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Prevalence, intensity and pathology of ecto and haemoparasites infections in indigenous chickens in eastern province of kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment Of Veterinary Pathology, Microbiology & Parasitology Faculty Of Veterinary Medicine, 2009)Indigenous chickens constitute over 81% of poultry in Kenya and produce 71% of eggs and poultry meat. Ecto- and haemoparasites limit production of these birds in the rural areas. However, no previous studies have been ... -
Prevalence, intensity and risk factors of helminths and Haemoparasites infections in pigs in homabay district, Kenya
(Department of Veterinary Pathology, Microbiology & Parasitology Faculty of Veterinary Medicine University of Nairobi, 2010-08)A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the prevalence, intensity and risk factors associated with the transmission of helminths and haemoparasites of pigs in Homabay District, Kenya. A questionnaire survey ... -
Prevalence, risk factors and antimicrobial resistance of escherichia coli pathotypes isolated from livestock and rats in slums areas of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)E. coli is a facultative aerobic commensal microflora in livestock and human. Its detrimental effects in human and animal has attracted the most research interest. The current study was conducted to determine the antimicrobial ... -
Prevalence, Risk Factors and Geospatial Distribution of Giardia Duodenalis Infection in Dogs in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Giardia duodenalis, the causative agent of mammalian giardiasis is a zoonotic parasitic infection that poses a serious public health risk. It is associated with diarrhea or loose stool in man and animals. The dog is as a ... -
The prevalence, risk factors, antibacterial sensitivity and usefulness or petrifllms as a diagnostic tool for bovine mastitis in Mukurwe-ini and greater Nakuru districts, Kenya
(Department of Clinical Studies, University of Nairobi, 2011)An epidemiological study on bovine mastitis was carried out on 241 dairy cows in Mukurwe-ini and greater Nakuru Districts, Kenya, from June 21, 2010 to August 31, 2010. A total of 64 smallholder dairy farms using ... -
Prevalence, Treatment Options And Risk Factors Associated With Rabbit Mange In Central Kenya Veterinary Parasitology)
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Preweaning performance and mortality of camel calves on two commercial ranches in Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of animal production, 1990)Data on 1068 Camel calves covering the years 1977 to 1989 were made available by two privately owned ranches in Kenya; Galana and 01 Maisor, for this study. The aim was to provide some information on camel calf performance ... -
Primary production and standing biomass estimation of Acacia reficiens and a. Senegal on the mountain slopes and Lowlands of Ngurunit region in the arid south-western Marsabit, northern Kenya.
(1994)Two Acacia species (Acacia reficiens and A. Senegal) on two topographic sites (mountain slopes and lowlands) were studied for both standing biomass supported and annual aboveground production. The study was laid out as ... -
Primary productivity dynamics in the Winam Gulf of Lake Victoria
(Faculty of Agriculture, 1986)Primary productivi ty in the Winam Gulf arid the various f actors that are likely to influence it were studied from February, 1986 to May,1987. Surface water temperature varied little among the file sampling stations ... -
Private sector participation in water Management: Malindi water supply case study
(Department of Public Health, pharmacology and Toxicology, 2005-08)Most of the existing water supplies in the urban areas in Kenya are generally poor in terms of technical and financial performance. Service coverage is inadequate, levels of service are low, and in many cases the situation ... -
Problems and issues arising out of the customary law of succession to Land with particular reference to the fragmentation of Land in the Kakamega District
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Process analysis and nutritional quality of porridge composite flours developed from legume-based ingredients grown in Nandi County
(University of Nairobi, 2018)High malnutrition in Nandi County has created the need for utilization of ''nutrient strength''of locally available ingredients in development of a number of multi cereal-legume based composite flour by farmers groups. ... -
The procurement problems of the Passion Fruit Industry of Kenya
(Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 1976)The underlying causes of procurement problems of the passion fruit industry are investigated. Tilebackground of passion fruit production and marketing is examined, including the history of the Kenyan industry. The review ... -
Producer Perceptions, Economic Value and Incentives for Promotion of Potential Geographical Indications in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Product differentiation can be a means to contribute to economic growth and development through increasing rural incomes and thereby enabling agricultural producers to contribute towards sustainable environmental management. ... -
Product and Process Development of Ready to Eat Sorghum-green Gram Cookies Enriched With Mango Powder
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The triple burden of malnutrition is still a major challenge in most developing countries including Kenya. Currently, the increased dependence on convenience foods has contributed an increased consumption of energy-dense ... -
Product Quality Characteristics of Solar Dried Chilli Products
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Chilli is an important commercial crop grown worldwide and used as a condiment, culinary supplement, or vegetable. It's mainly consumed as a dried chilli powder and in other forms such as whole green and red chillies, ... -
Production and reproductive performance of the Kenyan Ayrshire cattle
(Department of Animal Production, 2007)Data consisting of 4475 lactation records of Kenya Ayrshire cattle made from 1980 to 2005 were used to study the genetic and environmental effects on production and reproductive traits. The data were analysed by the least ... -
Production characteristics and constraints of rabbit farming in central, Nairobi and Rift valley provinces, Kenya
(Department of Veterinary Pathology, Microbiology and Parasitology, University of Nairobi, 2011)Rabbit farming is a recognized enterprise in Kenya for livelihood support, hunger and poverty alleviation. This study provides information on Production Characteristics and Constraints of Rabbit Farming in Kenya. The ... -
Production of pineapples for processing and fresh markets in Kenya
(University of NairobiFaculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi, 1991)The pineapple Ananas comosus L. Merr. is a tropical fruit which is grown at altitudes from 100 to over 1800m above sea level with rainfall ranges of 600 to over I500/mm annually. Soils with high murram (high iron or ... -
Production, Utilization and Processing of Kenyan Guavas: Development of Nutrient-enriched Guava Nectars From Local Varieties
(University of Nairobi, 2021)In Kenya, guava (Psidium guajava L.) is a neglected nutrient-dense fruit that grows from randomly dispersed seeds. Despite being highly nutritious, the industrial processing of the fruits is non-existent in the country, ...