Working Document Series Open Access Hydrolyzed Prosopis juliflora pods substitute 50% maize in indigenous chicken layers feed D. K. Gichungu · A. M. Kingori · A. M. Wachira Cereals are a major source of human food, hence their use as livestock feed causes competition and shortage leading to increased prices. Consequently, it is essential to explore alternative feed resources that are locally available and aff… RUF-38493 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Characterizing cassava marketing value chain in Kenya: A review D. Kilalo · W. O. Kosura · A. W. Mwang’ombe · H. Nyanganga +1 more This paper reviews the cassava value chain with an aim of characterizing the value chain by focusing on the marketing part of the value chain, the actors, and marketing channels. The data used in this review were obtained from secondary so… RUF-38489 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access An analysis of the profitability and factors driving farmers’ decisions to produce bioethanol from cassava in Northern Uganda J Ilukor · J. Mugisha · Settumba Mukasa · D. Opolot The study examined profitability of producing bioethanol from cassava among smallholder farmers in northern Uganda. Although small scale production of bioethanol was found to be profitable, selling cassava dry chips was found to be more pr… RUF-38485 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Characterization of fish markets for small-scale farmers in Kenya J. G. Maina A study was done to determine the characteristics of fish markets for small-scale fish farmers in four Counties in Kenya, namely, Kirinyaga, Busia, Kakamega and Migori. The objectives of the study were to i) assess the social-economic char… RUF-38482 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Enhancing pig production and marketing for smallholder farmers in Northern Uganda D. Mutetikka · E.K. Ndyomugyenyi · W. Odongo · D.M. Okello +2 more Pig production is suited to smallholder production because pigs have unique characteristics such as faster growth rates, ability to be kept on small pieces of land, high multiplication rates, ability to feed on many feedstuffs, and pig pro… RUF-38480 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Economic analysis of Consumer demand for indigenous chicken eggs in Kenya E. K. Bett · L.W. Kabuage · C. Ndenga The World Health Organization recommends a daily protein requirement of 55 grams per person to avert health and nutritional related problems. Indigenous chicken eggs have the potential to supply these proteins in developing countries where… RUF-38478 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Marketing extension needs for sesame farmers in Sheikan locality of North Kordofan State, Sudan B. S. Gaafar · H. M. Rawia The main objective of this study was to determine marketing extension needs for sesame farmers in Sheikan locality in Sudan. Two stage sampling technique was used. The first stage was the selection of eight villages and the second stage wa… RUF-38475 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Post-harvest handling, safety and nutritional contribution of cassava in coastal Kenya G. O. Abong · D. Kilalo · A. W. Mwang’ombe · M. W. Okoth +1 more Post- harvest losses is still a common challenge in most African countries. At the Kenyan coast, farmers are faced with the challenge of handling cassava produce due to the short shelf-life of the product. Due to inadequate knowledge by th… RUF-38472 2018 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Levels of glycoalkaloids in potato crisps and French fries sold in Nairobi, Kenya G. O. Abong · T. Muzhingi · M. W. Okoth · D. G. Omayio Glycoalkaloids are natural secondary metabolites occurring in potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L.) and are stable, remaining unaffected during processing ending up in the final products. Despite the increasing consumption of potato and potato p… RUF-38469 2018 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2020
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Use of Information Communication Technologies in Conservation Agriculture Knowledge Pathways Among Smallholder Farmers in Machakos and Laikipia Counties, Kenya J.C. Achora The low integration of emerging Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) in Agricultural knowledge systems is a challenge to the timely provision of extension services to farmers. The main objective of this study was to analyse the us… RUF-38464 2019 CC BY 4.0 8 Aug 2020
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Evaluation of some plant extracts as surface-active agents in drilling mud formulations T. C. Biwott This research was aimed at: evaluating physicochemical properties of Carica papaya -PL, Vernonia amygdalina - BL, Terminalia mantaly - TL and Moringa oleifera – ML; establishing rheological properties of the drilling mud formulated with th… RUF-38463 2020 CC BY 4.0 8 Aug 2020
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Evaluation of Soil properties and response of Maize (Zea mays L.) To bioslurry and mineral fertilizers in terraced acrisols and lixisols of Rwanda A. Fashaho Land terracing is promoted as a management practice for effective soil conservation in hilly areas of Rwanda. However, terraced lands are likely to have low crop productivity where management practices, especially fertilizer application, d… RUF-38462 2020 CC BY 4.0 8 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of solar tunnel drying on the instrumental texture parameters of dried beef C. N. Kunyanga · E. A. Mewa · M. W. Okoth · M. N. Rugiri Drying causes many changes to the various quality properties of meat and meat products, including texture. Most of the textural changes in meat during drying are due to denaturation of meat proteins which results in different structural ch… RUF-38460 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Optimization of the performance of a hybrid solar desiccant drier in grain storage systems A. N. Gitau · D. O. Mbuge · F. M. Mwiti The remarkable need for alternative and renewable energy technologies is evidently an increasing feature in the developing countries. One such effort is represented in this study whose objective was to optimise the performance of a hybrid … RUF-38455 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Effectiveness of cold chain management practices on shelf life of mango fruit J. Ambuko · E. M. Amwoka · M. Hutchinson · W.O. Owino Mango is a highly perishable fruit with a shorter shelf-life if not well preserved immediately after harvest. Maintaining a proper cold chain management from the time of harvest till the fruit reaches the consumer is key in preservation of… RUF-38450 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Mitigation of mycotoxins contamination risks due to handling practices of indigenous chicken feeds in Western Kenya L. Gohole · J.O. Ochuodho · N.O. Owiro · H.A. Rachuonyo Mycotoxins are prevalent in animal feeds and agricultural products. These toxins have been associated with morbidity and death in both livestock and humans. However, once fungi metabolizes these toxins in substrates, they are not eradicate… RUF-38448 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of different pasteurization schemes on baobab nectar quality F.J. Chadare · F. O. M Egue · V. Y. O. Idohou · Y.E. Madode The baobab is a multi-purpose tree which is used in many countries for its nutritional and medicinal properties. Due to its sensorial and nutritional properties, it constitutes an opportunity for some processing units to valorize it throug… RUF-38447 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Nutritional value and sensory properties of an extruded composite iron-rich beanbased snack targeting school children M. Lung’aho · J.H. Muyonga · D. Nakimbugwe · H. Natabirwa Malnutrition is still a major challenge affecting a large group of the population in the world, and the problem has also been reported among school children. The major cause is insufficient nutrient intake and absorption from diet. The obj… RUF-38444 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access The effectiveness of Video mediated learning and farm demonstrations on the uptake of improved sorghum technologies in Embu County, Kenya E. Chimoita · Florent Okry · R. Onwonga There exists an emerging and yet unexploited video mediated learning extension platform capable of disseminating agricultural technologies fast to farmers within and without the technological implementation site. A study was conducted to c… RUF-38440 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access ICT Integration for Agricultural Extension in Kenya A. W. Kamande · D. Ruffeis The large number of farmers served by a small and shrinking national extension service necessitates more innovative methods of service delivery for effective coverage. This led to the introduction of the national e-extension service. For t… RUF-38438 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Transforming agriculture in Africa using digital technologies: a perspective from the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture D. M. Amitu · R. Elalami · J.T. Lubega · Drake Patrick Mirembe +1 more This paper presents a conceptual underpinning for African Digital Agriculture Programme (AfriDAP), a proposed initiative to accelerate transformation of agriculture in Africa using digital technologies. It outlines a perspective of the Reg… RUF-38435 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Dynamically processing agricultural data from controlled legume sites C. Béra · W. De Meuter · E. Gonzalez Boix · K. Kambona +3 more Smart agriculture is becoming a discipline with increased data processing requirements due to the need to understand complex agricultural ecosystems. In these ecosystems, modern digital technologies, that extend conventional tools (e.g., r… RUF-38432 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Working Document Series Open Access Evaluation of RUFORUM online platforms J. Kato · Jacqueline Nnam · F. Otto In the recent past, a great number of online platforms have been introduced on the market showing different characteristics and services. A series of features should be taken into account when one evaluates online platforms, starting from … RUF-38424 2018 CC BY 4.0 7 Aug 2020
Journal articles Open Access Thermophysical properties of fruit—a review with reference to postharvest handling A. Ambaw · M. Mukama · Linus Opara Umezuruike The thermophysical data of fruit is vital to the study and optimization of postharvest handling processes. However, data available in the literature are not always consistent and must not be used directly. It is crucial to examine the accu… RUF-38422 2020 CC BY 4.0 3 Aug 2020
Journal articles Open Access Terminalia mantaly leaves as a novel additive in water-based drilling MUD J.O. Akaranta · T. C. Biwott · Oriji Boniface · A.K. Kiprop In drilling processes, mud additives and cuttings comprise waste drilling fluids which end up being disposed into the environment. Naturally based mud additives that are eco-friendly, cheap and can improve the rheological properties and fi… RUF-38421 2019 CC BY 4.0 3 Aug 2020
