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Tracing Innovation Pathways in the Management of Natural and Social Capital on Laikipia Maasai Group Ranches, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)
Group ranches (GRs) were established in Kenya in the 1960s and 1970s; their objectives included the increase of pastoral land productivity and the control of land degradation. Since their establishment, GRs have evolved ...
Livestock herd structures and dynamics in Garissa County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
In Kenya’s Northeastern Province, pastoralism is the main livestock production system and means of livelihood. However, pastoralists are facing increasing risks such as drought, insecurity, animal diseases, increasing human ...
Evaluation of nutrient content in red kidney beans, amaranth leaves, sweet potato roots and carrots Cultivated in Rwanda
(ajfand, 2012-05)
No data exist on the nutrient composition of some important Rwandan staples. The aim of this study was to evaluate the nutrient content of red kidney beans, sweet potato roots, amaranth leaves and carrot roots. About 6 kg ...
An assessment of Maize farmers’ preferences for crop insurance features in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)
Agricultural risk management is very important in protecting farmers against the vagaries of
weather. The initial stage in risk management is the identification of the perceived risk followed by
application of various ...
Experimental evaluation of beef drying kinetics in a solar tunnel dryer
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
This study focused on the experimental analysis on drying kinetics of beef in a solar tunnel dryer. During the drying process the parameters of drying air were monitored. Experimental drying curves were then determined. ...
Status and process analysis of koche, a traditional pastoral meat product in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Meat is an important dietary component of the pastoral communities living in marginalized regions of Kenya.
Indigenous meat processing, in particular koche processing, plays a significant role in the economic and social ...
Effect Of Temperature On Desorption Isotherms For Beef
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Desorption isotherms of beef were determined by the standard static gravimetric technique, based on the
use of saturated salt solutions with water activities from 0.05 to 0.9. Equilibrium moisture content of
each sample ...
Consumers’ awareness of the presence of pathogenic bacteria and pesticide residues on tomatoes sold in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Tomato consumed worldwide for its vitamins and bioactive elements can harbor postharvest bacteria and pesticide residues. A cross-sectional survey using a semi-structured questionnaire was done in 101 households in Kangemi ...
Diversity and economic importance of viral diseases of pepper (Capsicum spp.) in Eastern Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Pepper (Capsicum spp.) is an important vegetable crop in the Eastern Africa region where it is grown mainly by small-scale farmers.
However, productivity of the crop is limited by many abiotic and biotic constraints. The ...
Anaemia Among Breastfeeding Infants (0-6 Months) And Associated Factors In A Low Income Urban Setting Of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Controversies surrounding exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life and
the risk of developing anaemia exist. Studies worldwide have indicated uncertainties on
the way forward given the World Health ...