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Efficacy of Hexanal Treatment on the Physical and Biochemical Attributes and Shelf Life of Mango
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Mango is a perishable fruit with a limited shelf life once ripe, resulting in significant postharvest losses. The objectives of this study are to determine the efficacy of hexanal treatment in prolonging the shelf life of ...
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 ...
Analysis of Extent and Effects of Mobile Phone Use on Productivity of Climate-smart Horticulture Farmers in Taita-taveta County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Horticulture farmers continue to experience climate change-related problems despite advancement in technologies such as mobile phones. Currently, mobile phone is the most commonly used tool in communication. Previous studies ...
Effects of Rate and Timing of Nitrogen Application on Growth and Yield of Seedcane (Saccharum Spp)
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Nitrogen (N) is among the most important crop nutrient. Numerous metabolic activities, particularly those involved with crop growth, such as tillering and stalk elongation, rely on N. N deficiency reduces light interception ...
Determinants of Profit Efficiency of Camel Milk Traders in Five Counties in Northern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Camel milk is a major source of both revenue and nutrition for pastoral communities in Northern Kenya. However, despite the existence of significant trade in camel milk in the region, the estimation of traders’ profit ...
Knowledge and Practices Associated With Complementary Feeding Among Young Children Attending Gambool Health Centre, Garowe District, Puntland State, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
According to scientific research on newborn and young child feeding habits from underdeveloped nations, advancement is attainable with the use of efficient tactics and adequate resources. The health of children is still ...
Effects of Leaf Harvesting Intensity and Frequency on Growth, Nodulation and Yield of Three Cowpea (Vigna Unguiculata L.) Varieties in Bor and Awerial County, South Sudan
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp) is an important crop in South Sudan, however, its low production has been attributed to poor agronomic and leaf harvesting practices which cause a reduction in grain yield and quality ...
Maternal Nutrition Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices of Pregnant Women Attending Sos Hospital Mogadishu, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2021)
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), most women do not consume or lack,
thereof, adequate micronutrients during their reproductive years and pregnancy. Health facilities
(a potential source of nutrition ...
Varietal Resistance and Use of Crude Plant Extracts in the Management of Field Pests in Green Gram (Vigna Radiata) in Machakos County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Breeding has significantly improved drought tolerance in green gram but marked yield losses
continue to emanate from field pest’s damage. Important pests of green gram are pod borers,
Maruca testutalis (Geyer), aphids, ...
Nutritional Knowledge and Dietary Practices of Pregnant Women Receiving Nutrition Education While Attending Antenatal Care at Mbagathi Hospital Nairobi County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)
Nutritioneducationisoneoftheimportantcomponentsofantenatalcare.Itisawidelyused strategy to
improve nutritional knowledge of pregnant women seeking ante natal care more so in
governmentrunhealthcarefacilities. A lot of ...