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Adoption and adaptation of nutrient replenishment technologies by farmers in Kirege sub-location of Central Kenya

Muriu, Felista W.; Kung'u, J.; Karega, R.; Njuki, J.; Mucheru-Muna, M.; Mugendi, D. (2005)

Soil erosion, continuous cultivation, reduced land productivity, population pressure on land, low income, inappropriate and inadequate use of farm inputs such as fertilizers are some of the interrelated problems experienced ...
Education level Influenced Soil Degradation Perception in a semi - arid environment of Makueni County

Kimiti, Jacinta M. (2014-11)

Small-holder farmers have indigenous knowledge on farm soil fertility status. However, the knowledge vary from one place to another and in most cases the information Is scantly documented. To address this problem we ...
Evaluation of household soil conservation technologies in arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs) (the case of Kitui central, Mulala and Wote divisions in Kenya)

Kauti, Matheaus K.; Kanui, Titus I.; Wambua, Raphael; Mwobobia, Royford M. (SCIENCEDOMAIN International, 2016)

The study aimed at establishing the status of soil conservation technologies in arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs) in Kitui Central, Mulala and Wote divisions in Kenya. The survey was carried out between July and August 2010. ...
Use of wheat straw, soybean trash and nitrogen fertiliser for maize production in the Kenyan highlands

Muasya, Reuben M.; Okalebo, J. R.; Palm, C. A.; Gichuru, M.; Owuor, J. O.; Othieno, C. O.; Munyampundu, A.; Woomer, P. L. (1999)

Making best use of available crop residues is an important component of integrated nutrient management. A field study was conducted over two seasons (1997 and 1998) in Kenya that examined use of wheat straw, soybean trash ...
Utilisation of Zai pits and soil fertility management options for improved crop production in the dry ecosystem of Kitui, eastern Kenya

Getare, Ednah K.; Mucheru-Muna, Monicah; Muriu-Ng’ang’a, Felista; Ndungu, Charles K. (Academic Journals, 2021-12)

This study sought to address challenges faced by smallholder farmers in the drylands of Eastern Kenya including soil fertility decline and low profitability resulting from poor soil and water conservation measures. An ...
Zai technology and integrated nutrient management for improved soil fertility and increased sorghum yields in Kitui county, Kenya

Kebenei, Mercy C.; Mucheru-Muna, Monicah; Muriu-Ng’ang’a, Felista; Ndung’u, Charles K. (Frontiers Media, 2021-11)

Deteriorating soil fertility, low unreliable rainfall and soil moisture stress has resulted to low crop yields among farmers of sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), necessitating a search for more sustainable production practices. ...

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