Browsing Academic submissions (CAES) by Subject "Agriculture"
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Analysis of past and future precipitation extremes in Uganda’s climate
(Makerere University, 2018)Analyzing long term changes in precipitation extremes is of great importance to the welfare of human beings as well as the entire ecosystem. Increase in maximum number of consecutive wet days can lead to more and worse ... -
Determinants of youth participation in tomato production and marketing in Mukono District
(Makerere University, 2018)This study sought to establish the determinants of youth participation in tomato production and marketing in Mukono district, Uganda. It was guided by the following objectives: To assess the influence of productivity, ... -
Impact of soil erosion on the physicochemical properties and productivity of the soil in Wanale Sub-county, Mbale District
(Makerere University, 2018-08)It is estimated that worldwide about 80% of the current degradation on agricultural land is caused by soil erosion and in Uganda, 66 of the 112 districts are exposed to an overall mean erosion risk rate >1 tha−1y−1. Soil ... -
Impacts of Agricultural Land Use on Crater Lake Water: A Comparison between Lake Nkuruba and Saka in Kabarole District
(Makerere University, 2019-08)ABSTRACT Most freshwater lakes in developing countries are experiencing a challenge of impaired water quality and ecological imbalances originating from human activities. Land use for agriculture has been suggested as a ... -
A study on maize production and profitability in Buhimba Sub-County Hoima District
(Makerere University, 2018)The study was to assess the productivity and profitability of maize production in Buhimba sub-county Hoima district. Well-designed questionnaires were used to collect data from 80 maize farmers. The respondents were selected ... -
Vulnerability to climate change for food security of small holder farmers in mahyoro sub-county, kamwenge district, uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-06)Sub-Saharan Africa ranks among the most vulnerable regions to climate change and variability. It has the largest proportion of food insecure people where 20% of people are undernourished. Agriculture is the major economic ...