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In vivo Safety of Dichloromethane-Methanolic Extract of Allium sativum in Normal Mice.
(2017)The indiscriminate use of Allium sativum in treatment of various diseases can pose a great danger to various body functions. Assessment of the effect of the extract on haematological and biochemical parameters can be used ... -
In-vitro Evaluation of Fungicide Sensitivity of Tomato Leaf Blight Pathogens
(Jurnal Pertanian Tropik (JPT), 2021)Tomato early and late blight diseases caused by Alternaria solani and Phytophthora infestans respectively, are constraints to tomato production globally. Conventional use of commercial synthetic fungicides in management ... -
IN-VITROEVALUATION OF FUNGICIDES SENSITIVITY OF TOMATO LEAF BLIGHT PATHOGENS ISOLATES Alternariasolani and Phytophthorainfestans
(Chuka University, 2021)Tomato early and late blight diseases caused by Alternaria solani(Ellis & Martin) Sorauer and Phytophthora infestansrespectively hinder tomato production globally. Use of fungicides in management of blight diseases has ... -
INCIDENCE AND PREVALENCE OF FUSARIUM WILT AND PHYTOCHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF CRUDE EXTRACTS OF Tithonia diversifolia (Hemsl.) A.Gray AND Kigelia africana (Lam.) Benth AND THEIR ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITIES AGAINST Fusarium oxysporum IN TOMATOES
(Chuka University, 2020-12)Kenya is one of the leading countries in Africa in tomato production. Production of tomato is 14% of the total vegetable and 6.72% of the horticultural crops produced in the country. It is a source of food, foreign exchange ... -
Incidence and Severity of Solanum lycopersicumBacterial leaf spot Caused by Xanthomonad species in Farms in Wanguru, Mwea, Kirinyaga County, Kenya
(IRE, 2019-04)Demand for tomato has increased tremendously but its production has been bedeviled by phytopathogens such as bacteria leaf spot. Studies have reported cases of bacteria leaf spot associated with tomato losses in ... -
Incidence and Severity of Turcicum Leaf Blight Caused by Exserohilum turcicum (pass.) Leonard and Suggs) on Sorghum Populations in Different Regions of Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya
(Journal of Scientific and Engineering Research, 2019)Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench) is a drought tolerant food crop preferred by subsistence farmers in dry areas which experience low annual rainfall. However, Turcicum Leaf Blight (TLB) caused by Exserohilum turcicum ... -
Increasing leaf harvest intensity enhances edible leaf vegetable yields and decreases mature fruit yields in multi-purpose pumpkin.
(Asian Research Publishing Network (ARPN), 2013-08)The popular Pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata Duchsene) in Kenya is the multi-purpose type, grown for its edible tender leaves, mature fruits and seeds. It requires appropriate management to realize high yields. Pumpkin is an ... -
Inculcation of Societal Norms in School System in Meru County, Kenya: An Afrocentric Perspective
(Chuka University, 2019-09)Modern societies have entrusted schools as key socializing agents. The school system is expected to inculcate positive societal norms into the learners. However, cases of negative behaviors that do not conform to acceptable ... -
Indigenous knowledge and applications of clay among rural communities in western Kenya
(2019-01)A survey was conducted in Western Kenya involving 281 respondents to ascertain the clay applications and its health effects on human beings. Household survey, focus group discussions and direct observation were ... -
Influence of Agriculture Advisory Services on Adoption of Sorghum Production Practices among Smallholder Farmers in Tharaka South Sub-County, Kenya
(Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology, 2022-08-16)The development and dissemination of agricultural advisory services (AAS) amongst smallholder sorghum farmers (SHFs) has played a crucial role in sorghum yield improvement in Kenya. However, there is limited information ... -
Influence of Availability of Sanitary Facilities on the Participation of the Girl-Child in Public Primary Schools in Garissa County, Kenya
(2015)Every child has the right to quality education and good health care. The government of Kenya introduced Free Primary Education to ensure all school aged children acquire basic education. Despite this government investment, ... -
INFLUENCE OF BIOPHYSICAL FACTORS VARIATION ON TREE SPECIES STRUCTURE AND COMPOSITION
(Chuka University, 2022)Forests are important for survival and development of human and other fauna. However, they are under degradation due to changes in biophysical factors affecting tree species structure and composition. Understanding ... -
Influence of Biozyme® on chlorophyll content, flowering and physiological maturity of potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) cultivars
(2013-09-19)The study was conducted at Egerton University in 2010/2011 in a split plot experiment, arranged in a randomized complete block design. The research was replicated three times and repeated once. Main plots were assigned ... -
INFLUENCE OF CHURCH INITIATED PROGRAMMES ON YOUTH RETENTION IN METHODIST CHURCH IN KENYA, NYAMBENE SYNOD
(Chuka University, 2022-09)Retention of youth in Church is becoming a great concern especially in the mainstream churches. Their migration from Church to Church and dropping out of the church has left a negative effect. In response to this, the ... -
INFLUENCE OF CULTURAL DYNAMICS ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN MEDIA FRAMING AND THE PERCEPTION OF OBESITY AMONG MIDDLE-AGED WOMEN IN NAIROBI COUNTY, KENYA
(International Journal of Communication and Public Relation, 2021)Purpose:To assess the moderating influence of cultural dynamics on the relationship between media framing and the perception of obesity among middle-aged women in Nairobi County, Kenya.Methodology:This ... -
INFLUENCE OF EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT ON RETENTION IN PRIVATE SECURITY FIRMS IN NAIROBI CITY COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09)The problem of employee retention is global and affects organizations in developing and developed countries. Even though a lot has been done towards stemming the low retention rate problem in private security firms, ... -
INFLUENCE OF ENTREPRENEURIAL ORIENTATION ON THE PERFORMANCE OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANUFACTURING ENTERPRISES IN NAIROBI CITY COUNTY, KENYA
(Chuka University, 2022-09)The declining trend in the value added by food and beverage subsector to manufacturing sector in Kenya and the resulting decline in manufacturing sector as evidenced by the sector’s contribution to GDP, employment and ... -
Influence of Entrepreneurship Training on Performance of Youth Owned Small and Medium Enterprises in Maara SubCounty, Kenya.
(2014)The purpose of this article is to explore the challenge of unemployment among the youth in Kenya and to examine how curriculum can be re-loaded to make it more appropriate in addressing youth unemployment taking into account ... -
INFLUENCE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP TRAINING PROGRAMMES ON THE PERFORMANCE OF YOUTH OWNED ENTERPRISES IN THE CASE OF LAIKIPIA EAST SUB COUNTY, LAIKIPIA COUNTY
(Chuka University, 2020-12)Youth enterprises play an important role in facilitating socio-economic development through job creation. Entrepreneurship training programs aim at equipping the youth with valuable skills such as critical thinking, decision ...