Faculty of Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine (FAg / FVM): Recent submissions
Now showing items 961-980 of 3005
-
Bean diseases inoculum in soil and seeds in Nandi county and management of bean root by seed dressing
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The incidence and severity of bean root rot and seed borne disease has continued to increase causing yield losses of up to 70%. The increase is partly due to continuous cropping and use of uncertified farm-saved seeds. ... -
Effect of seasonality of feed resources on dairy cattle production in coastal lowlands of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-08)ABSTRACT In the Coastal Lowlands of Kenya, small-scale integrated crop-livestock system is the dominant form of agricultural production. Feed quantity and quality are inadequate and rarely meets the nutrient demands of ... -
Evaluating The Agronomic Effectiveness Of Human Faecal Compost On Maize Yields, Its Influence On Soil Chemical Properties And Soil Fauna Abundance
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Low soil fertility status has been stated as the main cause of poor crop yields in many sub-Saharan countries. This challenge can be addressed by using cheap and readily available options. One such option is human excreta. ... -
Evaluation Of Rhizobacteria Isolates For Control Of Soil Borne Diseases And Growth Enhancement Of Potato (Solanum Tuberosum)
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Potato is the second most important food crop after maize in Kenya hence it plays an important role in regional food security in the country. Low yields are realized because of lack of certified clean seed potato, poor ... -
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 ... -
Effect of organic and inorganic nitrogen sources on growth, yield and oil content of sunflower grown in highly weathered soils of Morogoro
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Sunflower contributes about 40% of total national cooking oil requirement in Tanzania, ranking as one of the most important cooking oil with very high nutritional value. However, its production per unit area ranges between ... -
An evaluation of effects of exchange rate volatility on Kenya’s French bean exports
(2015)During the period after the adoption of a floating exchange rate regime in Kenya, there has been substantial volatility produced by the regime. In spite of the considerable foreign exchange contribution of Kenya’s French ... -
Linking the social and the spatial in forest related conflicts:the case of Eastern Mau forest adjacent communities, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-08-07)Conflicts over natural resources are increasing in number and severity. This problem has been compounded with the increasing population and scarcities of natural resources in developing countries. Whereas studies have ... -
Evaluation Of The Role Of Mobile Phone Communication In Accessing Market Information By Horticultural Farmers In Kirinyaga County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study sought to evaluate the role of mobile phone communication in accessing market information by horticultural farmers in Mwea Sub County, Kirinyaga County. In this area, horticultural farming is a major livelihood ... -
Antimicrobial activity of Kenyan tea products against salmonella typhimurium and escherichia coliand its potential effect on spoilage microorganisms in meat.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Meat is a highly perishable food due to its highly nutritive value for microbes. It is therefore prone to the growth of various microorganisms which causes adverse health effects as well as food spoilage leading to economic ... -
Pig production systems in central Kenya and the effect of feeding sweet potato silage on performance of grower pigs
(University of Nairobi, 2015) -
Evaluating influence of organic amendments and legume integration on soil chemical properties and crop performance in Central Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Demand for organic foods, especially vegetables has increased tremendously due to reasons such as safety, environmental concerns, flavour and freshness, health benefits and nutritional value. In the current agricultural ... -
Reproductive performance of the Galla and Toggenburg goats and their crosses in Mwingi district, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Goats are an important component of mixed and sustainable livestock and agriculture farming systems in the tropics and form an integral component of the livestock sector in Kenya. Three exotic breeds, the Toggenburg, the ... -
A study on the causes of puppy morbidity and mortality among dog breeding units in Nairobi county and its environs.
(University of Nairobi, 2015) -
Poverty, livelihoods and resilience against food insecurity in pastoral areas of northern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Researchers, policy makers and donors have in the recent past developed great interest in resilience approach as a way of achieving sustainable development of communities. For pastoral communities however, opinion is ... -
An assessment of the transmission of South African maize prices to Botswana markets
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The international prices of most food commodities increased sharply between 2005 and 2008 and continued to rise thereafter. Over this period, international maize prices increased by 80 percent. Since 2008, Botswana, a ... -
Use of cytochrome c oxidase 1 gene in identification of wildlife species: A molecular tool in forensics science
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Conservation of wildlife is important for the sustainable utilization of wildlife resources in any country. Wildlife conservation entails among other measures, the prevention of illegal utilization of wildlife resources. ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
Prevalence of anemia in infants 3-6 months in relation to breastfeeding practises: A case of Mama Lucy Kibaki hospital,Nairobi-Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Although studies have been carried out on breastfeeding and supplementary feeding of infants, so far, little information exist on the relationship between breastfeeding practices and the development of anemia in infants. ...