Faculty of Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine (FAg / FVM): Recent submissions
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Adoption of Farm Biosecurity Measures and the Effects on Cost Efficiency of Poultry Farmers in Nyanza, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) –resistance to antibiotics– is among the leading causes of death globally. The rise in AMR is largely attributed to the interaction with livestock and/or consumption of their products. The ... -
Phytochemical Composition, Toxic Effects, and Antimicrobial Activity Studies of Digitaria Abyssinica (a. Rich.) Stapf (Poaceae) Rhizome Extracts Against Selected Uropathogenic Microorganisms
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most severe public health problems that affect over one hundred and fifty million people worldwide annually. They are caused by a wide range of microorganisms where Escherichia ... -
Constraints to Increased Milk Productivity and Coping Mechanisms in Smallholder Farms in Bomet, Nakuru and Nyeri County Milksheds in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The demand for milk and dairy products is rising despite the low milk yield from smallholder dairy animals in Kenya. The aim of this study was to document dairy production system, constraints and coping mechanisms in ... -
Reaction of Rice Germplasm to Blast and Brownspot Under Natural and Controlled Environment in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Kenya has been losing tons of rice yield as a result of blast and brown spot of rice. The germplasm that farmers use is much susceptible to the two rice diseases. The rice breeders on the other hand are doing their best ... -
Genetic Diversity and Resistance to Bacterial Blight Among Kenyan Cassava (Manihot Esculent Crantz) Germplasm
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) has high carbohydrate content and is grown in Africa as an alternative staple crop for food, feed, and bioethanol production. However, the production of cassava encounters limitation due ... -
Designing Navigable Interior Spaces in Affordable Housing for the Visually Impaired in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Background: Universal Design is a guideline that makes all designs usable by all people to the greatest extent possible without need for adaptation, a tool that the government of Kenya chose not to implore when designing ... -
Evaluating Factors Influencing Farmers’ Access and Willingness to Pay for Climate Change Adaptation Information in South-eastern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Currently, the biggest threat to global agricultural productivity is climate change. In order to ensure agricultural production and reduce food poverty, farmers must adapt to this new state. Access to adaptation information ... -
Molecular Epidemiology of Staphylococcus Aureus From Hospital Patients, Hiv Positive and Negative Abattoir Workers and Animals in Busia County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Hospitals, Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-infected outpatient clinics, cattle farms and abattoirs provide environments that promote acquisition and spread of Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), increasing risk of ... -
Assessment of Pollution Reduction in the Tannery Pre-tanning Processes Through the Use of Enzymes
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The process of transforming hides/skins into leather has been categorized as one of the most environmentally detrimental industries globally. Because of elevated pollution levels linked to the leather manufacturing sector, ... -
Effect of Tillage Method and Mulch on Soil Moisture Retention, Crop Growth, Nodulation and Yield of Green Gram in Semi-arid Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Agricultural productivity in arid and semi-arid areas has continued declining due to low unreliable rainfall, declining soil fertility, and poor agronomic practices. This study was conducted with the aim of contributing ... -
Product and Process Development of Ready to Eat Sorghum-green Gram Cookies Enriched With Mango Powder
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The triple burden of malnutrition is still a major challenge in most developing countries including Kenya. Currently, the increased dependence on convenience foods has contributed an increased consumption of energy-dense ... -
Assessment of Effects of Climate-smart Agriculture Practices on Smallholder Farmers’ Resilience to Maize Yield Loss in Bungoma County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Shocks and stresses that are caused by low maize yields cannot be avoided. Climate-smart agriculture (CSA) mitigates against climate change by increase in crop and livestock yield and associated farm income. Efforts to ... -
Impact of Adoption of Improved Integrated Pest Management Practices in the Suppression of Mango Fruit Fly Infestation in Embu County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Fruit fly infestation is the most limiting constraint in mango production in Kenya. To enhance the suppression of this invasive pest, the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology developed an auto-dissemination ... -
Phytoremediation of Hexavalent Chromium in Effluent Tannery Sludge and Chromium Contaminated Soils by Using Ricinus Communis Plant
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Heavy metal pollution is a global problem of expanding apprehension due to its toxic effects on the environment which in turn adversely affects Flora and Fauna. Tanning industries have a sludge effluent that is highly ... -
Effects of Supplementation With Different Levels of a Multi Strain Probiotic on the Performance of Laying Chickens
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Use of antibiotic growth promoters (AGP) in poultry production to enhance performance is not recommended due to accumulation of antibiotic residues end products which can confer antimicrobial resistance (AMR) to consumers. ... -
Effect of East Coast Fever Marikebuni Vaccine on Feeding and Reproductive Success of Rhipicephalus Appendiculatus
(University of Nairobi, 2022)East Coast Fever is a tick-borne disease of economic importance in bovines caused by Theileria parva, a protozoan parasite transmitted transstadially by a three-host tick, Rhipicephalus appendiculatus. The control of ECF ... -
Assessment of Selected Persistent Organic Pollutants in Human Milk From Nairobi, Nandi, and Nyeri Counties, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are a group of chemicals that persist for long periods in environment without being degraded by natural means. They also have the tendency to build up in fat-containing foods as well ... -
Effects of Conservation Agriculture on Weed Abundance and Herbicide Residues in a Humic Nitisol in Kabete Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Conservation agriculture has often been fronted as a sustainable practice that minimizes soil degradation while improving crop yields and soil fertility through its principles of minimum tillage, mulching and crop rotation. ... -
Phytochemical Characterization and Biopesticidal Activity of Aqueous Plant Extracts Against French Bean Thrips and Aphids
(University of Nairobi, 2023)In Kenya, French bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is grown by small scale farmers mainly for exports markets. Production is majorly affected by due to moisture stress content, low soil fertility, insect pests such as bean ... -
Risk Factors for Malnutrition Among Children Aged 6-59 Months Attending Sos Hospital in Mogadishu, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Malnutrition is a condition that arises from an inadequate or excessive intake of nutrients, an imbalanced consumption of essential nutrients, or a malfunction in nutrient utilization. It encompasses both under-nutrition ...