Faculty of Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine (FAg / FVM): Recent submissions
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Agronomic performance of cassava half-sib progenies and the inheritance of resistance to cassava diseases and pests
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The damage caused by cassava diseases has been on the rise in Africa in recent years. Most farmers obtain planting materials from their own fields or neighbours consequently enhancing the spread of the disease. The most ... -
Potential use of Kenyan Entomopathogenic Nematodes and Neem (Azadirachta indica) for the Sustainable Management of Tomato Leaf Miner (Tuta absoluta)
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The tomato leaf miner, Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) was reported in Kenya in 2014 and has become a devastating pest of tomato crop in both the field and in the greenhouse. The objectives of this study ... -
Influence of grazing management practices on vegetation composition, soil organic carbon and greenhouse gas emissions in semi arid grasslands of Makueni County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Rangeland degradation threatens the productivity of rangelands, soil organic carbon storage and offset of greenhouse gasses. A key component for sustaining production in rangeland ecosystems is the maintenance of soil ... -
Integrated strategies for management of liriomyza spp (diptera: agromyzidae) on basil (ocimum basilicum)
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Kenya exports basil and other fresh produce to the European Union commanding about 35% of the total market share. Export of basil has constantly been under threat due to interceptions resulting from various live stages of ... -
Spatial distribution and knowledge, attitude and practices of anthrax among pastoralists in Wajir, Isiolo and Marsabit counties, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Anthrax is an important zoonotic disease in Kenya causing high morbidity and mortality in both human, wild life and livestock. It is endemic and was reported in many parts of the country and periods outbreaks occur in Arid ... -
Determination of efficacy of bio-fertilizer from bio-gas digesters for regeneration of soils
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Life on earth cannot be sustained without food and people have to employ all known tactics to improve food production. Farmers generally use inorganic fertilizers and compost manure for the improvement in food production. ... -
Effects of moringa oleifera leaf meal diets on growth performance, haematology and histopathology of key body organs in growing pigs
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study was designed to determine the effects of inclusion, at varying levels of Moringa oleifera leaf meal (MOLM) in growing pig diets on voluntary daily feed intakes, growth performance, carcass quality, haematology, ... -
Hygienic design of equipment and hygiene practices of processors among the micro and small enterprises in the soft drink industry: case of Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)A number of food borne disease outbreaks globally are associated with biofilms, which is considered an emergent public health concern. Biofilms have become a problem within food industries as it causes surfaces inhabited ... -
Prevalence, risk factors and antimicrobial resistance of escherichia coli pathotypes isolated from livestock and rats in slums areas of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)E. coli is a facultative aerobic commensal microflora in livestock and human. Its detrimental effects in human and animal has attracted the most research interest. The current study was conducted to determine the antimicrobial ... -
Determining the role of seed and soil in the transmission of viruses causing maize lethal necrosis disease
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Maize is an important food crop in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and is consumed by over 90% of Kenyan people. The outbreak of Maize lethal necrosis (MLN) disease in Kenya in 2011 resulted in drastic reduction in maize ... -
An evaluation of knowledge, perceptions and socio-economic aspects of Q-fever infection in a pastoralist system of Kajiado County, in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Q fever is a zoonotic disease caused by Coxiella burnetii which poses a substantial public health concern. The disease has potential to cause detrimental effect on human health and results to substantial economic losses ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices on waste management in selected secondary schools in Westlands Sub-County, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The population of Nairobi has continued to increase from initial 8,000 people in 1901 to around 3.8 million people by 2015. The increased population has triggered a rise in student enrolnment which has subsequently led ... -
Risk factors associated with subclinical mastitis and bacterial contamination of cow milk along the market chain, and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of the isolates in Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2018)ilk is important as a valuable diet, but due to its nutritional value it serves as an ideal medium for development of various microorganisms under suitable conditions, hence it can be a potential source of zoonotic pathogens. ... -
Effect of stimulants on immune response to local and imported infectious bursal disease vaccines in indigenous chicken in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Imported live attenuated infectious bursal disease (IBD) vaccines have been linked to vaccine failures in layers and broilers and associated with immune suppression, and sub-optimal immune responses. In addition, there is ... -
Enhancing climate change adaptation through utilisation of social and environmental opportunities for agro pastoral communities of Kieni in Nyeri County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Climate variability and change pose challenging negative impacts to the livelihood systems of the agropastoral communities in Kieni. However, despite the challenges, climate variability and change do present numerous ... -
Contribution of sweetpotatoes to nutrient adequacy in diets of children 6-59 months in Trans-Mara east sub-county, Narok county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Sweetpotato versatility, drought tolerance, resistance to diseases and its great contribution to food security makes it an important staple food in the developing countries. Poor soil productivity, insufficient soil moisture, ... -
Determinants of adoption and management of biogas in Kiambu county
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Biogas is an important source of green energy and the growth of its production in Kenya is mainly supported by co-digestion of manure. Economic and institutional factors have been identified to affect the success of the ... -
Assessment of the effectiveness of anti-rabies vaccination of dogs in Kigali city, Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In Rwanda, dogs receive annual rabies vaccination but it is not known whether vaccinated dogs respond well to rabies vaccines. A cross-sectional study was conducted to assess the effectiveness of anti-rabies vaccination ... -
Perceptions and knowledge on land use and land cover changes and impact on resources and livelihoods in Nguruman Sub-catchment, Kajiado County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Sustainable management of the natural resources requires critical understanding of the dynamics of land use and land cover change (LULCC). Nguruman sub-catchment in the northern part of Kajiado County has experienced rapid ... -
Potato-Legume Intercrop Effects on Water and Nutrients Use Efficiency, Crop Productivity and Soil Fertility in a Humic Nitisol, Kenya
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 2018)Integration of legumes into potato-based cropping systems is a common practice in developing countries presumably as a water and nutrient management strategy. This study was conducted to assess the effect of incorporating ...