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The Dynamics and Implications of Sustaining Urban Spatial Segregation in Kenya: Experiences from Nairobi Metropolis
(2001)
Urban spatial segregation is not a recent phenomenon in Kenya. Its origin in the Kenyan towns
can be traced way back to the emergence of colonization. Initially, the attitude and response of
national governments towards ...
Integrated Management Of Plant-parasitic Nematodes In Maize-bean Cropping Systems
(2002)
A field study to determine the distribution and population densities of
plant parasitic nematodes associated with beans was undertaken in
Kakamega, Kiambu, Machakos and Siaya districts of Kenya. Meloidogyne
spp. and ...
Indigenous selection criteria in Ankole cattle and different production systems in Uganda
(University of Nairobi., 2005-06)
Ankole cattle are kept in South-Western Uganda, which is part of the cattle corridor,
an area that was traditionally communal grazing land and pastoral systems.
Currently, the pastoral system is undergoing a dramatic ...
Evaluation of pesticide/variety combinations for thrips (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) management on French beans (P. vulgaris L.) in Kenya
(2007)
A field study was undertaken to evaluate pesticide/variety combinations for thrips infestation and damage in Kabete Field Station, University of Nairobi, Kenya. Four French bean varieties (Amy, Monel, Samantha and Impala) ...
Institutional Innovations for Smallholder Compliance with International Food Safety Standards: Experiences from Kenya, Ethiopian and Zambian Green Bean Growers
(2007)
Many African countries have moved into the production of non-traditional agricultural products to diversify their
exports and increase foreign currency earnings. Accessing developed country markets requires meeting ...
Effect of aphids and virus diseases on yield of seed potatoes in Kenya
(University of Nairobi., 2003)
Experiments were conducted at 2 sites to determine the relationship between aphid populations, virus incidence
and yields on 4 potato varieties (Solanum tuberosome). These varieties were planted at Tigoni and Kabete during ...
Can smallholders be supplied with quality tree seed through commercial distribution of tree seed in small bags
(University of Nairobi., 2001)
This paper discusses the possibility for retail sale of small quantities of tree seed to smallholders
through private enterprises already dealing with horticultural and agricultural seed. It
is suggested that the private ...
Screening for development of resistance by the spotted stem borer, Chilo Partellus Swinhoe (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) to Bt-maize delta-endotoxins
(2005)
Stem borers are one of the major limiting factors to maize (Zea mays L.) production in the world. In Kenya the damage
caused by stem borers leads to 13.5% yield loss estimated to be 400,000 MT of maize annually. The spotted ...