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Third RUFORUM Biennial Conference 2012 - Extended Abstracts Part 2 of 3

Extended Abstracts, Biennial Conference, RUFORUM third Biennial

ISSN: 1993-8462

Third RUFORUM Biennial Regional Conference
24 - 28 September 2012, Entebbe, Uganda
Partnerships and Networking for Strengthening Agricultural Innovation and
Higher Education in Africa

Extended Abstracts Part 2 of 3

Editors: Tusiime G.; Majaliwa J.G.M.; Nampala P.; Adipala E.
Citation: Tusiime, G., Majaliwa Mwanjololo, J.G., Nampala, P. and Adipala, E. (Eds.),
2012. Proceedings of the Third RUFORUM Biennial Regional Conference on Partnerships and Networking for Strengthening Agricultural Innovation and Higher Education in Africa, held 24 – 28 September 2012, Entebbe, Uganda. RUFORUM
Working Document Series No. 7.
 
The Biennial Conference: The 2012 RUFORUM Biennial Conference is the third in the series. The main objective of the Biennial conferences is to provide a platform for agricultural research for development stakeholders in Africa and beyond to actively exchange findings and experiences, while at the same time learning lessons towards improving performance of the agricultural sector and ultimately people’s livelihoods. The biennial conference is RUFORUM’s most comprehensive meeting for the diversity of stakeholers in agriculture. It is especially dedicated to graduate students and their supervisors, grantees in RUFORUM member universities and alumni. It is a platform for peer review, quality control, mentorship, networking and shared learning. The third Biennial Conference was attended by 657 participants.
 
TABLE OF CONTENTS
 
Extended abstracts submitted under Communication and Knowledge Management 
  1. Characterising access to climate information and services by the vulnerable groups in semi-arid Kenya-Cherotich Kirui, V., Saidu Oseni  & Omedo Bebe, B.
  2. Infrastructural support affect the use of information and communication technologies by farmers for accessing agricultural information in Gezira State, Sudan- Musa, N.S., Githeko, J.M. & El-siddig, K.
  3. New approaches for improving farmers’ livelihoods through timely and proper use of weather forecast information: A pilot case in Kenya - Mwesigwa, J.B, Onyango, M, Oduor, J., Mwangi, S, Ayieko, J, Onyango, M.6, Ogambi, F, Ole Ntiati, N & Ogallo, L.A
  4. Women participatory evaluation of video impact using sustainable livelihood approach - Zossou, E, Van Mele, P, Wanvoeke, J & Lebailly, P

Extended abstracts submitted under Coordinated Action for Agricultural Innovation

  1. Global change and the future of African Agriculture: What role for Higher Education? -Carter, S. & Sanginga, P.
  2. Prospects of agricultural development in Africa: Implications for agricultural education and training -Annor-Frempong.
  3. Dissemination of agricultural technologies: A new approach for Uganda - Ogwa Kasimiro, Okello, J., Wakulira, M., Kiyini, R., Mwebaze, M. & Yiga, D.
  4. The difficult art of partnership and institutional commitment - Larsen, C.E.S.
  5. Food system dynamics in Africa: Anticipating and adapting to change- Minde, I.J, Tschirley, D & Haggblade, S.
  6. Orienting higher education to support Africa’s agricultural development - Okori, P. & Adipala, E.
  7. Emerging trends and scenarios for agribusiness development in Africa - J. Van Rooyen

Extended abstracts submitted under Crop Improvement

  1. Harnessing University-NARS partnership to breed climate change resilient and nutrient-rich maize varieties for Africa - Asea, G., Onaga, G. & Kwemoi, D.B.
  2. Marker assisted introgression of Phytophthora capsici resistance genes into locally adapted pepper variety cv. scotch bonnet - Awori, E., Tusiime, G. & Nkalubo, S.
  3. Characterisation of selected sorghum genotypes in Zambia for field traits and aluminium tolerance - Chikuta, S.1, & Mwala, M.S.
  4. Development of dual-purpose sorghum for grain and forage -Chikuta, S. & Okori, P.
  5. Diversity of finger millet for crop improvement in Uganda -Dramadri, I.O, Okori, P. & Wanyera, N
  6. Variability and associations of grain filling traits with grain yield and yield components in CIMMYT maize inbred lines- Gasura, E, Setimela, P. S, Edema, R, Gibson, P.T, & Okori, P
  7. Improvement of sorghum for tolerance to stress and increased production and utilisation in Kenya - Gudu, S., Onkware Osoro, A., Were Angiyo, B., Too Jepkosgei, E., Ochuodho Onyango, J.,
  8. Genetics of resistance to groundnut rosette virus disease among groundnut landraces in Uganda - Kayondo, S.I, Rubaihayo, P, Ntare, B.R, Gibson, P, & Edema, R.
  9. Assessing the effectiveness of pyramided genes in conferring broad resistance to bean anthracnose - Kiryowa, M, Nkalubo, S, Mukankusi, C, Talwana, H & Tukamuhabwa, P.
  10. Stability of barley genotypes for earliness, resistance to leaf scald disease and yield in Ethiopia - Lijalem, G, Fetien, A & Edema, R.
  11. Resistance to the maize weevil (Sitophilus zeamais Motsch) among maize inbred lines - Mwololo, J.K, Okori, P, Mugo, S, Tadele, T, Otim, M & Munyiri, S.W.
  12. Usefulness of F3 testcrosses to identify bi-parental maize populations with the best potential for producing superior inbreds- Nizeyimana, F., Edema, R. & Asea, G.
  13. Effectiveness of macropropagation technology in production of disease free banana seedlings in central and eastern Kenya - Njeri Njau, Mwangi, M, Kahuthia-Gathu, R, Muasya, R & Mbaka, J.
  14. Genetic diversity of honey producing plants under changing climate in Southern Nigeria: Need for conservation to improve food security and livelihood option - Nnamani, C.V. & Uguru, A. N.
  15. Field screening of bread wheat for partial sources of resistance to stem rust - Nzuve, F.M, Bhavani, S, Tusiime, G & Njau, P.
  16. Sorghum breeding for improved productivity, nutrition and industrial use - Okori, P.1, Kigozi, J.2, BomBom, A, Musimenta, H, Muhumuza, J.B,Bagada, R, Ajambo, R
  17. Phenotypic diversity of Ugandan pigeonpea landraces and their reaction to Fusarium wilt in Uganda - Okot, F., Edema, R & Mukankusi, C.M.
  18. Unravelling the potential of sweet sorghum for sugar production in Kenya - Olweny, C, Okori, P, Abayo, G & Dida, M.
  19. In-vitro determination of kernel resistance to Aspergillus flavus and aflatoxin accumulation in groundnut - Ozimati, A, Rubaihayo, P.R & Ntare, B.
  20. Identification of QTL’s linked for resistance to maize cob rot caused by Fusarium graminearum in tropical maize - Tembo, L, Asea, G, Gibson, P.T & Okori, P.
  21. Production of disease-free papaya planting materials of known sex for commercial fruit production - Wanzala, F.K.R, Kihurani, A.W, Mwaniki, M & Waiganjo, M. M

Extended abstracts submitted under Cross Cutting Fields

  1. Institute of Indigenous Knowledge (IIK): Options for food security through diversity - Anke Weisheit
  2. Impact of microfinance on the performance of small-scale agribusinesses in Malawi: A case study of PRIDE Malawi Limited in Lilongwe district - Chetama, J.C, Dzanja, J, Maliro, D.1 & Gondwe, S.
  3. Assessment of goat production systems and social-economic factors affecting demand of goats and goat meat in Malawi - Chimwemwe Chigwa, F.
  4. Microfinance and the growth of small-scale agribusinesses in Malawi -Dzanja, J.K.
  5. Micro credit intervention in rural poor households and its effects on household vulnerability to poverty - Kiiru, J.M.
  6. Citrus market access in Kyoga plains agricultural zone in Uganda - Kongai, H, Mangisoni, J, Elepu, G, Kwapata, M.B, Chilembwe, E & Makoka, D
  7. Impact of farm-gate price on food security in Ludewa district of Iringa region, Tanzania - Mbise, M, Ngongola, D.H, Mloza, B, T Chale, H, Maonga, B & Kilima, F.T.M
  8. Viability and welfare implications of project supported Small and Medium Agribusiness Enterprises in Malawi - Mtsitsi, L.
  9. Strengthening capacities of agricultural communities to adapt to climate change in Bukinda Sub county, Kabale district - Mwerera, R.L, Tabuti, R & Majaliwa, J.G.M.
  10. The nature of land resource ownership and perceptions on its management among farming families of South East Nigeria - Olajide Adeola, O & Doppler, W
  11. The Forum for sustainable agriculture in Africa: Genesis, operations and future prospects - Senkosi, K & Okello, D. L.
  12. Development of business capacity and organisation of commercial business of Farmer Based Organisations in the West Mamprusi district in the northern intervention zone in Ghana - Tortoe, C. & Amo-Awua, W.
  13. Over view of impact indicators of soybean rust resistant varieties on Uganda’s economy -Tukamuhabwa, P, Kawuki, R, Nanfumba, D, Obua, T. & Bashaasha, B.
  14. Food poverty among pastoral communities in dryland Kenya - Yazan Elhadi, Nyariki, D & Wasonga, V.

Extended abstracts submitted under Enhancing Livestock Productivity

  1. Determinants of milk production in Nyabubare sub county, Bushenyi district, Western Uganda - Arinaitwe, G & Bua, B.
  2. Performance of starter pigs fed malted and fermented maize based weaner diets - Beyihayo, G.A., Mutetikka, D. & Nabasirye, M.
  3. Determination of seasonal parasite carriage of village chicken in Mbeere, antiparasitic treatments used and effectiveness of selected anthelmintics - Chege Wambui, H., Bebora, L.C, Maingi, N. & Mbuthia, P.G.
  4. Effect of kid rearing system on farmer’s available milk, milk composition and kid growth rate of pure Norwegian dairy goats reared in Tanzania - Chigwa, F.C, Muhikambele, V., Ådnoy, T. & Eik, L.O.
  5. Development and adoption of technologies for improving dairy productivity and nutrition among smallholder dairy farmers in Malawi - Gondwe, T., Chanza, W, Kawonga, D & Msiska, L.
  6. Assessment of economic and socio-economic factors affecting the demand for goats and goat meat in Malawi - Masangano, J.C.
  7. Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) outbreak in southern, Tanzania - Muse, E.A, Matondo, R.B.2, Karimuribo, E.D.2, Misinzo, G.2, Mellau, L.S.B.2, Msoffe, P.L.M.2, Albano, M.O & Gitao, G.C
  8. A comparative analysis of breeding information sourcing and net margin estimates of inseminations and replacement decisions of smallholder dairy farmers - Muthui, N.J, Mshenga, P.M & Omedo Bebe, B.
  9. Quality and processing potential of goats produced by smallholder farmers in Malawi - Muyila, S & Chigwa, F.
  10. Livestock production and improvement in India: Problems and opportunities in the context of global scenario - Yadav, M.P.

Extended abstracts submitted under Enhancing Natual Resource Management

  1. Wild fire impact assessment on availability of the main forest resources in the Nniassa National Reserve - Aniceto Chaúque, Natasha Ribeiro, Bandeira, R & Ribeiro, A
  2. Determinants of adoption of soil erosion control technologies in Mt. Elgon highlands in eastern Uganda - Barungi, M.1, Ng’ong’ola, D.H., Edriss, A, Mugisha, J., Waithaka, M. & Tukahirwa, J.
  3. Forest exploitation and the challenge of conservation in Nigeria - Ikelegbe Onovughe, O.
  4. Comparative effects of MPR and P water soluble fertilisers on maize yield in sandy soils of Tabora, Tanzania - Kalala, A.M, Bilaro, A. L, Bagarama, F.M & Semoka, J. M. R.
  5. Forest dependency and livelihood around Kasane Forest Reserve, Botswana - Lepetu, J, Alavalapati, J & Nair, P.K
  6. Potential role of cereal-legume intercropping systems in integrated soil fertility management in smallholder farming systems of sub-Saharan Africa - Matusso, J.M.M, Mugwe, J.N & Mucheru-Muna, M.
  7. Determinants of adoption and utilisation of integrated soil fertility management by small holders in Central Kenya - Mugwe, J.N, Mairura, F, Kimaru, S.W, Mucheru-Muna, M& Mugendi, D.N
  8. Growing Tithonia diversifolia for fertility restitution of technosols from coltan mined soils of Gatumba, Rwanda - Ndoli, A, Naramabuye, F, Mochoge, B & Rolf Nieder
  9. Improving soil properties through use of unburnt local limes in acidic soils of Burera district, Rwanda - Nduwumuremyi, A, Mugwe, J.N & Ruganzu, V.
  10. Effectiveness of Bradyrhizobia and lime on yield of groundnuts and maize under intercrop system in acids soils of western Kenya - Ogega, J.K, Okalebo, J.R, Were, B.A., Otinga, A.N, Onyango, D. A & Othieno, C.
  11. Effects of NP fertilisers and manure application on maize-bean yields, and soil nitrogen mineralisation in Machakos County, Eastern Kenya - Ogucha, N, Mochoge, B.E & Kibunja, C.
  12. Diversity and symbiotic effectiveness of acid tolerant groundnut rhizobia in Western Kenya soils - Onyango, D.A, Were, B.A., Otinga, A.N, Ogega, J.K & Okalebo, J.R.
  13. Impact of land use and climate change on stream flow, sediment and pollution dynamics in Kagera river watershed - Osaliya, R, MacOpiyo, L, Majaliwa, M.J.G, Kironchi, G & Mwetu, K.
  14. Promoting corporate and community involvement in natural resource management through dissemination of research findings and participation in field investigations of mine pollution in Kasese, Western Uganda - Osaliya, R & Majaliwa, J.G.M.
  15. Chemical properties of travertine from different sources in Rwanda with regards to their calcium oxide and magnesium oxide contents - Sirikare, N.S, Naramabuye, F.X, Marwa, E & Semu, E.
  16. Productivity and phosphorus use efficiencies of soybean genotypes on fields of differing soil fertility in two agroecological zones of Uganda - Ssekamwa, J, Ebanyat, P & Tukamuhabwa, P
  17. NP fertiliser rate response of maize and sorghum succeeding sole or intercropped haricot beans - Tolera Abera
  18. Improving biological nitrogen fixation (BNF) by groundnuts (Arachis hypogea L.) grown in acid soils amended with calcitic and dolomitic limestones - Were, B.A, Otinga, A.N, Okalebo, J.R, Onyango, D.A, Ogega, J.K, Othieno, C, Pypers, P.3, Okello, D.K & Merckx, R.
Extended abstracts submitted under Food Science and Value Addition
  1. Effect of germination on the protein digestibility of some finger millet varieties grown in Kenya - Makokha, A.O.
  2. Constraints to use of animal source foods in diets of 2 - 5 year old children from rural communities in Kamuli District, Uganda - Oluka, S, Lartey, A, Colecraft, E.K. & Sakyi-Dawson, O
  3. Influence of soil moisture levels and packaging on postharvest qualities of tomato - Sibomana, C.I, Aguyoh, J.N & Opiyo, A.M.
  4. Performance of evening street markets of agri-food products in Morogoro municipality, Tanzania - Zobida Habib, O.H & Mutabazi, K.D.S.
Extended abstracts submitted under Harnessing Aquaculture and Fisheries Resources
  1. Age and growth of the Nile perch, Lates niloticus L. in Lake Victoria, Uganda - Nkalubo, W.N & Chapman, L.J.
  2. Temperature-dependent egg development rates and hatching period of Chambo, Oreochromis karongae (Pisces: Cichlidae) - Valeta, J.S., Likongwe, J.S. & Kassam, D.
  3. Diet and feeding habits of a small catfish, Clarias liocephalus in wetlands of western Uganda - Yatuha, J, Kang’ombe, J, Rutaisire, J, Sikawa, D & Chapman, L

Extended abstracts submitted under Integrated Crop Management

  1. Improving water management for irrigated rice production in the South-Kivu province, Democratic Republic of Congo - Amoding, A, Walangalulu, M & Majaliwa, J.G.M.
  2. Water productivity and evapotranspiration of teff (Eragrostis tef) - Atakilt Berihun
  3. Susceptibility of some varieties and breeding lines of tomato to Liriomyza spp infestation in central Sudan - Faiza Salah, E.E, Elamin Elamin, M, Elameen Eltoum, M.A, Hayder Abdelgader & Dominique Bordat
  4. Effect of leaf leachate of Prosopis juliflora (Swartz DC) and Acacia raddiana (Brenan) on early growth of Sorghum sudanense (Piper Stapf) - Hasabelrasoul Fadlelmula Mustafa & Rona Abdallah Bushra Ali
  5. Effect of different tillage methods on soil moisture dynamics in maize-bean cropping systems in semi arid Mwala district, Kenya - Karuma, A.N, Mtakwa, P.W, Amuri, N & Gachene, C.K.K.
  6. Effects of organic residues type and placement on maize yields in Machakos, Kenya - Mbaluka, L.T. & Danga, B.
  7. Measuring maize (Zea mays L.) genetic coefficients for modeling water-limited potential yield and yield gaps in the Wami-Ruvu river basin, Tanzania: An overview - Mourice, S.K, Rweyemamu, C.L, Tumbo, S & Nyambilila, A
  8. Developing management options for optimising water and nitrogen utilisation for maize production in Malawi - Mthandi, J, Kahimba, F.C, Tarimo, A.K.P.R, Salim, B.A. & Lowole, M
  9. Enhancing farmers’ adaptation to climate change by integrating traditional and conventional drought prediction and preparedness techniques in Kenyan Central Highlands - Mugi, W.E. & Mucheru-Muna, M.
  10. Investigating viability of premium influenced land use structure in production of quality indigenous vegetable - Munialo, S, Akunadabweni, L.S.M, Mburu, J & Namutebi, A
  11. Design parameters, criteria and operation guidelines of controlled drainage and sub-irrigation for dambo smallholder farmers’ water user groups - Mwenechanya, F, Kahimba, F.C, Tarimo A.K.P.R, Wiyo K.A & Salim, A.B.
  12. Conserve and screen premium value indigenous plant biodiversity and products on smallholder farming systems of Lake Victoria Basin in East Africa - Namutebi, A, Akundabweni, L. S. M,Munialo, S & Ssozi, J
  13. Calibration and validation of AquaCrop model for maize in sub-humid and semiarid regions of central highlands of Kenya - Ngetich, K.F, Raes, D, Shisanya, C.A, Mugwe,J.1, Mucheru-Muna, M.4, Mugendi,D.N & Diels, J.
  14. Evaluation of root- knot nematode management strategies based on their distribution in tomato fields in Mwea, Kenya - Ngundo, G.W, Kariuki, G.M, Kariuki, F.W & Birgen, J.K.
  15. Yield and rain water use efficiency of maize (Zea mays L.) under selected soil and water conservation technologies in the central highlands of Kenya - Okeyo, A.I, Mucheru-Muna, M, Mugwe, M, Ngetich, J, Wambugu, K.F, Mugendi, D.N, Shisanya, C.A & Diels, J.
  16. Utilisation and conservation of shea butter trees (Vitellaria paradoxa) in and around Aloi Internally Displaced Persons’ Camps in Lira district, northern Uganda - Okullo, J.B.L, Ongom, B, Waiswa, D, Alum, W & Obua, J.
  17. The use of Crotalaria species in sustainable management of plant-parasitic nematodes of vegetable crops in western Kenya - Omami, E, Njira, P.N, Kipkoech, A.K, Ngode, L, Obura, P, Ndinya, C, Mbogo, M, Cheruyout, H & Ochuodho, J.O.
  18. Improving maize-beans yields through improved soil moisture storage using trapezoidal bunds and manure in Machakos County-Eastern Kenya - Openda, G.S, Mochoge, B.E & Danga, B.O.
  19. Pigeon pea-groundnut intercrop maize rotation cropping system: A tool for improving maize production in Malawi - Phiri, A.T, Msaky, J.J, Mrema, J & Phiri, G.Y.K.
  20. Ecology and safer management of storage insect pests in sorghum smallholder farming systems - Rwafa, R, Mvumi, B.M & Machekano, H
  21. Short-term effects of soil fertility, tillage and residue management on soil organic carbon, aggregate stability and water infiltration on a sandy soil in urban agriculture, Harare - Shumba, A, Nyamasoka, B.1, Nyamugafata, P, Madyiwa, S & Nyamangara, J.
  22. Legume biomass transfer for enhancing productivity of maize in Striga infested farmlands: The case of Iringa district, Tanzania - Sibuga, K.P, Msaky, J.J, Malima, G, Aloyce, M, Nyallu, L, Mabula, D & Hepelwa, R.
  23. Modelling of runoff water harvesting, storage and irrigation for dry season bean production - Singa, D.D, Tumbo, S, Mahoo, H, Rwehumbiza, S & Lowole, M.
  24. Verifying the premium value of selected African indigenous vegetables in target sites of the Lake Victoria basin - Ssozi J, Akundabweni, L.S.M & Namutebi, A.
  25. Advances in cassava research in management of Cassava Brown Streak Virus Disease in Uganda - Settumba Mukasa
  26. Effect of soil quality on potential of forage establishment in Chivi fallow lands, Zimbabwe - Tavirimirwa, B.1, Manzungu, E & Ncube, S.
  27. The effect of different In-situ conservation methods on yield of Teff in Tigray, Northern Ethiopia - Yared Tezera, Solomon, H & Araya, A.
  28. Effectiveness of Rhizobium leguminosarum strains nodulating hairy vetch, an introduced forage legume in the sandy soils of Zimbabwe - Tumbure, A, Wuta, M & Mapanda, F.
  29. Management of mycotoxins in wheat: Assessment of the role of plant residues,cropping systems and diversity of fungal species on mycotoxin contamination of wheat - Wagacha, J.M, Mutegi, C.K & Muthomi, J.W
  30. Performance of introduced irrigated rice varieties in Ruzizi plain, South Kivu province, DR Congo - Walangululu, M.J, Yohali, S.D. 1, Bisimwa, B.B, Nankafu, M.R, Buzera K.L, Bashagaluke, B.J & Bisimwa, B.E.
  31. Diversity of pathogens and symptoms associated with dieback on passion fruit in Kenya - Wangungu, C.W, Mwangi, M, Gathu, R.K, Muasya, R & Mbaka, J.
  32. Agro-morphological characterisation of exotic and local green gram (Mung bean) (Vigna radiata) for breeding purposes in Uganda - Waniale, A, Talwana, H & Wanyera, N.
  33. Towards development of site specific technologies for identification of fields infested with root-knot nematodes (RKN) under tomato cropping system in Mwea, Kenya - Wendot, P.K, Kariuki, G.M, Kariuki, F.W, Birgen, J. K., Njue, A & Ngundo, G.W.
  34. Local processing of plant fibres: Current status of the industry in Swaziland - Zwane, P.E, Thwala, J.M, Masarirambi, M.T, Otieno, D.A.,Vilane, V & Mkhonta, T.T.
Extended abstracts submitted under Risk and Vulnerability in Agriculture Responding to Climate
  1. Impact of land use/cover change on soil carbon stocks, livelihoods and opportunities for mitigation in Mt. Elgon region - Balaba Tumwebaze, S.
  2. The effect of climate variability and change on forage availability and productivity in Uganda’s cattle corridor: A case study of Karamoja sub-region - Egeru, A, MacOpiyo, L & Majaliwa Mwanjololo, G.J.
  3. The impact of climate change and variability on agricultural production: Adaptation strategies in Teso sub-region of eastern Uganda - Ekiyar, V, Jumbe, C, Mangisoni, J, Mkwambisi, D, Mwase, W, Njoloma, J & Ekere, W.
  4. Contribution of agroforestry to natural resources management, food security and climate change mitigation: Experiences from Tabora region, western Tanzania Gama, B.M1, Matata, P, Otsyina, R.M, Kitalyi,A & Nyadzi, G.I.
  5. Climate change and implication on food and agriculture in Africa - Ogallo, L.A & Oludhe, C.
  6. Rainfall trends, soil organic carbon and N15 isotope status in selected wetlands in Lesotho - Olaleye, A.O, Nkheloane, T. & Mating, R.

Extended abstracts submitted under Strengthening S&T Capacity in Africa

  1. NARI-University collaboration for development impact - Baguma, Y., Edema, R.2, Okori, R, Nkalubo, S., Otim, M., Ebong, C. & Gibson, P.
  2. Roles of agricultural Universities in extension of S&T achievements and transformation of agricultural development patterns: A case study in Henan, China - Dexian, H.E.
  3. Towards harmonising quality assurance for postgraduate training and research in RUFORUM member universities - Ekaya, W.N, Mkandawire, S.C, Obura, R, Ngwira, T, Cossam, J & Adipala, E.
  4. Creation of research linkages in Africa by regional bodies - Gitao, C.G & Akundabweni, L.S.M
  5. Experiential learning: Theory and practice at three RUFORUM Universities - Hawkins, R & Osiru, M.
  6. Creation of African-based, open curricular materials: The AgShare Method - Kaneene, J, Kabasa, J.D, Odhiambo, M, Wambalaba, F, Haji, J, Yousef, J & Butcher, N.
  7. MSc Programme in agrometeorology and natural risk management at Harmaya University, Ethiopia - Lisanework Nigatu & Beneberu Shimeles
  8. CSIR and collaboration with Universities in agricultural research in Ghana - Mamaa Entsua-Mensah, R.E
  9. Strengthening science and technological capacity in Africa: Engaging women and youth - Mibey, R.K.
  10. Capacity building for bean improvement in Sub-Saharan Africa - Mukankusi, C.M.1, Muthoni, R., Abang, M. & Burruchara, R.
  11. Agricultural Research and Higher Education in Africa: Trends, challenges and  ways of moving forward - Nienke Beintema
  12. The role of academy in relation to the agricultural research development in Parana State, Brazil - Nilceu Nazareno,R.X & Gonçalo Signorelli Farias.
  13. RUFORUM field attachment programme award: An internship programme for MSc. students - Ntwali, C.A, Nampala, P., Osiru, M, Nambi, E. & Adipala, E.
  14. Providing opportunities to African youths and other disadvantaged groups: The Uganda Martyrs University approach/ strategy - Olweny, C.L.M.
  15. Strengthening S&T capacity in Africa: Engaging women and youth - Strategies, Lessons and Experiences from YPARD and YPARD Africa - Paisley, C. & Cherbonnier, M.
  16. Advancing nutrition, human rights and governance studies as a sustainable capacity building partnership to improve food and nutrition programming: Experiences from a North-South-South Inter-Universities project in Africa and Europe - Rukundo, P.M.1, Kikafunda, J.2, Byaruhanga Rukooko2, Kaaya, A.2, Marais, M.3,Renee Blaauw3, Wenche Barth Eide4, Bard Anders Andreassen4, Per Ole Iversen4 & Arne Oshaug 5
  17. Higher Education partnerships: Experiences and impact in sub-Saharan Africa - Teshome Alemneh & Tully Cornick
Extended abstracts submitted under Value Chains and Innovation Platform
  1. Overview of the sub-Saharan Africa Challenge Programme (SSA CP): Proof of the Integrated Agricultural Research for Development (IAR4D) Concept - Adekunle, A.A. & Fatunbi, A.O.
  2. Innovation platform as an approach to enhance food security in Rwanda: Experiences from maize platform with Research into Use Project (2008-2010) - Dusengemungu, L Kibwika, P & Kyazze, F.B.
  3. Scaling up innovation platform approach implementation in Rwanda - Dusengemungu, L. & Ndayisenga, P.
  4. Enhancing market opportunities through value chain development: The role of University research - Jagwe, J. N.
  5. An evaluation of the operations of three farmer associations in Western Kenya Navalayo, C.U, Kipkoech, A.K., Odhiambo, M.O, Ochuodho, J.O, Okalebo, R.O, Othieno, C. & Nekesa, O.A.
  6. Analysis of critical factors influencing performance of fish farmer organisations in Dowa and Mchinji district in central Malawi Njera, D, Chonde, C, Kambewa, D, Dzanja, J.& Kayambazinthu, D.
  7. Experiences on Community Action Research Programme (CARP) - Njera, D.
  8. Shifting from outreach to engagement: Transforming Moi University’s response to current development trends in agricultural research and training in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa - Okalebo, J.R., Othieno, C.O., Ochuodho, J.O., Kipkoech, A.K., Otinga, A.N., Mongare
  9. University outreach support to farmer associations in Western Kenya: The case of The RUFORUM’s Community Action Research Project (CARP) at Moi University - Okalebo, J.R, Othieno, C.O, Ochuodho, J.O, Kipkoech, A.K, Otinga, A.N, Mongare
  10. The RUFORUM Community Action Research Programme: A programme to link African Universities to communities and agribusiness - Osiru, M, Nampala, P, Ntwali, C, Nambi, E & Adipala, E
  11. Economics of management of farmer associations in Western Kenya - Soi, C.C, Kipkoech, A.K, Mwakubo, S, Okalebo, J.R, Ochuodho, J.O, Othieno, C. & Nekesa, O.A.

 

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Developing Africa through Science, Technology and Innovations in Agriculture: “Women as key drivers”

Science, Women, Africa, Technology, Agriculture, Innovation

IFS_CTA_RUFORUM ReportThe International Foundation for Science (IFS), the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) and the Technical Centre for Agricultural and Rural Cooperation (CTA) have the pleasure to present to you a report on the Regional Workshop on Developing Africa through Science, Technology and Innovations in Agriculture, “Women as key drivers”. The workshop was held at Imperial Resort Beach Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda, from 28th September to 2nd October, 2009. This workshop was a follow-up to a prior workshop hosted by RUFORUM, CTA and the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) of 2006, which aimed to increase the engagement of African women scientists in addressing the food and nutrition situation in Africa. IFS, RUFORUM and CTA acknowledge that despite these and many other efforts, various issues continue to limit the participation of African women in science, technology and innovation (ST&I) in Africa.

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Global Challenges University Alliance 1st Workshop: Biofuels and Biorefineries

Biofuels, Biorefineries, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Abstracts

1st International Global Challenges University Alliance workshop: Biofuels and Biorefineries, SLU, Uppsala, September 26-28, 2012


The Global Challenges University Alliance
By 2050 the world's population will exceed nine billion, requiring agricultural, forest and fisheries systems to produce food, animal feed, fibres, energy and materials for another two billion people. The crucial issue is how to achieve this with very little new land to use, without causing unsustainable ecological consequences and during an on‐going climate change. Meeting these global challenges can only be done through obtaining greater scientific knowledge about the fundamental conditions for life – translating knowledge into relevant action – and through dedicated international co‐operation. The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) has recently initiated a project to form a Global Challenges University Alliance, and is planning to involve 25 of the world’s top "bio‐economy" universities at all continents. The partner universities should be strong in agricultural sciences (including food, veterinary, landscape architecture and forest sciences), environmental sciences and/or the life sciences.

 

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Third RUFORUM Biennial Conference 2012 - Extended Abstracts Part 1 of 3

Extended Abstracts, Biennial Conference, RUFORUM third Biennial

ISSN: 1993-8462

Third RUFORUM Biennial Regional Conference
24 - 28 September 2012, Entebbe, Uganda
Partnerships and Networking for Strengthening Agricultural Innovation and
Higher Education in Africa

Extended Abstracts Part 1 of 3


Editors: Tusiime G.; Majaliwa J.G.M.; Nampala P.; Adipala E.

Citation: Tusiime, G., Majaliwa Mwanjololo, J.G., Nampala, P. and Adipala, E. (Eds.),
2012. Proceedings of the Third RUFORUM Biennial Regional Conference on
Partnerships and Networking for Strengthening Agricultural Innovation and Higher
Education in Africa, held 24 – 28 September 2012, Entebbe, Uganda. RUFORUM
Working Document Series No. 7.

The Biennial Conference: The 2012 RUFORUM Biennial Conference is the third in the series. The main objective of the Biennial conferences is to provide a platform for agricultural research for development stakeholders in Africa and beyond to actively exchange findings and experiences, while at the same time learning lessons towards improving performance of the agricultural sector and ultimately people’s livelihoods. The biennial conference is RUFORUM’s most comprehensive meeting for the diversity of stakeholers in agriculture. It is especially dedicated to graduate students and their supervisors, grantees in RUFORUM member universities and alumni. It is a platform for peer review, quality control, mentorship, networking and shared learning. The third Biennial Conference was attended by 657 participants.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Extended abstracts submitted under Agricultural Information and Communication Management

  1. Integration of indigenous knowledge and perception of effectiveness of communication systems for adaptation to climate change by smallholder farmers of Kilifi district, Kenya
  2. Factors influencing access to integrated soil fertility management information and knowledge and its uptake among smallholder farmers in Zimbabwe
  3. Information access and rating of delivery pathways by smallholder dairy farmers in Central Kenya
  4. Information and Communication Technologies and agricultural knowledge management: Comparative assessment of peri-urban and rural settings in Kenya

Extended abstracts submitted under Agricultural Marketing and Trade

  1. Validation of the profitability of banana growing in Kamwezi sub-county, Kabale district, South Western Uganda
  2. The impact of overvalued exchange rate policy on agricultural trade in Sudan
  3. Economic evaluation of the potato market chain in Uganda
  4. Analysis of business performance of agricultural cooperatives: A case study of Ngolowindo, Nsangu and Chitsanzo Cooperatives in the Central Region of Malawi
  5. Determinants of land management practices in the agricultural highlands of Uganda: A case of Kabale highlands in Western Uganda


Extended abstracts submitted under Animal Health Managment

  1. Economic analysis of transboundary animal disease control in Ntungamo and Rakai districts in Uganda
  2. Participatory control of Newcastle disease in village poultry using thermostable vaccines in Uganda
  3. Comparison of Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) disease between Tanzania and Kenya
  4. Effect of parasite control on immune response of Newcastle disease vaccination and productivity of free range chicken, Eastern Province, Kenya
  5. Risk factors associated with spread of Peste des petits ruminants in Turkana district, Kenya
  6. Impact of thermostable new castle disease vaccination on productivity of free ranging indigenous chicken
  7. Socioeconomic impact of Newcastle disease vaccination of village poultry on community free-range poultry farmers in Iganga district
  8. Effect of crude extracts of Viscum verrocosum treatment on nematode parasite faecal egg count in female Tswana goats

Extended abstracts submitted under Crop Improvement

  1. Inheritance of tolerance to drought stress in selected common bean genotypes
  2. Early-generation testing for developing maize inbreds with drought tolerance and resistance to Turcicum Leaf Blight and streak virus in Uganda
  3. Enhancing resistance to angular leaf spot of common bean in Uganda
  4. Establishment of a rapid in vitro system for regeneration of papaya plantlets in a liquid media
  5. Inheritance and stability of earliness in solanum potato
  6. Inheritance of tolerance to intermittent drought from selected potato (Solanum tuberosum) cultivars in south western Uganda
  7. Agronomic characterisation of farmer preferred pigeon pea landraces in Uganda
  8. Inheritance of bacterial leaf blight resistance in crosses involving interspecific and intraspecific rice genotypes
  9. Combining ability for resistance to soybean rust in F2 and F3 soybean populations
  10. Enhancing soybean rust resistance through gene pyramiding
  11. Strengthening sorghum breeding for dual foliar diseases
  12. Generation mean analysis for Turcicum Leaf Blight in Ugandan sorghum
  13. Strengthening breeding for resistance to Turcicum leaf blight in sorghum: Mapping of resistance quantitative trait loci
  14. Genetic analysis of tropical maize inbreds and hybrids for grain yield and traits associated with drought tolerance
  15. Screening of rice varieties for their weed competitiveness
  16. Potential sources of high iron and zinc content in Ugandan bean germplasm
  17. Development of Fusarium root rot resistant ideotypes in common bean
  18. Mass propagation of selected papaya planting materials through shoot tip culture in Kenya
  19. Inheritance of resistance to rice yellow mottle virus in interspecific and intraspecific rice in Uganda
  20. Mechanisms of resistance in tropical maize inbred lines to spotted stem borer (Chilo partellus)
  21. Performance of selected grain sorghum genotypes for improved food security and livelihoods
  22. Inheritance of phosphorus use efficiency and resistance to anthracnose in selected sorghum genotypes grown in the acid soils of western Kenya
  23. Adapting selected grafting techniques to propagation of Vitellaria paradoxa ssp. nilotica (the shea butter tree) in Uganda
  24. Vegetative propagation of Vitellaria paradoxa by stem cuttings: Effects of rooting substrate and planting technique
  25. Maize streak virus (MSV) diversity in Uganda and the assessment of gene silencing as a tool for development of resistance to MSV
  26. Impact of transgenic sweetpotato on non-target species
  27. High frequency adventitious root and shoot regeneration in recalcitrant sweet potato cultivars

Extended abstracts submitted under the Cross Cutting theme

  1. Changes in farming practices in the Lake Kivu Basin
  2. Potential of school gardening as a laboratory for developing life skills in agriculture: The case of Universal Primary Education Schools in Kamuli and Soroti districts, Uganda
  3. School gardens for improved quality of primary education and community food security in Soroti district, Uganda
  4. Enhancing efficient energy coping mechanisms in Olio Sub-County,Eastern Uganda
  5. A synthesis of factors that contributed to the decline in the number of practical assessed projects for the junior secondary education in Botswana
  6. The potential of school gardening to mitigate short-term hunger among Universal Primary Schools in Kamuli District, Eastern Uganda
  7. Determinants of smallholder farmers’ participation in the potato market in Kabale and Mbale
  8. Policy strategies interventions and the way forward for sesame crop: A case study of Kordofan region, Sudan


Extended abstracts submitted under Enhancing Livestock Productivity

  1. Improving tenderness of off-layer chicken meat using dried papaya (Carica papaya) leaves dietary supplementation
  2. Development of management practices for sustainable improvement of dairy goat productivity in Tanzania
  3. Comparison of the egg characteristics of different Sudanese indigenous chicken types
  4. Evaluation of locally available feed resources for dairy goat feeding in Kongwa district, Tanzania
  5. Production performance and contribution of dairy goats to income of small scale farmers: A case of Babati and Kongwa districts in Tanzania
  6. Assessing the potential of camel milk as a livelihood option in the face of climatic and environmental changes in drylands of Kenya


Extended abstracts submitted under Enhancing Natural Resource Management

  1. Biodiversity and cultural importance of wild edible trees in Benin (West Africa)
  2. Setting out to evaluate rain water harvesting (RWH) for crop production at Botswana College of Agriculture
  3. Spatial variation of soil organic carbon under the linear simultaneous agroforestry system
  4. Factors influencing farmers’ adoption of information for Mangrove forests conservation in Democratic Republic of Congo
  5. Farmers’ willingness to invest in improved soil and water conservation technologies in semi arid districts of Uganda
  6. Fire regime characterisation and mapping in the Niassa National Reserve: Preliminary results
  7. Arbuscular mycorrhiza and water and nutrient supply differently impact seedling performance of acquisitive and conservative dry woodland species
  8. Improving rainwater use efficiency in teff for enhancing adaptation to climate variability and climate change in the northern Ethiopia
  9. Predicting tef yield using AquaCrop model under various water availability regimes: A case study in Northern Ethiopia
  10. Influence of legume biomass on soil fertility status and maize performance in Striga infested soils of Iringa, Tanzania
  11. The effectiveness of lignite coal and biochar in reducing nitrogen (N) losses from cattle feedlot manure
  12. Mineralogy of Africa’s soils as a predictor of soil fertility
  13. Effectiveness of white lupin (Lupinus albus) and chickpea (Cicer arietinum ) in enhancing phosphorus release from rock phosphate
  14. Factors influencing levels of knowledge in soil fertility management in the central highlands of Kenya
  15. Spatial and temporal distribution and utilisation of fallow land in south central Zimbabwe
  16. Characterisation of vermiculites from the Neoproterozoic Mozambique Belt of Tanzania for agricultural applications
  17. An assessment of the processes and pathways to achieve innovation in Conservation Agriculture in Malawi: A case of Machinga Agricultural Development Division
  18. Improving water storage in soils to enhance nutrient use efficiency and crop yields for enhanced livelihoods of small scale farmers in semi-arid eastern Kenya
  19. Preliminary assessment of socio-economic potential for rain water harvesting (RWH) in semi-arid Bobirwa Sub-district of eastern Botswana
  20. Translating integrated soil fertility management empirical knowledge into action through participatory learning and marketing agricultural produce in Zimbabwe
  21. Effects of farmyard manure and mineral fertilisers on maize yield and soil properties in two districts of Southern Rwanda
  22. Gender roles in soil fertility and water management for maize (Zea mays L.) production in urban agriculture: A case for Harare, Zimbabwe
  23. Spatial dynamic of the Mabalane Mopane ecossytem degradation and its association with wildfires in southern Mozambique: What implications for biodiversity and people’s livelihoods
  24. Determination of sugarcane yield advantages of Mycorrhiza inoculants on Ferralsols
  25. Speargrass as a soil fertility indicator along a deforestation chronosquence

Extended abstracts submitted under Food Science and Value Addition

  1. The proximate analysis and sensory evaluation of “Okpa” prepared with fluted pumpkin and scent leaves
  2. The vitamin and mineral contents of “Okpa” prepared with fluted pumpkin and scent leaves
  3. Nutritional value of Grewia flavescens: Implications for household food security in northeastern Rift Valley of Ethiopia
  4. Postharvest losses of mango fruit (Mangifera indica) in Morogoro Region
  5. The risk of feed and milk contamination by mycotoxins on smallholder dairy farmers in Kenya
  6. Development and evaluation of models for predicting chemical contaminant migration in foods
  7. Determination of uranium concentration in selected agriculture soils of Bah district in Tanzania and its uptake by food crops
  8. Assessment of uranium transfer in food chains and its effects on the health of Bahi community in Tanzania
  9. Handling practices and microbiological safety associated with pastoral traditional fermented milk (Suusa) product for rural and urban market in Kenya


Extended abstracts submitted under Harnessing Aquaculture and Fisheries

  1. Economic analysis of fish farming in Mbale-sub region, eastern Uganda
  2. The effect of fish farming systems on water quality and community livelihoods in Mbale: A socio economic and biophysical assessment
  3. Breeding seasonality and size at first maturity of Synodontis njassae of southeast arm of lake Malawi
  4. Food type preference, breeding seasonality and size at first maturity of Synodontis njassae of southeast arm of Lake Malawi
  5. Shelf life of whole Lake Malawi Tilapia (Chambo) stored in ice
  6. Reproductive seasonality of Opsaridium microlepis (mpasa) in the Linthipe River in Central Malawi
  7. Assessment of the performance of the aquaculture fish marketing chain: A case of Dowa and Mchinji Districts in Malawi
  8. Combined effect of selected technologies on growth, survival and water quality of improved strain of Oreochromis shiranus in earthen ponds of Dowa district, Malawi
  9. Fish diversity of two major inlet rivers of Lake Malawi: Spatial and temporal change
  10. Epidemiology of epizoootic ulcerative syndrome (EUS) on fish in the Zambezi river system: A case study for Zambia
  11. On-farm analysis of the use of clear plastic pond sheeting for enhanced growth and productivity of Tilapia rendalli and Oreochromis shiranus polyculture in earthen ponds


Extended abstracts submitted under Integrated Crop Management

  1. Effects of botanical insecticides on the egg parasitoid Trichogramma cacoeciae Marchal (Hym. Trichogrammatidae)
  2. Effect of different drip irrigation regimes on growth, yield and yield components of banana cv. Grand Nain under Gizera condition, Sudan
  3. Water stress effect on yield and water use efficiency of two wheat varieties
  4. The effect of gypsum and NPK fertiliser on groundnut performance in Western Tanzania
  5. Invasive Bracken fern (Pteridium aquilinium L. Kuhn): A potential risk to the production of legume crops in Western Tanzania
  6. Using Crotalaria species for the management of root-knot nematodes of vegetables in Western Kenya
  7. Influence of number of days from planting to harvest on growth, development, stage of maturity and nutritional value of three vegetable soybean cultivars in Zimbabwe
  8. Assessing the impact of integrated pest management programme for suppressing the invasive fruit fly (Bactrocera invadens) on mango in Mozambique
  9. Developing ecological management strategies for the aphid vectored cucumber mosaic virus on tomato in Uganda
  10. On farm evaluation of legumes biomass for the management of Striga in Iringa district, Tanzania
  11. Temporal population dynamics of storage insect pests and their management using safer grain protectants in maize smallholder systems of Zimbabwe
  12. Incorporating Crotalaria species in cropping systems for the management of root-knot nematodes in indigenous vegetable crops in Western Kenya
  13. Effect of integrated water and nutrient management technologies on soil profile moisture content and grain water productivity in Zimbabwe
  14. Enzymatic processing of Agave sisalana and Ananas comosus plant fibres and fibre waste for diversified use
  15. Response of maize and soybean crops to inorganic fertilisers in Western Kenya
  16. Phakopsora pachyrhizi diversity and rust resistance in soybean genotypes in Uganda
  17. Integrated management of aphid vectors and associated viral diseases of passion fruit in Uganda
  18. Effects of aqueous extracts of Basil, Sodom’s apple and Coriander on leafminer damage to Okra
  19. Development of integrated Striga management package to improve maize production in Western Kenya
  20. Unraveling the vector transmission biology of the ipomovirus Sweet potato mild mottle virus (Potyviridae) in sweetpotato (Lam.)
  21. The use of enzymes in the bio-processing of Agave americana and Agave sisalana fibres in Swaziland
  22. Potential application of natural variability of Arabidopsis thaliana accessions in genomics of Xanthomonas campestris pv musacearum
  23. Estimation of teff yield using remote sensing and GIS techniques in Tigray region, Northern Ethiopia


Extended abstracts submitted under Risk and Vulnerability

  1. Climate change vulnerability and adaptation responses among fish dependent communities in the Albertine and Victoria drainage basins in Uganda
  2. Estimation of pollution loading into Lake Kivu Basin
  3. Impact of climate change variability on abundance of crab in Pangani estuary
  4. The impact of climate change on mud crab fishery and fattening to the communities livelihood in Pangani and Rufiji estuaries in Tanzania
  5. Impact of climate change on mangrove crab (Scylla serrata) fattening and its implication on the livelihoods of coastal communities of Tanzania
  6. An overview of pollution loading into Lake Kivu basin
  7. Applying large area modelling approach to assess the impacts of climate variability and change: Informing policy and adaptation - A review
  8. Assessment of impacts of climate variability and change on rainfed sorghum productivity in central Tanzania
  9. Assessment of climate change impact on sorghum productivity in Sudan
  10. Dryland agriculture in Kenya: Gendered risks, vulnerabilities and research gaps


Extended abstracts submitted under Strengthening Science & Technology

  1. Harnessing the capacity of African Universities to foster rural transformation in Africa
  2. Outcomes and performance of Rwanda Agricultural Board employees trained by RUFORUM
  3. Increasing scientific research capacity in Africa through a Proven Model
  4. Multi-stakeholder partnerships: How can Universities in Africa better engage to nurture and sustain partnerships?
  5. Harnessing regional capacity to build agricultural capacity for Africa: The case of the Intra-ACP academic mobility project for 12 universities in Africa
  6. Establishing innovative Higher Education programmes in support of agricultural rural transformation in Africa: The case of FORUM and RUFORUM
  7. Building local capacities for innovative research through RUFORUM: Experiences from South Sudan
  8. Tracking University Development Contributions: Emerging indicators from Moi University
  9. Measuring the impact of Higher Education interventions in development
     
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Agricultural Innovations for Sustainable Development

Developement, Innovation

Contributions from the Finalists of the 2009/2010 Africa-wide Women and Young Professionals in Science Competitions

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FARA
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FARA
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Date of Publication: 
30/01/2012
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Trainer’s Manual on Climate Change Adaptation and Development

Climate Change

Integrating climate change in policy making for sustainable development in agriculture
and natural resources management. Please refer to the attached document.

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Center for Developement Innovation
Author: 
Catharien Terwisscha van Scheltinga, Jouwert van Geene, Femke Gordijn
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Date of Publication: 
13/12/2011
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Deans' Pre-Annual General Meeting 2011

Deans' Meeting 2011

The AGM of 2010 held in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, established a RUFORUM Deans’ Committee as one of the Board’s Sub-Committee to principally provide feedback to the Secretariat on RUFORUM activities at country and university levels. Prior to the 2011 AGM, a Deans’ and principals meeting has been convened to deliberate on recent developments and anchor the Deans’ Committee in fulfilling its role as one of the organs of RUFORUM for championing regional, national and university level presence. RUFORUM has a governance structure which is designed to promote ownership of the organization by the member universities while at the same time ensuring good international practices and quality. The Deans’ Committee, formally constituted in 2010 after restructuring of RUFORUM has membership from the Deans of faculties of agriculture and related sciences from member universities.

This Deans’ meeting will precede and feed into the 7th AGM which coincides with a number of key developments at the Secretariat and within its networks including approval and operationalization of a new Business Plan (2011-2016) and other key policy and operational strategies and manuals. The Deans’ meeting will serve the purpose to refocus the role of the Deans’ Committee in the new dispensation of the Business Plan and in view of recent changes in agricultural tertiary education landscape in Africa and beyond. Specifically it will deliberate on the roles, responsibilities and institutionalization of core programme areas like competitive grants, ICT, M&E and regional postgraduate training. The Deans will also elect a Chair person of their Committee to serve up to the 2012 AGM.

Venue and Dates: Bridge View Hotel - 27th – 28th August 2011

Organisers: RUFORUM, University of Malawi, Malawi National Forum

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Strategic Plans
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RUFORUM Annual General Meeting 2011

Annual General Meeting

RUFORUM Annual General Meeting 2011

RUFORUM has a governance structure which is designed to promote ownership of the organisation by the member universities while at the same time ensuring good international practices and quality. The AGM is one of the seven main governance organs. This will be RUFORUM’s 7th AGM which coincides with a number of key developments at the Secretariat and within its networks including approval and operationalization of a new Business Plan (2011-2016) and other key policy and operational strategies and manuals. It will serve as a learning gathering on the progress made hitherto in engaging universities with agricultural development processes.
 
Purpose and Objectives of the AGM
In addition to performing its mandatory duty as the supreme decision making organ of RUFORUM, the AGM will also offer a platform to share the new developments at RUFORUM with key stakeholders including strategic directions that RUFORUM is taking in response to the CAADP emerging issues and recent developments in postgraduate training and research in agriculture especially in the Eastern, Central and Southern Africa region.
 
Date and Venue:Sunbird Capital Hotel, Lilongwe, Malawi; 29th – 30th August 2011
Organisers: RUFORUM, University of Malawi, Malawi National Forum

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Strengthening University Competence & Practice for Engagement with Policy

Strengthening, University Policy
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Strengthening University Competence and Practice for Engagement with Policy - Ministerial Conference Pre-Conference Event (Theme 5) supported by RUFORUM, AAU (MCRI), DDRN and ATPS

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Networking, Advocacy & Grants
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Proceedings of the Ministerial Conference on Higher Education in Agriculture in Africa (CHEA)

CHEA, Education, Africa
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In March 2008, the meeting of Ministers of Agriculture of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) countries held in Seychelles mandated the COMESA Secretariat to arrange for a high level policy meeting to respond to the above challenge. Attempts were made to hold this meeting in Lusaka, but following the death of the then Zambian President, this was not possible. In September 2009, a meeting of 37 African Universities, and 25 Vice Chancellors from Eastern, Central and Southern Africa, held in Mombasa, Kenya, requested the Government of Uganda to host the Ministerial Conference in Kampala, Uganda. Makerere University was mandated to take leadership in organizing the Conference and was to be supported by  RUFORUM, the Network of 25 African Universities with a Secretariat in Kampala, Uganda. Below are the Proceedings of the successfully concluded Conference.
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