Faculty of Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine (FAg / FVM): Recent submissions
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Simulating Maize (Zea Mays L.) Performance Using Aquacrop Model Under Varying Irrigation Schedules and Water Depletion Levels in Bura Irrigation Scheme, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Supplemental irrigation is an important practice in sustaining soil moisture for optimal crop yield especially in ASAL regions, where during the growing season, potential evapotranspiration exceeds precipitation and the ... -
Determinants of Membership and Benefits of Participation in Pyrethrum Cooperatives in Musanze District, Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2019)For many years, pyrethrum in Rwanda has been among the top cash crops that earn significant foreign exchange for the country. Farmers grow subsistence crops for their own food needs and rely on pyrethrum as the cash crop ... -
Analysis of Integration of Sorghum Markets in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This study evaluated the integration of sorghum markets in Kenya using a cointegration approach. Bimonthly wholesale prices for sorghum for five major markets; Kalundu Market (Kitui County), Soko Posta Market (Busia County), ... -
Microbial Risk Assessment of Street Vended Poultry Products in the Informal Settlements of Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)With the increasing urbanization, street vended foods (SVF) have become popular in the developing countries especially in the areas of low-income status such as the informal settlements. In as much as SVF contributes ... -
Analysis Of Welfare Indicators For Chickens In Large Scale Contract And Non-Contract Broiler Farms In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE) defines animal welfare as the physical and mental wellbeing of an animal, its ability to perform innate or species-specific behaviour in relation to the conditions in which it ... -
Adoption Of Embryo Transfer In Kenya And Its Improvement Through Use Of Optimal FSH Dosage During Superovulation
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Agriculture is a key sector in national development contributing 32% of the gross domestic product (GDP) in Kenya. The livestock sub sector accounts for 37% of the agricultural GDP equivalent to 12% of the national GDP ... -
Effects Of Optimal And Sub-Optimal Feeding On Apparent Digestibility, Nitrogen Balance And Methane Emission In Boran Steers Fed Rhodes Grass Hay
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The objective of this study was to determine effects of optimal and suboptimal feed intakes on apparent digestibility, nitrogen balance and methane emissions in Boran steers fed Rhodes grass hay. The study was carried out ... -
Knowledge Sharing For Research In Academic Institutions In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The study assessed knowledge sharing for research in academic institutions in Kenya with Strathmore University as the case study. This study incorporated qualitative and quantitative elements. Population consisted of ... -
Nutrient Management Options For Improving Growth, Yield And Quality Of Snap Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.) In Embu County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Low soil fertility, especially deficiencies in nitrogen and phosphorous, is one of the key constraints to snap bean production in Kenya. An on farm trial was carried out in Karungua village in Kawanjara Sub-location, ... -
Nutrition Knowledge, Dietary Practices And Nutrition Status Of Secondary School Adolescents (13-18 Years) In Ruiru Sub County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Adolescence is a vulnerable stage of life characterized by rapid growth and development and increased nutrients requirement. Good nutrition is important in promoting health and is dependent on appropriate dietary practices. ... -
Analysis Of Profitability And Determinants Of Adoption And Disadoption Of Cage Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus) Farming In Southern Ghana
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Ghana’s national annual fish deficit was 550,000 tons in 2018 leading to persistent increase in fish importation due to decline in capture fisheries. Adoption of aquaculture technologies has the potential to improve fish ... -
Analysis of the Effects of Fertilizer Subsidies on Crop Diversification and Income and Their Implications for Diet Quality in the Upper West Region of Ghana
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Despite the contribution of the Ghana’s Fertilizer Subsidy Program (GFSP) to increased food production, diets, especially of rural households, are still poor: lacking diversity and essential nutrients. Pro-staple strategies ... -
Assessment Of Household Food Consumption Trends And Demand In The Democratic Republic Of Congo
(University of Nairobi, 2019)All member countries of the United Nations are committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goal 2 “zero hunger”. Compared to other regions, Africa has seen little progress regarding the reduction of the prevalence ... -
Onion (Allium Cepa L.) Growth, Yield And Storability As Influenced By Rate And Time Of Nitrogen Application
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Onion (Allium cepa L.) is an important commercial vegetable crop grown by small-holder farmers in Kenya, for both local and export markets. National average production is low and quality highly compromised due to use of ... -
Effects Of Social Networks On Household Food Consumption Among Smallholder Farmers In Kisii And Nyamira Counties, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Malnutrition is a major burden worldwide. One strategy for curbing malnutrition is through food and nutrition policies that promote both sufficient calorie intake and dietary diversity. However, effects of shocks and lack ... -
Influence Of Size And Crop Variety Of Kitchen Gardens On Dietary Diversity And Micronutrient Adequacy Among Women Of Reproductive Age In Kericho County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Kitchen gardening promotes food availability and impact on dietary patterns of individuals. Women of reproductive age (WRA) are highly vulnerable to micronutrient deficiencies due to their reproductive role. Dietary ... -
Evaluation Of The Available Cross-Border Phytosanitary Measures For The Control Of Maize Pests In Malawi
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Pests cause significant losses in maize worldwide and are barriers to the achievement of global food security. Cross-border agricultural trade is ranked as a major factor that places maize at risk as it creates pathways ... -
Determinants Of Agro-Pastoralists’ Participation In Emerging Land Markets And Its Effects On Livelihoods In Laikipia And West Pokot Counties, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Pastoral lands have been facing turbulent transitions over time. They have become subject to encroachment and shifts in tenure, resulting in loss of the rangelands, induced sedentarization, a radical reduction in livestock ... -
Allelopathic Interactive Effects Of Rice, Cymbopogon, Desmodium, Mucuna And Maize In Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Rice is a major food and cash crop under various mixed cropping systems in Uganda. Rice and some intercrops exhibit allelopathic properties and productivity is on the decline yet little is known about the causes of ...