College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES): Recent submissions
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Productivity of single cross maize hybrids under varying plant densities and agro-ecological conditions
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Maize (Zea mays) is an important crop globally as food, feed, fodder biofuel and industrial crop, and is making a significant contribution to the economy of Uganda. However, there is scarcity of hybrid maize seed in Uganda ... -
Evaluating the impact of local scale groundwater abstraction on groundwater storage under changing climate in Mpologoma Sub-Catchment, Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Freshwater is an important resource for sustainable socio-economic development around the world. Groundwater that forms 33% of freshwater around the globe is used to support livelihoods and ecosystem services, yet the ... -
Optimizing Ingredient levels for the production of Eshabwe, a milk-based sauce from western Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-12-07)Eshabwe, is a traditional condiment derived from ripened butter or ghee. Its processing involves use of varying recipes and unstandardized raw materials thus posing potential health risks to consumers. To enhance its safety, ... -
Influence of water, sanitation, hygiene on prevalence of waterborne diseases in selected secondary schools in Wakiso district, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2021-04-19)The subject of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) in Uganda may be discussed based on the diversity of stakeholders in this field, nature and extent of facilities, knowledge, infrastructure and services in different parts ... -
Modelling Low Cost Diets for Women (15-49 Years): A Case Study of Kayunga and Jinja Districts, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-01-31)Diets of women of reproductive age (WRA) in low-income countries are unbalanced; mainly starchy based and low in proteins and micronutrients, leading to undernutrition amongst them and their children. The foods they commonly ... -
Sugar sweetened beverage intake, physical activity and nutritional status of school children above five in Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2023)Over the last few decades, sugar sweetened beverages (SSBs) consumption has been steadily increasing among school going children and in the entire population. SSBs contain a lot of added sugar and provide empty calories. ... -
Production and life cycle assessment of jackfruit waste nutrient-enriched biochar for soil amendment and carbon sequestration
(Makerere University, 2023)Jackfruit, a globally consumed tropical fruit with economic and nutritional significance, has been extensively studied for the production of food products; however, there is a substantial gap in understanding and managing ... -
Impacts of effluent and particulate matter from Mukwano factory on the surrounding environment.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-12)Nakivubo Channel is the major recipient of runoff and a surrogate end point for organic substances in industrial and domestic effluents. However, the quality of the various effluents, like that of Mukwano industries, that ... -
Quantitative trait loci associated with resistance to sweet potato virus disease in ‘Beauregard x Tanzania’ mapping population
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.) (2n = 6x = 90) is a major food security crop in sub Saharan Africa, consumed as a source of carbohydrate, proteins, minerals, vitamins E and B, and beta-carotene. Sweetpotato production ... -
Use of mobile phone mediated platform (Kulima) in dissemination of information on common bean production in Bukomansimbi and Rakai districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Mobile phones have been adopted by many organisations for use in providing agricultural information to farmers in Uganda. However, evidence of the use Kulima mobile phone-mediated platform to address households’ agricultural ... -
Payment for environmental services for forest conservation in the agricultural landscape of mid-western Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-27)As the multiple challenges of climate change intensify, forest conservation and enhancement of forest cover have become the central focus as arguably the most efficient and cost-effective approach to mitigate or reverse ... -
Impact of climate and land use land cover change on water quality in Sironko catchment, Mt. Elgon
(Makerere University, 2023-02)Surface water quality underpins a range of livelihood means in Sironko catchment. This study determined the impacts of climate and Land use Land Cover Change (LULCC) on water quality in Sironko catchment. Field assessment ... -
Effect of different cooking treatments on the texture and starch pasting properties of four hybrid cooking bananas.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-01)Bananas are a highly perishable crop produced in tropical and subtropical countries, where they support the livelihood of many people mainly rural farmers in the Great Lake regions of East Africa; and part is grown for ... -
Analysis of the economic performance of cross bred chickens: a case of peri urban areas of Wakiso district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-09)The accelerated human population growth in peri urban centers of Wakiso district has resulted in high rates of unemployment. This coupled with shortage of arable land due to Urbanisation, has led to urban poor to turn to ... -
Impact of fruit and vegetable intake on pregnancy discomforts among expectant women in Wakiso District
(Makerere university, 2023)Background: Anatomical and physiological changes during gestation are accompanied by a wide range of pregnancy related complaints. Thus, the heightened demand for energy and nutrients during such a critical period is ... -
Utilization of orange fleshed sweet potato and bio-fortified beans for the production of nutritionally enhanced noodles.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-14)Processed foods have become an important part of the diet of most people and their consumption is on the rise globally. Consumers are increasingly embracing processed foods, mainly because they are convenient, tasty, ... -
Genetics of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata l. Walp.) resistance to flower bud thrips (Megalurothrips sjostedti trybom).
(Makerere University, 2023)Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.) is an important legume crop in African countries where it is used as a source of proteins and a substitute for animal proteins in low-income communities. Its production is however faced ... -
Influence of farmer conservation practices on perceived availability status of traditional sorghum varieties in Agago district, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)The undervalued potential usefulness of Traditional Sorghum Varieties (TSVs) puts them at risk of extinction in the farming systems. Supporting on-farm conservation is one of the strategies to minimize the extinction of ... -
Social Sustainability of Settlement Housing in Uganda; Case of Pagirinya Refugee Settlement in Adjumani District.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-29)Access to shelter is essentially the first step in the process of refugee settlement and integration, as housing conditions greatly influence the ability of refugees to adapt to a new society. This study explores how housing ... -
Effect of different drying methods on the properties of banana (Musa spp. AAA-EA) flour.
(Makerere University, 2023)This study evaluated the effect of different drying methods on the nutritional composition and functional properties of East African Highland Cooking Bananas (Matooke) flour. Two varieties of Matooke; Kibuzi and Mpologoma ...