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Quality protein maize for the feed industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi., 2010)
Quality protein maize (QPM) has increased levels of lysine and tryptophan, limiting amino acids for monogastric animals, so its use in animal feed reduces the need for more expensive high-protein sources. The authors, ...
Effect of social capital on performance of smallholder farmer organizations in Western Kenya
(2010)
Development literature has recently promoted the use of producer organizations in linking farmers to better-paying
commodity markets. However, empirical studies find mixed performance of such organizations. This study ...
Rural Livelihood Diversification Strategies in Nepal
(Wiley, 2014)
This article constructs a rural livelihood strategy using the Nepal Living Standard Survey Measurement from 1996 and 2004 and explores the determinants of rural livelihood strategies. This study finds that education, ...
Case Study: Drought in Kenya Safeguarding Livestock and livelihoods
(University of Nairobi, 2013)
No abstract available
Prevalence of aflatoxin contamination in cereals from Nandi county, Kenya
(2015)
Aflatoxins are secondary fungal metabolites that contaminate cereals, other crops and animal
source foods and are a recognized health risk. Kenya has had several outbreaks of aflatoxicosis
affecting humans and pets. The ...
Assessing Sensory Characteristics and Consumer Preference of Legume-Cereal-Root Based Porridges in Nandi County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Previously, porridge has been cereal based, consumed as a beverage or weaning food. Malnutrition among children has necessitated inclusion of legumes and roots in an effort to boost nutrient density. Therefore, the current ...
Seroprevalence of antibodies for bovine viral diarrhoea virus, Brucella abortus and Neospora caninum, and their roles in the incidence of abortion/foetal loss in dairy cattle herds in Nakuru District, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
BACKGROUND:
No comprehensive studies have been carried out on the infectious causes of abortion in Kenyan dairy cattle herds. A survey was carried out to determine the seroprevalence of antibodies against Bovine Viral ...
Influence of Coating Application Methods on the Postharvest Quality of Cassava.
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Various modes of edible coating application vary in their coat dispersion and film formation, hence the need to determine the most effective mode of application for cassava. Edible surface coatings have been found to be ...
Effect of Time after Incorporation of Lablab Green Manure on Root Rot Pathogens and Establishment of Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
Green manure incorporation is important for restoration of soil quality, particularly buildup of organic matter and supply of nutrients to plants. However, undecomposed plant residues reduce crop establishment and plant ...