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Characterisation of pig production systems in Katosi and Kasawo Sub-Counties, Mukono District
(Makerere University, 2023)A study was conducted to characterize the pig production systems Kasawo and Katosi sub-counties, Mukono district. Data was collected through observations, photography and structured questionnaires administered to 292 pig ... -
Assessment of gender involvement in the Parish Development Model among the dairy and piggery farmers in Bufunjo Subcounty Kyenjojo District
(Makerere University, 2024)The parish development model (PDM) is the current strategy for service delivery by government of Uganda for improving incomes and welfare of all Ugandans at house hold level. Production being one of the five pillars of ... -
Assessment of knowledge attitudes and practices of communities that use biogas in Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2023-12)This study was conducted to assess the knowledge attitudes and practices of communities that use biogas in Wakiso District in selected sub-counties; Mende, Kikandwa and Buddo. The snowballing method was used to reach the ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with gastrointestinal helminths in goats in Muyembe Subcounty, Bulambuli District
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Globally, goat production is an important component of the livestock sector that contributes to food and nutritional security, incomes and sustainable agriculture especially in developing countries like Uganda. However, ... -
Evaluation of anti-inflammatory activity of aqueous extract of Spilanthes acmella in experimental animal models
(Makerere University, 2023)Inflammation is one of the complex bio-chemical responses in the body, a common predisposing factor to several life-threatening disease pathogenesis necessitating the use of conventional drugs with several reported adverse ... -
Assessing pathological lesions of respiratory diseases in cattle and goats slaughtered at Nebbi Municipal Abattoir
(Makerere University, 2024)An abattoir assessment was conducted on 184 cattle and 200 goats slaughtered at Nebbi Municipal abattoir from July to August 2023. The objective was to determine the prevalence of respiratory conditions in cattle and goats ... -
Assessment of human-wildlife conflict around Murchison Falls National Park in Nwoya District
(Makerere University, 2023)Human-wildlife conflict remains a major challenge in wildlife conservation globally because of an increase in human population, particularly in developing countries. The purpose of this study was to assess the ... -
Assessing the impact of management practices on the quality of hides and skins in Wadelai Sub-County, Pakwach District
(2023)The quality of hides and skins plays a significant role in the leather industry. Defects on hides and skins can result in reduced value and marketability of leather products. The study aimed at assessing the major causes ... -
Sero-prevalence and risk factors of helicobacter pylori infection among patients with gastrointestinal complaints attending Outpatient Department at Itojo General Hospital, Ntungamo
(Makerere University, 2023)Helicobacter pylori is believed to be responsible for the majority of peptic ulcers in patients with chronic gastritis and active ulcer disease (Dua & El-Omar, 2012). More than 50% of the world’s population have H. pylori ... -
Characterization and detection of tetO Gene in Campylobacter isolated from chicken sold at Kalerwe Market, Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2022)Campylobacter is one of the leading causes of bacterial foodborne infections in humans worldwide. Most cases of Campylobacteriosis are sporadic and self-limiting with no treatment required but, severe cases are treated ... -
The resistance pattern of enterobacteriaceae to beta-lactam drugs among pregnant woman attending antenatal care at Lubaga Hospital Outpatient Department
(Makerere University, 2022)Enterobacteriaceaeare a large family of gram-negative bacteria that are responsible for causing many Nosocomial infections and less commonly community-acquired infections, including urinary tract infections. This study was ... -
Assessment of human wildlife interactions, benefits attained and challenges faced by communities bordering Kibale National Park
(Makerere University, 2023-09)The growing population, expansive development, global climate change and other environmental aspects put people and wildlife in competition for scarce resources and hence, unavoidable interactions of humans with animals ... -
Seroprevalence of bovine brucellosis and associated risk factors among cattle in Bubeke Sub county, Kalangala District
(Makerere University, 2023)Brucellosis, a zoonotic disease caused by bacteria of the genus Brucella, poses a significant threat to both animal and human health. Several species of Brucella exist and these affect different animal species including ... -
Assessment of the quality of commercial soy protein concentrates used in poultry feed in Kampala city
(Makerere University, 2023-09)There are various feed concentrates on market for poultry farmers in Kampala city, but little is known about their nutritional composition. Therefore, a cross- sectional study was conducted to determine the quality of ... -
Determination of analgesic activity of aqueous and ethanolic leaf extracts of Catharanthus Roseus in Balb/c mice
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Cantharanthus roseus is one of the commonest medicinal plants used by locals all over the world and has been attributed to be of health importance. It originates from central Madagascar Island; its use has been recorded ... -
Return on investment of using artificial insemination in pigs on three selected farms in Wakiso District Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01-18)In Uganda piggery farming is one of the most commonly practiced enterprises playing an important role in small-scale farming systems as a source of income and capital accumulation for use at critical times like medical ... -
Effects of drought on cattle and farmers’ coping strategies in Kakooge subcounty, Nakasongola District
(Makerere University, 2023-10-02)The study documented the effects of drought on cattle and farmers’ coping strategies in Kakooge subcounty, Nakasongola District. Nakasongola is one of the districts with in the cattle corridor that is renowned for its ... -
Knowledge attitude and practices of controlling ticks and tick-borne diseases among cattle farmers in Wakiso Subcounty in Wakiso District
(Makerere University Library, 2023-11)Subsistence farmers in Uganda who lack resources depend heavily on livestock rearing for their livelihood. Ticks and their associated diseases (TBDs) have a detrimental impact on both health and productivity, making them ... -
Prevalence and spectrum of helminths in free-ranging African buffaloes (syncerus caffer) in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Parasitic organisms, such as helminths, are known to inhabit and engage in interactions within communities consisting of multiple species. The prevalence, magnitude, and impacts of these concealed interactions remain ... -
Short term viability of turkey semen extended with coconut milk fortified with watermelon juice
(Makerere University, 2022-03)Natural remedies have long been sought in the preparation of semen extenders for various species owing to their ability to reduce oxidative stress and the maintain the viability of semen. The purpose of this study was to ...