Working Document Series Open Access Spatial and temporal spread of maize lethal necrosis disease causing viruses and their vectors within the field K. Dora · D.W. Miano · D. Mukunya · R.M. Ngala Maize lethal necrosis disease (MLND) is a viral disease of maize resulting from co-infection of Maize chlorotic mottle virus (MCMV) and any cereal Potyvirus such as Sugarcane mosaic virus (SCMV), Maize dwarf mosaic virus (MDMV) or Wheat st… RUF-39344 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access The currents status of Maize Lethal Necrotic Disease awareness and control in Bomet County, Kenya J. W. Kamau · P. N. Mathew · P.K. Muchemi · W. J. Mwangi +1 more The study aimed at determining the level of awareness about Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease in Bomet County in Kenya. Random sampling method was used to obtain a sample of respondents from a target household population of maize farmers. Stru… RUF-39343 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Transmission pattern of Maize chlorotic mottle virus (Machlomovirus) on maize by Frankliniella williamsi and F. occidentalis (Thripidae) in Kenya R. Gitonga · R. Kahuthia · D.W. Miano · M. Mwangi +1 more Maize chlorotic mottle virus (MCMV) infects maize (Zea mays L) which is a major staple food crop in sub-Saharan Africa, causing yield losses of between 10-15%. When the virus co-infects with maize infecting potyviruses, they cause Maize le… RUF-39342 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Knowledge dissemination on improvement of traditional complementary foods for proper child feeding J.N. Kinyuru · H.S. Laswai · M.M. Mmari, Traditional complementary foods in most sub-Saharan African countries are deficient in protein, essential minerals and vitamins resulting into sub-optimal growth and increased premature deaths among children below five years of age. Poor q… RUF-39339 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Use of medicinal plant extracts and light sensitization to inhibit conidia growth in aflatoxin producing Aspergillus flavus L.M. Njoki · S.A. Okoth · P.M. Wachira Fungal proliferation causing aflatoxin contamination has been on the rise in Africa due to the adverse changes in climate. Deaths and diseases like cancers have been detected in human beings and animals due to consumption of these toxigeni… RUF-39338 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Distribution and sourcing of fresh fruits and vegetables within Nairobi City County R. Mbeche · J.B. Mukundi Despite a rapidly transiting city, the operational nature of Nairobi City food system is unclear. A sample of retailers, collector agents at farm level, trader aggregators and wholesalers was obtained from survey sites within key markets i… RUF-39337 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Fungal contaminants and aflatoxins in maize from lower eastern region in Kenya S.P. Kuate · D. O. Mbuge · W.M. Muiru · S.T. Mwangi +1 more Aflatoxin outbreaks have been reported in the lower eastern region of Kenya since 1978. These outbreaks have caused a lot of concern as some have led to loss of lives. This study was conducted to assess the extent of fungal contaminants in… RUF-39336 2018 CC BY 4.0 27 Jul 2021
Journal articles Open Access Effect of Pre-treatment and Processing on Nutritional Composition of Cassava Roots, Millet, and Cowpea Leaves Flours G. O. Abong · D. C. Kilalo · A. W. Mwang’ombe · M. W. Okoth +1 more Cassava roots, millet and cowpea leaves have short storage life thus the need for simple post-harvest handling and storage protocol to ensure prolonged availability to fully contribute toward food and nutrition security, a major challenge … RUF-39290 2021 CC BY 4.0 7 Jun 2021
Journal articles Open Access Assessment of Knowledge Co-production in Adaptation to Rainfall Variability in Kitui South Sub-county, Kenya M. M. Mwatu · K. N. Ondimu · C. W. Recha Aims: This study tried to investigate the extent of knowledge co-production between indigenous farmers and agricultural extension in dry lands. Study Design: The study adopted survey research design where both qualitative and quantitative … RUF-39270 2020 CC BY 4.0 29 May 2021
Journal articles Open Access Factors influencing capacity of beach management units in implementing fisheries co-management in a tropical desert lake B. K. Kirui · E. O. Obura · G. O. Obwoyere · M. O. Ogoma +1 more Lake Turkana fishery consists of seven endemic and 12 commercially exploited species and is the second largest producer of freshwater fish in Kenya. It supports livelihoods of approx. 300,000 people locally. The lake is managed by beach ma… RUF-39266 2019 CC BY 4.0 29 May 2021
Journal articles Open Access Nutritional and Technological Characteristics of New Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) Lines and Varieties Grown in Eastern Kenya P. K. Biama · A. K. Faraj · R. W. Kuruma · C. M. Mutungi +1 more Protein sources in the diet of people living in semi-arid land of Kenya are lacking and if available it is costly to them. In terms of safe food and a healthy food supply, cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata.) are a significant source of protein, c… RUF-39257 2020 CC BY 4.0 2 May 2021
Journal articles Open Access Socio-Economic Drivers of Degradation and Their Implication on Conservation of River Lumi Riparian Ecosystem in Kenya B. K. Kirui · E.K. Maranga · L. A. Ndalilo Riparian forests ecosystems play significant role in biodiversity conservation and provision of ecosystem goods and services which support local livelihoods. However, riparian ecosystems are threatened by degradation attributed to anthropo… RUF-39247 2020 CC BY 4.0 21 Apr 2021
Journal articles Open Access Stakeholders’ inclusion and mobilization in co-management of Lake Turkana fisheries, Kenya K. Bernard · O. Obwoyere · M. Ogoma Lake Turkana, the world’s largest desert lake, is the second largest producer of freshwater fishery in Kenya. The lake is co-managed by stakeholders’ groups called Beach Management Units (BMUs) in a co-management arrangement with the gover… RUF-39244 2019 CC BY 4.0 21 Apr 2021
Journal articles Open Access Participation of Small-Scale Farmers in Collective Marketing of Potato in Molo Sub County, Nakuru County, Kenya M. W. Mulu-Mutuku · A. O. Nkurumwa · L. Nyasulu Engaging in high value potato (Solanum tuberosum) markets is one important strategy which can assist small scale farmers to increase food security and move out of poverty. Collective marketing has been identified as one of the best strateg… RUF-39240 2019 CC BY 4.0 21 Apr 2021
Journal articles Open Access Occupational Health Risks and Hazards Among the Fisherfolk in Kampi Samaki, Lake Baringo, Kenya M. A. Mokua · F. W. Ngaruiya · G. M. Ogendi : Globally, almost 2.78 million deaths that occur annually are attributed to work-related health risks. Worldwide and, especially, in developing countries, about 20% to 50% of the workers are exposed to health risks. Fishing is an ancient … RUF-39228 2019 CC BY 4.0 1 Apr 2021
Journal articles Open Access Socio - Economic Factors that Influence Adoption of Clean Seed Potato (Solanum tuberosum) by Small Scale Farmers in Njoro, Kenya L. Amwine · M. W. Mulu-Mutuku · A. O. Nkurumwa This study sought to determine the influence of selected social-economic factors on adoption of clean seed potato by small scale farmers in Njoro Sub-County, Kenya. Clean seed potato is one of the best types of seed potato that farmers can… RUF-39224 2019 CC BY 4.0 1 Apr 2021
Journal articles Open Access Econometric Modelling of Rural Farm Household Credit Allocation in Kakamega County, Kenya E. W. Gathungu · A. M. Kalio · J. T. Mukhwami Enhanced household access to credit is essential in boosting the performance of small and medium enterprises in developing nations. Despite the role played by micro-finance in enhancing access to credit among poor rural households, there i… RUF-39221 2020 CC BY 4.0 1 Apr 2021
Journal articles Open Access Role of networking capability, socio-economic and institutional characteristics on adoption tendencies of clean seed potato agri-enterprises in Central Rift Valley, Kenya O.I. Ayuya · E. O. Gido · A. M. Kibe · M. Mwangi +1 more Even though quality of seed is a major yield determinant in potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) production and global food security, inadequate availability of and access to high quality (certified) seed is a major challenge to potato producers … RUF-39213 2020 CC BY 4.0 26 Mar 2021
Journal articles Open Access Inclusion of Yeast Cultures (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) to Dairy Cows’ Urea-Treated Rice Straw Diets Improves Mozzarella Cheese Processing and Yield B.O. Bebe · O. B. Kashongwe · S. Odera · P. M. Simiyu This research paper addresses the hypothesis that adding yeast cultures (Saccharomyces cerevisiae) to urea-treated cereal crop residues could improve milk composition to the level of milk produced on pastures for the manufacture of Mozzare… RUF-39209 2020 CC BY 4.0 26 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Effects of water stress on yield and yield components of selected African landrace tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) accessions and commercial varieties J. Ambuko · G.N. Chemining’wa · M. Waiti Drought stress is one of the major constraints to enhancement of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) productivity in Kenya. There exists a wide range of water stress tolerant tomato landraces in Africa that could be harnessed to improve the curr… RUF-39195 2018 CC BY 4.0 2 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Knowledge, attitudes and practices of indigenous chicken value chain actors in relation to infectious bursal disease transmission in Kenya L.C. Bebora · M.O. Bwana · P.G. Mbuthia · L.W. Njagi +2 more Infectious bursal disease (IBD) is a highly contagious and economically devastating viral disease of chicken that has been linked to relatively higher mortalities in indigenous chicken compared to in exotic ones. Since it is not clear what… RUF-39193 2018 CC BY 4.0 2 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of selected herbicides on weed management in sorghum production in Kenya K. E. Cheruiyot · V.W. Njuguna · J. O. Ogendo · C.E. Tugat Weed infestation in sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) forms a major biotic stress that needs to be addressed to achieve adequate grain supply to meet increasing industrial demand for sorghum. The aim of this study was to determine the mo… RUF-39192 2018 CC BY 4.0 2 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Determinants of adoption of agroforestry systems in the drylands of Kenya G. Kironchi · M. Nyangito · N.M. Syano · O.V. Wasonga Drylands typically suffer from unsustainable land uses which have evolved in the recent past. They face innumerable problems such as climate variability including extreme events such as drought, natural resources degradation, declining agr… RUF-39190 2018 CC BY 4.0 2 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Influence of arbuscular mycorrhiza fungi inoculation on growth of sweet potato varieties in Nairobi county, Kenya J.P. Gweyi-Onyango · J. Jefwa · M. Sakha Sweet potato is an important food security crop cultivated mostly under temperate and mild tropical climatic conditions. The crop is vegetatively propagated using vines. However, its productivity in Kenya is lower than its genetic potentia… RUF-39183 2018 CC BY 4.0 2 Mar 2021
Working Document Series Open Access Transmission pattern of Maize chlorotic mottle virus (Machlomovirus) on maize by Frankliniella williamsi and F. occidentalis (Thripidae) in Kenya R. Gitonga · R. Kahuthia · D.W. Miano · M. Mwangi +1 more Maize chlorotic mottle virus (MCMV) infects maize (Zea mays L) which is a major staple food crop in sub-Saharan Africa, causing yield losses of between 10-15%. When the virus co-infects with maize infecting potyviruses, they cause Maize le… RUF-39161 2018 CC BY 4.0 1 Mar 2021
