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Effect of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers on Growth and Yield of Cabbage
(University of Embu, 2019)Cabbage is a popular cultivar of the species Brassica oleracea. The crop is a vegetable rich pro vitamins ·A, C and E, magnesium, selenium which are important for human health. The objective of the study was to determine ... -
Effect of Organic and Inorganic Nitrogen Sources on Growth of Garden Peas (Pisum sativum L.)
(University of Embu, 2019)Garden pea is an important vegetable crop due to its high protein content and many other uses. The plant requires nitrogen which supports the plants rapid growth and encourages the healthy development of foliage, leaves, ... -
The Effect of Percutaneous Screw Fixation of Lateral Malleolus on Ankle Fracture Healing and Function
(Scientific Research, 2013-08)Purpose: To measure the effectiveness of using percutaneous intramedullary screw fixation of the lateral malleolus fracture on the healing and functional outcome of ankle fracture. Materials and Methods: Forty-six patients ... -
Effect of plant biomass, manure and inorganic fertilizer on maize yield in the central Highlands of Kenya
(2007)Soil fertility degradation remains the major biophysical cause of declining per capita crop production on smallholder farms in sub-Saharan Africa. Appropriate soil fertility regimes, are therefore, critical for improved ... -
The Effect of Plasticizers on Mechanical Properties and Water Vapor Permeability of Gelatin-Based Edible Films Containing Clay Nanoparticles
(Scientific Research, 2015-12)The effects of glycerol and sorbitol as two plasticizers on mechanical properties, water vapor permeability, thermal properties, color and capability of heat sealing of gelatin films (of phytophagous fish, bovine gelatin ... -
Effect of Poultry Fertilizer and Tithonia diversifolia on The Growth and Yields of Kales in Embu
(University of Embu, 2018)Land depletion and declining soil fertility are increasingly viewed as critical problems affecting agricultural activities and human welfare in Kenya. Despite the low soil fertility problem, effective demand for fertilizer ... -
The Effect of Procurement Practices on Supply Chain Performance of Selected Public Universities in Kenya
(Academic Research Publishing Group, 2020-11)In any institution, success is majorly determined by the procurement practices adopted and how well these procurement practices are implemented. The study sought to establish the effect of procurement practices on supply ... -
Effect of proper bookkeeping on the financial performance of small medium enterprises in embu county, kenya.
(UoEm, 2024-01-30)The goal of this study is to look at how proper bookkeeping affects financial performance of small medium enterprises in Embu County, Kenya. The research proposal was guided by the following research question; how does ... -
Effect of Pyrethrin Treated Nets on Tomato Pests Diversity and Abundance in the Nursery
(University of Embu, 2017)Tomato is a popular vegetable in Kenya and is extensively grown by small-scale farmers. In spite of the economic benefits to the farmers, insect pests remain one of the most significant constraints to tomato production. ... -
The Effect of Queuing Mechanisms First in First out (FIFO), Priority Queuing (PQ) and Weighted Fair Queuing (WFQ) on Network’s Routers and Applications
(Scientific Research Publishing, 2016-05)The paper presents the simulation results of the comparison of three Queuing Mechanisms, First in First out (FIFO), Priority Queuing (PQ), and Weighted Fair Queuing (WFQ). Depending on their effects on the network’s Routers, ... -
Effect of Reduced Tillage and Mineral Fertilizer Application on Maize and Soybean Productivity
(2012)Reduced tillage is said to be one of the potential ways to reverse land degradation and ultimately increase the productivity of degrading soils of Africa. We hypothesised that crop yield following a modest application of ... -
The effect of risk management on the financial performance of commercial banks in kenya
(UoEm, 2023-09-19)In the last years, industries have taken the global perspective hence diversifying their products and services offered. The research study was based in the sector of risk management with its effect on the financial performance ... -
Effect of Selected Economic Factors on Adoption of Cotton Production Among Small Scale Farmers in Evurore Ward, Embu County
(University of Embu, 2020)The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of selected economic factors on adoption of cotton production. Adoption of cotton production is a very important chance to improve the economy of Embu County. Since ... -
Effect of soil PH on distribution of soil organisms
(University of Embu, 2020)Soil pH is a very influential variable in soil. The degree of acidity and alkalinity of soil determines the type and number of soil organisms present in the soil. Presence of soil organisms is important because it improves ... -
Effect of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) grain conditions on occurrence of mycotoxin‑producing fungi
(BioMed Central, 2015)Background: Sorghum is a staple cereal crop that is well adapted to arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs). It has a potential of assuring food security and livelihoods in the ASALs. The objective of this study was to determine ... -
Effect of SP600125 on proliferation of embryonic stem cell
(Scientific Research Publishing, 2013-04)SP600125 is an inhibitor of c-Jun NH2-terminal kinase (JNK), which plays a fundamental role in regulating animal development. Using SP600125 to deal with the mouse embryonic stem cells, it is revealed that the number of ... -
Effect of Spacing on Growth and Yield of Sweet Pepper in Embu County
(University of Embu, 2018)Sweet pepper (capsicum annuum L.var.califonia wonder) belongs to the solanaceae family and is commonly referred to as capsicum, sweet pepper or green pepper. Among vegetables the crop ranks second after tomato in Kenya. ... -
Effect of supplemental feeding on habitat and crop selection by wild boar in Sweden
(Taylor & Francis, 2022-01)The wild boar population has increased rapidly during the last 2 decades in Southern and Central Sweden. This rise in population size has caused severe damages to agricultural fields through their foraging behavior. Given ... -
Effect of Technology and Information Systems on Revenue Collection by the County Government of Embu, Kenya
(2017)Improvement of revenue collection in counties is the key to meeting their financial obligations leading to realization of their mandate to offer quality and timely services to the residents, the demand for which may exceed ... -
Effect of technology and information systems on revenue collection by the county government of Embu, Kenya.
(2017-05)Improvement of revenue collection in counties is the key to meeting their financial obligations leading to realization of their mandate to offer quality and timely services to the residents, the demand for which may exceed ...