Determination of Knowledge Based on Aflatoxin Poisoning among Broiler Farmers in Nairobi City County, Kenya
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Date
2023
Authors
Chepkosgei, Ruth
Njogu, Warutere Peterson
Nguhiu, Purity
Ojola, Patroba
Kirinyet, Joel
Koskei, Peter
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Microbiology Research Journal International
Abstract
Background: There is a scarcity of information concerning knowledge of aflatoxin contamination of
feeds among farmers even in aflatoxin-prone regions in Kenya. Thus, knowledge of aflatoxins in
feeds among poultry farmers is of paramount importance in designing plans to minimize risks of aflatoxin exposure. Therefore, this study sought to assess the Determinants of Knowledge on
Aflatoxin Among Broiler farmers in Nairobi City County, Kenya.
Methodology: The study utilized an analytical cross-sectional study design. A total of 240 farmers
were sampled from a population of 600 farmers within Nairobi City County. A structured
questionnaire was administered to farmers within Nairobi City County. SPSS version 26 was used to
analyze the data descriptively. Results were presented in tables and figures. Ethical approval was
sought from relevant authorities and parties before the commencement of the study.
Results: Results from the study show that the majority of the farmers (58.2%) had knowledge of
aflatoxin. There was a significant association (p<0.05) between the socio-demographic
characteristics of farmers and knowledge of aflatoxin.
Conclusion: The study concludes that the farmers had adequate knowledge of aflatoxin occurrence
in feeds and methods to reduce the contamination. There is a need for continuous sensitization of
farmers on aflatoxin, particularly on feed management practices by the Ministry of Agriculture and
Ministry of Health Division of Public Health in Kenya
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Keywords
Aflatoxin, contamination, detoxification
Citation
Chepkosgei, K. R., Njogu, W. P., Purity, N., Patroba, O., Joel, K., & Peter, K. (2023). Determination of Knowledge Based on Aflatoxin Poisoning among Broiler Farmers in Nairobi City County, Kenya. Microbiology Research Journal International, 33(2), 8-24.