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Effect of Stakeholder Engagement on the Adoption Of Agricultural Technologies by Farmers In Uganda:
(Bishop Stuart University, 2023-06-29) Bernard Tumusiime; Micheal Kiwanuka; Ambrose Rwaheru Aheisibwe; Sylvester Katuromunda
This study assessed how stakeholder engagement strategies used by SNV-TIDE project in planning, capacity building and resource mobilisation influenced the adoption of improved forages in Isingiro District, Southwestern Uganda. A cross sectional survey design was adopted for the study, which covered five purposively selected SNV-TIDE project cooperatives. The data were collected from 50 active cattle farmers and three field supervisors using both a semi-structured questionnaire and an interview guide. Descriptive and inferential analysis including multiple regression techniques were employed to analyse the data. The findings revealed that stakeholder engagement in planning and capacity building contributed 35 and 14.3 percent change respectively, in the adoption of improved forages. Stakeholder engagement in planning and capacity building had a positive significant (p<0.05) influence on the adoption of improved forages among the SNV-TIDE project members. But stakeholder engagement in resource mobilisation had no influence (p>0.05) on the adoption of improved forages. Thus based on the study, it was concluded that engaging stakeholders in planning and in capacity building contributes to the adoption of improved forages. To achieve better results, therefore, stakeholder engagement strategies should put more emphasis on involving stakeholders in the project planning activities and capacity building.
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Effect of combined application of cattle manure and mineral fertilisers on the growth characteristics and quality of Pennisetum purpureum fodder
(Department of Agricultural Production, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Makerere University,, 2021) Sylvester Katuromunda; E N Sabiiti; M A Bekunda
Smallholder urban and peri-urban dairy farmers use elephant grass (Pennisetum purpureum) fodder on top of crop wastes for feeding livestock. However, with limited application of soil fertility management techniques, there has been progressive deterioration of soil fertility. Consequently, fodder yields have declined leading to reduced milk output, and in turn, to unstable household incomes and food insecurity. This study investigated whether composted cattle manure alone, or in combination with mineral fertilizers could improve fodder production. Application of cattle manure at low (ML), medium (MM) and high (MH) rates, or in combination with mineral fertilisers at medium (MFM) and high (MFH) rates significantly increased the leaf area indices (LAIs) and dry matter (DM) yields of Pennisetum purpureum fodder. The mean LAIs of treatments ML, MM, MH, MFM and MFH were 3.58, 3.69, 3.31, 3.28 and 3.56 respectively, and were significantly higher than 2.89 for the control which did not receive manure and fertilisers. Fodder yields from these treatments were 7.15, 6.99, 6.74, 6.80 and 7.01 ton ha-1. Fodder obtained from ML, MM and MFH contained greater proportions of leaf than fodder from the control, indicating that there was greater vegetative growth in these treatments than in the control. Since the leaves of plants usually contain less fibre and thus are more easily digested than stems, higher leaf content was an indication of improvement in fodder quality. The in vitro organic matter digestibilities of fodder from all treatments were similar but greater than that of the control
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Effect of selected climate smart agronomic practices on maize growth and yield
(Makerere University Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, 2022) Muhangi, Y; Talwana, H; Sylvester Katuromunda
Maize (Zea mays L.) is one of the major food crops grown by majority of smallholder households in Uganda, and it serves as their main source of food and income. But over the years, maize productivity in the area has been gradually declining, especially as a result of climate variability manifested by reduced frequency of rainfall and increased temperature. Maize farmers are encouraged to use improved agronomic practices, commonly referred to as climate smart agronomic practices (CSAPs) to counteract the adverse effects of climate variability, and consequently sustain maize grain yields. However, the effects of these climate smart agronomic practices (CSAPs) as implemented by farmers on maize productivity have not yet been established. Therefore, this study was conducted to validate the effect of CSAPs on maize growth and yield. The treatments included (T1) Maize intercropped with common beans, (T2) maize planted in basins of three maize plants, (T3) maize planted in basins of two maize plants, (T4) maize planted in a plot prepared by minimum tillage, (T5) maize planted in plots mulched with dry grass, and (T6) the untreated control of monocropped maize on a conventionally prepared un-mulched plot. The treatments were laid out in a randomised complete block design with three replications, in two districts in 2019A and 2019B. Planting in basins with two plants, minimum tillage and mulching were the three CSAPs that showed superior growth and yield scores.
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Teacher Qualification and Learners’ Performance in Mathematics in Primary Schools in Mbarara City South
(Bishop Stuart University, 2025) Gratiano Asiimwe
The study was carried out to establish the impact of teacher qualification on learners’ performance in primary schools in Mbarara City South, Mbarara City. The study Objectives were; i) To identify the different qualifications of mathematics teachers’ in primary schools of Mbarara city south, Mbarara city, ii) To find out the level of learners’ performance in mathematics in primary schools of Mbarara city south, Mbarara city and iii) To establish the difference in performance in mathematics of learners taught by teachers of different qualifications in primary schools of Mbarara city south, Mbarara city. This study used descriptive research design. The study population considered Headteacher, Director of Studies and mathematics teachers. The study sample size was 156 respondents. Simple Random Sampling was used to sample respondents. Data Collection instruments were interview guides and documentary reviews. Data was qualitatively and quantitatively analysed. The ANOVA results indicate a statistically significant difference in mathematics performance among learners taught by teachers with different qualifications (F(2, 49) = 10.948, p < .001). Where diploma holders (mean=5.8339) and degree holders (mean = 5.9364) performed better than those taught by teachers with certificate (Mean = 7.4735).The researcher therefore, recommends that there should be Increase access to degree-level education for primary school teachers, Strengthen continuous professional development programs, focusing on mathematics teaching methodologies, Implement policies that prioritize the recruitment of highly qualified teachers, especially in underserved regions, Schools should be provided with adequate teaching materials, technology, and financial resources to better support mathematics learning, particularly in underperforming schools. Schools should adopt research-backed pedagogical strategies, investigate the impact of school environments and teacher-student interactions on learner performance to identify additional factors influencing academic outcomes and Conduct further research on the role of rural and urban settings in shaping the relationship between teacher qualifications and learner performance, providing targeted support for different contexts.
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Availability of Teaching Materials and Teachers’ Preparedness In The Implementation of Lower Secondary Curriculum in Government Aided schools in Mbarara City South, South Western Uganda
(Bishop Stuart University, 2025-01) Samuel Muramuzi
The study aimed to investigate the availability of teaching materials and teachers' preparedness for implementing the Lower Secondary Curriculum in government-aided schools in Mbarara City South, Uganda. Specifically, it assessed available materials, teacher preparedness, and the relationship between these factors. Using a descriptive survey design, the study targeted participants, including teachers, headteachers, and directors of studies, with a sample size of 134 was utilized in the study. Data was collected using questionnaires and interview guides, analyzed using SPSS for descriptive statistics, and presented thematically. Findings revealed that while teachers displayed strong preparedness with lesson planning and adherence to guidelines (mean scores >4.0), material shortages, particularly ICT tools and science equipment, hindered effectiveness. Qualitative insights reported the need for increased government funding, retooling of teachers, and infrastructural improvements. The study concluded that systemic challenges, such as inadequate resources and overcrowding, affect curriculum implementation and recommended targeted investments in teaching resources, professional development, and policy adjustments to enhance educational outcomes.