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Influence of Banana Production Practices and Constraints in Banana Production among Small-holder Farmers in Masaba South Sub-County, Kisii County, Kenya
(International Journal of Life Science and Agriculture Research, 2024-12)Globally, consumption of banana (Musa spp) as fruit is due to its high nutritional and medicinal value and thus, it is considered as a powerhouse of nutrients that maintain good health. However, banana production has ... -
Characterization of Salmonella typhi from Shallow Well Water in Sogomo, Eldoret, Kenya and its Antimicrobial Sensitivity to Moringa oleifera Seed Extract.
(2024)Salmonella typhi is a gram negative, rod-shaped bacterium that cause typhoid fever disease, a significant cause of human mortality especially in the developing countries. This illness occurs after ingestion of Salmonella ... -
Variations in phytoplankton community structure: A case of Baharini reservoir, Eldoret, Kenya
(2024-11)Phytoplankton species composition and abundance within water bodies exhibit seasonal variation. The aim of this study was to obtain an overview of the variation of phytoplankton community structure during the rainy and dry ... -
Medicinal uses and pharmacological activity of Ximenia americana L. - A systematic review
(African Journal of Education Science and Technology (AJEST, 2024-10)Medicinal plants have traditionally been used as remedies for various ailments. Ximenia americana which belongs to the Olacaceae family is one of the plants used in traditional medicine in Africa. However, it is facing ... -
Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of Domestic Rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) (L) Ecotypes from Eight Selected Kenyan Counties Using Microsatellite Markers
(International Journal of Education, Science and Social Sciences, 2024-09)This study estimated the molecular diversity among Kenyan rabbit populations using microsatellites. Seven microsatellite loci were used in the study and eight counties were sampled purposively because they are the major ... -
Enhancing Growth of Upland Rice in Low Phosphorus Soil by Leveraging Root Morphological Traits
(Research in Agricultural Science, 2024-09)Low phosphorus (P) in the upland ecosystems negatively influence rice growth and cause significant yield losses. Upland rice to effectively adapt to low P in upland agroecosystems requires a suite of novel root traits. ... -
Bacteriological Quality of Fresh Beef Sold Within Eldoret Municipality
(African Journal of Education, Science and Technology, 2023)Meat is the primary source of proteins in many parts of Africa. In many cases however, it is major point of entry of many zoonotic diseases. Further, due to the long procedures involved in the meat industry, it is also ... -
Cellulolytic activity of bacteria from the gut of termites (Macrotermes michaelseni) from Eldoret and Kakamega
(African Journal of Microbiology Research, 2021)Cellulose degrading bacteria in termites are important plant degraders as they play an essential role in digesting cellulose for termites. This study aimed to identify cellulose degrading bacteria in termites (Macrotermites ... -
Cellulolytic activity of bacteria from the gut of termites (Macrotermes michaelseni) from Eldoret and Kakamega
(African Journal of Microbiology Research, 2021-10)Cellulose degrading bacteria in termites are important plant degraders as they play an essential role in digesting cellulose for termites. This study aimed to identify cellulose degrading bacteria in termites (Macrotermites ... -
Leishmania Parasite Infections and Blood Meal Source Apportionment in Sand Fly Vector Species in Mt. Elgon Habitats (Kenya)
(Journal of Biology, Agriculture and Healthcare, 2022-06)Aim:The aim of the current study was therefore to determine the leishmania parasite infections and blood meal sources in Mt. Elgon, Kenya. Methodology: A total of 400 blood fed female sand flies were randomly selected ... -
Effects of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizer on the Population Dynamics of Soil Microorganisms in Tea Rhizosphere at Kericho, Kenya
(International Journal of Plant & Soil Science, 2023-06)The long-term cultivation of tea (Camellia sinensis L.) alters microorganism communities in the rhizosphere; it can increase saprotrophs, pathogenic microorganisms and reduce symbiotrophs. Fertilizers are sources of plant ... -
Concurrent Infections Among Pyretic Children Seeking Treatment at Alupe Sub County Hospital, Busia County, Kenya
(European Journal of Applied Sciences, 2023-10)Fever is a frequently occurring medical symptom and may result from many divergent conditions ranging from mild to potentially serious. Children typically get high and fast – occurring fevers, reflecting the effects of the ... -
Current Knowledge and Perception of Edible Grasshopper/Locusts’ Consumption in Western Kenya
(Psyche: A Journal of Entomology, 2023-10)Edible insects play an important role as a protein source of high-nutritional value in the western region of Kenya. However, current knowledge on edible grasshopper/locust species consumed in western Kenya and the perception ... -
Morphological and Yield Characteristics Diversity among Pumpkin Accessions in Kenya
(Journal of Crops, Livestock and Pests Management, 2023-10)Genetic diversity and yield potential of Kenyan Cucurbit genotypes is not known. A study was set up to determine the genetic diversity and yield of pumpkin accessions. The experiment was carried out in two field sites using ... -
Effects of diet on the nutritional composition of the desert locust Schistocerca gregaria (Orthoptera: Acrididae)
(African Journal of Tropical Entomology Research, 2023-03)The desert locusts, Schistocerca gregaria have a great history of being used as food. They are rich in proteins, minerals, fibre, and fats. An experiment was conducted to determine the effects of diet on the nutritional ... -
Identification and Determination of Wild Yam Distribution in Kenya
(International Journal of Research in Environmental Science (IJRES), 2023-06)Yam (Gen. Dioscorea) comprise globally distributed plants, a few of which are domesticated as a food crop. Some of the wild species are also harvested for their starchy tubers and tubules or as herbals, among several ... -
Microplastic Pollution in Terrestrial Ecosystems and Its Interaction with Other Soil Pollutants: A Potential Threat to Soil Ecosystem Sustainability
(MPDI, 2023)he production and disposal of plastics have become significant concerns for the sustain- ability of the planet. During the past 75 years, around 80% of plastic waste has either ended up in landfills or been released into ... -
Contributions of Climatic Smart Agricultural Practises on Adaptation to Climate Change among Small holder farmers in Nyaribari Chache Sub-County, Kisii County
(International Journal of Life Science and Agriculture Research, 2023)Smallholder farmers are usually susceptible to the effects of climatic variations. Most of these farmers, their agricultural activities are greatly rainfall dependent and compounded by their acute poverty, poor ... -
Assessment of Weed Species Traits, Germination to Flowering duration and Crops Affected on Farms in Kisii Central Sub County, Kisii County, Kenya
(University of Eldoret, 2023-04)Weed invasion is one of the greatest challenges affecting smallholder farming in Kenya. Timely and effective weed management needs knowledge on weed species traits and their nature of growth. This study aimed at assessment ... -
Conservation and variation in the region of the Theileria parva p104 antigen coding gene used for PCR surveillance of the parasite
(Parasitology Research, 2023)The range of the protozoan parasite Theileria parva, which causes East Coast fever in cattle, has been expanding to countries where it has not previously been detected, as a result of cross-border domestic cattle movement. ...
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