Journal articles Open Access Variations in Soil Chemical Properties, Bacteria and Fungi Populations Along Slope Positions and Profile Depths in Terraced and Non-terraced Lands of Rwanda highlands A. Fashaho · J.J. Lelei · A. O. Musandu · S.M. Mwonga +1 more The objective of the current study was to evaluate the effect of terracing on soil chemical and biological properties in the Rwanda highlands. The study was done in March 2017. Composite soil samples were collected from the top, middle and… RUF-38418 2019 CC BY 4.0 30 Jul 2020
Journal articles Open Access Determinants of ecosystem-based adaptation to drought in the central cattle corridor of Uganda A. Egeru · David Mfitumukiza · S. Nanfuka Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) is widely recognised as an important strategy for strengthening climate change resilience. Nevertheless, there is limited evidence on the factors that facilitate or impede EbA for ecosystem services, adapta… RUF-38417 2020 CC BY 4.0 30 Jul 2020
Books and Book Chapters Open Access Sustainability in Plant and Crop Protection 14: Sustainable Management of Invasive Pests in Africa After many years of research in the field of invasive species, we have learnt that these pests can be disastrous to many cropping systems in Africa, especially in a context where countries are not prepared and do not have monitoring and co… RUF-38415 2020 CC BY 4.0 30 Jul 2020
Journal articles Open Access Regional Animal Feed Action Plan for East Africa: why, what, for whom, how used and benefits S. Ahmed · C. Ferrand · H. P. S. Makkar · S. Munyua +5 more Livestock are a crucial source of food, employment, and income for much of East Africa’s rural population. The sector contributes substantially to export revenues, national GDPs, and thus the region’s broader socioeconomic development. Liv… RUF-38408 2020 CC BY 4.0 24 Jul 2020
Journal articles Open Access Typology and Prospects for the Improvement of Market Gardening Systems in South-Kivu, Eastern DR Congo L. E. Ahoton · L. M. Kazamwali · Y. Mugumaarhahama · N.G. Mushagalusa +4 more Vegetables play a very important role in rural and urban communities as both food and a business opportunity. They are fast-growing species, with high nutritional values and able to generate income in a relatively short period compared to … RUF-38389 2020 CC BY 4.0 16 Jul 2020
Journal articles Open Access Sugar Content and Physical Characterization of Four Selected African Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) Edible Berries E.H. Kamau · G.M. Kenji · J.M. Mathara Fruits constitute a major part of the diet in many parts of the world, highly recommended for the nutritional value derived from them. Fruit maturity is an important determinant of the quality as it affects the appearance, an aspect of qua… RUF-38380 2020 CC BY 4.0 16 Jul 2020
Working Document Series Open Access TAGDev Model positions agricultural graduate students at Gulu university to respond to international development challenges –the case of refugee situation in Northern Uganda T. Aliro · S. W. Kalule · W. Odongo · D. Ongeng +1 more Globally, universities are meant to contribute to development and positive transformation of societies through three cardinal functions of teaching, research and outreach. However, the relevance of African universities in responding to com… RUF-38374 2018 CC BY 4.0 13 Jul 2020
Journal articles Open Access Characterization of the Chemical and Phytochemical Profiles during Fruit Development and Ripening in Selected Cultivars of African Nightshade (Solanum Nigrum Complex) Edible Berries E.H. Kamau · G.M. Kenji · J.M. Mathara Solanum nigrum complex is a green, indigenous leafy vegetable that grows in many parts of the world and its utilization can deliver more nutrients and phytochemicals into the diet. Even though it can help in alleviating the burden of hidde… RUF-38353 2020 CC BY 4.0 11 Jul 2020
Journal articles Open Access Apple Peel Biochemical Changes after Foliar Application of Combined Boron and Calcium II. Photosynthetic Pigments, Total Peroxides and Photochemical Efficiency E. W. Hoffman · E. Lötze · A. Mwije Understanding of the physiological effect of post-full-bloom foliar boron combined with calcium (B+Ca) on apple (Malus domestica) peel tissues is envisaged to give way to the unknown mode-of-action by which these mineral regimens suppress … RUF-38352 2020 CC BY 4.0 11 Jul 2020
Working Document Series Open Access RUFORUM Response to Africa Continental Strategies and the Global Sustainable Development Agenda Ekwamu Adipala · C Tizikara · M. Waswa The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM, see www.ruforum.org ) is a network of 126 universities in 38 African nations spanning the Continent with a vision to ‘create vibrant, transformative universitie… RUF-38346 2018 CC BY 4.0 10 Jul 2020
Journal articles Open Access Genetic Basis of Maize Resistance to Multiple Insect Pests: Integrated Genome-Wide Comparative Mapping and Candidate Gene Prioritization S Agbahoungba · G. Asea · A. Badji · A. Bararyenya +14 more Several species of herbivores feed on maize in field and storage setups, making the development of multiple insect resistance a critical breeding target. In this study, an association mapping panel of 341 tropical maize lines was evaluated… RUF-38341 2020 CC BY 4.0 27 Jun 2020
Journal articles Open Access Micropropagation of Livingstone Potato (Plectranthus esculentus N.E.Br) T. C. Chitendera · G. T. Kujeke · R. T. Masekesa · A. Matikiti +3 more Livingstone potato (Plectranthus esculentus N.E.Br) is an underutilised indigenous root vegetable grown by communal farmers in the eastern provinces of Zimbabwe. It is vegetatively propagated using unimproved retained tubers from the previ… RUF-38331 2020 CC BY 4.0 24 Jun 2020
Journal articles Open Access Evaluation of The Potential of Jack Bean [CANAVALIA ENSIFORMIS (L.) DC.] and Velvet Bean [mucuna pruriens (l.) Dc.] Aqueous Extracts as Post-Emergence Bio-Herbicides for Weed Control in Maize (ZEA MAYS L.) S Mabasa · P. J. Pieterse · J.T. Rugare The objective of the study was to evaluate the effect of jack bean and velvet bean aqueous extracts when applied post-emergence alone or in combination with half dosage rates of atrazine on goosegrass, beggarticks, and maize. Three potted … RUF-38325 2020 CC BY 4.0 24 Jun 2020
Journal articles Open Access Effects of green manure cover crops (Canavalia ensiformis L. and Mucuna pruriens L.) on seed germination and seedling growth of maize and Eleusine indica L. and Bidens pilosa L. weeds S Mabasa · P. J. Pieterse · J.T. Rugare In Lab bioassays and Pot culture, we studied the allelopathic potential of aqueous extracts (0, 1.25, 2.5, 3.75 and 5 % wv-1 ) of green manure cover crops [jack bean (Canavalia ensiformis L.) and velvet bean (Mucuna pruriens L.)], on the g… RUF-38324 2020 CC BY 4.0 24 Jun 2020
Working Document Series Open Access On the role of higher agricultural education institutions in promoting inclusiveness and transforming African agriculture E. Adipala · Sylvanus Mensah Due to the constantly increasing human population and growth, the African continent is grappling with prominent challenges of low agricultural productivity and food insecurity amidst spiraling population growth and unsustainable natural re… RUF-38317 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Jun 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Contributing to rural transformation through skills development: the role of University-Community and TVET Linkages with experiences from Egerton University E. Adipala · A. Egeru · N.W. Mungai This paper provides highlights of Egerton University engagement with farming communities and TVETs and demonstrates the inherent potential that the University-Community and TVET partnership can achieve in rural transformation. Egerton Univ… RUF-38316 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Jun 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Universities responding to advancing community transformation through action research in Africa A. Egeru · Sylvanus Mensah · R.J. Rukarwa Universities have a critical role to play in community transformation through technology and knowledge transfer whilst staying on course with teaching and research functions. Community action research is a remarkable approach to facilitati… RUF-38315 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Jun 2020
Working Document Series Open Access The role of universities in agribusiness innovation and incubation development A. Egeru · Sylvanus Mensah · R.J. Rukarwa Incubators play a significant role in the development of Africa’s agriculture sector. To advance that process, African incubation initiatives must be revived, and research programmes must investigate innovation systems in order to precisel… RUF-38314 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Jun 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Insights and lessons from a multi-criteria approach for identifying potential students for implementation of university transformation agenda E. Adipala · F Denise · A. Egeru · Sylvanus Mensah +2 more Identification of right profile and potential students from disadvantaged classes is critical for inclusive university transformation agenda. This paper documents the insights and lessons from the selection of potential students, as part o… RUF-38313 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Jun 2020
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Optimising ventilated package design for postharvest handling of pomegranate fruit in the cold chain M. Mukama Packaging is an indispensable unit operation in handling and distribution of fresh fruit. Studies on postharvest handling of a number of horticultural products highlighted the importance of package design and knowledge of fruit and package… RUF-38304 2019 CC BY 4.0 10 Jun 2020
Journal articles Open Access Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) based analysis of the aerodynamic and thermodynamic performances of package designs during cooling of stacked pomegranates A. Ambaw · M. Mukama · Linus Opara Umezuruike The demand for pomegranate fruit is increasing due to the extensive knowledge acquired on the health benefits of pomegranate and the increased public awareness about functional food. Following this, there has been an increased interest in … RUF-38303 2018 CC BY 4.0 10 Jun 2020
Journal articles Open Access Effect of relative humidity on pomegranate quality under simulated ambient storage conditions A. Ambaw · T. M. Berry · M. Mukama · Linus Opara Umezuruike The effects of relative humidity (RH) on the quality of pomegranate fruit (‘Wonderful’) stored in ambient temperature (20°C) under low RH (65±6.79%) and high RH (95±1.23%) conditions were studied. Significantly high weight loss, up to 29.1… RUF-38302 2018 CC BY 4.0 10 Jun 2020
Journal articles Open Access Advances in design and performance evaluation of fresh fruit ventilated distribution packaging: A review This review was initiated to realise the state-of-the art in optimising the ventilation and structural requirements of corrugated packaging carton design. Researchers have been using computational methods: computational fluid dynamics, part… RUF-38300 2020 CC BY 4.0 6 Jun 2020
Journal articles Open Access A virtual prototyping approach for redesigning the vent-holes of packaging for handling pomegranate fruit – A short communication A. Ambaw · M. Mukama · Linus Opara Umezuruike In a previous study, experimental analysis and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modelling were used to analyse the cooling performances of two corrugated fibreboard package designs (CT1 and CT2) for handling pomegranate fruit. In these a… RUF-38299 2019 CC BY 4.0 6 Jun 2020
Journal articles Open Access Analysing the dynamics of quality loss during precooling and ambient storage of pomegranate fruit A. Ambaw · T. M. Berry · M. Mukama · Linus Opara Umezuruike In this paper the spatiotemporal profile of quality loss of pomegranate fruit (cv. Wonderful) was investigated during precooling and simulated shelf conditions. The effects of relative humidity (RH) inside the cold room, polyliner inside the… RUF-38296 2019 CC BY 4.0 31 May 2020
