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Use of Calliandra Calothyrsus and Leucaena Tricandra Tree Species for Soil Nutrient Enhancement in Chuka Division, Central Highlands of Kenya
(2004-09)
The central highlands of Kenya are characterized by high soil and nutrient losses through soil erosion and leaching. Research has reported positive results from the use of appropriate vegetative contour hedges since they ...
An assessment of impact of charcoal making on distribution of some tree species in Kibwezi Division
(2002-05)
This study was carried out in Kibwezi Division, Makueni District Kenya. The
aim was to assess impact of charcoal making, abundance and distribution of
some selected tree species. The selected species were: Acacia tortilis ...
Private Investment in Urban Agriculture in Nairobi, Kenya
(2002-08)
This paper is based on two key case studies: Kenchic
Ltd and Farmer’s Choice Ltd. These two private
companies are important players in the Kenyan poultry
and pig industries, respectively. They support successful
agriculture ...
Soil Organic Matter Status under Different Agroforestry Management Practices in Three Selected Sites in Kenya
(2005-04)
Soil organic matter (SOM) plays an important role in ensuring a healthy soil status. This study was designed to evaluate the influence of organic resource management on SOM-related soil properties in the Kabetc, Maseno and ...
Smallholder Farmers' Marketing Channels for on-Farm Timber in Kenya: A Case of Embu District
(2003)
In response to the shrinking government-based natural and plantation forests, and the increasing population growth, smallholder farmers have turned to planting trees on their farms for commercial and domestic use. They ...
Assessment of the Opportunities and Challenges of Infrastructure Development and Service Delivery in Kianda Kibera Slums, Nairobi
(Kenyatta University, 2008)
Despite the increasing slum population, the problem of infrastructure and service delivery
remains largely unresolved in Kianda village, Kibera shims. This has led to increased
human and environmental health risks. This ...
Shifting Irrigation and its Effects on Community Livelihood and Environmental Quality in The Lower Ewaso Nyiro Basin, Isiolo District
(Kenyatta University, 2008)
This study set out to investigate the effects of shifting irrigation system on community livelihood and environmental quality along the Ewaso Nyiro river basin. The land area under irrigation schemes in Kenya is estimated ...