Working Document Series Open Access Biopesticide-based IPM systems to reduce synthetic pesticide residues in vegetables for niche market access by small holder growers A.M. Fulano · G. M. W. Lengai · J.W. Muthomi · A. W. Mwang’ombe +2 more In the last few decades, farmers have relied on synthetic pesticides to managed crop pests and diseases. This is because synthetic pesticides are easily available, have quick knock down effect, have varied modes of action and are reliable.… RUF-36928 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Plant extracts and antagonistic fungi as alternatives to synthetic pesticides in management of fungal diseases of tomato G. M. W. Lengai · J.W. Muthomi · R.D. Narla · J.M. Wagacha Incorporation of biological pesticides in integrated pest management has lately been considered effective in production of safe food for human consumption, aesthetically valuable for the prime markets and increase in crop yields. Despite t… RUF-36926 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Distribution of maize lethal necrosis disease, its causal viruses and alternative hosts in north and central regions of Tanzania M. A. Bekunda · P. Lava Kumar · Allan Mariki · S. Munissi +2 more Maize is an important income generating food crop in Tanzania. However, yields remain low due to several limiting factors including among others diseases caused by fungi and viruses. The threat caused by several biotic factors in the count… RUF-36924 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Pathogenicity of pineapple heart rot disease causal organisms in Central Uganda B. Bua · J. Oculi · A. Ocwa · G. Tusiime Pineapple (Ananas comosus L. Merrill) is one of the most important horticultural crops in many tropical and sub-tropical countries including Uganda. Currently, pineapple production in Uganda is being threatened by the outbreak of Pineapple… RUF-36920 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of cultivar and thermotherapy combined with meristem-tip culture on eliminating prevalent viruses infecting potato in Uganda R. Kakuhenzire · M. Ochwo-Ssemakula · M. Waswa Potato (Solanum tuberosum) is an important crop in eastern and south-western highlands agro-ecological zone of Uganda where it is suitable for bridging periods of food shortage. However, production is constrained by viruses which reduce yi… RUF-36917 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Prevalence of varroa mite infestations among honey bee colonies in Uganda A.M. Akol · D.R. Kugonza · D. Namayanja Honey bees (Apis mellifera) are well adapted insects with great economic importance as pollinators and honey producers. However, their health is being threatened by various diseases and pests among which is the Varroa mite (Varroa destruct… RUF-36916 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Adoption and welfare effects of integrated soil fertility management technologies among smallholder maize and pigeon pea farmers in Tanzania G.M. Diiro · P. Hillbur · Marco, B. Sanka This study analyzed farmer adoption of integrated soil fertility management (ISFM) and its impact on household welfare in Babati district, Tanzania. Cross-sectional survey data collected from a random sample of 500 maize and pigeonpea farm… RUF-36911 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Sensitivity of Ceres-maize simulated yields to biogeochemical components R. Ankumah · S.M. Kajumla · Devotha, J. Mwazembe · F. Rwehumbiza Change in environmental conditions including climate change is already occurring and is expected to affect crop production. This has led to a need to assess the impact of such changes to crop production so as to develop the adaptation stra… RUF-36908 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Consumers’ knowledge and preferences for organic vegetables in Tanzania G. Elepu · D.D. Sendewa · A.A. Temu In the last few years, organic food consumption has increased globally. This increase is due to widely reported incidents of some dangerous diseases related associated with consumption of food products produced with high levels of industri… RUF-36898 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Factors influencing on-farm common bean productivity in Manyara region in Tanzania Eliud A. Birachi · Saimon Venance Karane · P. Mshenga Common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are an important food and cash crop in developing countries. In Tanzania, different common bean varieues are grown by many farmers. However, productivity of all common beans is still far below the potentia… RUF-36896 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of Mungbean plant spacing for optimising yield in smallholder cropping systems F. Ajio · F. Kagoda · H. Talwana Mungbean production in Uganda is done largely by smallholder farmers and characterized by low yields. In order to increase the production and adaptability of mungbeans, it is vital to determine the optimum spacing within smallholder croppi… RUF-36895 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Diversity of sorghum in farmers’ fields in Northern and Eastern Uganda P.C. Apunyo · M. Businge · P. Isubikalu · T.L. Odong +1 more Crop genetic diversity is one of the key resources available to humanity for effective response to challenges associated with climate change and the ever-growing world population. Sorghum is a marginal environment crop with needs for const… RUF-36892 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Demand for African indigenous vegetables and seed in Uganda C. Alokit · K.M. Kansiime · D.K. Karanja African Indigenous Vegetables (AIVs) have traditionally been a significant contributor to food security, nutrition and incomes for smallholder farmers in many parts of East Africa. However, farmers’ capacity to grow and benefit from AIVs h… RUF-36886 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Diversity and utilization of selected edible indigenous fruit trees in Northern Uganda J.G. Agea · Hudson Ogwali · J.B.L. Okullo Tropical fruit trees constitute important biological resources in the global agro-biodiversity context. Unlike the tropical fruit trees of American and Asian origin, indigenous fruit trees (IFTs) of tropical Africa have scarcely achieved t… RUF-36873 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Influence of mountainous ecosystems in the production of Arabica coffee J. Bonabana-Wabbi · S. Cherukut · J. Karungi · J.B. Tumuhairwe The aim of this study is to gain an understanding of how land use intensity in high altitude areas and soil management influences abundance and diversity of natural enemies, including pests of coffee and influences on microclimate and soil… RUF-36871 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Comparison of the perceived and “unseen” value of trees in Kamuli district in Eastern Uganda Armstrong, B. Atugumya · M. Isabirye Farmers’ knowledge on agro ecosystems is essential in sustainable tree-crop integration and management. Understanding the various ways farmers attach value to agrarian trees and a scientific evaluation on the contribution of trees in terms… RUF-36865 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Socio-economic drivers of ecosystem service provision J. Bonabana-Wabbi · B. Mugonola · M. Ssengabi Land degradation is one of the major problems affecting not only Uganda but the whole of Sub Saharan Africa (SSA). This challenge is partly due to high population densities and overexploitation of natural resources. Farmers in SSA have now… RUF-36861 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Influence of organizational structure on actor interaction within community level innovation platforms in eastern Uganda F.B. Kyazze · R. Mukebezi · B. Obaa Several studies indicate how the self-organizing nature of innovation platforms (IPs) influences actor interaction and networking. However, most of these studies tend to be biased towards the high level IPs. This study assessed how organiz… RUF-36859 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access The role of Information and Communication Technology in enhancing universitysmallholder farming community engagement Drake Patrick Mirembe · B. Obaa · F.P. Tulinayo In the modern information economy, communication and information sharing is key in improving one’s way of working, thinking and living. Studies indicate that despite the flourishing Information Communication Technology (ICT) sector and a v… RUF-36847 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Implementation of a computerized accounting system at RUFORUM Secretariat Evelyn Aguti · Judith Nakyobe · E. Nambi · Wyclef Ssewankambo While some organizations still do their bookkeeping by hand, most organizations generally have many transactions making manual accounting system difficult and inefficient. The more complicated the financial activities of your business are,… RUF-36845 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Nutrition education competences needed by agricultural extension workers: perceptions of farmers and field extension workers in Uganda M.K. Kabahenda · M. N. Mangheni · F. Shimali Multi-sectoral nutrition education approaches espoused by Uganda and other countries call for active involvement of agricultural extension workers in education and guidance of farmers on household nutrition. However, there is inadequate un… RUF-36839 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Enhancing agricultural knowledge sharing among smallholder farmers in Uganda: An evaluation of mobile and web technologies Drake Patrick Mirembe · E. Mwesigwa · F.P. Tulinayo Agricultural information is critical in improving smallholder agricultural production and linking increased production to markets. Publically funded research and indigenous knowledge are the main sources of agricultural knowledge for small… RUF-36838 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Characteristics of effective nutrition-agricultural extension interventions: lessons from civil society extension organizations in Uganda M.K. Kabahenda · M. N. Mangheni · T. Sitenda · P. Walekhwa Conventional agricultural extension interventions have focused on production objectives with limited attention on nutrition. Recently, there has been a new thrust by the international and regional organizations as well as national governme… RUF-36835 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Integration of indigenous knowledge with ICTs in managing effects of climate change and variability in Kajiado County, Kenya G. Kironchi · L. MacOpiyo · N. Manei Climate change threatens the stability of agricultural productivity and production. In many areas of the world where agricultural productivity is already low and the means of coping with adverse effects are limited, climate change is expec… RUF-36831 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Documenting and disseminating Agricultural Indigenous Knowledge for sustainable food security in Uganda Eric Nelson Haumba · S. Kaddu Indigenous Knowledge (IK) has for long been an integral part for maintaining and strengthening sustainable livelihood opportunities in rural communities. Indigenous Knowledge is socio-economically affordable, sustainable, involves minimum … RUF-36829 2016 CC BY 4.0 14 Sep 2017
