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Effectiveness of “PREP-PAC” Soil Fertility Replenishment Product on Performance of the Diversified Maize–Legume Intercrops in Western Kenya
(Springer, Dordrecht, 2011)
Western Kenya region is densely populated, with population densities ranging from 500 to 1200 persons/km2. This has resulted in reduced land sizes, continuous cropping, high rates of soil nutrient depletion, and food ...
Technical efficiency among the bulrush millet producers in Kenya
(Academic Journals, 2011-08-18)
South Rift Valley, which has some of the highest poverty levels in Kenya would greatly benefit from increased production of bulrush millet as it will both improve the diet and contribute to household income. Though south ...
Gender aspect in adoption of commercial poultry production among peri-urban farmers in Kericho Municipality, Kenya
(Academic Journals, 2011-07-30)
The main objective of this study was to assess the extent of gender effects on adoption of intensive commercial poultry production system by peri-urban farmers. The sample frame was divided into two strata made up of ...
Economic analysis of soil fertility restoration options in potato bean of gardening intercropping in south rift, Kenya
(Academic Journals, 2011-09-26)
Soil fertility management options to restore soil fertility depletion have been developed and these consist of inorganic and organic fertilizer applications. However, the adoption rates by smallholder farmers for these ...
Effect of PREP-PAC application on soil properties, maize, and legume yields in a Ferralsol of Western Kenya
(Taylor & Francis Group, 2011-11-01)
High rates of soil depletion, food insecurity, and poverty are widespread in western Kenya, which calls for urgent and affordable solutions. A field experiment was carried out during 2003 short rains and 2004 long rains ...