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Effect of Bismuth Subnitrate Teat Canal Sealant with Ampicillin-Cloxacillin Combination in Control of Bovine Mastitis in Selected Farms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020-07)
This study presents the results of effect of a combination of bismuth subnitrate teat canal sealant (Boviseal® -Bimeda® Animal Health, Ireland) and the antibiotic Ampicillin & Cloxacillin (Bovaclox® DC-Norbrook Laboratories ...
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 ...
First report of Ethiopian tobacco bushy top virus and its associated satellite RNA infecting common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in Zambia
(University of Nairobi, 2020)
During surveys for common bean viruses in Central Province of Zambia in April 2018, symptoms of bushy top, deep green curled branches and patchy leaf chlorosis were observed on five plants in a 2-ha farmer's field. Total ...
Efficacy of Hexanal Application on the Post-harvest Shelf Life and Quality of Banana Fruits (Musa Acuminata) in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
The study was conducted to determine the efficacy of hexanal applied either as
pre-harvest spray or post-harvest dip in enhancing the shelf life of banana var.
Grand Nain. The study was done in Meru County (high potential ...
Evaluation of African Tomato Landraces (Solanum Lycopersicum) Basedon Morphological and Horticultural Traits
(University of Nairobi, 2018)
Crop landraces represent a reservoir of genetic diversity; hence understanding and
utilizing the genetic variation in tomato accessions are essential for improving the
crop. The objective of this study was to characterize ...
Partnerships for sustainable cities as options for improving solid waste management in Nairobi city
(Sage, 2021-01)
Partnerships as enshrined in policies are vital for achieving sustainable cities under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Indeed the SDGs recognize the importance of partnerships in solid waste management (SWM) as ...
A remarkable rodent: Regeneration and reproduction in spiny mice (Acomys)
(University of Nairobi, 2022-02)
Although certain organisms are chosen and employed to better understand a specific problem in biology (so-called model organisms), sometimes an animal model reveals its' biomedical importance by happenstance. In many ways, ...
Comparison of Technical Efficiency and Technology Gaps Between Contracted and Non-contracted Vegetable Farmers in Western Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)
Contract farming is an innovative institutional arrangement with potential benefits to the livelihood of value chain actors................................................................................................. ...
The Contribution of Extensive Chicken Production Systems and Practices to Newcastle Disease Outbreaks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)
Newcastle disease (ND) poses a challenge especially for farmers rearing indigenous chicken under the extensive system. This is due to the lack of uniformity in practices, favoring the introduction and spread of the disease. ...