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Identification of novel sources of resistance genes to ug99 predominant variants of stem rust in Kenyan and introduced wheat germplasm and their inheritance

Kosgey, Zennah Chepkoech (Egerton University, 2015-08)

Stem rust (Puccinia graminis f.sp. tritici- Pgt) disease is currently one of the major biotic constraints in wheat (Triticum aestivum) production worldwide. Access to diverse sources of genetic resistance is important in ...
Impact analysis of smallholder irrigation schemes on household poverty reduction in Swaziland - The case of Ntfonjeni and Ngwempisi rural development areas

Lamie, Sithole Nok’phiwa (Egerton University, 2014-11)

Sithole Nok’phiwa Lamie The most distinguishing feature between developed and developing countries is the relative poverty rates. Poverty scourge undermines lives of many in developing countries including Swaziland (63%). ...
Impact of agricultural exports on economic growth in Ethiopia: The case of coffee, oil seed and pulses

Tigist, Yifru (Egerton University, 2015-12)

More than 80 percent of the population in Ethiopia lives in rural areas and their main source of income is agriculture. Agriculture accounts for 45 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and employs 85 percent of the ...
Impact of farmer groups on crop enterprise productivity and economic welfare of smallholder farmers in South Kivu territories, Democratic Republic of Congo

Ochieng’, Dennish Otieno (Egerton University, 2012-08)

In spite of the efforts and the emergence of numerous group based interventions for technology dissemination, the productivity and technology uptake levels of smallholder farmers of South Kivu, democratic Republic of Congo ...
Influence of colour of agronet cover on pest infestation andtomato (Solanum lycopersicum l.) growth, yield and quality

Lang’at, Caroline Jelagat (Egerton University, 2018-05)

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is a nutritious vegetable consumed worldwide. Open field production faces a number of constraints including biotic and abiotic stresses. The general objective of the study was to enhance ...
Influence of dairy business models on economic performance and efficiency of smallholder dairy farmers in Nyandarua and Nandi counties

Murage, Pauline Wanjiru (Egerton University, 2018-11)

With the declining public investments in extension services in Kenya, smallholder farmers are accessing inputs and advisory services from private sector through diverse business models, namely producer organization driven, ...
Influence of different agronet covers on vegetative growth, yield and quality of African nightshade (Solanum scabrum mill.) and spiderplant (Cleome gynandra l.)

Ochieng, Obel Hesbon (Egerton University, 2018-04)

African indigenous leafy vegetables (AILVs) contribute significantly to improved nutrition and food security. However, the potential to meet the growing demand for AILVs has not been met. This study determined the effect ...
Influence of different coloured agronet covers on water use efficiency, insect pest populations, yield and quality of french bean (Phaseolus vulgaris l.)

Munywoki, James Ngelenzi (Egerton University, 2017-05)

French bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) is among the leading export vegetables in Kenya, intensively grown by small scale farmers. Despite the economic importance of the crop, many growers are still not able to achieve maximum ...
Influence of farmer field school extension approach on smallholders’ knowledge and skills of dairy management technologies in Molo Division, Nakuru District of Kenya

Makori, John Abuga (Egerton University, 2007-07)

Implementation of Farmer Field School (FFS) extension approach in disseminating knowledge and skills on management technologies for crop production, crop pests, soil and water conservation (CPSWC) has had proven successes. ...
Influence of farmer organizations as a market information system on market access and income of smallholder vegetable farmers in Babati District, Tanzania

Aku, Aika O. (Egerton University, 2017-11)

Vegetable production is of great importance in terms of nutrition improvement, income generation and food security. Africa Research in Sustainable Intensification for the Next Generation (Africa RISNG) action research ...
Influence of gender access to and control over resources on milk production among smallholder dairy farmers in Kabarnet Division, Baringo District

Tallam, Esther Jepkenei (Egerton University, 2009-10)

Gender is a critical variable in the development process. However, many studies done on gender have indicated that there is lack of gender disaggregated data, especially on women’s contribution to smallholder dairy farming. ...
Influence of microfinance participation and socio-economic factors on dairy commercialization: The case of smallholder farmers in Bomet County, Kenya

Cheruiyot, Kiprotich (Egerton University, 2016-05)

Dairy commercialization is constrained by several factors including lack of funds. Access to financial services such as credit and savings were identified as important instruments to curb these financial challenges. ...
Influence of selected factors on rabbit production among smallholder farmers in Subukia, Nakuru County, Kenya

Wambugu, Simon Gichohi (Egerton University, 2015-08)

The main producers of rabbits in the world are Italy, Russia, Ukraine, France, China, Spain, Southeast Asia, Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya. In Kenya, farmers have made an effort towards food self sufficiency by raising various ...
The influence of selected factors on secondary school students’ access to the school farm for teaching and learning practical aspects of agriculture in Masaba North Sub-County, Kenya

Evelia, Vugutsa Josephine (Egerton University, 2014-11)

The central aim of agricultural education at secondary school level is to train students in basic principles of agriculture and develop their skills. Although most schools offering agriculture subject have the school farm, ...
Influence of selected school related and student related factors on the choice of agriculture subject among secondary school students in Uriri Sub-County, Kenya

Ongang’a, Peter Odhiambo (Egerton University, 2016-02)

Choice of subjects of study in secondary schools happens globally, more so in the developing countries. In Kenya, the Ministry of Education (MOE) requires that secondary school students register for a minimum of seven and ...
Influence of selected teacher demographic characteristics on diversity management in teaching of agriculture in secondary schools in Homabay County, Kenya

Mborih, Peter Otieno (Egerton University, 2020-06)

With gradual recognition of diversity among learners by teachers and school administrators‘ world over; diversity in education remains key in managing learners. Although policy guidelines on elimination of discrimination ...
Influence of social capital on producer groups’ perfomance and market access amongst smallholder french bean farmers in Kirinyaga County

Korir, Hillary Cheruyot (Egerton University, 2015-07)

Market access is a major constraint facing agricultural commercialization in Kenya. The pressure on arable land and market changes are mainly felt by the smallholder farmers who are faced with high transaction costs such ...
Influence of social networks on agricultural commercialization. Case of tissue culture banana in Murang’a County, Kenya

Kamau, Joram Ngugi (Egerton University, 2015-11)

Information asymmetry has been recognized as a major impediment to small holder agricultural commercialization in most parts of sub-Saharan Africa. Theoretical and empirical studies in economics and sociology argue that ...
Influence of young farmers’ club of Kenya activities on students’ performance in Kenya certificate of secondary education agriculture in Rongai Sub-County of Nakuru, Kenya

Njoroge, David (Egerton University, 2015-08)

Data analysis was carried out using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) Version 20. The study indicated there was no statistically significant difference between the mean scores in KCSE Agriculture ...
Intrahousehold decision making and implications on food security among smallholder farmers in Chepalungu constituency, Bomet County, Kenya

Cheruiyot, Peter Langat (Egerton University, 2016-10)

Food insecurity is still prevalent in many parts of the world. Despite several research attempts to alleviate food insecurity in Kenya, estimates indicate that approximately 50% of Kenyans are food insecure with 10% in ...

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