Working Document Series Open Access Factors influencing adoption of fish farming along the value chain in Kibwezi, Makueni County, Kenya J. G. Maina · S. M. Mukoya-Wangia · J.T. Njoka · P. S. Wesonga Communities in arid and semi-arid lands (ASALS) are confronted with a number of challenges that include limited livelihood choices, high livestock mortality during drought, poverty and malnutrition, among others. Although past studies have… RUF-38942 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Information communication methods used for management of transboundary animal diseases (TADS) amongst livestock keepers: The case of selected counties in Kenya M. J. Demesi · G. G. Gitao · N. J. Kiplagat · I. F. Mugivane +1 more This study investigated utilization of Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) for management of Transboundary Animal Diseases (TADs). The study was informed by Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) and Diffusion of Innovation theory as g… RUF-38939 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Impact of using mobile phones in disseminating agricultural information among medium scale farmers in Kenya H. Nyanganga · W. Ongachi Integration of mobile phones offers incredible opportunities to share agricultural information. Being one of the ICT tools currently used in extension science, evaluating its impact on agricultural production remains crucial. This study pa… RUF-38932 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Measurement of constraints’ influence on cassava value chain development and commercialization in Migori County, Kenya E. Gathungu · I. M. Kariuki · G. C. Ngenoh Cassava is perceived fictitiously as a poor man’s crop under neglect from most of the African farmers. But then, it has been noticed that it is consumed by both the rich and the poor, young and the elderly people under various settlement s… RUF-38923 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access The influence of entrepreneurship capacity on innovation efficiency G. I. Muiruri The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationship between entrepreneurship capacity and innovation efficiency in all countries captured consistently in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and Global Innovation Index between the year… RUF-38915 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Enhancing climate resilience of cropping systems: A synopsis of research activities by crop scientists at University of Nairobi G. Chemining’wa · O. M. Kitonyo Climate change is associated with rising temperatures, elevated carbon dioxide, variable rainfall patterns and frequent droughts, reduced soil carbon and mineral nutrients, and increased influx of pests and diseases, in addition to adverse… RUF-38906 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access From the lab to land: Taking postharvest management solutions to horticultural farmers through aggregation centers J. Ambuko · E. M. Amwoka · G. Chemining’wa · M. Hutchinson +3 more High postharvest losses (PHL) which is estimated to be 30% of the food produced for human consumption, is one of the current global challenges that requires urgent attention. Over the years there has been substantial research to address PH… RUF-38891 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Postharvest training in Kenya: Universities’ role to address the knowledge and skills gap in postharvest management J. Ambuko Over the years, agricultural training and research in Universities and research organizations has focused on increasing crop production. This has been achieved over the years through breeding high yielding varieties; development of good ag… RUF-38890 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Aligning University graduates and agribusiness opportunities to African agricultural transformation E. Ohanwusi · P.L. Woomer African universities provide tremendous expertise in the areas of agricultural science but too many of their graduates have difficulty in applying these skills within business workplaces. This is attributed to disparity between the growth … RUF-38885 2018 CC BY 4.0 14 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Development of a Regional Masters of Science Curriculum in Agro-ecology G. Chemining’wa · M. Kasina · J. Nderitu Agro-ecology is a transdisciplinary, action oriented, participatory approach to moving food systems towards sustainability. It is grounded in the science of ecology (i.e. the science of how nature works) with its system focus. It is also g… RUF-38877 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Households’ expenditure reviews for early warning to vulnerability and effective policy interventions F. M. Mwaura Kenya’s perennial failure to meet its income growth targets and social equity has contributed to high incidence of poverty. In addressing the poverty, the government has initiated some social protection interventions including cash transfe… RUF-38871 2018 CC BY 4.0 9 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Transforming African Agricultural Universities to meaningfully contribute to Africa’s growth and development (TAGDev) Program implementation at Egerton University J. J. Mbudzya · P.M. Mshenga · N.W. Mungai · V.W. Njuguna TAGDev is a scholarship program in partnership with MasterCard Foundation and Regional University Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM). The Program is implemented at Egerton University, Kenya and Gulu University, Uganda. Th… RUF-38869 2018 CC BY 4.0 9 Dec 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Contribution of TAGDev Program on Students Agri-entrepreneurial Development: A case of Egerton University J. J. Mbudzya · P.M. Mshenga · N.W. Mungai · V.W. Njuguna Agricultural transformation in developing countries such as Kenya depends on the level of youth involvement in the agricultural sector. The Kenyan government recognizes the potential of the youthful population in agricultural sector develo… RUF-38868 2018 CC BY 4.0 9 Dec 2020
Journal articles Open Access Effects of Tithoniadiversifolia Extract and Trichodermaasperellum on Growth and Yield of Strawberry Fruit (Fragaria× ananassavarDuch) R.M. Gesimba · J. W. Wanjukia · J.N. Wolukau A study on the effect of Tithoniadiversifolia extracts and Trichodermaasperellum on growth, yield, and quality of strawberry fruit (Fragaria× ananassavarDuch) wasconducted in Horticulture, Research and Teaching field, Egerton University. T… RUF-38797 2020 CC BY 4.0 23 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merr) response to biofix (Bradyrhizobium japonicum), trianum (Trichordema harzianum t-22) and phosphorus in poorly responsive soils of western Kenya C Chepkoech · R. Njoroge Declining soybean yields in western Kenya due to low soil fertility is a threat to farmers’ goals of generating income for improved livelihoods. Though commendable success has been observed after use of both phosphate (P) fertilizers and B… RUF-38794 2018 CC BY 4.0 21 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Efficacy of Neem (Azadirachtin indica) biopesticide against tomato leaf miner (Tuta absoluta) in greenhouse conditions D. C. Kilalo · James Wangai Kimenju · D. M. Mutegi · C. N. Waturu The Tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lepidoptera: Gelechiidae) is one of the most devastating invasive new pest affecting tomato crops in Kenya. This study evaluated the insecticidal effect of neem (Azadirachtin indica) against Tuta absoluta at va… RUF-38783 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Effects of substituting fishmeal with black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens) on growth performance of exotic layer chicks M. K. Ambula · D. M. Miano · I. M. Osuga · E. K. Sumbule +1 more An increase in consumption of animal products is expected by the year 2050, and as a result this will result in enormous demand for resources, feed being most challenging because of the limited availability of natural resources. The increa… RUF-38766 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of feed quality and challenges facing indigenous chicken production in Western Kenya J.O. Ochuodho · J.A. Omega · H.A. Rachuonyo · J.K. Tarus Besides generation of extra income, indigenous chicken provide food for majority of households in rural areas in form of quality meat and eggs. A baseline survey was conducted to determine status of indigenous chicken production in Busia, … RUF-38762 2018 CC BY 4.0 16 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Black soldier fly larvae meal as a cheap alternative to expensive conventional protein sources in poultry feeds S. Ekesi · K. M. M. Fiaboe · L. Munga · D. M. Mwangi +5 more In the recent past, high poultry feed costs are driving many vulnerable communities involved in poultry production out of business. The high cost is mainly driven by the protein source, which represents the most expensive component in not … RUF-38755 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access The growth performance of indigenous chicken fed on diets containing black soldier fly larvae meal S. Ekesi · K. M. M. Fiaboe · L.W. Kabuage · D. M. Mwangi +5 more Indigenous chicken (IC) contribute significantly to human nutrition as a cheap source of animal protein. Demand for IC products has been on the increase in both rural and urban areas due to increased preference for white meat, low fat cont… RUF-38752 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Effects of soybean and sweetpotato vine on growth of weaner rabbits P.C. Kale · J. Kitilit Rabbitry as an economic activity is fraught with significant challenges which include; lack of knowledge in rabbit husbandry, the high cost of rabbit feeds and are out of reach for many farmers. The objective of this study was to determine… RUF-38745 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Population of Aspergillus flavus and Fusarium verticillioides and contamination of maize with associated mycotoxins under push-pull cropping system in Siaya County, Western Kenya Z. R. Khan · C. A. O. Midega · J.W. Muthomi · N.K. Njeru +1 more Push-pull cropping system is a companion cropping system that effectively controls stemborers, fall armyworm and Striga weed, resulting in increased yield in cereal crops like maize and sorghum. Siaya County is one of the administrative lo… RUF-38742 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Response of selected tomato varieties (Solanum lycopersicum) to tomato yellow leaf curl virus N. J. Siganka Lack of tomato varieties that are tolerant to Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus (TYLCV) is the major problem that hinders the control and management of TYLCV severity on tomato plants. The pathogen is transmitted from leaf to leaf by a vector,… RUF-38738 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Severity expression of net blotch foliar infection as induced by initial exposure to aluminium toxicity and drought stress in barley S. Gyawali · J.O. Ochuodho · N.K. Rop · J.O. Were The interactions between aluminium toxicity, drought and net blotch may be the reasons for decreasing barley yields in Kenya despite availability of improved varieties. Such interactions induce diverse hormonal signaling and biochemical re… RUF-38736 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of chickpea genotypes for tolerance to ascochyta blight P. Kimurto · K. Kiplagat · O. Kiplagat · J. Ochuodho In Kenya dry highlands where wheat, maize, and barley are the main crop, chickpeas are considered as off-season crop (October-February) before the next cropping season. Thus these crops provide an alternative source of income to farmers. C… RUF-38735 2018 CC BY 4.0 15 Sep 2020
