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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 ...
Current Status of Guava (Psidium Guajava L.) Production, Utilization, Processing and Preservation in Kenya: A Review
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
The guava (Psidium Guajava L.) tree is extensively grown in the tropical and
sub-tropical regions of the world. It is quite resilient, highly productive, has high
economic returns and requires minimal care. The fruit ...
Knowledge and Risk Factors for Foot-and-mouth Disease Among Small-scale Dairy Farmers in an Endemic Setting
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious viral infection of cloven-hoofed animals. In Kenya, the disease is endemic with outbreaks typically occurring throughout the year. A cross-sectional study was undertaken ...
Utilization of croton seed as a possible animal feed: a review
(Online J. Anim. Feed Res, 2019-09)
Croton is one of the largest genera in the Family Euphorbiaceae. Its species are distributed in a wide range of environmental and climatic conditions. The plants have for a long time been exploited for medicinal purposes ...
Biochemical composition of pigeonpea genotypes in Kenya
(Southern Cross Publishers, 2019)
Pigeonpea is an important crop in semi-arid tropics and sub-tropics. The improvement and utilization of this crop in East Africa can enhance food and nutrition security. A study was carried out to examine variation in ...
Genetic inheritance of photoperiod sensitivity in Runner bean (Phaseolus coccineous L.)
(Southern Cross Publishers, 2019)
Lack of information on the mode of inheritance of photoperiod sensitivity is a constraint to genetic improvement of tropically adapted vegetable runner bean. This study was conducted to determine the inheritance of short-day ...
Green Synthesis and Characterization of Highly Stable Silver Nanoparticles from Ethanolic Extracts of Fruits of Annona muricata
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Green synthesis of nanoparticles from plant materials opens a new scope in nanobiotechnology and discourages the use of expensive toxic chemicals. The aim of this study was to develop and optimize a method for the synthesis ...
Modelling surface runoff using the soil conservation service-curve number method in a drought prone agro-ecological zone in Rwanda. International Soil and Water Conservat
(University of Nairobi, 2019)
Runoff farming is reported to improve land productivity and crop yields in hot and dry climates. This study was conducted to assess the available rainwater that can be harvested in a conserved catchment in a drought prone ...