Prevalence and management of cassava soil borne diseases in paya sub county in tororo district, uganda
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2024
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Busitema University
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Introduction: Cassava soil borne diseases have been notably increasing and becoming a concern with significant implications on food security of the farmers and communities. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence and management of Cassava Soil Borne Diseases in Paya Sub-County in Tororo district, Uganda. Materials and methods: The study employed a mixed-methods approach, combining both quantitative and qualitative methods. A questionnaire was developed to gather information on demographics, socio-economic status, and existing management strategies for CSBD. Literature reviews; including existing research articles, studies and reviews on CSBD were highly utilized to draw references during the study. Interviews were conducted with a subset of participants to obtain qualitative data on their experiences, perceptions, and challenges related to CSBD and its management. Soil sampling tools like; augers, shovels, soil cores and sampling tubes, and examination using light microscope and electron microscope, magnifying glasses, hand lenses and plant disease identification guide were used during the study. Data was analyzed using descriptive and thematic analysis. Results: the study found out that there is a significant prevalence of CSBD in the community (78% of the surveyed fields) of the area of study; there is high overall awareness of risk factors which can be improved, particularly the managerial agronomic practices. The study finally found out that the most commonly perceived effective management strategies were crop rotation, resistant varieties, sanitation, organic amendments, application of fungicides and nematicides among others. Conclusion: Research findings underscore the need for comprehensive interventions to address Cassava Soil Borne Diseases among fields in Paya Sub-County in Tororo district.
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Wapakala, D. (2024). Prevalence and management of cassava soil borne diseases in Paya sub county in Tororo District, Uganda [Research Report]. Busitema University.