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Assessment of phenotypicand genetic variation against pod borer among a subset of elite pigeonpea (Cajanus cajan) genotypes in Kenya
(Australian Journal of Crop Science, 2019)Molecular marker information supported by quality morphological data facilitates the choice of suitable parents for applied breeding. The main aim of this study was to assess genetic diversity among 55 cultivated yield ... -
Assessment of Phonics Instructional Method in English Language Reading Readiness of children in class one at Kericho Rehabilitation School, Kenya.
(Journal of African interdisciplinary studies, 2019)English Language Reading Readiness (ELRR) is preparation of children by giving them the chance to improve the ability to listen, and speak effectively, to apply the desired vocabulary, and develop the appropriate academic ... -
ASSESSMENT OF PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP APPROACH IN WATER SUPPLY AND SANITATION SERVICES TO HOUSEHOLDS IN BUSIA MUNICIPALITY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2014)Access to safe drinking water remains a challenge for most developing countries including Kenya, which is seen as a water-scarce Country. To enhance its provision, many initiatives have been put in place by the Government ... -
ASSESSMENT OF RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GENDER ROLES AND FOOD SECURITY AMONG RURAL HOUSEHOLDS IN BARINGO NORTH SUB COUNTY, KENYA
(2018)Agriculture is the main contributor to rural livelihoods and food security in developing economies. However, household agricultural productivity and food security is a function of resource investments that are often subjected ... -
ASSESSMENT OF SCHOOLS SECURITY PREPAREDNESS AND STUDENTS SAFETY: A CASE OF PUBLIC BOARDING SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN TRANS-NZOIA COUNTY, KENYA
(2019)The Kenyan government is committed to ensure access, equity, participation, retention, completion and quality of education at all levels. Education is bound to be affected if safety and security concerns of students ... -
ASSESSMENT OF SELECTED HEAVY METALS CONCENTRATIONS IN FRESH FRUITS AND HEALTH IMPLICATIONS TO CONSUMERS IN ELDORET TOWN, KENYA
(2016-05-20)This study assessed levels of selected heavy metals (Lead, Chromium and Cadmium) in oranges and mangoes sold in Eldoret town and their health implications to consumers. A total of one hundred and eighty (180) samples were ... -
ASSESSMENT OF SELECTED HEAVY METALS CONCENTRATIONS IN FRESH FRUITS AND HEALTH IMPLICATIONS TO CONSUMERS IN ELDORET TOWN, KENYA.
(University of Eldoret, 2013)This study assessed levels of selected heavy metals (Lead, Chromium and Cadmium) in oranges and mangoes sold in Eldoret town and their health implications to consumers. A total of one hundred and eighty (180) samples were ... -
AN ASSESSMENT OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC LINKAGES BETWEEN PROTECTED AREAS AND ECO-TOURISM PERFORMANCE IN KARURA FOREST, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2015)Eco-tourism performance with socio-economic impact by local community in peri-urban Protected areas (PAs) presents policy challenges on management and administration. Presently PAs are affected by demographic pressure ... -
ASSESSMENT OF SOIL COMPACTION LEVELS BY FARM MACHINERY IN CULTIVATED SANDY LOAM SOILS
(University of Eldoret, 2015)The increasing soil degradation due to soil compaction may be linked to the increase in weight of agricultural machinery, in the more use of machinery even under unfavorable soil conditions and to poor crop rotation. The ... -
ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECT OF AMMONIUM SULPHATE PROCESSED FROM ANAEROBIC PASTEURIZATION DIGESTER LATRINES EFFLUENT ON SOIL pH AND YIELDS OF PEAS (Pisum sativum)
(University of Eldoret, 2017)Improper disposal of human waste is one of the developing world’s most serious health problems due to pollution of the environment. Food production is also dwindling due to soils’ nutrients loss to leaching caused by ... -
ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTS OF EFFLUENT FROM MUMIAS SUGAR FACTORY ON WATER QUALITY AND PHYTOPLANKTON SPECIES DIVERSITY OF RIVER NZOIA, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2016)Phytoplankton species diversity were used to assess the effects of effluent from Mumias sugar factory on water quality in Kenya, on River Nzoia downstream of the discharge point in relation to variations in water quality ... -
Assessment of the Ploidy Level Diversity by Chloroplast Counts in Stomatal Guard Cells of Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Mutants
(Asian Journal of Research in Crop Science, 2019)Aims: Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is the most important staple food in the world and plays an important role in food and nutritional security. Induced mutation generates variation within potato germplasm to widen the ... -
ASSESSMENT OF THE PREPAREDNESS OF TVET INSTITUTIONS FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPETENCY-BASED EDUCATION AND TRAINING IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING COURSES IN SELECTED COUNTIES, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2023-10)Competence Based Education and Training (CBET) is an outcome based model through which skills, attitude and knowledge is imparted to individual learner. The model focuses on what a trainee can do and is practical in nature. ... -
Assessment of theFisheries Status in River Molo to Guide the Management on its Fisheries
(African Journal of Education, Science and Technology, 2018)Rivers provide a suite of ecosystem goods and services to fisheries as well as water that benefit the domestic and industrial use of the riparian communities. The increasing intensification of ... -
Assessment of Upland Rice Production Constraints and Farmers’ Preferred Varieties in Liberia
(INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN SOCIAL SCIENCE (IJRISS), 2023-02)Rice (Oryza spp) is the primary staple food crop for over 5.3 million people in Liberia that significantly contribute to food security. Despite the numerous benefits of rice, its production in Liberia has remained heavily ... -
Assessment of water demand dynamics in Arror watershed in Elgeyo Marakwet County, Kenya
(Journal of Water and Climate Change, 2019)Water scarcity is a serious problem worldwide, which heightens the need to understand watershed dynamics and their impact on water quantity. The study examined water demand using the WEAP (Water Evaluation and Planning) ... -
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 ... -
ASSESSMENT OF WIND CHARACTERISTICS AND POWER POTENTIAL AT KESSES LOCATION - UASIN-GISHU COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2015)Wind energy is increasingly becoming popular all over the world as a green energy source for electricity generation since it is renewable and environmentally friendly. Pioneer wind turbines for electricity generation ... -
ASSESSMENT OF ZINC, LEAD AND CADMIUM CONTRIBUTIONS TO DIABETES AND HYPERTENSION: A CASE STUDY OF MARAKWET EAST AND MARAKWET WEST SUB COUNTIES
(University of Eldoret, 2022)Globally, chronic heavy metal poisoning is of global concern, aggravated by human activities in the world leading to food and drinking water quality issues. This study assessed the relationship between heavy metals and ... -
Assessment on Guava Diversity, Production and Utilization in Taita Taveta County, Kenya
(AJEST, 2021-10)Psidium guajava L. is an important tropical fruit grown for its nutritional benefits and medicinal uses. The crop mainly grows unattended; sprouting from seeds dispersed unintentionally and fruit utilization in Kenya has ...