Working Document Series Open Access Mutation breeding in irish potatoes M. Kinyua · O. Kiplagat · F. K. Kiunga The cultivated potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) originated from the Andean region of South America. Kenyan farmers started potato cultivation in 1920 and entered the export market in 1923. However, while average potato yields in North America… RUF-33950 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Does long-term low-rate organic and inorganic nitrogen management guarantee maize yield under semi-arid conditions of eastern Kenya? M. Oscar Kisaka · F.S. Mairura · M.W. Mucheru-Muna · D.N. Mugendi +2 more Drier parts of Embu County endure high atmospheric heat, prolonged dry spells, declining soil fertility and erratic rainfall. Integrated soil fertility management (ISFM) technologies have been developed, and tested, with standardized appli… RUF-33948 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Application of mutation techniques to determine the optimum sensitivity dose for sorghum E. Chepkoech · S. Kimno Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L.) is the fifth most important cereal crop of the world and serves as a major staple food and fodder resource, especially in arid and semi-arid regions. This crop has a big potential to be grown and cultivated owi… RUF-33946 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Developing ecological management strategies for virus diseases of tomato in Uganda S. Ahabwe · H. Jurua · J. Karungi · M.K.N. Ochwo-Ssemakula +1 more Tomato (Lycoperscum esculentum) is one of the priority crops considered to drive development and food security in Uganda. However, severe levels of viral diseases have been found to constrain productivity in Uganda: A survey found mean inc… RUF-33944 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Land use change effect on carbon stocks in western Uganda J.G.M. Majaliwa · H. Makuma-Massa · D. Mfutumikiza · C. Nandozi +1 more This study was conducted in Fortportal Municipality, Kabarole District of Western Uganda to find out the effect of land use change on carbon stocks between 1973 and 2000. Landsat series of 1973, 1986 and 2000 of Fortportal municipality wer… RUF-33909 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access The dissonance between concept and practice: The WATERCAP project as an example of a partial paradigm shift towards system innovation N. Faltmann · L. Haller · Probst. Lorenz · M. Wurzinger Approaches related to system innovation, including participatory action and monitoring have become mainstream in planning and implementing development projects. It is far from clear, however, what different stakeholders mean when they comm… RUF-33904 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Implementation and accomplishment of the MSc Agrometeorology and Natural Risk Management Program at Harmaya University, Ethiopia Shimeles Beneberu · Kibret. Kibebew · Nigatu Lisanework Africa is the most vulnerable region to climate change/variability/hazards. More than ever, improved understanding of early warning systems including weather and climate prediction and initiatives highlighting the effects of global warming… RUF-33896 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access The effects of climate variability on Prosopis juliflora spread, vegetation trends and livestock dynamics in the drylands of Kenya J. Kinama · R. Kyuma · R.G. Wahome · V.O. Wasonga The effects of climate variability and Prosopis juliflora invasion on pastoral livestock production and pastoral livelihoods have not been assessed. A study was conducted to determine the effect of climate variability and Prosopis juliflor… RUF-33891 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Selection for pod quality, pod yield and disease resistance in climbing snap beans J. J. Cheptoo · P. M. Kimani · R.D. Narla Although climbing snap bean have the potential of increasing productivity and competitiveness in domestic and export markets, suitable varieties with market demanded pod quality characteristics and preferred agronomic traits are not availa… RUF-33885 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Constraints and opportunities for sustainable partnership between Universities, small-holder farming communities and development agencies: The case of the WATERCAP Project in Uganda F. Birungi Kyazze · P. Kibwika · N. Kiggundu Efforts were undertaken through the auspices of a collaborative project “Strengthening Universities Capacities for Mitigating Climate Induced Change Water Vulnerability – WATERCAP” to address a key challenge of water scarcity in dryland ar… RUF-33884 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Pod quality, pod yield and disease resistance of new bush snap bean lines in Kenya J. J. Cheptoo · P. M. Kimani · R.D. Narla This study was conducted at Mwea and Embu where twenty F6.7 lines selected from 31 bulk populations were evaluated for reaction to diseases, pod quality and pod yield in onfarm trials during the 2013 long rain and short rain seasons. Disea… RUF-33881 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Climate warming and range shifts of four medicinal plants in Africa: Insights from predictive bioclimatic models B.E Isabirye · N.C. Mweya · I. Rwomushana · J.R.S. Tabuti +1 more Medicinal plant species constitute an accessible and affordable health-care alternative, and are an important source of livelihood for indigenous and rural populations. However, over harvesting and habitat losses due to land use and fragme… RUF-33880 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Dynamics of land use and land cover change in semi-arid Karamoja sub-region, Uganda A. Egeru · L. MacOpiyo · M.G.J. Majaliwa · J. Mburu +1 more There is limited information on the patterns of land use and land cover changes taking place in the semi-arid ecosystem of Karamoja, a key livestock producing sub-region of Uganda. Thus, this study was designed to determine the pattern and… RUF-33872 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Diversity assessment of cassava mutants, hybrids and landraces using morphological markers E. E. Arunga · M. Chelulei · E. Chepkoech · S. Kimno +2 more Cassava (Manihot esculenta) is a very important crop in terms of adaptability to various micro-environments, flexibility in management, returns, and multiple uses as food and in various industries. Knowledge of levels of genetic variation … RUF-33871 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Leveraging mining infrastructure and procurement for long-term agricultural supply chain productivity and development D. Doepel · J.G Howieson · M.P McHenry · J. Walls +1 more Harnessing natural resources in mining and agriculture is a key driver of economic growth, generating large government revenues and export earnings, leading to considerable investment, growth, employment, and social benefit. However, in ma… RUF-33864 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of entrepreneurship training of smallholder farmers on soybean productivity and household incomes in Lango Sub-region, Northern Uganda P. Ebanyat · W. Ekere · L. Rokani · P. Walekwa The soybean value chain has a potential to increase smallholder farmers’ incomes and has significant growth potential yet soybean farming households lack services such as education which is tailored to address the real challenges they face… RUF-33858 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Type and distribution of urban and peri-urban agriculture production systems in Nairobi County, Kenya J.B. Mukundi · M.N. Ogendi · M.O. Orege This research established the type and distribution of urban and peri-urban agriculture production systems in Nairobi County, Kenya. Results revealed that crops only were grown in Kamukunji district (58.8%) while mixed farming was practice… RUF-33855 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Characteristics of urban agricultural farming practices and spatial nature of production systems in the city of Nairobi, Kenya P.W. Masinde · J.B. Mukundi · N. Muthoka · M.O. Onyango Within the urban environment, urban agriculture faces myriad of challenges ranging from type of practices employed, through to production systems, to quality and safety of produce. An investigation was done to characterise urban agricultur… RUF-33852 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Improving the competitiveness of the potato and carrot value chain in Kenya: An agro- cluster approach P.M. Mshenga The competitiveness of any agribusiness is based on its role within its environment, its relationship and linkages with other actors within which it operates. In this study, we use cluster approach to get an insight into what roles and lin… RUF-33847 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Embedding entrepreneurship in agribusiness teaching in African Universities to enhance competitiveness of the agribusiness sector N. P. Carsten · K. Manjur · P.M. Mshenga · B. Mugonola +1 more In recent times, there has been changes taking place in agriculture requiring smallholder farmers to shift their focus from subsistence farming to commercialisation. This can be enhanced by connecting agricultural education and research to… RUF-33843 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Selection strategy for developing maize inbred lines with drought and disease resistance in Uganda G. Asea · B. U. L. Castiano · R. Edema Breeding for host plant resistance along with performance traits requires the use of an effective breeding method and selection strategy. Such a selection strategy and related indices should contribute to reducing the time required for bre… RUF-33842 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Effects of different planting methods on performance of New Rice for Africa (NERICA) in Kerio Valley and Marigat, Kenya E. O. Auma · W. K. Bii · L. Ngode The New Rice for Africa (NERICA) which was developed to solve the food crisis has been adopted by farmers in Kenya. Attempts have been made to choose methods of planting for NERICA production but their effectiveness has not been well under… RUF-33833 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Agro Market Day L. Katusiime Every district in Uganda has markets which open on different days selling a variety of produce. Farmers bring their produce to these markets with the hope of getting buyers but it is not always obvious that they get buyers so they have to … RUF-33829 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Components of resistance that reduce the rate of blast epidemic in GULU-E finger millet variety of northern Uganda J. C. Aru · P. Okori · N. Wanyera There is a large demand for finger millet in East Africa, which is produced in the lake region countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda among others. In Uganda, finger millet is second only to maize as a major cereal crop, and occu… RUF-33826 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Profitability and consumer preference of pond raised fish among fish farmers and consumers in Northern Malawi W.W.L. Jere · A. Kamangira · F. Kapute · V. Kasulo +1 more The consumption and demand for fish is on the increase in Africa and Malawi in particular. The supply of fish per person in the country has, however, been steadily decreasing such that the per capita consumption of fish is less than 13-15 … RUF-33823 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
