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 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 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
Journal articles Open Access RNAi-mediated resistance to Cassava brown streak Uganda virus in transgenic cassava Titus Alicai · Basavaraj Bagewadi · Claude M. Fauquet · Eliana Gaitan-Solis +5 more Cassava brown streak disease (CBSD), caused by Cassava brown streak Uganda virus (CBSUV) and Cassava brown streak virus (CBSV), is of new epidemic importance to cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) production in East Africa, and an emerging … RUF-33713 2011 CC BY 4.0 22 May 2015
Journal articles Open Access Efficient transmission of cassava brown streak disease viral pathogens by chip bud grafting Titus Alicai · Getu Beyene · Claude M. Fauquet · Nigel J. Taylor +2 more Techniques to study plant viral diseases under controlled growth conditions are required to fully understand their biology and investigate host resistance. Cassava brown streak disease (CBSD) presents a major threat to cassava production i… RUF-33703 2013 CC BY 4.0 22 May 2015
Journal articles Open Access Effect of Marker Aided Pyramiding of Anthracnose and Pythium Root Rot Resistance Genes on Plant Agronomic Characters among Advanced Common Bean Genotypes M. Kiryowa One of the factors that accounts for the low yields in common bean is the simultaneous occurrence of diseases on the common bean crop. Bean root rots and anthracnose are the most important common bean diseases that simultaneously occur on … RUF-33700 2015 CC BY 4.0 22 May 2015
Journal articles Open Access Simple sequence repeats (SSR) diversity of cassava in South, East and Central Africa in relation to resistance to cassava brown streak disease T. Alicai · Y. Baguma · M. Ferguson · P. Gibson +8 more This study was conducted to: (1) determine the amount and structure of the genetic diversity of cassava in southern, eastern and central (SEC) Africa using simple sequence repeat (SSR) markers, (2) determine the frequency and distribution … RUF-33665 2013 CC BY 4.0 14 Apr 2015
Journal articles Open Access Identification of new sources of resistance to angular leaf spot among Uganda common bean landraces G. Ddamulira · R. Edema · P. Gepts · C. Mukankusi +2 more Breeding for resistance to Angular Leaf spot (ALS), a fungal disease caused by Pseudocercospora griseola (Sacc), is faced with a challenge of the existence of a few resistance sources that are exotic and not well adapted to environmental c… RUF-33652 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Apr 2015
Journal articles Open Access Distribution and Variability of Pseudocercospora griseola in Uganda G. Ddamulira Pseudocercospora griseola the casual pathogen for angular leaf spot (ALS) on common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is highly variable with many different races occurring in different agro-ecological zones. Therefore, for an effective breeding p… RUF-33649 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Apr 2015
Case Studies Open Access The University of Zimbabwe Megan Lindow RUF-33635 2012 CC BY 4.0 15 Mar 2015
Case Studies Open Access Rebuilding Agricultural Research Systems in Burundi Megan Lindow RUF-33621 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Mar 2015
Case Studies Open Access Rebuilding Agricultural Research Systems in Burundi: RUFORUM Regional Postgraduate Scholarships Megan Lindow So pressing are Burundi’s needs for well-trained agricultural researchers, that when Micheline Inamahoro arrived at Makerere University in Uganda in 2008 to complete a masters degree in plant breeding and seed systems, she was eight months… RUF-33500 2014 CC BY 4.0 4 Feb 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Higher Education Partnerships: Experiences and Impact in Sub-Saharan Africa Teshome Alemneh · Tully Cornick Tertiary-level human capital in Africa, particularly in sub- Saharan Africa (SSA), is extremely low and, when available, it is variable in terms of quality and competitiveness. African countries are facing challenges related to ineffective… RUF-33171 2012 CC BY 4.0 21 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Providing Opportunities to African Youths and Other Disadvantaged Groups:The Uganda Martyrs University Approach/ Strategy C.L.M. Olweny Youth is a period of building “self concept” often influenced by parents, peers, gender and culture. The United Nations (UN) youth agenda is guided by the World Programme of Action for Youths (WPAY) adopted by the UN General Assembly in 19… RUF-33154 2012 CC BY 4.0 21 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Potential Application of Natural Variability of Arabidopsis Thaliana Accessions in Genomics of Xanthomonas Campestris pv Pusacearum M.R. Grant · J. Kubiriba · G. Tusiime · A. Wasukira The banana Xanthomonas wilt epidemic in the Great Lake region of Africa has destroyed banana and is affecting livelihoods of thousands of people who depend on the crop. Currently, there are no banana varieties resistant to the disease. Gen… RUF-33007 2012 CC BY 4.0 20 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Unraveling the Vector Transmission Biology of the Ipomovirus Sweet Potato Mild Mottle Virus (Potyviridae) in Sweetpotato (Lam.) Settumba B. Mukasa · C.A. Omongo · A.K. Tugume This study undertakes to unravel vector transmission biology of Sweet potato mild mottle virus (SPMMV), a type member of the genus Ipomovirus in the family Potyviridae. This study will be conducted in four selected districts of Uganda for … RUF-32994 2012 CC BY 4.0 20 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Integrated Management of Aphid Vectors and Associated Viral Diseases of Passion Fruit in Uganda J. Karungi · M. Nantale · M. Ochwo-Ssemakula · A. Olango +1 more This study is intended to develop management strategies for aphid vectors and viral diseases on passion fruit in Uganda. In the absence of resistant varieties, the management techniques evaluated here will provide much needed information f… RUF-32977 2012 CC BY 4.0 20 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Phakopsora Pachyrhizi Diversity and Rust Resistance in Soybean Genotypes in Uganda T. Obua · P. Tukamuhabwa · G. Tusiime The objectives of this study were twofold: (i) to validate use of SSR markers in assessing Phakopsora pachyrhizi diversity in Uganda and (ii) to assess elite soybean lines for resistance to rust in diverse locations in Uganda. A dendogram … RUF-32971 2012 CC BY 4.0 20 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Incorporating Crotalaria Species in Cropping Systems for the Management of Root-knot Nematodes in Indigenous Vegetable Crops in Western Kenya A.K. Kipkoech · J.M. Mbogoh · L. Ngode · P. Njira +2 more There is rekindled interest and increased demand for African Leafy Vegetables (ALVs) by rural and urban dwellers of all socio-economic classes in Kenya. This has stimulated production of these vegetables but their supply has not been able … RUF-32950 2012 CC BY 4.0 20 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access On Farm Evaluation of Legumes Biomass for the Management of Striga in Iringa District, Tanzania D.M. Mabula · J.J. Msaky · K.P. Sibuga A mother-baby trial using farmers’ groups was set up to evaluate the effect of legumes biomass in the management of Striga in Iringa district, Tanzania. A randomised complete block design was used in the experimental lay-out. Two maize gen… RUF-32939 2012 CC BY 4.0 20 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Developing Ecological Management Strategies for the Aphid Vectored Cucumber Mosaic Virus on Tomato in Uganda S. Ahabwe · H. Jurua · J. Karungi · M.K.N. Ochwo-Ssemakula +1 more This study aims to develop safe and affordable management strategies for cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) on tomato and the aphids that vector the disease as a strategy to rejuvenate and increase yields of the crop at the small scale levels. Th… RUF-32933 2012 CC BY 4.0 20 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Building Local Capacities for Innovative Research through RUFORUM: Experiences from South Sudan M.L. Mogga South Sudan is endowed with abundant natural resources that can sustain diverse agricultural activities. Decades of civil strife greatly hindered agricultural development until peace returned with the signing of the Comprehensive Peace Agr… RUF-32917 2012 CC BY 4.0 20 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Epidemiology of Epizoootic Ulcerative Syndrome (EUS) on Fish in the Zambezi River System: A case study for Zambia B. Mfitilodze · A.R. Nsonga · K.L. Samui · D. Sikawa An epidemiological investigation was conducted from January to December 2011 in the Sesheke District of Zambia along the Zambezi River. The study aimed at determining factors associated with the outbreak of epizootic ulcerative syndrome (E… RUF-32834 2012 CC BY 4.0 19 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Enhancing Market Opportunities Through Value Chain Development: The Role of University Research J.N. Jagwe This paper was solicited to highlight the potential role of university research in enhancing market opportunities through value chain development. A definition of agricultural value chain is presented to get a common understanding of the t… RUF-32755 2012 CC BY 4.0 19 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Changes in Farming Practices in the Lake Kivu Basin M.W. Adidja · S. Bashwira · F. Kansiime · J.G.M. Majaliwa +1 more Provinces of eastern D.R. Congo are going through a period of political instability which has impacted negatively on the way smallholder farmers manage natural resources. This has contributed to increased degradation of Lake Kivu water and… RUF-32580 2012 CC BY 4.0 17 May 2014
