Browsing Faculty of Agriculture and Evironmental Science(FAES) by Issue Date
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Molecular epidemiology of anaplasmosis in small ruminants along a human-livestock-wildlife interface in Uganda
(Heliyon, 2020)Background: Information as regards the epidemiology of the Anaplasmataceae in small ruminants in several lowand middle-income countries is scarce. Methods: In this study a total of 712 DNA samples collected from small ... -
Spatio‑temporal variations in physicochemical water quality parameters of Lake Bunyonyi, Southwestern Uganda
(SN Applied Sciences, 2021)The current study was carried out to examine the spatial and temporal variations of physicochemical water quality parameters of Lake Bunyonyi. The observations were made on the surface water of Lake Bunyonyi for 1 year ... -
Spatial and temporal variations of faecal indicator bacteria in Lake Bunyonyi, South‑Western Uganda
(SN Applied Sciences, 2021)Background Microbial water quality serves to indicate health risks associated with the consumption of contaminated water. Nevertheless, little is known about the microbiological characteristics of water in Lake Bunyonyi. ... -
A global agenda for advancing freshwater biodiversity research
(John Wiley & Sons Ltd., 2021)Global freshwater biodiversity is declining dramatically, and meeting the challenges of this crisis requires bold goals and the mobilisation of substantial resources. While the reasons are varied, investments in both ... -
Shaping interaction among improved cowpea’s farming: Do Institutions have a role to play? A case of Oyam district in Uganda
(Journal of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, 2021)This paper examines the roles played by institutions in shaping the interactions among improved cowpea farmers in Oyam district. A cross sectional research design and qualitative approach was used. Focus Group discussions ... -
Influence of informal financial literacy training on financial knowledge and behavior of rural farmers: Evidence from Uganda
(Journal of Development and Agricultural Economics, 2021)Financial literacy plays an important role in influencing financial behavior and knowledge of individuals. In this study, the impact of informal financial literacy training on rural smallholder farmers was assessed. ... -
Classifying the Involvement of Men and Women in Climate Smart Agricultural Practices in Kayonza Sub-county, Kanungu District, Uganda
(International Journal of Energy and Environmental Science, 2022)Globally, climate change is currently recognized as one of the most serious risks to communities' socio-economic activity, health, and livelihood. Climate Smart Agriculture is an essential tactic to developing the technical, ... -
Modelling nitrogen transformation in the Lake Bunyonyi ecosystem, South‑Western Uganda
(Applied Water Science, 2022)Lake Bunyonyi is one of the major resources of social-economic potential in the districts of Rubanda and Kabale, South- Western Uganda. The lake’s sub-catchment faces environmental problems because of intensive agriculture, ... -
Diversity at Landscape Level to Increase Resilience. A Review
(East African Journal of Environment and Natural Resources, 2022)Tree species increases the number of ecological niches and associated species such as understory plants and animals hence, increased landscape ecosystem diversity. Rapid environmental and economic changes are posing serious ... -
Spatial and temporal variations of phytoplankton composition and biomass in Lake Bunyonyi, South‑Western Uganda
(Springer, 2022)The purpose of this study was to examine the spatial and temporal variations of phytoplankton species composition and biomass in Lake Bunyonyi, South-Western Uganda. Samples were collected monthly from nine fixed ... -
Spatial and temporal variations of trophic state conditions of Lake Bunyonyi, south‑western Uganda
(Springer, 2022)The study was conducted to assess the spatial and temporal variations of the trophic state condition of Lake Bunyonyi between October 2019 and September 2020. Secchi depth (SD), total phosphorus (TP) and chlorophyll-a ... -
Modelling nitrogen transformation in the Lake Bunyonyi ecosystem, South‑Western Uganda
(Springer, 2022)Lake Bunyonyi is one of the major resources of social-economic potential in the districts of Rubanda and Kabale, South- Western Uganda. The lake’s sub-catchment faces environmental problems because of intensive agriculture, ...
