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ECOLOGICAL CARRYING CAPACITY AND GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF NILE TILAPIA (Oreochromis niloticus) IN CAGE AQUACULTURE WITHIN KADIMO BAY, LAKE VICTORIA, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Fish production in the wild is decreasing globally due to a number of factors including overfishing, pollution, invasive species, and climate change effects. In Kenya, fisheries contribute less than 1% to the national ... -
Influence of net cages on water quality and trophic status of Lake Victoria, Kenya: The case of Kadimu Bay
(Lakes & Reservoirs, 2023)Water quality is a critical component regulating ecosystem functioning in aquatic habitats, requiring regular monitoring for sustainable ecosystem services. Cage fish farming has the potential to affect water quality ... -
Morphomeristic Characterization of Enteromius Species in Small Water-bodies of the North Rift, Kenya
(Journal of Aquatic and Terrestrial Ecosystems, 2024)Enteromius, a diverse genus of cyprinid fish native to tropical Africa, comprises around 350 species. These species inhabit various aquatic habitats, notably in Kenya’s North Rift region. Rivers and reservoirs in this ... -
Influence of Invasive Acacia melanoxylon on the Forest Stand Volumes and Annual Increment of Commercial Tree Species in Two Humid Forests (Nabkoi and Timboroa Forests, Kenya)
(Research journal of forestry, 2024)Background and Objective: The ecological relationship between Acacia melanoxylon invasion and forest ecology is not well understood in tropical humid forest ecosystems. Therefore, the main objective of this study was to ... -
Evaluation of Groundwater Potential Using Electrical Resistivity Method, in University of Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
(International Journal of Novel Research and Development, 2024)The deployment of electrical resistivity method in mapping the subsurface has been instrumental globally in understanding groundwater occurrence. In this study Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) interpreted results have ... -
Influence of Tree-Crop Distance on Growth of Pinus patula and Cupressus lusitanica in Plantation Establishment and Livelihood Improvement Scheme
(European Journal of Applied Sciences, 2024)The Plantation Establishment and Livelihood Improvement Scheme (PELIS), is an approach of raising young seedlings in a plantation whereby communities are given small areas of forest land with seedlings to till and take ... -
Emerging frontiers for blue growth in African Great Lakes: The potential for recreational fishing industry in Lake Victoria, Kenya
(Aquatic Ecosystem Health & Management, 2022)Sport fishing for Nile Perch and Tilapia are key attractions to recreational anglers on Lake Victoria. Existing hospitality establishments promote sport fishing with angling as the main form of recreational fishing. ... -
Lead and Cadmium Pollution: Implications for Health in Artisanal and Small Scale Gold Mining in Senegal and Kenya
(African Journal of Education Science and Technology (AJEST), 2024)Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) is a prevalent activity, characterized by lowtech equipment and inadequate Occupational Health and Safety Standards (OHS). The ASGM is a significant source of Potentially Toxic ... -
Allelopathic Effects of Vachellia nubica, Vachellia tortilis and Hyphaene compressa on Germination and Seedling Growth of Prosopis juliflora
(2024)Background: Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC is an invasive species negatively impacting plant ecology and livelihoods in introduced areas. Native tree species may produce allelochemicals that can inhibit growth of invasive ... -
Impact of Tree-Crop Distance on Pine (Pinus patula) Growth in Intercropping Under the Plantations Establishments Livelihood Scheme (PELIS)
(Research Journal of Forestry, 2024)Background and Objective: In the Plantation Establishment and Livelihood Improvement Scheme (PELIS) there is no recommended spacing between the crops and trees (microsite distances). Therefore, the study determined the ... -
ASSESSMENT OF THE ECOLOGICAL DRIVERS OF FISH SPECIES DISTRIBUTION, DIVERSITY AND ABUNDANCE WITHIN THE LITTORAL ZONE OF LAKE VICTORIA, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2024)In the face of global environmental change, understanding and predicting the effect of abiotic parameters and biotic interactions on fish communities is key to conservation and species recovery. A fish’s habitat includes ... -
INFLUENCE OF TREE - CROP DISTANCE ON GROWTH OF Pinus patula AND Cupressus lusitanica YOUNG PLANTATIONS IN A PELIS SYSTEM
(University of Eldoret, 2024)The success of plantation tree species’ growth from planting to canopy closure depends on optimal tree-crop distance. Several studies have examined tree-crop distance in explaining the growth of plantation tree species. ... -
MODELING LAND DEGRADATION IN UPPER TURKWEL WATERSHED AND IMPLICATIONS ON THE SUSTAINABILITY OF THE TURKWEL DAM RESERVOIR
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Sediment accumulation in water reservoirs with consequent shortening of the reservoir life is a growing global problem,the worst scenarios are common in tropical countries like the study area Turkwel watershed in Kenya. ... -
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FLUORIDE LEVELS AND PHYSICALCHEMICAL PARAMETERS IN SELECTED MEDIA IN UPPER RIVER NJORO CATCHMENT NAKURU COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Water is vital for life, but its quality determines its suitability for consumption. In 2020, 2 billion people lacked safe water services. Fluoride in water can be beneficial or harmful; the World Health Organization ... -
MANAGEMENT APPROACHES AND STREET FOOD VENDING OUTCOMES IN URBAN AREAS OF WESTERN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Street food (SF) vending is an informal livelihood activity found in most cities of the world where it meets the livelihood as well as the nutritional needs of millions of city residents. Research studies however indicate ... -
THE EFFECTS OF FERTILIZERS ON SOIL ECOSYSTEM HEALTH IN TOBACCO FARMS IN MIGORI COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Tobacco cultivation is associated with soil degradation because the crop is a heavy soilnutrients consumer. Due to this, there is a tendency of using excess inorganic fertilizers to curb the deficit, thus affecting the ... -
DRIVERS AND EFFECTS OF URBAN SPATIALIZATION IN KENYA: THE CASE OF KAPSABET TOWN IN NANDI COUNTY
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Urban areas are rapidly growing. Therefore, information on the actual extent of urban expansion, drivers and consequences of such are urgently needed for proper planning. The goal of this study was to assess Kapsabet ... -
ALLELOPATHIC EFFECTS OF Vachellia tortilis, Vachellia nubica, AND Hyphaene compressa ON EARLY GROWTH OF Prosopis juliflora
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Prosopis juliflora (Sw.) DC is an invasive species negatively impacting plant ecology and livelihoods in introduced areas. Native tree species may produce allelochemicals that inhibits growth of invasive species, resulting ... -
ABUNDANCE AND SPECIES RICHNESS OF SMALL TO MEDIUM-SIZED MAMMALS ALONG A GRADIENT OF HUMAN DISTURBANCE AT MAU FOREST COMPLEX, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Anthropogenic influence on biodiversity results from the burgeoning human population and the associated human agricultural and infrastructural needs. The Mau Forest Complex (MFC) is a biodiversity hotspot, however, species ... -
ASSESSMENT OF PHYSICAL-CHEMICAL PARAMETERS AND EPHEMEROPTERA, PLECOPTERA AND TRICHOPTERA (EPT) RICHNESS INDEX ALONG RIVER KIMININI, TRANS-NZOIA COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2024)Water plays a major role to human beings and their environs. These various uses range from domestic and industrial use, irrigation, recreational activities, transport, energy production and a habitat. Human activities ...
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