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Free-living nematode assemblages associated with maize residues and their ecological significance
(2021)
Return of plant residues to the soil is a sustainable way of enhancing
plant growth, health, and levels of soil quality. In Kenya, maize plant
residues are the most commonly returned plant material in many
agro-ecosystems. ...
Land use effects on termite assemblages in Kenya
(Heliyon, 2021-12)
Termites perform key ecological functions and they also cause crop damage. Land use change resulting from
agricultural intensification can result in changes in termite species diversity and abundance. Termite species
occurring ...
Root and soil health management approaches for control of plant-parasitic nematodes in sub-Saharan Africa
(Elsevier, 2021-10)
Smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) face several challenges that include pests and diseases. Plant-parasitic nematodes (PPN) reduce crop yields and affect their quality. They are an emerging threat to smallholder ...