Use of farm-saved seed without treating encourage accumulation of seed borne pathogens which lead to outbreak and spread of diseases that result in poor emergence, crop stand, vigour, and reduction in yield. This study sought to determine the effect of seed treatment on
Read moreBiopesticides are derivatives of plants, microorganisms and insects. Substances from plants and animals have been used to manage diseases in crops, animals and humans. Reliance on nature to heal nature is a practice for many people around the world. Use of natural products was
Read morePreviously, porridge has been cereal based, consumed as a beverage or weaning food. Malnutrition among children has necessitated inclusion of legumes and roots in an effort to boost nutrient density. Therefore, the current study aimed at identifying the most acceptable porridge based on
Read moreVarious modes of edible coating application vary in their coat dispersion and film formation, hence the need to determine the most effective mode of application for cassava. Edible surface coatings have been found to be effective in preserving the quality of various food products. However, there
Read moreA visit to the Department of Agricultural Economics by Dr. Paul Demo (5th from the right) - Director of the International Potato Center (CIP), Sub-Saharan Africa region on 20th September 2023. The acting Chairman of the Department Prof. David Jakinda Otieno (6th from the right) and
Read moreThe University of Nairobi hosted the 2023 Student Summer School in Sustainable Development and Food Supply in Africa on the 7th to 8th of August 2023. The Summer School brought together twenty-eight, third, and fourth/final year undergraduate students from Universities
Read moreUniversity of Nairobi CMAAE Student Wins Best Student Award