The main objective of the study was to develop optimal farm plans for irrigation farmers along the Yatta canal who are permitted to irrigate a maXlmum area of 0.5 hectare per growing season. Other objectives of the study ...

The current decline in citrus production in the country is attributed to a great extent to Huanglongbing (HLB) (greening) disease, caused by a phloem limited Liberobacter species belonging to the alpha sub-division of ...

Smallholder farmers in arid and semi-arid parts of Kenya can increase maize yields by growing improved varieties that are available through formal seed markets. Smallholder farmers’ access to improved germplasm, however, ...

This thesis describes a study of the epidemiology and control of rabies in Machakos District of Kenya. The main objectives were: I) to design and implement a community-based, active surveillance programme to estimate ...

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. ...

A study was conducted in Machakos district to determine the importance and performance of different grain legumes in the smallholder farms. A random survey was carried out in different agro-ecological zones to determine ...

Incorporating legume cover crops into the cropping systems and sub soiling/ripping has been used as an alternative method of improving soil fertility, crop yields and minimizing soil erosion problems. The current study ...

A cross sectional study which was descriptive in nature was carried out during the month of September, 2004 among households with children aged 6-59 months in Kiunduani and Itumbule sub-locations of Kibauni location, ...

Women in most rural communities in Africa dominate farm activities in terms of labour supply and management. Overall, Africa's performance in terms of agricultural production and productivity remain inadequate and the ...

Breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices are crucial for optimal growth and development during infancy. Optimal feeding practice in the first year of life is crucial for the survival and health of infants, and ...