Faculty of Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine (FAg / FVM): Recent submissions
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Abundance and Distribution of Plant Parasitic Nematodes Associated With Sugarcane in Western Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of plant science and crop protection, 2008)A study was conducted to determine the factors influencing plant-parasitic nematode occurrence, abundance and distribution in the sugarcane fields. Four sugarcane growing zones; Nzoia, Mumias, West Kenya and Busia of Kenya ... -
Some Clinical Features of Osteoarthritis of the Hip Joint in Adult Dogs in Kenya
(Univesity of NairobiDepartment of Clinical studies, 2005)Clinical examination of forty German shepherd dogs with hindlimb lameness was conducted. The severity of lameness was classified as normal conformation, mild lameness or severe lameness attributable to the hindlimb and ... -
An abnormal estrual pattern in a goat (a case history)
(University of Nairobi.Clinical Studies Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, Kenya., 1977-08)No abstract available -
Seasonally dependent testicular apoptosis in the tropical Long-fingered bat (Miniopterus inflatus)
(Univ. Nairobi, dep. veterinary anatomy, Nairobi, KENYA, 1995)Testicular morphology of long-fingered bats trapped in March and early April (a period of sexual dormancy) was studied using both light and electron microscopy. The interstitial tissue, generally smaller in proportion to ... -
Mode of inheritance of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) traits for tolerance to low soil phosphorus (P)
(2007)Low soil phosphorus (P) has been singled out as a major constraint leading to perpetually low bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) grain yield far below the expected yield potential. In developing countries beans are mainly produced ... -
WHY PESTS AND DISEASES REGULATION SHOULD CONCERN MANKIND
(University of NairobiDepartment of plant science and crop protection, 2013)Nature, through balancing mechanisms, provides ecosystem services, comprising provisioning, regulating, cultural and supporting services for the survival of mankind (MEA, Ecosystems and human well-being: biodiversity ... -
Effects of paracetamol and acetylsalicylic acid on the post‐operative course after experimental orthopaedic surgery in dogs
(Univesity of NairobiDepartment of Clinical studies, 2008)In placebo-controlled cross-over trials in dogs, two ‘identical’ operations were performed on the forelimbs of each animal with an interval of 28 days, to evaluate how daily doses of 1.5 g paracetamol, 1.5 g acetylsalicylic ... -
The Functional Morphology and Adaptations of the Epididymis in a Testicndid Mammal, The Rufous Sengi (Elephantulus rufescens).
(Department of Veterinary Anatomy & Physiology, Univer sity of Nairobi, 2011)Sengis are testicondid African mammals that constitute Order Macroscelidae. The epididymal mo rphology in the rufous sengis ( Elephantulus rufescens ) was studied with focus on features and adaptations that make it ... -
Investigation into the prevalence of bovine cryptosporidiosis among small-holder dairy households in Dagoretti Division, Nairobi, Kenya.
(Department of Public Health, Pharmacology and Toxicology, 2007)To determine the prevalence of bovine cryptosporidiosis and knowledge of this disease among smallholder dairy households in Dagoretti Division, Nairobi, Kenya. Cross-sectional survey of 299 dairy households and 149 ... -
Effects of phenylbutazone and indomethacin on the post-operative course following experimental orthopaedic surgery in dogs.
(Univesity of NairobiDepartment of Vetinary Anatomy and physiology, 1989)Randomized placebo-controlled crossover studies were carried out in dogs to evaluate how two non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) might modulate an acute post-traumatic inflammatory reaction. Two "identical" ... -
Herbivore Dynamics in Southern Narok, Kenya
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Use of cereal border crops in management of aphid-transmitted viral diseases during seed potato (Solanum tuberosum) production
(University of NairobiDepartment of plant science and crop protection, 2009)A field experiment was conducted over two cropping seasons to investigate the effectiveness of cereal border crops in managing potato aphids and the associated viruses during seed potato production. Potato plots were ... -
Effects of age on erythrocyte magnesium, sodium and potassium concentrations in female dairy cattle
(University of Nairobi.Clinical Studies Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, Kenya., 1988)The effect of age on erythrocyte Mg, Na and K concentrations and the correlations between these parameters (EMg, ENa and EK) and other blood parameters were studied in female dairy cattle ranging from 1 week to over 8 years ... -
Evaluation of Border Crops against Infestation and Damage
(University of NairobiDepartment of plant science and crop protection, 2010)Hasheela, E.B.S., Nderitu, J.H., Olubayo, F.M., and Kasina, M. 2010. Evaluation of border crops against infestation and damage of cabbage by diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella). Tunisian Journal of Plant Protection 5: 99-105. -
The effect of age on erythrocyte magnesium concentrations of dairy cows during late pregnancy and early lactation
(University of Nairobi.Clinical Studies Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, Kenya., 1988)Blood samples were taken at weekly intervals from fifty four dairy cows (mainly Friesians and Jerseys) during the periods 8 weeks before and 8 weeks after calving. The cows were divided into two age groups; Group 1 consisting ... -
Congenital lymphoedema in an Ayrshire-Friesian crossbred female calf
(University of Nairobi.Clinical Studies Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, Kenya., 1989-07)No abstract available -
The association of plasma magnesium concentration and thyroid gland activity in young calves
(University of Nairobi.Clinical Studies Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, Kenya., 1988-08)No abstract available -
Changes in erythrocyte Mg, Na and K concentrations in late pregnancy and early lactation and their relationship with subsequent fertility and milk production in dairy cows
(University of Nairobi.Clinical Studies Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, Kenya., 1988-08)No abstract available -
INCIDENCE OF APHID-TRANSMITTED VIRUSES IN FARMER-PRODUCED SEED POTATO TUBERS IN KENYA
(University of NairobiDepartment of plant science and crop protection, 2011)A survey was carried out using structured questionnaire in six potato growing districts and twelve markets to establish seed potato production practices and determine incidence of viruses in farmers’ produced seed potato. ... -
Changes in concentrations of certain plasma and erythrocyte minerals associated with hypomagnesaemia in young calves.
(University of Nairobi.Clinical Studies Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Nairobi, Kenya., 1989-12)Hypomagnesaemia was induced in young calves 1-2 weeks old by feeding them with a diet composed of skimmed milk and barley straw to which urea, potassium chloride and soya-bean oil were added. Blood samples were collected ...
