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Potential Of Combining Host Plant Resistance And Intercropping In The Management Of Root-knot Nematodes And Insect Pests In The Indigenous Leafy Vegetables
(University of NairobiFaculty of Agriculture, 2013)Indigenous leafy vegetables (ILVs) play an important role as income and food security crops in many rural and urban households in Kenya, yet their potential in alleviating poverty and ensuring household food and nutrition ... -
The Potential of Community Institutions in dissemination and Adoption of Agricultural Technologies in Emuhaya, Western Kenya
(Institute of anthropology, gender and African studies, 2001)This thesis examines the potential of community institutions and their networks in dissemination of agricultural technologies in Emuhaya Division, Vihiga District. Objectives of the study were to (i) identify characteristics ... -
The potential of condensed camel milk in contributing to food security in greater Baragoi, Samburu district
(University of NairobiDepartment of Food and Nutrition Technology, 1996)This study was carried out in Baragoi and Nyiro divisions of Samburu district with the main objectives of, first, determining the financial, social and physical accessibility of both fresh and condensed camel milk to the ... -
Potential of Edible Seaweed of the Kenyan Coast as a Micronutrient Source
(University of Nairobi, 2022)For centuries, Algae case in point seaweed has been harvested and used for its nutrition benefits in East Asia and western countries but irregularly in Kenya. When compared to plants growing on land or animal food sources, ... -
Potential of Entomopathogenic Nematodes as a Biological Control and Management Tool for Banana Weevil (Cosmopolites Sordidus) in Banana Orchards
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Banana weevil (Cosmopolites sordidus) as a pest has been identified as a major pest hindering sustainable banana production in Kenya and throughout the tropics in the world. Most damage is caused by the larvae that tunnel ... -
The Potential of Generative Design in Standardization of Interior Components for Production of Affordable Housing Units.
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The focus of this research is on the potential of the generative design in the standardization of interior components in the building of Affordable Housing programme (AHP) by the jua kali sectors in Kenya.Generative ... -
Potential of Host Resistance and Efficient Water Use in Management of Bacterial Wilt of Tomatoes in Kajiado County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is an important vegetable consumed for its nutritional value in Kenya and around the world. Bacterial wilt disease caused by Ralstonia solanacearum is a major production constraint in tomato ... -
The potential of improving napier grass under smallholder dairy farmers' conditions in Kenya
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The potential of internet -supported collaboration in construction projects in Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Building Economics and Management, 2002)The use of Information and Communication Technologies (lCTs) in the construction industry is rapidly gaining popularity. The industry has already turned to ICTs in its quest for higher levels of efficiency during both ... -
Potential of Metarhizium Anisopliae in the Management of Tomato Borer (Tuta Absoluta) Infesting Tomato
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Greenhouse experiments were conducted consisting of 5 treatments: Metarhizium anisopliae (6.0 x 103 cfu /ml) formulated with Nonylphenol ethoxylate, Metarhizium anisopliae (6.0 x 103 cfu /ml) conidia alone, Nonylphenol ... -
The potential of mobile phone usage in dissemination of Agricultural information: a case of Kikuyu District, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)The rapid development of mobile technology, the large usage rates of mobile phones, increased penetration rates and the inherent characteristics of mobile phones are the reasons mobile phones are currently emerging as the ... -
Potential of Neem Producst for Control of Three Species of Ticks Affecting Livestock in Africa
(University of Nairobi,GP Kaaya, RC Saxena, G Solomon - Journal of Economic Entomology, 2003, 2003) -
Potential of Open Data and Information in Enhancing Access, Quality and Accountability in Health Service Delivery at the Local Level in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2013)This study was premised on the possibility to enhance health service delivery by understanding data and information needs, the channels to deliver both and the barriers to health service delivery ... -
Potential Of Organic Amendments For Root-knot Nematode Management In Black Nightshade (solanum Nigrum)
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Potential of pedestrian streets as a tool to enhance social integration
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)'PROUD of our ethnic, cultural and religious diversity and determined to live in peace and unity as one indivisible sovereign nation', is a preamble statement of The Constitution of Kenya. Into independence however. when ... -
Potential of potassium salts of fatty acids and integrated pest management strategies in the management of snap Bean pests
(2014)Production of snap beans for the export market in Kenya is mainly by small scale farmers but insect pests remain a major constraint to production. Farmers rely mainly on synthetic chemical pesticides to manage insect pests. ... -
Potential of predicting rainfall onset and cessation dates in Kenya using tropospheric moisture accumulation
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Rainfall portrays high variability in space and time in Kenya. The severity of rainfall variability demonstrated as excessively heavy precipitation (floods) or excessively light rainfall (droughts) affects the economy of ... -
The potential of private public partnership in financing municipal capital projects in developing countries
(The potential of private public partnership in financing municipal capital projects in developing countries, 2012-10)The purpose of this paper is to undertake literature review to assess the effectiveness of public private partnership (PPP) finance on municipal capital projects in developing countries. The basis of this investigation is ... -
The Potential of Sms Based Automated Reminders Towards Enhancing Adherence to Clinical Instructions for Dementia Patients: a Case of Healthcare Givers
(university of nairobi, 2018)Dementia condition presents a challenge with regard to the ability of a person with this condition to adhere to treatment regimes. Provision of healthcare service to persons with dementia remains a challenge because the ... -
The potential of sweet potato (ipomoea batatas l.) leaves in contribution to vitamins and minerals in the diets of children in Tanga, Tanzania
(University of NairobiDepartment of Food and Nutrition Technology, 2003)cross-sectional survey and laboratory analysis was undertaken in Tanga Municipality, Tanzania from January to March 2001. The main objective of the study was to determine the potential of sweet potato (Ipomoea hatatas) ...