Faculty of Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine (FAg / FVM): Recent submissions
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Cognitive-enhancing, Anti-lipid Peroxidation, Qualitative Phytochemistry, and Toxic Effects of the Aqueous Aerial Part Extract of Launaea Cornuta (Hochst. Ex Oliv. And Hiern.)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Currently, there is no cure for dementia and its associated complications like cognitive impairment, and the available medicines only offer symptomatic relief without altering the course of the disease. Conventionally ... -
Compliance to Food Safety Management Systems for Fruits and Vegetable Salads in Fine Dining Hotels in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Compliance to Food Safety Management Systems for Fruits and Vegetable Salads in Fine Dining Hotels in Nairobi County, Kenya -
Response of Selected Green Gram (Vigna Radiata) Varieties to Varying Moisture Regimes and Adaptation to No-tillage With Residue Retention
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Green gram (Vigna radiata L.) is a hard pulse well adapted to marginal areas. Moisture stress is considered the most limiting factor in green gram production resulting to low yields experienced by farmers. With climate ... -
Knowledge, Handling Practices of Consumers, and Microbiological Safety of Processed Milk Products Sold in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Milk products are considered a main source of dietary nutritional requirements for all people of all age groups in Kenya, especially the infants, pregnant women, the sick and the immune compromised individuals, with an aim ... -
Evaluation of Vermicompost-inorganic Fertilizer Combination on Growth, Yield and Quality of Strawberry
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Yield and quality of strawberry is constrained by sub-optimal management of the crop’s nutrient. Strawberry require large quantities of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K), and other nutrients for vigorous growth, ... -
Analysis of Nexus Between Climate Variability, Herd Mobility and Livestock Disease Incidences in the Rangelands of Northern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Arid and semi-arid lands occupy at least one-third of the planet’s land area, while in Africa, they comprise about two-thirds of the continent. These ecosystems are subject to diverse drivers including rainfall variability, ... -
Transmission and Detection of Maize Chlorotic Mottle Virus in Maize Seed
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Maize lethal necrosis (MLN) is an important disease in Kenya and eastern Africa countries causing up to 100% yield losses in farmers field when not controlled. Decrease of production of maize is a threat to food security. ... -
Effect of Fanya Juu Terraces With Varying Ditch Dimensions on Selected Soil Properties and Crop Yields in Semi-arid Eastern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Fanya juu terracing is a soil and water conservation practice used to control erosion and increase agricultural productivity in sloppy and hilly areas. The practice involves digging ditches and throwing the soil uphill ... -
Effect of Newcastle Disease Vaccination on Survival of Indigenous Chicken and Association With Child Nutrition and Growth in Siaya County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Newcastle disease (ND) is a significant factor in chicken deaths worldwide and more so in smallholder flocks resulting in reduced household incomes, food security, and increased risk of malnutrition among rural communities ... -
Adoption of Farm Biosecurity Measures and the Effects on Cost Efficiency of Poultry Farmers in Nyanza, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) –resistance to antibiotics– is among the leading causes of death globally. The rise in AMR is largely attributed to the interaction with livestock and/or consumption of their products. The ... -
Phytochemical Composition, Toxic Effects, and Antimicrobial Activity Studies of Digitaria Abyssinica (a. Rich.) Stapf (Poaceae) Rhizome Extracts Against Selected Uropathogenic Microorganisms
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most severe public health problems that affect over one hundred and fifty million people worldwide annually. They are caused by a wide range of microorganisms where Escherichia ... -
Constraints to Increased Milk Productivity and Coping Mechanisms in Smallholder Farms in Bomet, Nakuru and Nyeri County Milksheds in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The demand for milk and dairy products is rising despite the low milk yield from smallholder dairy animals in Kenya. The aim of this study was to document dairy production system, constraints and coping mechanisms in ... -
Reaction of Rice Germplasm to Blast and Brownspot Under Natural and Controlled Environment in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Kenya has been losing tons of rice yield as a result of blast and brown spot of rice. The germplasm that farmers use is much susceptible to the two rice diseases. The rice breeders on the other hand are doing their best ... -
Genetic Diversity and Resistance to Bacterial Blight Among Kenyan Cassava (Manihot Esculent Crantz) Germplasm
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) has high carbohydrate content and is grown in Africa as an alternative staple crop for food, feed, and bioethanol production. However, the production of cassava encounters limitation due ... -
Designing Navigable Interior Spaces in Affordable Housing for the Visually Impaired in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Universal Design is a guideline that makes all designs usable by all people to the greatest extent possible without need for adaptation, a tool that the government of Kenya chose not to implore when designing ... -
Evaluating Factors Influencing Farmers’ Access and Willingness to Pay for Climate Change Adaptation Information in South-eastern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Currently, the biggest threat to global agricultural productivity is climate change. In order to ensure agricultural production and reduce food poverty, farmers must adapt to this new state. Access to adaptation information ... -
Molecular Epidemiology of Staphylococcus Aureus From Hospital Patients, Hiv Positive and Negative Abattoir Workers and Animals in Busia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Hospitals, Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected outpatient clinics, cattle farms and abattoirs provide environments that promote acquisition and spread of Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), increasing risk of ... -
Assessment of Pollution Reduction in the Tannery Pre-tanning Processes Through the Use of Enzymes
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The process of transforming hides/skins into leather has been categorized as one of the most environmentally detrimental industries globally. Because of elevated pollution levels linked to the leather manufacturing sector, ... -
Effect of Tillage Method and Mulch on Soil Moisture Retention, Crop Growth, Nodulation and Yield of Green Gram in Semi-arid Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Agricultural productivity in arid and semi-arid areas has continued declining due to low unreliable rainfall, declining soil fertility, and poor agronomic practices. This study was conducted with the aim of contributing ... -
Product and Process Development of Ready to Eat Sorghum-green Gram Cookies Enriched With Mango Powder
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The triple burden of malnutrition is still a major challenge in most developing countries including Kenya. Currently, the increased dependence on convenience foods has contributed an increased consumption of energy-dense ...