Journal articles Open Access Drought and shifts in agropastoral coping strategies in Uganda’s cattle corridor Y. Bamutaze · A. Egeru · B. H Lein · J. Mbaziira +1 more Changing climatic conditions including drought and severe dry spells are major challenges to agropastoral food production. The frequency and intensity of prolonged dry-seasons impact agropastoral livelihoods especially crop production. Hou… RUF-40861 2024 CC BY 4.0 5 Mar 2024
Working Document Series Open Access Agro-pastoral farmers’ perceptions of drought in Kayunga district, Uganda Deborah Alio · E. Basaliza · S. Masaba, · A. Nakiyemba, Drought is an important factor affecting agriculture and livestock and the most constraining climate extreme to livelihoods. The study highlights agro-pastoral farmers’ perceptions of drought in Kayunga district in central Uganda. The stud… RUF-40684 2019 CC BY 4.0 17 Nov 2023
Working Document Series Open Access Enhancing climate resilience of cropping systems: A synopsis of research activities by crop scientists at University of Nairobi G.N. Chemining’wa · O.M. Kitonyo Climate change is associated with rising temperatures, elevated carbon dioxide, variable rainfall patterns and frequent droughts, reduced soil carbon and mineral nutrients, and increased influx of pests and diseases, in addition to adverse… RUF-39096 2018 CC BY 4.0 1 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Enhancing climate resilience of cropping systems: A synopsis of research activities by crop scientists at University of Nairobi G. Chemining’wa · O. M. Kitonyo Climate change is associated with rising temperatures, elevated carbon dioxide, variable rainfall patterns and frequent droughts, reduced soil carbon and mineral nutrients, and increased influx of pests and diseases, in addition to adverse… RUF-38906 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Morphological response of selected passion fruit varieties to limiting water status J. O. Gweyi · M. M. Kimani · M. Mwangi · S. Runo Passion fruit (Passiflora spp.) is the third most common fruit in Kenya. It belongs to the Passifloraceae family with three species under production in Kenya. The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KARLO) released thre… RUF-38665 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Signaling and cross-talk between Salicylic Acid and Abscisic Acid phytohormones on Net Blotch, Aluminium toxicity and drought stresses in barley S. Gyawali · J.O. Ochuodho · N.K. Rop · J.O. Were Varying levels of abscisic acid and salicylic acid whose effects can be antagonistic or synergistic are produced by plants including barley under stress conditions. This scenario has not been explored in details and scientifically document… RUF-38630 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Sep 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
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 The role of drought stress on aflatoxin contamination in groundnuts and Aspergillus flavus population in the soil during field production T. Donga · W.A.B. Msuku · S. Njoroge · C. Sibakwe Drought stress is one of the factors that contribute to aflatoxin contamination in groundnuts during field production. A study was conducted aimed at investigating the effects of drought on aflatoxin contamination and A. fluvus population … RUF-37497 2016 CC BY 4.0 10 Apr 2018
Working Document Series Open Access Safflower germplasm evaluation for Botswana conditions Vallantino Emongor · Otsoseng Oagile · P. Oarabile · D. Phuduhudu Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) is a multipurpose oil seed crop that can be used for cooking oil production, as a vegetable crop, cut flower, forage crop (for both forage and seed for animal feed concentrates), industrial crop for dye … RUF-37007 2016 CC BY 4.0 18 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Water stress effects on common bean genotypes with four growth habits J. Bokossi · S. Chantiro · R. Chirwa · W. Mkwaila This study evaluated 22 common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) genotypes for yield and yield components performance under drought stress conditions. The genotypes were grouped into four growth habits IIIa, IIIb, IVa and IVb, according to Inte… RUF-36501 2016 CC BY 4.0 22 Nov 2016
Working Document Series Open Access Response of winter and spring barley genotypes to biotic and abiotic stresses in Kenya S. Gyawali · J.O. Ochuodho · N.K. Rop · J.O. Were Mixed response to net blotch disease, drought and aluminium toxicity in barley under different growing regions is one of the key problems leading to low average yield of barley in Kenya. The study aimed at determining whether spring and wi… RUF-36339 2016 CC BY 4.0 20 Oct 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Gender dimensions of smallholder farmers’ perceptions, knowledge and adaptations to climate change in Soroti district, Eastern Uganda T. Kisauzi Perceptions and knowledge play a key role in shaping individual and collective response to climate change. Furthermore, understanding what types and forms of adaptation are possible, feasible and likely; and who would be involved in their … RUF-35857 2014 CC BY 4.0 29 Jan 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Use of morpho-physiological traits to enhance breeding for drought tolerance in tropical maize X. Mhike This thesis contains four mutually reinforcing studies conducted with the aim of identifying the most effective secondary morphological traits and approaches that can be used to efficiently select for high yielding and drought tolerant mai… RUF-35830 2013 CC BY 4.0 28 Jan 2016
Working Document Series Open Access Climate change adaptation strategies among agricultural communities in Uganda: The case of Kabale and Nakasongla districts P. Isubikalu · J.G.M. Majaliwa · R.L. Mwerera Climate change affects the ability of developing countries to achieve their poverty reduction and sustainable development strategies. Uganda was labeled among the most vulnerable countries to climate change risks. Rural farmers who depend … RUF-34511 2010 CC BY 4.0 25 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Combining ability and performance of maize hybrids under low nitrogen and drought stress G. Asea · R. Edema · A. Nyombayire The main objective of this study was to develop maize genotypes that perform well under drought and low-nitrogen stresses. Twelve parents were crossed in a half-diallel mating design. The resultant F1 hybrids were evaluated in four environ… RUF-34506 2010 CC BY 4.0 25 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Gender dimensions of climate change adaptation and mitigation by smallholder farmers in Uganda B. Bashaasha · T. Kisauzi · J.G.M. Majaliwa · M. N. Mangheni Climate change is now recognized as serious with long term negative effects on agricultural productivity, and hence on the well-being of communities especially in Africa. Farmers have experienced climate change effects and have tried to mi… RUF-34486 2010 CC BY 4.0 25 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Stabilisation of silt clay soil using molasses for small dam embankment construction as inner zone T. Christiane · M. Ernest · A. N. Gitau · E. F. Mwanga The Agriculture sector contributes 45% of Tanzania’s GDP and about 30% of its export earnings, while employing over 80% of the nation’s work-force. Despite of its importance, agriculture is very much affected by inadequacy, seasonality and… RUF-34161 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 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 Assessment of Climate change Impact on Sorghum Productivity in Sudan M. Muna Elhag Water rather than land is the limiting factor for crop production in Sudan. More than 80 percent of sorghum, which is the major stable food crop in the country, is grown in the rainfed subsector. This paper reports on a study of the impact… RUF-32866 2012 CC BY 4.0 19 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access MSc Programme in Agrometeorology and Natural Risk Management at Haramaya University, Ethiopia Shimeles Beneberu · 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 warmin… RUF-32393 2012 CC BY 4.0 16 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Enhancing Farmers’ Adaptation to Climate Change by Integrating Traditional and Conventional Drought Prediction and Preparedness Techniques in Kenyan Central Highlands M.W. Mucheru-Muna · W.E. Mugi Climate change has been recognised as the most complex and challenging environmental problem facing crop production among most small holder farms today. Drought, a condition that has a negative impact on crop productivity is an indicator o… RUF-31934 2012 CC BY 4.0 13 May 2014
