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Evaluation of forages as mineral sources for camels in western Marsabit, Kenya
(South African Society for Animal Science, 2004)
A survey to identify forage mineral sources for settlement-based camels was carried out in the semi-arid rangelands of the southwestern Marsabit district of Kenya during dry and wet periods. The respondents included men ...
Factors contributing to the spatial variability of Katumani soils, Eastern Kenya
(2009)
Higher benefits may be obtained from precision agriculture as a result of improved understanding of the spatial variability of soil fertility under different soil types, vegetation cover and crop management practices. The ...
Organic resources quality and soil fauna: their role on the microbial biomass, decomposition and nutrient release patterns in Kenyan soils
(2006)
Five organic resources commonly used for soil fertility maintenance in large parts of Kenya were selected for litter decay and nutrient mineralization studies that
were conducted in three farms (Machakos, Kabete and ...
The use of Ultrasound in distinguishing complications of the Jugular vein arising from intravenous catheters and injections in horses
(2001)
The ultrasound technique was used to provide both structural and functional information concerning the integrity of the jugular vein, following intravenous infusions and injections. These were performed in the routine ...
Participatory probabilistic assessment of the risk to human health associated with cryptosporidiosis from urban dairying in Dagoretti, Nairobi, Kenya
(2009)
We carried out a participatory risk assessment to estimate the risk (negative consequences and their likelihood) from zoonotic Cryptosporidium originating in dairy
farms in urban Dagoretti, Nairobi to dairy farm households ...
Enumeration and identification of microfiora in suusac, a Kenyan traditional fermented camel milk product
(2005)
The microflora involved in production of suusac, a Kenyan traditional fermented camel milk product, were enumerated and identified. IS samples of traditionally fermented suusac were analysed. Total viable microorganisms, ...
Effects of Mulch and Potato Hilling on Development of Foliar Blight (Phytophthora infestans) and the Control of Tuber Blight Infection
(2008)
Foliar and tuber blight caused by Phytophthora infestans accounts for
significant losses in potatoes in field and storage. Nevertheless, limited research has
been published on the effects of cultural practices on late ...
Market participation by vegetable farmers in Kenya: A comparison of rural and peri-urban areas
(2009-05)
Transformations in agri-food systems provide prospects for improving livelihoods of many farmers
through enhanced participation in commercial agriculture. Indeed, various studies have been
undertaken to establish factors ...
Efficacy of thidiazuron in in vitro propagation of carnation shoot tips: influence of dose and duration of exposure
(2003)
One of the main challenges facing production of good quality cut flowers is the lack of clean planting material especially among resource poor farmers
who resort to multiplying their own propagules with detrimental results. ...
Laboratory and field investigations using indigenous entomopathogenic nematodes for biological control of Plutella xylostella in Kenya
(Taylor and Francis Group, 2008-12)
This study was undertaken to determine the potential utility of entomopathogenic nematodes for management of
diamondback moth (DBM) larvae in Kenya. Five Kenyan EPN isolates, Heterorhabditis indica, Steinernema ...