Working Document Series Open Access Adoption of cowpea bruchid control technologies in eastern Uganda E. Adipala · B. Bashaasha · R. Kityo · H. Kongai +3 more Infestation and damage of stored cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) grain by bruchids (Callosobruchus maculatus) is a challenge to majority of farmers in drier parts of Uganda where the crop serves as a major source of vegetables especially during… RUF-39347 2018 CC BY 4.0 28 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Occurrence and effect of fall armyworm on maize production in Arapai Sub-County, Soroti District, Eastern Uganda B. Bua · A. Ocwa · N. Opila Maize (Zea mays L) is ranked among the top three crops cultivated and consumed after bananas and cassava in Uganda. However, maize production is currently endangered by the fall armyworm (FAW) outbreak, which if not controlled causes enorm… RUF-39340 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access The state and status of Shea nut (Vitellaria paradoxa): Uses and conservation D. Akatwetaba · A. Egeru · B. Mugonola The Shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa) is one of the most important indigenous trees occurring in at least 20 countries in the drylands of Africa running from the Sahelian in West Africa to East Africa. It is a non- timber tree that grows in … RUF-39021 2018 CC BY 4.0 25 Feb 2021
Journal articles Open Access Farmer Preference of Cassava Cultivars in Eastern Uganda: A Choice Beyond Disease Resistance F. Kasule · S.B. Mukasa · Clever Mukuze · A. W. Mwang’ombe +4 more The cassava breeding program in Uganda has released many improved cultivars resistant/tolerant to cassava brown streak disease (CBSD) and cassava mosaic disease (CMD). However, many farmers have continued to use cultivars that are suscepti… RUF-38835 2020 CC BY 4.0 5 Dec 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
Working Document Series Open Access Integrated management of Orobanche crenata in faba bean in Ethiopia D. Asefa · T. Brhane · A. Chala · A. Kiros-Meles Broomrape (Orobanche crenata) is a major constraint to faba bean (Vicia faba) production particularly in northern Ethiopia. Few resistant faba bean varieties are capable of reducing the level of damage from O. crenata infestation in faba b… RUF-36961 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access In-vitro techniques for elimination of viruses causing cassava mosaic disease and cassava brown streak disease G. Nakabonge · J.B. Okori Cassava brown streak disease (CBSD) and cassava mosaic disease (CMD) are the two most important viral diseases affecting cassava (Manihot esculenta) production in Uganda. The two diseases persist in the plant system causing yield losses an… RUF-36958 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of biochemical components as a mechanism of cassava resistance to whitefly infestation in Uganda S. Kyamanywa · M. Mwala · N. Mwila · E. Nuwamanya +2 more Bemisia tabaci is one of the most common whitefly species worldwide that have been identified to cause serious harm in various crops through direct damage and as a vector of viral diseases. In Uganda, cassava varieties used have succumbed … RUF-36956 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Managing Faba bean diseases using bioinoculants in Northern Ethiopia D. Asefa · D.G. Gebremedhin · A. Kiros-Meles Fungal diseases have been seriously limiting faba bean production in northern Ethiopia with a serious impact on household food-security and soil fertility management. The study was initiated to evaluate the synergistic effect of host plant… RUF-36934 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Optimum application rates for naturally occuring enthropathogenic fugus for termite management in maize fields L. Gohole · A.W. Khaenje · N.K. Maniania · L. Ngode In Africa, maize yield losses of 50-100% have been reported to due termite attack. Previous studies have demonstrated efficacy of Metarhizium anisopliae for controlling termites, however there is limited information available on the applic… RUF-36930 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Biopesticide-based IPM systems to reduce synthetic pesticide residues in vegetables for niche market access by small holder growers A.M. Fulano · G. M. W. Lengai · J.W. Muthomi · A. W. Mwang’ombe +2 more In the last few decades, farmers have relied on synthetic pesticides to managed crop pests and diseases. This is because synthetic pesticides are easily available, have quick knock down effect, have varied modes of action and are reliable.… RUF-36928 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Plant extracts and antagonistic fungi as alternatives to synthetic pesticides in management of fungal diseases of tomato G. M. W. Lengai · J.W. Muthomi · R.D. Narla · J.M. Wagacha Incorporation of biological pesticides in integrated pest management has lately been considered effective in production of safe food for human consumption, aesthetically valuable for the prime markets and increase in crop yields. Despite t… RUF-36926 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of cultivar and thermotherapy combined with meristem-tip culture on eliminating prevalent viruses infecting potato in Uganda R. Kakuhenzire · M. Ochwo-Ssemakula · M. Waswa Potato (Solanum tuberosum) is an important crop in eastern and south-western highlands agro-ecological zone of Uganda where it is suitable for bridging periods of food shortage. However, production is constrained by viruses which reduce yi… RUF-36917 2016 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2017
TAGDev Resources Open Access Population structure of the Cycad along River Mpanga, Western Uganda J.J. Ogwal Cycads are listed in the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red list of threatened plants. Cycad species Encephalartos whitelockii (P.J.H. Hurter) exist in a forest gorge along River Mpanga in western Uganda where human populat… RUF-36641 2017 CC BY 4.0 24 Mar 2017
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Integrating of host resistance, cultural methods and fungidal application for the management of late blight of potatoes in Uganda Peace. Kankwatsa Late blight caused by Phytophthora infestans (Mont.) de Bary is the most damaging disease of potato in the highlands of Uganda. The objective of this study was to identify plausible disease management options for development of an integrat… RUF-35422 2001 CC BY 4.0 23 Sep 2015
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Management of bacterial wilt of potato using rotation crops in southwestern Uganda Maureen. Katafiire Studies were conducted in the field, shade house and laboratory to explore different Ralstonia solanacearum management options for southwestern Uganda. The major objectives were to determine the effect of the crops commonly grown in rotati… RUF-35411 2004 CC BY 4.0 23 Sep 2015
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Occurrence of sweet potato to virus disease (spvd) and other viruses on sweet potato and the role of resistance and phytosanitation to control spvd in Uganda B. Bua This study was conducted to establish the prevalence and distribution of sweetpotato virus disease and other viruses infecting sweetpotato in Uganda, assess the level of resistance in the most commonly grown sweetpotato landraces in areas … RUF-35406 2004 CC BY 4.0 23 Sep 2015
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Generation of passport data on agronomic performance of sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) clones being conserved ex situ at Makerere University agriculture research institute Kabanyolo Ruth Kaggwa A field experiment was carried out at Makerere University Agricultural Research Institute Kabanyolo (MUARIK) during 2003B and 2004A cropping seasons to generate passport data on agronomic performance of 155 sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas) c… RUF-35385 2004 CC BY 4.0 22 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Studies on the etiology, epidemiology and management of dieback disease of passion fruit in Kenya R. Gathu · N. Kori · J. Mbaka · M. Mwangi +1 more Passion fruit (Passiflora spp.) is an important cash crop in Kenya. In the recent past, diseases have increasingly reduced its production with yield losses ranging from 50 – 100%. Dieback is a recently emerged disease that is highly virule… RUF-34598 2010 CC BY 4.0 8 Sep 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Characterization of root development in a segregating diploid banana population as a searching basis for resistance to Radopholus similis M. Inamahoro · J. Lorenzen · H. Talwana Plant parasitic nematodes are recognised as the most serious pests of bananas wherever they are grown. Nematodes feed, multiply and migrate inside banana roots causing necrotic and reduced root systems. Genetic resistance to nematodes prov… RUF-34444 2010 CC BY 4.0 21 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Factors influencing pesticide use among cocoa farmers in Ondo State, Nigeria Akeem Abiade. Tijani Cocoa production in Nigeria is constrained by insect pests and diseases. The brown cocoa mirid (Sahlbergella singularis), the swollen shoot virus transmitted by mealy bugs and the black pod disease (Phytophthora palmivora and P. megakarya)… RUF-34393 2010 CC BY 4.0 20 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Biosecurity preparedness is integral to sustainable food security in Africa S. Sharma Growth in international trade, tourism and increasing international movements of people will increasingly expose countries in Africa to biosecurity threats, which will significantly impact on economies, community health and native biodiver… RUF-34278 2014 CC BY 4.0 17 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Enzymatic processing of plant fibres for diversified uses M.T. Masarirambi · T.T. Mkhonta · T. Ndlovu · D.A. Otieno +3 more Harsh fibre production processes contributing to challenges in the ecosystem have rekindled the interest on green fibres and eco-friendly products globally. This interest has propelled some developing countries, including Swaziland, to exp… RUF-34202 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Plantwise knowledge bank: Expanding local and global resource pathways for plant health education and research in Africa J. Dennis · S. Hobbs · J. Mulema · W. Ochilo Plant health stakeholders in Africa face many challenges to manage crop pests. Apart from lack of access to vital knowledge and resources, new threats from globalization, climate change and population growth have led to a rapid pace of cha… RUF-34179 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Essential oils of Cupressus lusitanica and Eucalyptus saligna as fumigants of stored product insect pests: The hope of the future for small-scale farmers P.K Bett · A.L. Deng · S.T Kariuki · J.M. Mihale +3 more Laboratory studies were conducted in the Biotechnology Laboratory, Egerton University, Kenya to determine fumigant activity (space and grain fumigation) of essential oils of the Mexican cypress (C. lusitanica) and Sydney blue gum (E. Salig… RUF-34135 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015
