Journal articles Open Access Heterospecific tree density and environmental factors affect Afzelia africana Sm. population structure in the Pendjari Biosphere Reserve, West Africa: implications for management and restoration A.E. Assogbadjo · Justin A. Atanasso · Akomian F. Azihou · Bruno A. Djossa +2 more Information on how abiotic and biotic factors affect species population structures and regeneration are critical for under- standing plant growth in natural habitats. Here, we used the data from three spatially distinct populations of Afze… RUF-37872 2019 CC BY 4.0 22 Feb 2019
Project reports Open Access RUFORUM Quarterly Report for the Period October-December 2018 RUF-37867 2018 CC BY 4.0 17 Jan 2019
Project reports Open Access RUFORUM Quarterly Report for the Period July-September 2018 RUF-37866 2018 CC BY 4.0 17 Jan 2019
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Genetics of Cowpea Resistance to Bruchid (Callosobruchus maculatus Fab.) Miesho Belay Weldekidan Cowpea Vigna unguiculata (L.) is an important indigenous legume crop providing dietary protein, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and income to many people in Africa, Asia, and Central and South America. However, its production is li… RUF-37865 2019 CC BY 4.0 15 Jan 2019
Journal articles Open Access Oil-gas and environmental nexus: impact of human actions on selected soil physicochemical parameters in Port Harcourt and its environment, Nigeria W.P. Muyoma Impact of oil and gas activities on quality of soil in Port Harcourt and its environments was assessed. The study evaluates levels of physicochemical parameters associated with oil and gas industry in soils of 9 locations in Port Harcourt … RUF-37863 2018 CC BY 4.0 10 Jan 2019
Working Document Series Open Access The Sixth African Higher Education Week and RUFORUM Biennial Conference 2018: summary conference report Summary report of the Sixth African Higher Education Week and RUFORUM Biennial Conference organized from 22-26 October 2018 at the Kenyatta International Convention Center in Nairobi, Kenya. The overall objective of the Conference was to p… RUF-37834 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Nov 2018
Project reports Open Access Communiqué: La Sixième Semaine de L’Enseignement Supérieur en Afrique et la Conférence Biennale de RUFORUM 2018 Communiqué de 20 Ministres de l'Enseignement Supérieur, plus de 30 hauts fonctionnaires et experts, 105 recteurs, 105 directeurs et doyens et 530 étudiants, fûmes réunis lors de la Sixième Semaine de l'Enseignement Supérieur en Afrique et … RUF-37831 2018 CC BY 4.0 9 Nov 2018
Project reports Open Access Communique: The Sixth African Higher Education Week and RUFORUM Biennial Conference 2018 Communiqué from 20 Ministers of Higher Education, over 30 senior government officials and experts, 105 Vice Chancellors, 105 Principals and Deans, and 530 students, that met at the Sixth African Higher Education Week and RUFORUM Biennial C… RUF-37830 2018 CC BY 4.0 9 Nov 2018
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Infestation levels and control of the varroa mite (Varroa destructor) in managed honey bee colonies from Selected agro ecological zones of Uganda D. Namayanja The Varroa mite, Varroa destructor (Arachnida: Acari: Varroidae) is an ectoparasitic mite of the honey bee (Apis mellifera). It was first detected in East Africa in 2009. Currently, no control strategies have been put in place to manage th… RUF-37828 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Nov 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Working Document Series Vol . 14 (4) E. Adipala · P. Nampala · Moses Osiru · M. Slyvanus RUF-37827 CC BY 4.0 1 Nov 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Monitoring sand accumulation in five villages west of Omdurman, Sudan by GIS D. A. Abdel Aziz · D. E Doka · E. A. Mahgoub · A Mahmoud This study aimed at assessing the impact of desertification on the environmental situation in west Omdurman area. The study used GIS techniques to analyze the digital data obtained from satellite image to monitor desertification and thickn… RUF-37825 2016 CC BY 4.0 1 Nov 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Perception on climate change and climate smart agricultural technologies among small holder mixed farmers in East Africa M. Gumisiriza · P. Isubikalu · J. Kabirizi · T. Tadesse +1 more Climate change is one of the major challenges facing small-scale farmers in East Africa. A study was conducted in Central and Eastern Uganda representing the humid and subhumid regions in East Africa respectively with the objective of iden… RUF-37820 2016 CC BY 4.0 1 Nov 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Upscaling climate smart agriculture in Malawi H.G. Hunga · J.J. Mussa Effects of climate change, drudgery of farming operations and reducing soil fertility over time have exacerbated food insecurity at the smallholder farm level in Malawi. The Government of Malawi has put in place mechanisms to reverse this … RUF-37815 2016 CC BY 4.0 1 Nov 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of the Food Diversification Support Project (FoDiS) project in Chongwe District, Zambia and the need for well-trained agriculturalists and rural farmers F. K.C Mwanda This paper reports on an evaluation of a project titled Food Diversification Support Project (FoDiS) under the Ministry of Agriculture whose objective was to improve food security of farming communities in drought prone areas of Zambia thr… RUF-37812 2016 CC BY 4.0 1 Nov 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Constraints affecting production and post-harvest handling of sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas) in Ethiopia F. Gurmu · S. Hussein · M. Laing Sweetpotato is an important food security crop for millions of households in sub- Saharan Africa. However, its production is constrained by a number of biotic, abiotic and socioeconomic factors. The objective of this study was to assess an… RUF-37810 2016 CC BY 4.0 1 Nov 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Safe food, fair food project: research centers and universities working for food safety in informally marketed livestock products in sub Saharan Africa K Makita In sub Saharan Africa (SSA), informal markets provide affordable animal-source foods to large populations. However such foods carry hazards. The Safe Food, Fair Food Project was implemented between 2008 and 2011 to develop capacity in part… RUF-37805 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 Oct 2018
Working Document Series Open Access A socio-economic assessment of cavy production in the Western Highlands of Cameroon C. H. Yiva The general objective of this study was to improve the livelihoods of cavy farmers in the Western highlands of Cameroun by describing their socio-economic characteristics, identifying cavy market chains, estimating the contribution of cavy… RUF-37794 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 Oct 2018
Working Document Series Open Access The crucial role of agricultural development in economic growth and industrialization of Africa and the call for integrated services delivery C.T. Kadzere This paper explores how agricultural development is closely interconnected to economic development and industrialization, and how Africa could embrace this reality and develop agriculture, its economy, and industrialize. Africa boasts land… RUF-37792 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 Oct 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of formulated and supplementary feeds on water quality parameters in concrete ponds stocked with Oreochromis shiranus fresh water fish J. Kang’ombe · E. Kaunda · M. Macuiane · A. Mtethiwa +2 more A study on the effect of formulated and supplementary feeds on water quality parameters of fresh water fish (Oreochromis shiranus) culture was conducted at Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources Fish Farm for three months… RUF-37791 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 Oct 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Smallholder cattle dairy under semi-arid conditions: opportunities and challenges C. K Gachuiri · P.N Katiku · R. K. Kimitei · P. N Mbugua Dairy has gained prominence among pastoralists and agro-pastoralists in the Kenyan rangelands albeit with many challenges. A study was conducted to characterize smallholder cattle dairy in semi-arid Mbeere District, Eastern Kenya. Farmer p… RUF-37789 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 Oct 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Assessment of current and potential geographic distribution of the papaya mealybug, Paracoccus marginatus (Hemiptera:Pseudococcidae) in Mozambique D. Cugala · A. Massamby · L. Santos · A. Sidumo Papaya mealybug, Paracoccus marginatus is a polyphagous pest that can damage several genera of host plants. Since its first detection in Pemba (northern of Mozambique) in 2013, there has been no information on its current geographical dist… RUF-37784 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 Oct 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Effet des facteurs climatiques sur la dynamique des populations de Parlatoria blanchardi. targ et de ses prédateurs Chilochorus bipustilatus et Chilochorus distigma dans les palmeraies des régions nord du Mali H. Abdoulaye · A. S. Maiga · Y. Niamoye · S. G. Sekou Phoenix dactylifera est l’élément essentiel dans les systèmes de production oasiens. Au Mali les principales zones de production sont les régions de Kidal et de Gao. La quasitotalité de ces palmeraies sont infestées par Parlatoria blanchar… RUF-37782 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 Oct 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Impact of introduced inbred lines on maize tolerance to acidic soils H. Mafouasson · S.S. Meka · C.S Mutengwa · M. E. L Ngonkeu +3 more A total of 66 half diallel hybrids from 12 lines of maize and 16 top cross hybrids from four IRAD lines and four composites were evaluated on acid soils in Cameroon at Nkoemvone in 2004. The 12 lines consisted of five from IRAD, one from I… RUF-37777 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 Oct 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Effects of Urban Agriculture on poverty reduction in Mombasa County, Kenya A. R. Ogot Urban Agriculture has served as a vital input in the livelihood strategies of urban households in Mombasa, Kenya. Urban dwellers rely on the market for food but with the tremendous surge in food prices beyond the reach of the majority of t… RUF-37769 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 Oct 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Increasing farmers’ access to conserved yam genetic resources –a case study in Southern Ghana L. M Aboagye · K. Acheremu · M. O Opoku-Agyeman · E Otoo +1 more A study previously conducted revealed that a greater proportion of yams being conserved by farmers on-farm are becoming extinct. Some of these yams are also being conserved at the gene bank. A strategy was formulated to increase farmers’ a… RUF-37767 2016 CC BY 4.0 30 Oct 2018
