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INTEGRATING STRIGA MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVED MAIZE PRODUCTION IN WESTERN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2014)
Maize is an important crop in Kenya but is adversely affected by Striga hermonthica weed that reduces yields considerably, especially in Western Kenya. Single stand-alone management strategies for the weed have been used, ...
EFFECTS OF SPRINKLER IRRIGATION ON SOIL PHYSICAL PROPERTIES AND GREEN GRAM CROP YIELD
(University of Eldoret, 2014)
Kenya’s land area is 582,646 Km2 with 17% suitable for rain-fed agriculture and 83 %
classified as arid and semi-arid and cannot reliably support agricultural activities unless
under irrigation . Insufficient water ...
RESPONSE OF BARLEY (Hordeum vulgare L.) VARIETIES TO SEED AND NITROGEN RATES IN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2014)
There is difficulty in attaining malt grade barley since barley varieties recommended for malting must meet specific quality requirements and these demand specific agronomic practices. A study to develop appropriate agronomic ...
BIOLOGICAL MANAGEMENT OF ROOT KNOT NEMATODES (Meloidogyne spp.) USING AFRICAN LEAFY VEGETABLE, Crotalaria spp.
(University of Eldoret, 2014)
Root knot nematodes are a serious biotic production constraint affecting vegetable production in Kenya. The adoption of sustainable management strategies including the use of antagonistic plants is important in reducing ...