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Agroforestry tree mulches: effects on runoff, soil loss, soil physical properties and maize performance on a lixisol in a semi arid area of Machakos, Kenya
(Department of Agricultural Engineering, University of Nairobi, 1996)The effects of mulch from the foliage of Grevillea robusta, Cassia siamea and Gliricidia septum on selected soil physical properties, runoff, soil erosion and maize performance on a lixisol in Machakos, a semi arid area ... -
Agronomic and economic analysis of Minimum and Convectional Tillage in Maize growing in Kenya
(University of NairobiFaculty Of Agriculture, 1988)Farmers spend a lot of time every year in Kenya in seed-bed preparation and weeding for maize. Late planting and poor weed control are among the major causes leading to low grain yields in many small-scale farms This study ... -
An agronomic evaluation of potato/maize and potato/beans intercrops
(Department of Crop Science, University of Nairobi, 1987)The yields of a potato/maize and potato/bean intercrops, in which the maize and bean planting patterns were modified, were evaluated in the short and long rainy seasons of 1984-85 respectively. The study included two potato ... -
Agronomic performance of cassava half-sib progenies and the inheritance of resistance to cassava diseases and pests
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The damage caused by cassava diseases has been on the rise in Africa in recent years. Most farmers obtain planting materials from their own fields or neighbours consequently enhancing the spread of the disease. The most ... -
Agronomic practices and postharvest management of anthracnose in avocado
(University of NairobiDepartment of Agricultural Resource Management, 2009)Avocado is a valued fruit in the Kenyan horticultural industry for local and export market and it contributes about 17% of the horticulture's foreign exchange earnings in Kenya. In spite of this, diseases and poor quality ... -
Agronomic practices for nitrogen fixation in alfalfa seed production and the establishment year
(Department of Plant Science, The University of Manitoba, 1994)Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) seed production in western Canada involves establishing the crop during the first year and harvesting seed during the subsequent years. Therefore, seed production has been restricted almost ... -
Alkali treatment of maize cobs and maize stover to improve their nutritive value
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Allelopathic Interactive Effects Of Rice, Cymbopogon, Desmodium, Mucuna And Maize In Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Rice is a major food and cash crop under various mixed cropping systems in Uganda. Rice and some intercrops exhibit allelopathic properties and productivity is on the decline yet little is known about the causes of ... -
Alternative dispute resolution methods and the management of Human-Wildlife Conflict: the case of Arabukosokoke Forest Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study dealt with alternative dispute resolution methods in managing Human Wildlife Conflicts: The case of Arabuko Sokoke Forest Kenya.The area has had frequent human-wildlife conflicts which have led to destruction of ... -
Alternatives for infants born HIV- infected mothers in infant feeding practices and potential breastmilk Homa-Bay District
(Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Technology, University of Nairobi, 2002-10)Huge amount of work has been done on HIV/AIDS including on MTCT, but there still remains a dearth of information in areas related to appropriate feeding for infants of mothers infected with HIV. Some suggested infant ... -
Aluminium species in soil solution and their effects on Rhizobium inoculation and root growth of field beans (phaseolus vulgaris L.) cv "rosecoco"
(Soil Science, Universoty of Nairobi, 1975)Nutrient solution experiments were conducted in l a greenhouse to determine the effect of aluminium and i pH on root growth and Rh i 20b i urn inoculation of field beans (Phaseo1 us vulgaris L. > cv "Roseco.o". Nutrient ... -
Ambient Drying of Maize
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Amelioration of the most limiting plant nutrients in the soils of central Kenyan highlands, Kiambu district.
(University of NairobiDepartment of Crop Science, 2002)Farmers in the Central Kenyan Highlands are aware of the consequences of nutrient depletion and practice complex integrated nutrient management strategies such as addition of organic and inorganic fertilizers, soil erosion ... -
Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Acute Oral Toxicity and Phytochemical Study of Maerua Triphylla a. Rich. (Capparidaceae)
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and opioids are used in the management of inflammation and pain. However, the use of these drugs is limited by cost, adverse effects, and the reappearance ... -
Analysis of 'staygreen' characteristics associated with drought tolerance in cassava (manihot esculenta crantz) under greenhouse conditions
(Department of plant science and crop protection, 2009)Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) ranks as the fourth most important staple food cultivated and consumed mainly in the tropics and other developing countries. The crop yields well in areas with uncertain rainfall patterns ... -
Analysis of access to and utilization of Macadamia nut Information along the value chain in Central Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2020)Macadamia nut (M. integrifolia and M. tetraphylla) is a world finest desert nut that accounts for 1% of global tree nut production. It is a highly valued crop with a high market demand due to its nutrition content and ... -
An analysis of agricultural credit markets in Vihiga Division of Kakamega District, Kenya
(Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Nairobi, Kenya, 1990)This study was carried out in Vihiga Division of Kakamega District in Kenya. The study analysed the Cr~edi t markets facing the smallscale farmers in the The purpose of this study was to examine the the limited use of ... -
Analysis of agricultural information in accessing And utilizing crop insurance information: the case of Maize production in Bungoma
(University of Nairobi, 2013)ABSTRACT In the absence of formal risk management mechanisms, most small scale farmers self insure against crop losses resulting from pest and disease attack or drought by employing informal risk management mechanisms, ... -
Analysis of catechins in ten clones of East African Tea
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Analysis of Charcoal Value Chain in Semi-arid Central Pokot Sub County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Pastoral and agro-pastoral communities in the drylands of Kenya are faced with many challenges dominant of them being recurrent and prolonged droughts which have triggered a number of responses aimed at enhancing the ...