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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, ... -
PROFILE OF SALMONELLA TYPHIMURIUM AT KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL NAIROBI, KENYA
(University of Nairobi, 1991)Salmonella typhimurium infections at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) are being isolated more frequently than Salmonella typhi. There has been a persistent rise in the isolation of S.typhimurium from blood, stools and ... -
The profitability of small scale pig farmers in Nyeri District Kenya 1977-1978
(Plant Science & Crop Protection, University of Nairobi, 1980)The subject matter of this study is the actual and potential profitability of small-scale pig farms in Nyeri District. Two aspects are therefore analysed - the positive and normative. Firstly an attempt is rnade to ... -
Progressive Effects Of Prosopis Juliflora (S.w.) (Dc) On Grazing Natural Pasture And Browse Plants In Baringo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)Prosopis juliflora, a fast spreading and coppicing tree, was introduced in Kenya in 1973 to rehabilitate the degraded lands. The trees quickly replaced the natural grazing grasses, sedges, forbs and browse plants important ... -
Progressive Effects Of Prosopis Juliflora (S.w.) (Dc) On Grazing Natural Pasture And Browse Plants In Baringo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)Prosopis juliflora, a fast spreading and coppicing tree, was introduced in Kenya in 1973 to rehabilitate the degraded lands. The trees quickly replaced the natural grazing grasses, sedges, forbs and browse plants important ... -
Prophylactic Efficacy of Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extracts Against Liver Injury Induced by Artesunate-amodiaquine Antimalarial Combination
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease caused by plasmodium falciparum parasites. It is treated using antimalarial agents. In malaria endemic countries such as Kenya, self-medication with antimalarial agents is rife. This ... -
The protein and caloric values and the microbiological quality of street foods in Dar-es-salaam Tanzania
(University of NairobiDepartment of Food and Nutrition Technology, 1996)Between November, 1992 and March, 1993, a cross-sectional survey on sanitary quality, protein and caloric values of street foods, was carried out in industrial areas of Dar-es- Salaam, Tanzania. The purpose of the study ... -
Provision and perceptions on nutrition education for people with HIV/AIDS, at the public comprehensive care clinics: a study of Nairobi district clinics in Kenya
(Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology, University of Nairobi, 2009-08)As early as 2003, The Greater Horn of Africa Capacity Development Initiative in Nutrition had already identified nutrition in HIV/AIDS as an area of capacity development urgently needing attention. The Government of Kenya ... -
Pseudomonas bulb rot of ornithogalum spp. : etiology, survival and dissemination
(University of NairobiDepartment of Agriculture, 1993)The bulb-rot disease of Ornithogalum in Kenya was characterized by necrosis of the leaves which spread into the bulbs. Two common bacterial isolates were obtained from the diseased tissues. The cultures were designated ... -
Psychological Outcomes of Current Infant Feeding Dilemma for HIV-Infected Mothers
(University of NairobiDepertment of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology, 2008)Infant feeding (IF) in the context of HIV is challenged by the potential and cumulative risk of MTCT of HIV through breastfeeding (BF), and the risks associated with replacement feeding (RF). The human rights approach ... -
Purification and partial characterization of an echinococcus granulosus antigen and its application in serodiagnosis of hydatidosis in •livestock and man.
(Department of Public Health, pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Nairobi, 1987)Various Echinococcus granulosus antigens obtained from hydatid cyst fluid have been applied by several research workers in diagnosis of livestock and human hydatidosis using a variety of serological tests. These tests, ... -
Quality Characteristics and Consumer Exposure to Sulphur Dioxide From Fruit-based Nonalcoholic Beverages Commercially Traded in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2022)A diversity of fruit based non- alcoholic beverages, locally produced, and imported are sold and consumed in Kenya. The choice preservative for these beverages is Sulphur dioxide, making it one of the potential causes of ... -
Quality Factors Affecting the Value of Beef in Kenya: An Assessrnent of Relevant Attributes and Altemate Methodologies
(1997)In order to idem% and estimate the implicit values of quality attributes of Kenyan beef, revealed preference data on carcass prices and attributes and experimental choice data on butchers' contingent behaviour are collected ... -
Quality of Bean Seed Produced Under Informal Seed System and It’s Effect on Crop Performance in Western Kenya
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Quality of cowpea seed used by farmers in Makueni and Taita Taveta Counties and its effect on crop performance
(University of Nairobi, 2018)It is estimated that 80% of the farmers in Africa use seeds from the informal seed system that are of unknown quality. Contamination of such seeds with impurities and disease causing pathogens is common leading to reduced ... -
Quality of farm saved maize (zea mays l.) seeds in Busia County and its effect on intensity of foliage diseases
(2018)Farmer saved seed consists of inappropriate varieties, infected seeds of poor germination potential resulting in low seedling vigor, crop stand and high incidence of diseases leading to poor yield. The study was conducted ... -
Quality of fermented porridge and its effect on nutritional status of malnourished children attending maternal child health clinic in Thika district hospital
(Department of Food and Nutrition Technology, 2010)A study was carried out to evaluate the effect of feeding malnourished children with fermented amaranth-finger millet- pumpkin composite porridge (FP) on their nutritional, vitamin A, zinc and iron status. The feeding ... -
Quality of Lake Victoria Nile Perch (Lates niloticus) at the Landing Facility as a
(Department of Food Technology and Nutrition, 2004)The quality of landed Nile perch (fates niloticus) in Lake Victoria was investigated within two months of a preliminary survey and five months of the main study. The main objective was to establish the extent of contamination ...