Working Document Series Open Access Nutritive value of selected indigenous legumes for livestock feed in Namibia N. Hembapu · A. Kahumba · E. Lutaaya · I. Mpofu +1 more The study was conducted to evaluate the nutritional characteristics of five indigenous legumes compared against Lucerne as potential livestock fodder. Samples of the five legumes (Indigofera cryptantha, Rhynchosia totta, Medicago laciniata… RUF-34205 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Assessing transitory poverty among pastoralists of northern kenya using the stages of progress method W. Kogi-Makau · L. MacOpiyo · J.T. Njoka · W. P. Watete Assessment of poverty among pastoral households using conventional methods may at times give an inaccurate picture of pastoral poverty. Pastoral areas generally fare very poorly in terms of common standard indicators and are thus likely to… RUF-34201 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Cost-sharing of agricultural extension service: What patterns are most effective in Nigeria? N. Ozor With recent changes in the financing and delivery of agricultural extension service worldwide due to inability of some governments to cope with varied needs of clients, most reforms initiated tend towards a pluralistic approach and financi… RUF-34198 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Indigenous knowledge practices for production and management of spider mites and anthracnose in smallholder French bean farmers in Nakuru County, Kenya J. G. Nyaanga · S. O. Ochola · K. O. Ogayo · J. O. Ogendo +2 more A field survey was conducted to inventory the major crops grown, French bean production constraints, pests and diseases and indigenous control strategies. A total of 56 smallholder French bean farmers were interviewed using structured ques… RUF-34196 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Preliminary compositional nutrient diagnosis for rubber tree in the humid forest zone of Cameroon E. Ehabe Ejolle · G. Elambo Nkeng · J. Njukeng Nkengafac · Ewalds. Schnug The main source of natural rubber is the rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis), an important crop to the Cameroonian economy. In order to improve yields while maintaining tree sustainability, nutrient norms must be derived for proper nutrient a… RUF-34183 2014 CC BY 4.0 14 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Comparative study on kits used for diagnosis of Brucellosis in humans L. Bebora · P. Kinyanjui · L. Waiboci · N. Waringa Brucellosis is an infectious zoonotic disease caused by bacteria of the genera Brucella. Brucellosis is mainly a disease of livestock infecting cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, dogs and marine mammals. In humans, the disease is acquired directl… RUF-34141 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Soil nitrate and nitrite in different soil profiles of Peri-Urban and horticultural farm soils of Gaborone as indicators of nitrogen leaching. T. Mpuisang · T. Mubyana-John · N. Pabalinga · F. Pule-Meulenberg Soil nitrite (NO2-) and nitrate (NO3-) along the soil profile can be used as indicators of nitrogen loss by leaching. Preliminary studies have shown that excess usage of fertiliser is common amongst farmers who were aiming to increase crop… RUF-34098 2014 CC BY 4.0 13 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Role of soil and crop residues as sources of inoculum for Fusarium head blight of wheat C.K. Mutegi · J.W. Muthomi · N.K. Njeru · J.M. Wagacha A field survey was carried out in Narok County, Kenya, at hard dough growth stage (GS 65- 69) during the 2013 cropping season and sampling done in 51 wheat farms in different agroecological zones. Samples of soil and crop residues were col… RUF-34060 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Aphid transmission and alternate hosts of Passiflora chlorotic mottle virus in Uganda J. Karungi · M.N. Nantale · M. Ochwo-Ssemakula · P. Sseruwagi This research established aphid vectors and alternate hosts of Passiflora chlorotic mottle virus in Uganda. Aphids and host plants were collected from farmers’ fields in major passion fruit growing districts in Uganda. Transmission tests w… RUF-34058 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Heavy metal distribution in soils of some urban and peri-urban horticultural farms in Botswana J. Agbenin · T. Mpuisang · T. Mubyana-John · L. C. Obuseng +1 more Despite the fact that there is high usage of agrochemicals and use of urban waste water for irrigation, the concentration of potentially toxic metals in urban and peri-urban agriculture (UPA) farms has not been widely investigated in Botsw… RUF-34051 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Epidemiology of Tomato Curly Stunt Virus in Mozambique C. Ecole · B. F. Francisco · A. M. Mondjana · B. A. Nhaulaho +2 more Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) has a great socio-economic importance in Mozambique, since it is one of the sources of income for many families. However, its continuous production throughout the year provides conditions for the overwinter… RUF-34036 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Seed-borne fungi of chilli pepper in the Coastal savannah zone of the central region of Ghana E. Afutu · O-A. Danquah · Y. Opoku-Asiamah Many chilli pepper (Capsicum frutescens) growers in the region have moved from chilli cultivation to other crops due to the continuous decline in yields as a result of disease problems, of which fruit rot is paramount. The study was carrie… RUF-34004 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Estimating prevalence of brucellosis in livestock and assessment of knowledge, attitudes and practices of respective communities in baringo county, Kenya L.C. Bebora · S. Kiambi · P. Kitala · P.K. Kosgei +1 more Brucellosis is an infectious, contagious and important zoonotic disease caused by bacteria of genus Brucella. World Health Organization considers brucellosis the most spread zoonosis in the world. Brucellosis has been documented to be high… RUF-34003 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Assessment of the occurrence of natural enemies associated with invasive coconut whitefly in Inhambane province, Mozambique D. Cugala · L. Jose · O. Miguel The whitefly (Aleurotrachelus atratus Hempel) is a Neotropical whitefly, originally described from coconut (Cocos nucifera) in Brazil. In the Comoro Islands, A. atratus was responsible for an economic loss of 55% to local coconut producers… RUF-33976 2014 CC BY 4.0 12 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Sampling scheme for mapping variability of soil hydraulic properties in an agricultural area in Tanzania D. J. Brus · J. Kaingo · B. P. Mbilinyi · S.D. Tumbo Management of water in cropping systems necessitates a characterisation of spatial variability of soil hydraulic properties (SHP) (water retention and hydraulic conductivity). Digital soil mapping (DSM) provides a toolset of statistical me… RUF-33939 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Assessment of establishment of released parasitoid as biological control agent against the invasive fruit fly D. Cugala · R. Cumbe Fruit flies (Bactrocera invadens) are considered the most important and devastating pests of fruits and vegetables in the World due to their potential to cause damage in fruits. In Mozambique, classical biological control is viewed as a po… RUF-33895 2014 CC BY 4.0 11 Aug 2015
Working Document Series Open Access Effect of entrepreneurship training of smallholder farmers on soybean productivity and household incomes in Lango Sub-region, Northern Uganda P. Ebanyat · W. Ekere · L. Rokani · P. Walekwa The soybean value chain has a potential to increase smallholder farmers’ incomes and has significant growth potential yet soybean farming households lack services such as education which is tailored to address the real challenges they face… RUF-33858 2014 CC BY 4.0 10 Aug 2015
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Evaluation of organic agriculture practices and resources use as adaptation to climate change: the case of Sofi District, Harari Regional State, Ethiopia H. T. M. Ibrahim The negative impact of climate change has been striking the agricultural sector in Africa. For countries like Ethiopia, whose livelihood occupation of the nation is mainly based on subsistence agriculture that highly rely on rainfall, maki… RUF-33759 2015 CC BY 4.0 9 Jul 2015
Theses & Dissertations Open Access Analysis of factors influencing women’s decision to adapt to climate change: the case of rural women in Haramaya District, Eastern Ethiopia M. A. A. Osman Climate change poses a great threat to human security through erratic rainfall patterns and decreasing crop yields, contributing to increased hunger. Adaptation is considered an appropriate response to climate change, especially for women … RUF-33755 2015 CC BY 4.0 9 Jul 2015
Working Document Series Open Access An Evaluation of the Operations of Three Farmer Associations in Western Kenya A.K. Kipkoech · C.U. Navalayo · O.A. Nekesa · J.O. Ochuodho +3 more The purpose of this study was to evaluate the operation of three contrasting farmer association in western Kenya in order to recommend ways in which to improve the economic performance of the associations. Secondary data were obtained from… RUF-33192 2012 CC BY 4.0 22 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Chemical Properties of Travertine from Different Sources in Rwanda with Regards to Their Calcium Oxide and Magnesium Oxide Contents E. Marwa · F.X. Naramabuye · E Semu · N.S. Sirikare This study was conducted in the districts of Rusizi, Korongi and Musanze districts, Rwanda in areas where travertine is found. The objective of the study was to characterize the chemical compositions of travertine for use in amending soil … RUF-33176 2012 CC BY 4.0 22 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Determination of Uranium Concentration in Selected Agriculture Soils of Bah District in Tanzania and its uptake by Food Crops A.K. Kaaya · C.A. Makoti · E.M.M. Marwa This research aims to determine the level of uranium (U) contamination in selected agricultural soils of Bahi District and its uptake by food crops for its proper management. The research will involve determination of spatial distribution … RUF-33093 2012 CC BY 4.0 21 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Development and Evaluation of Models for Predicting Chemical Contaminant Migration in Foods N. Banadda · J.B. Kigozi · F. Lule · C. Ssempala Polyethylene bags have become very popular for wrapping ready food or during cooking. Polythene materials are known to contain a wide range of potential migrants such as residues from the polymerisation process, degradation compounds and a… RUF-33088 2012 CC BY 4.0 21 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access Assessment of Uranium Transfer in Food Chains and its Effects on the Health of Bahi Community in Tanzania D. Chaula · B.E. Chove · Z.J. Mziray This research will be conducted in Bahi District in Central Tanzania where uranium (U) deposits have been confirmed. The study will assess uranium transfer in food chains and its effects to the health of the Bahi community. Uranium content… RUF-33065 2012 CC BY 4.0 21 May 2014
Working Document Series Open Access The Vitamin and Mineral contents of “Okpa” Prepared with Fluted Pumpkin and Scent Leaves M.O. Chukwu · G.A. Obi-Adumanya The bambara nut flour is often processed into “Okpa” by the inhabitants of the eastern part of Nigeria. In this study, the vitamin and mineral contents of “Okpa” prepared with fluted pumpkin and scent leaves were determined. The result sho… RUF-33063 2012 CC BY 4.0 21 May 2014
