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The genesis, classification and erosion susceptibility of the soils of the semi - arid Sirima and Mukogodo catchments, Laikipia District, Kenya.
(1991-12)
The two study catchments are Mukogodo and Sirima in Laikipia
District. The objectives of this study were: to study the influence
of soil forming factors on the development of the soils of the
study areas; to study the ...
The nutritive value of zizyphus spina-christi (l.) wild. leaves to goats in the semi-arid area of Kalu District, South Wello, Ethiopia
(2002-10)
Fifteen yearling goats weighing an average 18.7 kg were used to evaluate the potential of
Zizyphus spina-christi leaves as supplement to growing goats fed on Cynodon dacty/on
grass, in Cheleka catchments. South Wello, ...
The effects of nitrogen fertilization, bean residue, and maize-bean cropping systems on nutrient uptake, yields and soil chemical properties in a semi -arid area
(1994)
Nitrogen fertilizers have assumed a prominent role in
the cultivation of maize especially in pure stands in Kenya.
However, knowledge on N utilization in the maize - legume
cropping systems which are commonly used in ...
Agroforestry tree mulches: effects on runoff, soil loss, soil physical properties and maize performance on a lixisol in a semi arid area of Machakos, Kenya
(1996)
The effects of mulch from the foliage of Grevillea robusta, Cassia siamea and
Gliricidia septum on selected soil physical properties, runoff, soil erosion and
maize performance on a lixisol in Machakos, a semi arid area ...
Adoption of soil fertility management technologies in the semi-arid areas of Kenya: the case of Machakos, Makueni and Kitui Districts'
(2005-04)
Agriculture is the main economic sector in Kenya and contributes significantly to national
development. For the sector to play this centra! role in a sustainable way, rapid growth in
output and productivity is critical. ...