation agriculture in Zimbabwe. Preliminary results show that convectional ploughing had lowest termite abundance while tied ridging inc… RUF-35098 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Improving soil hydrological properties of denuded semi-arid rangeland in southeastern Kenya using reseeding technology W.N. Ekaya · K.Z. Mganga · N.K.R. Musimba · A. W. Mwang’ombe +2 more A study was conducted to establish the contribution of Eragrostis superba, Enteropogon macrostachyus and Cenchrus ciliaris in improving soil hydrological properties in semi-arid Kenya. Kamphorst rainfall simulator was used on bare ground a… RUF-35085 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access The effectiveness of locally made clay pots as a micro - irrigation equipment N. Kihipi · R. S. Mahatsindry · M. Tarimo This research established the water balance resulting from the clay irrigation for beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) and Amaranths (hypochondriacus) grown under different plant density per pot and different precedent soil moisture. Results rev… RUF-35076 2010 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Farmer perceptions and knowledge on soil quality indicators and their use in soil fertility monitoring M. Karuhanga · S. Kiconco · J. K. Tumuhairwe Assessing soil quality is important so as to learn about the effects of management practices on soil function, create awareness and education, and provides a basis for evaluation of alternative practices. Soil quality often cannot be direc… RUF-35054 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Integrating indigenous and scientific soil quality indicators for improved crop production F. Bagoora · M. B. Karuhanga · M. M. Tenywa · J. S. Tumuhairwe Research has improved understanding of technical indicators of soil quality (TISQ) and their assessment criteria. Yet knowledge on farmer-perceived indicators of soil quality remains limited. The study intends to establish and validate ind… RUF-35046 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Influence of water quality parameters on Opsaridium microlepis catches in the Linthipe River in central Malawi D. Jamu · E. Kaunda · M. Limuwa · F. Maguza-Tembo +1 more The dwindling catches of the fish Opsaridium microlepis (locally called mpasa) from the Linthipe river in Malawi is of great concern. This is especially so given that the species has disappeared from some other river systems in Malawi. One… RUF-35045 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Soil properties effects and management of organic residues to improve C sequestration, reduce N losses and improve crop yields B.O. Danga · Z. Getenga · B. Mochoge · J. Mugwe Rates of decomposition of organic materials in soil determine the amount of carbon (C) which is mineralized and released as CO2 versus the amount of C that is retained in various forms in the soil. Decomposition rates also greatly influenc… RUF-35037 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Comparison of field and laboratory measured hydraulic properties of selected diagnostic soil horizons J. G. Chimungu · M. Hensley · L. D. Van Rensburg This study characterised the hydraulic properties of two soil types in South Africa, Bainsvlei and Tukulu using both field (instantaneous profile method) and laboratory (desorption techniques). The results showed that the two approaches we… RUF-35033 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of water distribution systems at Igomelo Farmer-Managed Irrigation Scheme in Tanzania R. Amy Mchelle · I. Nganga · A.K.P.R. Tarimo Evaluation of water distribution systems at Igomelo irrigation scheme was conducted to assess the performance of the scheme after intervention of the Irrigation Management Transfer (IMT). The scheme was divided into three blocks: head, mid… RUF-35028 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Utilization of woody plants as food in times of food scarcity in selected dryland areas of Iringa district, Tanzania V. E. Tairo Iringa District in Tanzania is a semi-arid area that is prone to frequent crop failures. Food insecurity is widespread and often the communities use woody plants as alternative source of livelihood. Although the use of woody plants as food… RUF-35006 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Impact of social networks on food security among formerly displaced households in Lira, northern Uganda R. E. Mazur · B. B. Obaa We examine the influence of social networks on resource access and food security in post-conflict Lira, northern Uganda. Based on an on-going food security recovery project targeting formerly displaced households, preliminary results of in… RUF-35003 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Livelihood diversification and enhanced food security through agro-pastoralism: Socio-cultural and other challenges among Maasai pastoralists of Narok North district of Kenya N. J. Kathuri · J. G. Mwangi · A. O. Nkurumwa The Maasai of Narok North District Kenya have started adopting agro-pastoralism as a livelihood diversification strategy. This study sought to determine the socio-cultural challenges faced in agro-pastoralism and the relationships between … RUF-34994 2010 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2015
