Faculty of Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine (FAg / FVM): Recent submissions
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Microbial safety of milk from vending machines in the informal settlements of Nairobi, Kenya
(Hindawi, 2021-10-07))e microbial quality of milk is an important parameter in determining its safety. Processes such as pasteurization are meant to ensure milk is safe for consumption; however, postpasteurization activities could lead to ... -
Trends and constraints of utilization of preserved cowpea leaves among households in arid and semi-arid lands in Kenya: a convergent mixed method study
(BMC, 2021-11-18)Background As much as local communities have employed traditional techniques of preservation to enhance availability and utilization of cowpea leaves, the efficiency of these techniques in achieving food security need to ... -
Processing methods affect phytochemical contents in products prepared from orange‐fleshed sweetpotato leaves and roots
(Wiley Online Library, 2020-12-25)Phytochemicals enhance human health by acting antagonistically on incidences of cancer and other chronic diseases. They are considered indispensable in a variety of nutraceutical, pharmaceuticals, and medicinal and ... -
Brucellosis: Prevalence with reference to East African community countries – A rapid review
(Wiley Online Library, 2021-01-09)Brucellosis is a zoonotic disease which is endemic to certain regions of the world including Sub-Saharan Africa. The aim of this article is to provide a recent and rapid review on brucellosis prevalence in East African ... -
Artemia salina as an animal model for the preliminary evaluation of snake venom-induced toxicity.
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Lethality and cytotoxicity assays of snake venoms and their neutralization by antivenom require many mice for the experiments. Recent developments have prompted researchers to seek alternative strategies that minimize the ... -
Breeding second-generation biofortified bean varieties for Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Micronutrient malnutrition is one of the most serious health challenges facing vast sectors of Africa's population, particularly resourcepoor women and children. Development and utilization of droughttolerant, biofortified ... -
Breeding runner bean for short‐day adaptation, grain yield, and disease resistance in eastern Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Runner bean (Phaseolus coccineus L.), also known as butter bean in Kenya, is a high value vegetable and grain crop traditionally grown in high altitudes (>1,800 m) of eastern Africa for domestic consumption and processing. ... -
Marker-assisted gamete selection for multiple disease resistance and grain yield in inter-gene pool and inter-racial populations of common bean
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Broadening the genetic base of existing breeding populations is crucial for increasing the variability and the chance of finding more promising genotypes. This study aimed at evaluating the agronomic performance and ... -
Genotype x environment interactions on seed yield of inter-racial common bean lines in kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Determination of yield stability is critical in identifying new common bean cultivars with either specific or broad adaptation in target environments. This study aimed to assess genotype by environment (g x e) effects on ... -
Standardization of cut size and pre-drying time of beef to mainstream pastoral processing in Kenya’s meat industry
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Deep-fried and sun-dried meat products represent a large part of the traditional meat products from pastoral regions of sub-Saharan Africa. However, unlike the sun-dried products, deep-fried products are not properly m ... -
Antidiabetic and Antioxidant Properties of Methanolic Extract for a Diabetic Supplement Developed from Drumsticks Leaves (Moringa Oleifera), Garlic (Allium Sativum) and Cinnamon (Cinnamomum Verum) Powders
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Diabetes Mellitus is a progressive and chronic metabolic disorder which is defined by high blood sugar levels. The disease is a result of insufficient insulin hormone secretion or its action. One of the methods to control ... -
Current knowledge and performance of existing charcoal coolers in improving the overall quality and shelf-life of French beans
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study investigates current knowledge and performance of existing technology, ‘charcoal coolers’ in improving the overall quality and shelf-life of French beans. Data was collected primarily from a household survey ... -
Impact of routine Newcastle disease vaccination on chicken flock size in smallholder farms in western Kenya
(PLOS ONE, 2021-03-18)Background Poultry represent a widely held economic, nutritional, and sociocultural asset in rural communities worldwide. In a recent longitudinal study in western Kenya, the reported mean number of chickens per household ... -
Anaemia Among Breastfeeding Infants (0-6 Months) And Associated Factors In A Low Income Urban Setting Of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Controversies surrounding exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life and the risk of developing anaemia exist. Studies worldwide have indicated uncertainties on the way forward given the World Health ... -
Diversity and economic importance of viral diseases of pepper (Capsicum spp.) in Eastern Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Pepper (Capsicum spp.) is an important vegetable crop in the Eastern Africa region where it is grown mainly by small-scale farmers. However, productivity of the crop is limited by many abiotic and biotic constraints. The ... -
Sero-prevalence and risk factors of Brucella presence in farm bulk milk from open and zero grazing cattle production systems in Rwanda
(Wiley Library Online, 2021-07-08)Background: Animal and human brucelloses have been reported in Rwanda, human brucellosis being linked to drinking inadequately heat-treated milk. However, information on Brucella detection and prevalence in milk produced ... -
Sensory Attributes of Composite Breads from Shelf Storable Orange-Fleshed Sweetpotato Puree
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Technological advances in baking have enabled the use of bread as a food vehicle for various nutrients through use of composite flours. Orange-fleshed sweetpotato (OFSP) puree subjected to cold chain storage has been ... -
Assessment of the knowledge and use of pesticides by the tomato farmers in Mwea Region, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Current cultivation of vegetables to meet food security standards requires the use of pesticides which reduce losses from pests and diseases. A cross-sectional survey for pesticides use in tomato farms was conducted in ... -
Current Status of Guava (Psidium Guajava L.) Production, Utilization, Processing and Preservation in Kenya: A Review
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The guava (Psidium Guajava L.) tree is extensively grown in the tropical and sub-tropical regions of the world. It is quite resilient, highly productive, has high economic returns and requires minimal care. The fruit ... -
Consumers’ awareness of the presence of pathogenic bacteria and pesticide residues on tomatoes sold in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Tomato consumed worldwide for its vitamins and bioactive elements can harbor postharvest bacteria and pesticide residues. A cross-sectional survey using a semi-structured questionnaire was done in 101 households in Kangemi ...
