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The relationship between market centres and the growth of rural economies: case study of Kabondo Division/Rachuonyo District, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2001)
Rural-Urban linkages has previously been handled in different perspectives. In this study, we
examined linkages on the basis of the relationship between crop production and market
centres in the growth of rural economies, ...
The Role of Agro-based industries in rural development, A Case study of Nyansiongo Tea Factory in Borabu Division, Nyamira District.
(University of Nairobi,, 2001)
Agriculture continues to play a significant role in rural landscapes hence a basis for rural development. Agro-based industries which thrive on this major rural economic activity are an important aspect in rural development ...
Effect of balanites glabra canopy cover on soil organic matter, soil moisture and selected grass species production in Isinya, Kajiado, Kenya
(2001)
This study was conducted to determine the scasoual effects or Balanites glabra (Mildbr.
& Schlecht.) canopy cover on soil organic matter, soil moisture content and selected
grass species production in Isinya, Kajiado, ...
Temperature profiles in a wood packed bed heated by hot combustion gases
(2001)
Axial and radial temperature profiles are presented for the initial sensible heating stage of wood
carbonisation process in a packed bed. These profiles are important in promoting greater understanding of the heat transfer ...
Soil Mineralogy, Slope And Soil And Water Conservation Effects On Infiltration, Seal Formation, Erosion And Crop Yield Under Semi-arid Conditions
(University of Nairobi, 2001-08)
Soil erosion and runoff are serious and widespread land degradation problems in many parts of the world especially in in arid and semi-arid regions, where water is the main limiting factor for crop production. This thesis ...
Comparative studies on virulence, genetic variability and mycotoxin production among isolates of fusarium species infecting wheat
(University of Nairobi, 2001)
Isolates of Fusarium species isolated mainly from wheat in Germany and Kenya were
investigated for variation in mycotoxin production, virulence and PCR-based DNA
characteristics. The isolates were tested for mycotoxin ...
Metaphysical foundations of morality
(2001-12)
As the world makes progress in the consideration of humanity, with so many organizations to promote this nobility, there are also many setbacks in the spectrum of individual and/or collective action. Not necessarily that ...
Taxonomic revision of the genera ocimum l. And plectranthus l'her. (labiatae) in Kenya
(2001)
Ocimum L. and Plectranthus L'Her. are cosmopolitan genera in the tribe Nepeteoideae in the family
Labiatae Juss. The accumulation of essential oils in their flower and foliage has contributed to their
prominence and ...