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Assessing Sensory Characteristics and Consumer Preference of Legume-Cereal-Root Based Porridges in Nandi County
Gitau, Peninah W.; Kunyanga, Catherine N.; Abong, George O.; Ojiem, John O.; Muthomi, James W. (University of Nairobi, 2019)Previously, porridge has been cereal based, consumed as a beverage or weaning food. Malnutrition among children has necessitated inclusion of legumes and roots in an effort to boost nutrient density. Therefore, the current ... -
Biopesticides and Their Role in Sustainable Agricultural Production
Lengai, Geraldin M. W.; Muthomi, James W. (University of Nairobi, 2018)Biopesticides are derivatives of plants, microorganisms and insects. Substances from plants and animals have been used to manage diseases in crops, animals and humans. Reliance on nature to heal nature is a practise for ... -
The inheritance of yield components and beta carotene content in sweet potato
Mbusa, Heritier K; Kahiu, Ngugi; Olubayo, Florence M.; Kivuva, Benjamin M; Muthomi, James W.; Nzuve, Felister M. (University of Nairobi, 2018)Analysis of the gene action exhibited by an agronomic trait in crop plants is useful in the planning of an effective plant breeding program. This study sought to establish the inheritance variance of root yield components ... -
Postharvest practices of maize farmers in Kaiti District, Kenya and the impact of hermetic storage on populations of Aspergillus spp. and aflatoxin contamination.
Maina, Angeline W; Wagacha, John M; Mwaura, Francis B; Muthomi, James W; Woloshuk, Charles P (University of Nairobi, 2016)Aflatoxin contamination in maize by Aspergillus spp. is a major problem causing food, income and health concerns. A study was carried out in Kaiti District in Lower Eastern Kenya to evaluate the effect of three months storage ...