Working Document Series Open Access Rainwater Harvesting Technology: An Adaptation Approach to Climate Change Among Farmers in Africa: a Systematic Review N. P. Kolliesuah · I.N. Sheyavali, Water scarcity and drought accumulating from erratic rainfall patterns are responsible for significant losses in agricultural productivity across Africa and beyond. This has overtime contributed to significant decline in economic growth an… RUF-40707 2019 CC BY 4.0 19 Nov 2023
Journal articles Open Access Assessment of arsenic status and distribution in Usangu agro-ecosystem-Tanzania Patrick A. Ndakidemi · W. Blake · S. Comber · T. H. Hutchinson +2 more This study was conducted to assess arsenic (As) status and distribution in Usangu agroecosystem-Tanzania, including three land use. About 198 soil samples were collected in ten irrigation schemes in three land uses. Total and bioavailable … RUF-39418 2021 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Analysis of potato yield gap using aquacrop simulation Model E.C. Kipkorir · S. Kiptoo · C.K. Kiptum Water scarcity and food shortage worldwide is a major concern globally. In crop production, water stress affects yield if not managed properly. Solanum potato is the second most important food crop in Kenya after maize and is sensitive to … RUF-39086 2018 CC BY 4.0 1 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of biochar on water use efficiency of legume fodder Dolichos lablab (Lablab purpureus L.) Sweet in semi-arid and arid soils of Mwea and Bura, Kenya C. C. K. Gachene · S. O. Keya · T. J. Njoka · E. A. Ouna +1 more Production of legume fodder in arid and semi-arid regions remains a problem due to constraints of low soil moisture and limited farming technologies that can improve water retention in soil. Mwea and Bura soils are vertisols, compacted, wi… RUF-38523 2018 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Intercropping potato with grain legumes for enhanced productivity and climate change adaptation in smallholder farms, Kenya C.K.K. Gachene · E. Geldermann · H.I Gitari · N.N. Karanja +2 more This study evaluated the effect of potato-grain legume intercropping systems on best land equivalent yield ratios, crop water productivity and net profits in field trials conducted in three agro-ecologies of Kenya: upper highland with seas… RUF-38517 2018 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Analysis of strategies used in mitigating dry spells occurrences on rainfed agriculture in Homa Bay County, Kenya E. M. Mugalavai · J. O. Ogenga Dry spells have been on the increase in both spatial and temporal scales in the last few decades exacerbating rainfall variability. Homa Bay County which is located in the Western part of Kenya in the Lake Victoria Basin is a sub humid reg… RUF-38511 2018 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2020
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 Effect of application of aquaculture effluent on nutrient uptake and grain yield of the common bean P. Akol · N. Alupo · F. Bugenyi · M. Iwadra +4 more A study was conducted to evaluate the fertilizer value of aquaculture effluent from African catfish (Clarius glerepenus) with respect to common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). The study i) determined the crop nutrient value of aquaculture efflu… RUF-37453 2016 CC BY 4.0 10 Apr 2018
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Simulating development, biomass and yield of tef (Quncho variety) using FAO’s AquaCrop model: a case study in Mekelle area Haileselassie Hailay The experiment was carried out in the northern Ethiopia at Mekelle University Main campus in 2012. The objectives were to evaluate the effect of fertilizer and water level on yield and yield component as well as to simulate, development, b… RUF-37392 2013 CC BY 4.0 21 Mar 2018
Journal articles Open Access Exploring optimal farm resources management strategy forQuncho-teff (Eragrostis tef (Zucc.) Trotter) using AquaCrop model Haileselassie Hailay Teff is a major staple food crop in Ethiopia. Moisture and soil fertility are the two major factors limitingteff yield. Studies were conducted across three sites in Ethiopa [Mekelle (MK) in 2012 and 2016, Ilala(IL) in 2012 and Debrezeit (D… RUF-37391 2016 CC BY 4.0 20 Mar 2018
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Effect of drip irrigation on the production and economic returns of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) in semi arid areas of Tanzania Athuman Juma Mahinda Field trials were conducted in semi arid area of Dodoma, central Tanzania with the aim of assessing the effect of three drip irrigation watering regimes on the production and economic returns of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor). The irrigation tr… RUF-36606 2014 CC BY 4.0 15 Mar 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 Camel forage range in Uganda’s dryland D. Aleper · A. Egeru · J. Namaalwa · J.B. Salamula Camels thrive best in arid and semi-arid lands of Africa and have the potential to reduce the vulnerability of pastoral communities to impacts of climate change and variability. The study was conducted in Karamoja sub-region and involved a… RUF-36469 2016 CC BY 4.0 27 Oct 2016
Working Document Series Open Access The benefits and productivity of cereal-legume intercropping with and without supplementary irrigation in the semi-arid highlands of Tigray, Ethiopia A. Araya · G. Girmay · E. Solomon · T. Yemane Low soil fertility and limited water availability are the major hampering factors to crop production in the semi arid highlands of Ethiopia. Thus poverty and hunger is evident to the ever increasing population in the country. Comprehensiv… RUF-36332 2016 CC BY 4.0 20 Oct 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Evaluating the productivity and economic benefits of cereal-legume intercropping with and without supplementary irrigation in the semi-arid highlands of Tigray, Ethiopia Solomon Etany Farmers in the northern dryland areas of Ethiopia practice a cereal based rainfed crop-livestock mixed farming and are predominantly rainfed. However, low soil fertility and limited water availability are the major hampering factors to cro… RUF-36025 2016 CC BY 4.0 4 Sep 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Characterizing Current and Future Rainfall Variability and its Effect on Wheat and Barley Production in Sinana District, South Eastern Ethiopia Fitsum Bekele This study was undertaken in Sinana district to analyze current and future rainfall variability and its effect on wheat and barley production in Sinana district. Data on rainfall and crop yield were obtained from National Meteorological Ag… RUF-35977 2015 CC BY 4.0 21 Jul 2016
Journal articles Open Access Effects of catchment characteristics and climatic conditions on reservoir water capacity in a drought prone area Singa. Darwin Dodoma · M. Lowole · H. Mahoo · F.B.R. Rwehumbiza +1 more Crop production in semi-arid sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is limited by over-reliance on erratic and inadequate rainfall, which often results in yield reduction or total crop failure. The effects of frequent droughts and dry spells need to be … RUF-35960 2016 CC BY 4.0 24 Jun 2016
Journal articles Open Access Local-scale governance: a review of the Zambian approach to fisheries management Lloyd Haambiya · D. Kambewa · E. Kaunda · Jeremy Likongwe +1 more Despite Zambia’s recent policies for optimizing sustainable management of fisheries, their success has been modest in practice. Artisanal and industrial fleets have led to decline in fish catches in the presence of currently prescribed man… RUF-35903 2015 CC BY 4.0 22 Feb 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Population genetics structure of wild and domesticated African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) in Victoria and Albertine Drainage Basins Daniel Ojiambo Wildlife capture fisheries have declined tremendously due to overfishing resulting from high demand. Aquaculture is a viable option to meet this demand. The African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) is one of the major species cultured in sever… RUF-35894 2015 CC BY 4.0 3 Feb 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Analysis of past and future intra-seasonal rainfall variability and its implications for crop production in the north eastern Amhara region, Ethiopia Tegegn Muluneh Getaneh Rainfall is the most important but variable climatic element in semiarid regions. The present study analyzed intra-seasonal rainfall variability, its trends and implications of rainfall change and variability risk on crop production at fou… RUF-35885 2015 CC BY 4.0 3 Feb 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 Suitability assessment and projected impact of climate change on rice yield in two Agro-ecological zones in southkivu, Democratic Republic of Congo Iragi Daniel Muhindo Rice is one of the five most important staple foods in South-Kivu, with high and increasing demand. The gap between the demand and supply has led to increasing importation of rice in the region. Changes in climate are likely to further inc… RUF-35848 2015 CC BY 4.0 28 Jan 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Sediment and nutrient loading into Lake Kivu: A case study lwiro micro-catchment, Democratic Republic of Congo Jean Jacques Bagalwa Mashimango Lake Kivu is one of the deepest lakes in Africa with a maximum depth of 485 m and the most fragile and highly sensitive ecosystems in the African Great Lakes region in term of gaseous content. During the last decade, an increase in polluti… RUF-35846 2015 CC BY 4.0 28 Jan 2016
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Development of a decision support system for runoff water storage and irrigation – case study of Common bean at Ukwe, Malawi Singa. Darwin Dodoma Temporally and spatially poor rainfall distribution in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) has had serious repercussions on crop production resulting in high negative consequences on food production and financial returns for farmers. Harvesting and s… RUF-35788 2015 CC BY 4.0 3 Dec 2015
Journal articles Open Access Determinants of farm-level decisions regarding cereal crops and varieties in semi-arid central Tanzania N. Kihupi · B. Msongaleli · F.B.R. Rwehumbiza · S. Tumbo We assess the potential and constraints of increased sorghum and pearl millet production to enhance food security and livelihoods in central Tanzania. These dryland cereals show a high potential to contribute to local food security. The st… RUF-35786 2015 CC BY 4.0 3 Dec 2015
