Theses & Dissertations Open Access Typology, genetic diversity and genome wide scan for signatures of selection of productivity traits in indigenous goats in the Democratic Republic of Congo P. Baenyi Simon Genetic characterization and assessment of signatures of selection in domestic animals adapted to local environments provide a large amount of knowledge and give a clear perspective on the population structure that assists in the decision-… RUF-39689 2022 CC BY 4.0 1 Oct 2022
Journal articles Open Access Typology, management and smallholder farmerpreferred traits for selection of indigenous goats (Capra hisrcus) in three agro-ecological zones in the Democratic Republic of Congo P. Baenyi Simon The present study aimed to assess the typology, production management, and smallholder farmerpreferred traits in selecting indigenous goats in three agro-ecological zones (AEZs) in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo). Based on a st… RUF-39688 2021 CC BY 4.0 1 Oct 2022
Journal articles Open Access Haplotype analysis of the mitochondrial DNA d- loop region reveals the maternal origin and historical dynamics among the indigenous goat populations in east and west of the Democratic Republic of Congo P. Baenyi Simon · D. Kabange · E. M. Machuka · K. Musale +6 more This study aimed at assessing haplotype diversity and population dynamics of three Congolese indigenous goat populations that included Kasai goat (KG), small goat (SG), and dwarf goat (DG) of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The 116… RUF-39687 2022 CC BY 4.0 1 Oct 2022
Journal articles Open Access Quantification of Aloin in Aloe barbadensis Miller Leaf Gel and Latex from Selected Regions of Kenya J. K. Cherutoi · V. J. Kosgei · C. K. Nakiguli · J. Odda Aloe barbadensis Miller (A. barbadensis) has been reported for use in the traditional management of malaria in Kenya. Aloin (an anthraquinone-C-glycoside) is one of the therapeutic molecules in Aloe species that is responsible for their an… RUF-39675 2022 CC BY 4.0 23 Sep 2022
Journal articles Open Access Phytochemical Composition and Antioxidant Activities of Phosphate Buffered Saline and Aqueous Extracts of Aloe barbadensis Miller Leaf Latex and Gel from Three Counties of Kenya J. K. Cherutoi · V. J. Kosgei · C. K. Nakiguli · J. Odda Aims: Aloe barbadensis Miller (A. barbadensis) is one of the most treasured species from the Aloe genus that has been used in management of various ailments. However, there are few reports on the secondary metabolites, total phenolic conte… RUF-39674 2022 CC BY 4.0 23 Sep 2022
TAGDev Resources Open Access Preferred Attributes for Sustainable Wetland Management in Mpologoma Catchment, Uganda: A Discrete Choice Experiment R. Asiimwe · J. Bunyangha · A. Egeru · N.N. Gichuki +3 more Sustainable wetland management is a focus of many countries worldwide. These mainly use protection as a key policy directive for conservation. However, avoidance directives tend to disenfranchise local populations. Thus, such management is… RUF-39669 2022 CC BY 4.0 23 Sep 2022
Journal articles Open Access Pre-Breeding Prospects of Lablab (Lablab purpureus (L.) Sweet) Accessions in Tanzania: Morphological Characterization and Genetic Diversity Analysis Patrick A. Ndakidemi · Fanuel K. Letting · Pavithravani B. Venkataramana Under-exploited crops such as Lablab purpureus are regarded a pathway towards alleviating the food and nutritional security in Sub-Saharan Africa. This study aimed at evaluating the morphoagronomic diversity present in 277 lablab accession… RUF-39666 2022 CC BY 4.0 23 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Adding value to pineapple: The potential of fruit juice preparation E. E. Abano · F. Annor-Frempong · O. K. Smith Post-harvest losses are a major threat to development of pineapple value chain but there is the potential of adding value by processing into juice. The review analysed relevant literature on adding value to pineapple, potential of processi… RUF-39665 2018 CC BY 4.0 22 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access A review of available knowledge on aroma in rice J. Lamo · D Ocan · P.R. Rubaihayo The 2-acetyll-1-pyrroline (2AP) is a compound responsible for the sweet popcorn aroma in aromatic rice and has attracted interest globally. Consequently, research efforts have been directed to improving aroma characteristics in rice throug… RUF-39661 2018 CC BY 4.0 22 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Morphological and nutritional characteristics of new Papaya Hybrid Fruits G. O. Asudi · J. Chepng’etich Kosgei · F. R. Karambu · O. E. Musenya +1 more Papaya (Carica papaya L.) is a popular and economically important tropical fruit. Its production in Kenya is practiced at both small and large scale. The major challenge is getting good planting materials and producing quality papaya fruit… RUF-39660 2018 CC BY 4.0 22 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Development of food based dietary guidelines for rural Kenyan women using linear programming I. D. Brouwer · S. Ngala · A. Syda Developing countries women (of child bearing age) are vulnerable to micronutrient deficiencies which can have major adverse health consequences. The aim of this study was to improve dietary quality of women of childbearing age in rural Ken… RUF-39655 2018 CC BY 4.0 22 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access The university role on capacity building, value addition and utilization of orange fleshed sweet potatoes among small scale farmers in Kakamega county, Kenya A. C. Ndiema · U. C. Samoey Capacity building in agriculture is done using informal methods which in most cases depend on the community. A participatory study was initiated by Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology to train farmers on value addition and … RUF-39643 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Efficacy of sodium bicarbonate and chlorine based sanitizers on postharvest microbial load and quality attributes of packaged tomato fruits J. Ambuko · S. N. Inzaule · W.M. Muiru · W.O. Owino The high potential of tomato production is not realized in Kenya due to various factors in the value chain such as high postharvest losses estimated to be 40-50%. These losses are as a result of many factors including poor postharvest hand… RUF-39642 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Application of X-ray micro-computed tomography to detect bruise damage of pomegranate (cv. Wonderful) fruit du Plessis Anton · A. Ebrahiema · O.A. Fawole · Z. Hussien +1 more The key to extending the storage life and maintaining the quality of fresh fruit could rely on early detection and separation of fruit with mechanical damage such as bruising. A non-destructive technique was developed to detect bruise dama… RUF-39640 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Edible grasshopper meal (Ruspolia nitidula) “nsenene” a potential source of protein in the diet of Japanese quails in Africa: A review R. Kityo · J. A. Kwaku · N. Munu The diet of Sub Saharan Africans has been noted to contain low levels of protein compared to those in the first world. This situation has affected the proper growth of children who are malnourished and the health of adults living under pov… RUF-39641 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Native edible tree/shrub species available in Benin for enhancing food security of local populations A.E. Assogbadjo · R. Glèlè Kakaï · S. H. Honfo · R. Idohou Native edible tree/shrub species (NETS) are very important resources for local people in Sub-Saharan Africa. This study aimed at documenting these resources in Benin and evaluating the traditional knowledge of local populations on NETS. A … RUF-39639 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Impact of gender on production and value addition along the farmed fish value chain in Kenya J. N. Gichure · J. G. Maina · S. K. Njeru Unorganized structures in the aquaculture sector in Kenya have resulted in an overreliance on rudimentary production and processing technologies, high wastage of harvested fish and underutilization of fish and by-products, mismatch in dema… RUF-39636 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Nutraceutical and antimicrobial properties of baobab pulp and leaves: A review A.E. Assogbadjo · F.J. Chadare · T. K. Fassinou · M. A. Gbaguidi +1 more Baobab is an important in Africa for its medicinal and nutritional properties. The different parts of the tree (bark, leaves and pulp) are used for different purposes. Despite the health benefits properties of the baobab pulp and leaves, f… RUF-39633 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Influence of gender on participation in cassava value addition in Migori county, Kenya J. O. Awuor · R. Mulwa · N. O. Openda In the rural areas, majority of women who are constrained by gender disparity and low incomes can improve their role based on their participation in the cassava value addition, hence enhancing productivity, household incomes and sustainabl… RUF-39629 2018 CC BY 4.0 20 Sep 2022
Journal articles Open Access Development of a TinyML based four-chamber refrigerator (TBFCR) for efficiently storing pharmaceutical products: Case Study: Pharmacies in Rwanda J. Habiyaremye · Emmanuel Masabo · Ch. Mikeka · M. Zennaro Medical products are very sensitive to temperature; the improper temperature may lead to their inefficacity. Apart from products that are stored at room temperature, remaining medical products are stored in electronically controlled refrig… RUF-39626 2022 CC BY 4.0 9 Sep 2022
Journal articles Open Access A Data-Driven Predictive Machine Learning Model for Efficiently Storing Temperature-Sensitive Medical Products, Such as Vaccines: Case Study: Pharmacies in Rwanda J. Habiyaremye · K. Jayavel · S. Kumaran · Emmanuel Masabo +2 more Temperature control is the key element during medicine storage. Pharmacies sell some medical products which are kept in fridges. )e opening and closing of the fridge while taking some medicine makes the outside hot air enter the fridge, wh… RUF-39625 2021 CC BY 4.0 9 Sep 2022
Journal articles Open Access GPRS Sensor Node Battery Life Span Prediction Based on Received Signal Quality: Experimental Study J. Habiyaremye · K. Jayavel · S. Kumaran · Emmanuel Masabo +2 more Nowadays with the evolution of Internet of Things (IoT), building a network of sensors for measuring data from remote locations requires a good plan considering a lot of parameters including power consumption. A Lot of communication techno… RUF-39624 2020 CC BY 4.0 9 Sep 2022
Journal articles Open Access Effect of Extrusion on the Functional and Pasting Properties of High-quality Cassava Flour (HQCF) Y. Byaruhanga · S. K. Gborie · R. Mugabi Cassava is a rich source of starch and is used as a food ingredient and additive. In its natural state, cassava flour or starch cannot meet all functional requirements in food processing. This necessitates the modification of starch to mee… RUF-39618 2022 CC BY 4.0 9 Sep 2022
Working Document Series Open Access Breaking barriers: Francophone and Anglophone institutions partnership in training future leaders in west and central Africa - lesson learnt from implementation of AGRA PhD programme, University of Ghana D. B. Sarpong The problem of lack of trained human capacity for evidence-informing policy analysis and advocacy to translate policies into action to ensure agricultural growth and food security for smallholder farmers in Francophone countries; the need … RUF-39614 2018 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2022
Journal articles Open Access Traditional farmers’ pig trait preferences and awareness levels toward reproductive biotechnology application in Zambia R. Abigaba · E. S. Mwaanga · W. N. M. Mwenya · P. H. Nyanga +1 more Objective: This study assessed traditional farmers’ preferences for indigenous pigs and their awareness levels toward reproductive biotechnology. Materials and Methods: This cross-sectional, descriptive study employed a mixed-methods concu… RUF-39612 2022 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2022
