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Factors affecting the nutrition status of the Pokot and the Tugen elderly in the drought prone areas of Baringo district
(University of Nairobi, 2004)
A cross-sectional study was conducted between January and March 2001 to assess the risk
factors to nutritional vulnerability of elderly people. I n this context, the "elders" are defined
as people with 55 years and over. ...
The effect of the national agriculture and livestock extension program (Nalep) interventions on the farm output in Kirinyaga district, central province
(University of Nairobi, 2004)
The study seeks to establish the effect of the National
Agriculture and Livestock Extension Program (NALEP) phase I
interventions towards improving farm output in Kirinyaga
District. Two focal areas, Nduini, Rwaithanga ...
The influence of age, preparation methods and storage on the nutritional value of two Traditional Kenyan leafy vegetables common in Western Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2004)
A household survey was carried out in Luanda division of Vihiga district to establish the extent of
production, time taken before first harvest and the common cooking methods of two traditional
vegetables; Cleome gynandra ...
The Effects of Prosopis julifora (DC) Hyne and Acacia tortilis (Forsk) Trees on Understorey Plant Species and Soil Properties on Njemps Flats, Baringo District, Kenya
(2004-01)
The effects of Prosopis juliflora (exotic species) and Acacia tortilis (indigenous
species) trees on soil properties and understorey herbaceous plant species
production were investigated on the Njemps flats, Baringo ...
The effect of using animal traction on farm efficiency and household labour allocation on smallholder farms in Kenya: a case of Kirinyaga district.
(2004)
The continued sub-division of land due to population pressure coupled with
traditional inheritance patterns has led to an accelerated decrease in individual
land holdings. The small-scale farm will therefore remain the ...
Participatory assessment of livestock marketing in Loima division, Turkana District, Kenya
(2004)
A participatory study was conducted in Loima Division of Turkana District, Kenya, to
assess livestock marketing. It was aimed at generating information that could be used in
redesigning or modifying plans for viable ...
An economic analysis of Rice production in Mwea irrigation scheme
(2004)
This study aimed at comparing the economics of rice production for two
different groups of farmers in Mwea Irrigation Scheme (MIS). One group is
under the management of Mwea Multi-Purpose Rice Growers (MMRG) and
grows ...
Factors associated with dietary iron intake and prevalence of anaemia among women aged 15-45 years in Garissa District, Kenya
(2004)
A cross sectional study with an analytical component was conducted in Garissa district to
identify the effect of some important factors associated with anaemia among women of
childbearing age (15-45 years) in Garissa ...
Factors Associated with Postharvest Deterioration of Sweetpotato (Ipomoea Batatas L.) Roots in Kenya
(University of Nairobi., 2004)
Postharvest deterioration limits the production, marketing and
utilization of sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas L.). This study was conducted to
identify the fungi associated with postharvest deterioration of sweetpotato
roots ...
Nutrient Adequacy Of Porridges Used For Complementary Feeding In Kangemi-Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2004-08)
The main objective of the study was to investigate the nutrient adequacy of porridges used for complementary feeding among children aged 6-24 months in Kangemi. To achieve the objective, the types of porridges consumed, ...