University of Eldoret Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
Voici les éléments 41-60 de 2006
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EVALUATION OF PHYSICOCHEMICAL, FUNCTIONAL AND SENSORY CHARACTERISTICS OF SELECTED IMPROVED CASSAVA VARIETIES DEVELOPED THROUGH GAMMA IRRADIATION
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Cassava has significant potential for utilization and diversification at household and industrial levels. New varieties (CAS 1, CAS 2, and CAS 3) with proven high yields and disease resistance were previously developed ... -
Response of Rice Beans (Vigna umbellata) to Different Phosphate Fertilizer Rates, Sources and Cropping Systems Established in Western Kenya
(International Journal of Plant & Soil Science, 2025-09)Rice bean despite being an underutilized crop is a multipurpose legume crop with a potential of improving food security in western Kenya. Acidic soils with low phosphate and organic carbon levels limit its production. ... -
THE EVALUATION OF IRISH POTATO PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES AMONG FARMERS OF MARAKWET WEST, ELGEYO MARAKWET COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Potato (Solanum tuberosum L) is a major food and cash crop in the Kenyan highlands like Elgeyo Marakwet county. It is widely grown by smallholder farmers and it contribute to food security, rural employment, and household ... -
Aerobic Composting of Antibioticcontaminated Manure: Degradation Processes and Their Effects on Greenhouse Gas Emissions
(International Journal of Plant & Soil Science, 2025-07)Introduction:The widespread use of antibiotics in livestock production results in significant excretion of unmetabolized residues in manure, posing risks such as the emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria(ARB), ... -
GENDER AND LIVELIHOOD DYNAMICS IN BAMBOO UTILIZATION AND COMMERCIALIZATION IN BUSIA AND ELGEYO MARAKWET COUNTIES, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Bamboo has the potential to enhance the livelihoods of smallholder farmers, generate employment, and foster community development. However, despite government and institutional initiatives aimed at promoting bamboo ... -
DIVERSITY OF SELECTED SORGHUM GENOTYPES USING MORPHOLOGICAL, MOLECULAR AND BIOCHEMICAL MARKERS
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) is a cereal ranked the fifth most vital cereal crop globally following maize, rice, wheat, and barley. It is versatile and is used in numerous culinary and feed products around the ... -
Effect of Leaf Harvesting on Yield Parameters and Seed Quality of Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.)
(Journal of Crops, Livestock and Pests Management, 2023-10)Kenaf (Hibiscus cannabinus L.) is an African Leafy Vegetable (ALV) which has a wide range of uses but mostly known as a fibre crop as opposed to vegetable. There is limited information on the seed quality aspects of kenaf ... -
CHARACTERIZATION OF CASSAVA (Manihot esculenta Crantz) GERMPLASM IN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) is a crucial income crop and staple food crop, providing substantial carbohydrates for millions globally and supporting small-scale farmers in Kenya. Due to incorrect characterization ... -
Smallholder Farmers’ Seed Sources in Rwanda for Unsubsidized System: Case of Common Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.)
(International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), 2024-10)This study was conducted in the Southern Province in four selected districts, namely Kamonyi, Muhanga, Ruhango, and Nyanza, of Rwanda, where bean seeds are not under the subsidy program, hence unclear seed sources and ... -
PERFORMANCE OF IMPROVED INDIGENOUS CHICKEN REARED ON SORGHUM-BASED RATIONS UNDER THREE PRODUCTION SYSTEMS IN WESTERN AND NORTH-RIFT REGIONS, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Improved indigenous chicken (IIC) contribute to nutritional requirements, socio-cultural benefits, and welfare of smallholder farmers. Maize as an energy source in chicken feed is becoming unrealistic due to high costs ... -
The Physical and Physiological Quality of Informal Seeds of Rwanda: Case of Common Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.)
(East African Journal of Agriculture and Biotechnology, 2024-10)This study was carried out at the laboratories of the Department of Seed, Crop, and Horticultural Sciences; School of Agriculture and Biotechnology; University of Eldoret, Kenya, on common bean seed samples collected ... -
SERUM HORMONE LEVELS AND MILK YIELD AMONG FRIESIAN CATTLE AT DIFFERENT PARITIES – THIRTY DAYS POST - PARTURIENT
(University of Eldoret, 2025)The study examined the interactions between feeds, parity, milk-yield and hormonal profile of Friesian cows during the 30- day into lactation. The study objective included: to investigate the impact of parity on weight ... -
VECTOR AUTOREGRESSION MODELING OF MALARIA INCIDENCE AND MORTALITY RATES IN MIGORI COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Malaria prevalence in poorer countries has been a persistent public health concern, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations such as children and pregnant women. Despite notable progress in scaling up malaria ... -
UTILIZATION OF SELECTED INFRASTRUCTURE AND ITS INFLUENCE ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN SUB COUNTY SCHOOLS IN UASIN GISHU COUNTY, KENYA.
(University of Eldoret, 2025)School infrastructure is a key pillar for the effective learning process in any educational institution. School infrastructure plays a crucial role in academic achievements by providing good learning environment that ... -
DETERMINATION OF THE EXTEND OF GROUNDWATER CONTAMINATION WITHIN THE VICINITY OF KIPKENYO DUMPSITE IN ELDORET MUNICIPALITY, UASIN GISHU COUNTY, KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)The increasing demand for groundwater as a primary source of water supply has raised concerns about its vulnerability to contamination, particularly in areas surrounding unmanaged dumpsites. Kipkenyo Dumpsite in Eldoret ... -
ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF ANNUAL WORKPLAN AND BUDGET PROCESSES ON PERFORMANCE OF COUNTY FOREST CONSERVANCIES IN KENYA
(University of Eldoret, 2025)Annual Workplan and Budget (AWP&B) are documents prepared annually by public organizations as required by the government policy for funds allocation by the treasury. It presents financial needs of an organization and the ... -
ANTIDIABETIC ACTIVITY OF LEAVES AND ROOT EXTRACTS OF KENYAN POPULATIONS OF DODONAEA VISCOSA ON STREPTOZOTOCIN (STZ) INDUCED DIABETIC RATS
(World Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Research, 2024-09)Diabetes is a metabolic disorder affecting more than 400 million people worldwide. There are three types of diabetes which includes type I diabetes mellitus (T1D), type II diabetes mellitus (T2D) and gestational diabetes. The ... -
Molecular phylogeny and genetic diversity of Dodonaea viscosa populations from North Rift and Coastal Kenya using ITS1 and rbcL markers
(International Journal of Applied Research, 2025-04)The genus Dodonaea (Sapindaceae) comprises slightly over 70 species. Dodonaea viscosa is a plant of Australian origin with seven subspecies. In Kenya, there are two subspecies. D. viscosa has been used medicinally to ... -
olecular Analyses of Genetic Variation and Phylogenetic Relationship in the Family Sapindaceae. A Review Paper
(Advanced Research Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 2025-08)The Sapindaceae, commonly known as the soapberry family, is a cosmopolitan group of approximately 1900 species across 144 genera, forming part of the economically and ecologically significant angiosperm order Sapindales. ... -
Propensity Score Matching Analysis of the Association between Instructor Competence and Utilization of Digital Tools in TVET Institutions of Uganda
(East African Journal of Education Studies, 2025)The effectiveness of online teaching in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions largely depends on instructor competence in utilizing digital gadgets. This paper utilizes the Propensity Score ...
