Browsing School of Agriculture, Environment, Water and Natural Resources Management (CS) by Subject "Zea mays"

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Adoption of improved maize technology in Eastern Kenya following a community based farmer training project. Maize Productivity Gains through Research and Technology Dissemination

Nguluu, Simon N.; Ransom, J. K.; Ariithi, C. C. K.; Muhammad, L. (1996-06)

A survey was conducted in March 1993 in Mtito Andei Location in semi-arid eastern Kenya to capture information on farmers' adoption of technology, their reaction to the improved maize seed and other technology demonstrated ...
Genetic biodiversity assessment and local seed systems of maize landraces among smallholder farmers in Western Kenya

Muasya, Reuben M.; Anjichi, V. E.; Gohole, L. S.; Rao, N. K.; Muui, C. W. (African Crop Science Society, 2005)

Maize is the main staple food in Kenya and adoption rates for improved varieties is high. Smallholder farmers grow over 75% of the maize crop in Kenya. Breeders consider that some local varieties hold potential value for ...

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