Faculty of Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine (FAg / FVM): Recent submissions
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Wet season nutrient supply to lactating grade animals managed under different production systems
(University of Nairobi, 1991)A study was made of several forage and concentrate systems in the areas in Kenya where cattle with high genetic potential are kept, to ascertain the type and quality of feed given to lactating cows by small-scale dairy ... -
Effect of feeding system on adequacy of diet minerals for lactating cows
(University of Nairobi, 1993)To what extent different sources of feed cover the mineral requirements of lactating cows in the absence of mineral supplementation was studied. Lactating Friesians, Ayrshires and their crosses with zebu were used in 90-day ... -
An assessment of the mineral supply to dairy cows fed mixed diets
(University of Nairobi, 1994)In on-farm trials in Kenya, a total of 18 lactating cows were fed for 3 months on various types of fodder, pasture and concentrate in zero-grazing, semi zero-grazing and grazing systems of smallholder milk production. ... -
Performance of Sahiwal calves fed on colostrum preserved by different methods.
(University of Nairobi, 1998)Colostrum preserved by 5 different methods was fed to 35 preweaning Sahiwal and Sahiwal crossbred calves from 6-30-days-old for a period of 4 weeks. Seven control calves were fed whole milk (WM). Colostrum was treated with ... -
Toxicity of Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis surface lipid to skin and regional lymph nodes in goats
(University of Nairobi, 2008)The toxicity of Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis surface lipid to skin and draining regional lymph nodes in goats was investigated. Five goats were injected intradermally at two skin sites with 5 mg of the surface lipid ... -
Male-sterility in the grain amaranth (Amaranthus hypochondriacus ex-Nepal) variety Jumla
(University of Nairobi, 1988)Twenty naturally occurring male-sterile plants were recovered from a normal population of the grain amaranth, variety Jumla. The identification of the male-sterile plants is possible during anthesis and after flowering. ... -
Interspecific hybrids and possible phylogenetic relations in grain amaranths
(University of Nairobi, 1991)Phylogenetic relations among the three species in grain amaranth need investigation to provide information for breeding experiments germplasm conservation efforts, and decision on evolutionary patterns in the grain types. ... -
Inheritance of some morphological traits in grain amaranthus
(University of Nairobi, 1990-03)Intraspecific crosses involving five cultivars of Amaranthus hypochondriacus and two from A. caudatus were studied to investigate the inheritance of five morphological traits (seed coat colour, inflorescence colour, seedling ... -
Natural resources utilization by the Aweer in Boni-lungi and Dodori national reserves, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)A study was conducted to record the utilization of Boni-Lungi and Dodori National Reserves by the Aweer community. Results indicate the procuring of a wide gamut of provisional, regulatory, cultural and supportive services ... -
Development of the definitive kidney in the cynomolgus monkey (Macaca fascicularis)
(University of Nairobi, 1996-04)Formation of the definitive kidney in Macaca fascicularis embryos was investigated using light and electron microscopy. Appearance of the definitive kidney at stage 14 was indicated by the ureteric bud invading the ... -
Morphogenesis of the foetal membranes and placenta of the root-rat (Tachyoryctes splendens (Rüppel))
(University of Nairobi, 1991)The morphogenesis of the foetal membranes and placenta of the root-rat Tachyoryctes splendens was studied by light microscopy. Implantation of the blastocyst is antimesometrial. The mode of implantation is secondary ... -
A PCR system for detection of species and genotypes of the Echinococcus granulosus-complex, with reference to the epidemiological situation in eastern Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2004)We describe the development of a specific and sensitive PCR/semi-nested PCR system for the rapid diagnosis of Echinococcus granulosus genotype G1, E. granulosus genotype G6/7, and Echinococcus ortleppi (G5). Diagnosis of ... -
Oxfendazole Treatment for Cystic Hydatid Disease in Naturally Infected Animals
(University of Nairobi, 1998)Few chemotherapeutic agents are available for the medical management of hydatid disease caused by the parasite Echinococcus granulosus. In order to test the potential of oxfendazole for the treatment of infection with this ... -
Cattle production in Kenya
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Evaluation of fungal isolates as possible biocontrol agents against Striga hermonthica
(2014)Striga hermonthica is a parasitic weed which largely constrains maize and sorghum production in Western Kenya. The weed mostly invades small scale farms and depending on severity, it may cause damage ranging from 10% to ... -
Bovine tuberculosis in Rwanda : prevalence and economic impact evaluation by meat inspection at Societe d'Abattoir de Nyabugogo-Nyabugogo Abattoir, Kigali : original research
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Despite the significant public health burden of bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in Rwanda, the prevalence of bTB is poorly documented. This study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of bTB in cattle using gross examination ... -
Exploring Relevance of Agro Input Dealers in Disseminating and Communicating of Soil Fertility Management Knowledge: The Case of Siaya and Trans Nzoia Counties, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)In most parts of sub Saharan Africa (SSA), a lack of access to necessary agro-inputs contributes to low agricultural productivity and slows the overall economic growth and development. Agro-input dealers make inputs more ... -
Secondary school teachers’ understanding of energy flow in ecosystems: carbon sink and sequestration perspective
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The energy and other environmental conservation measures are emerging issues of concern all across the world. The awareness on climate change and sustainable environmental resource utilization are being discussed globally ... -
Seasonal variations of nematode assemblages and diversity in vertisols, cambisols and arenosols soil groups in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Soil health assessment has been based on narrow disciplinary approaches that overlook the multiple and interacting biological processes that are the basis of sustainable crop productivity. This study was carried out ... -
Potential of biological control agents, organic amendments and crop rotation on root-knot nematodes
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Integrated approaches are fast gaining popularity in the management of root knot nematodes ( Meloidogyne spp.). This study was undertaken to assess the potential of integrating a biological control agent ( Pochonia ...