Faculty of Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine (FAg / FVM): Recent submissions
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An assessment of the transmission of South African maize prices to Botswana markets
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The international prices of most food commodities increased sharply between 2005 and 2008 and continued to rise thereafter. Over this period, international maize prices increased by 80 percent. Since 2008, Botswana, a ... -
Use of cytochrome c oxidase 1 gene in identification of wildlife species: A molecular tool in forensics science
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Conservation of wildlife is important for the sustainable utilization of wildlife resources in any country. Wildlife conservation entails among other measures, the prevention of illegal utilization of wildlife resources. ... -
Modelling Nutrient Dynamics And Yield Of Finger Millet (eleusine Coracana) In Semi Arid Eastern Kenya, Using The Agricultural Production Systems Simulator Model (APSIM)
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The Arid and semi-arid regions (ASALs) are characterized by declining soil fertility, high temperatures, low and erratic rainfall resulting in low crop production and food insecurity; a scenario worsened by abandonment ... -
Effect of fish oil Omega-3 fatty acids on reduction of depressive symptoms among HIV-seropositive pregnant women
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: Depression in HIV-infected pregnant women is a public health problem due to its negative effects on both maternal and child health, and, on adherence to HIV/AIDS medication regimens. Evidences suggest that ... -
Prevalence of anemia in infants 3-6 months in relation to breastfeeding practises: A case of Mama Lucy Kibaki hospital,Nairobi-Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Although studies have been carried out on breastfeeding and supplementary feeding of infants, so far, little information exist on the relationship between breastfeeding practices and the development of anemia in infants. ... -
An assessment of mango farmers’ choice of marketing channels in Makueni, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Improving market access for small-holder farmers is important in helping towards raising rural incomes and reducing poverty. The Millennium development goal number one is to eradicate poverty. Most of the poor are small ... -
Prevalence And Risk Factors Associated With Eimeria, Cryptosporidia, Strongyloides, And Giardia Infections In Calves In Smallholder Farms In Mukurwe-ini District, Nyeri County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study was undertaken to describe the prevalence and risk factors associated with occurrence of Eimeria, Cryptosporidia, Strongyloides and Giardia infections in calves in Mukurwe-ini District, Nyeri County. Mukurwe-ini ... -
The Causes And Risk Factors Associated With Morbidity And Mortality In Adult Dogs Among Kennels Within Nairobi County And Its Environs
(University of Nairobi, 2015)A cross sectional study was conducted in 35 dog kennels within Nairobi County and its environs to determine the causes and risk factors associated with morbidity and mortality of adult dogs. The specific objectives of ... -
Effect Of Curing On The Physico -chemical And Microbial Quality Of Cured Cooked Rabbit Ham
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Rabbit meat is a highly digestible, tasty, low-calorie food, often recommended by nutritionists over other meats. The success of rabbits in contributing to the animal protein supply in developing countries is very much ... -
Genetic Polymorphism Of beta-lactoglobulin In Kenyan Small East African Goat (Capra Hircus) Breed Using PCR_RFLP And Sequencing
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Polymorphism in the beta-lactoglobulin gene has been successfully studied in many goat populations of the world. However, this has not been clarified yet in the local Kenyan goat (Capra hircus) breeds. The objectives of ... -
An analysis of factors influencing market participation among smallholder rice farmers in western province, Zambia
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Increasing market participation among smallholder producers has the potential to lift them to better income levels through increased productivity and surplus production. Nowhere in the Zambian agricultural sector is ... -
Awareness And Use Of New Information And Communication Technologies In Dairy Goat Marketing: The Case Of Meru South Sub-county, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Marketing of agricultural produce by the smallholder farmers has been evolving over time. In the past, smallholder farmers mostly relied on physical contacts to connect with potential buyers of their produce. This approach ... -
Efficacy of the immunoblot assay for cysticercosis in pigs and modulated expression of distinct IgM/ IgG activities to Taenia solium antigens in experimental infections
(University of Nairobi, 1991-08)A recently invented immunoblot assay for human cysticercosis was evaluated for efficacy in pigs. The test population consists of 45 pigs with parasitologically confirmed cysticercosis, 47 with heterologous infections, 45 ...