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Nutrition care practices and risk factors for malnutrition among patients in Embu level five hospital in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)
Nutrition care is an important determinant in patients’ nutrition, health outcome and
adequate nutrition is required for patients to improve and maintain their health. Health
care providers have a role in ensuring patient ...
The effect of ICT on youth participation in the production of pigeon pea: the case of Muka sub county,Makueni county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-05)
The study evaluated the effect of Information Communication Technology (ICT) in
increasing youth participation in production of Pigeon Pea; determined to what
extent the youth use communication channels that are used to ...
Occurrence of Q Fever at the Wildlife-livestock Interface of Amboseli Ecosystem, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)
Q fever is an important zoonotic disease caused by Coxiella burnetii which is an obligate intracellular bacterium. Domestic ruminants, mainly goats and sheep, are the main source of Q fever outbreaks in humans. Very scant ...
Assessing the competitiveness of rice production in Mwea irrigation scheme in Kenya: a policy analysis matrix (PAM) approach
(University of Nairobi, 2010)
This study aimed at comparing the costs of inputs and value of outputs in rice production
systems at both local and world markets. This facilitated to assess the profitability of
producing rice in Mwea Irrigation Scheme ...
Evaluation of commercial potato crisps processing in Kenya: characteristics of the market and industry, and suitability of the local cultivars for processing
(University of Nairobi, 2011)
Potato crisps are increasingly becoming important as a snack food in Kenya. However
the processing industry is faced with several constraints, the main one of which is lack of
adequate quality raw potatoes. The objective ...
Enhancing phosphorous release from minjingu rock phosphate through integration of legumes in maize based cropping systems of Kabete, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-07)
Nutrient mining through harvested products, without adequate replenishment, has reduced soil
nutrient stocks and maize yields in Kabete, Kenya. The use of inorganic fertilizers to replenish
soil fertility is expensive ...
Assessment Of Information And Communication Tools (Icts) Used In The Diffusion Of Agricultural Innovations: A Case Study Of Cassava Production In Msambweni, Kwale County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
In the coastal lowlands of Kenya, cassava is the second most important staple crop after maize.
However, its productivity in the region is low due to various reasons which include the use of
traditional low yielding ...
Assessment Of Adoption And Impact Of Rainwater Harvesting Technologies On Rural Farm Household Income: The Case Of Rainwater Harvesting Ponds In Rwanda
(University of Nairobi., 2012-10)
Rainwater harvesting is increasingly seen as a strategy for enhancing agricultural productivity
and boosting farm income in many drought prone areas. While extensive efforts are going on in
constructing and providing ...
Effect of fish oil Omega-3 fatty acids on reduction of depressive symptoms among HIV-seropositive pregnant women
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Background: Depression in HIV-infected pregnant women is a public health problem
due to its negative effects on both maternal and child health, and, on adherence to
HIV/AIDS medication regimens. Evidences suggest that ...
Modelling Nutrient Dynamics And Yield Of Finger Millet (eleusine Coracana) In Semi Arid Eastern Kenya, Using The Agricultural Production Systems Simulator Model (APSIM)
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The Arid and semi-arid regions (ASALs) are characterized by declining soil fertility, high
temperatures, low and erratic rainfall resulting in low crop production and food insecurity; a
scenario worsened by abandonment ...