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Effectiveness of Different Types of Synthetic Mulches in the Contorl of Aphids on Capsicum (Capsicum annum)
(University of Embu, 2019)
Capsicum, Capsicum annum, is a tender annual warm season vegetable crop grown in Kenya as
a major commercial crop. It can be grown both in the greenhouses or in the open field and under
rain or irrigation. Aphids are a ...
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, ...
Economic Impact of Rice Blast in Mwea
(University of Embu, 2019)
Rice is one of the most important cereal crops in Kenya coming third after maize and
wheat. It forms a very important diet for majority of Kenyans and is the source of livelihood in
the Mwea region, Kenya. The demand for ...
Effects of Different Rates of Nitrogenous Fertilizer Application on Aphid Infestation and Yields of Kales in Embu County
(University of Embu, 2019)
Kale (Brassica oleraceae var acephala) is green leafy vegetable rich in vitamins and minerals.
Management of nitrogen fertilizer has a direct effect on the aphid infestation of kales. Therefore,
this research study has ...
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 ...
Effects of Farmyard Manure on Growth and Performance of Solanum nigrum in Embu County
(University of Embu, 2019)
African nightshade (Solanum nigrum) is among the many leafy vegetables that continue
to be cultivated by Kenyan communities. The vegetable is rich in calcium, iron and vitamin A
and C. Farmyard manure has multiple ...
Effects of Mobile Money Services on SME Performance: A Case of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMES) in Embu County
(University of Embu, 2019)
The study sought to investigate the effect of mobile phone-based money transfer services on
Small and Medium Enterprises' financial performance in Kenya. The objectives of this study
were; to determine if mobile money ...
Challenges of E-Procurement Adoptions in Kenyan Public Sector (A case study of parastatal in ministry of Finance).
(University of Embu, 2019)
This study aimed to research e-procurement in the Public Sector with a view to investigate the
challenges in adoption of e-procurement. Current literature on Public Procurement indicates a
shift towards adoption of new ...
Working Capital Management Practices and Profitability of Textile Industries.
(University of Embu, 2019)
Working capital is a measurement used to define the differential between current assets and
current liabilities, in other words, assets that are expected to turn into cash in the near future
versus liabilities that require ...
The Effect of Effective Material Handling on the Profitability of a Manufacturing Company. A Case Study Bidco Africa Limited
(University of Embu, 2019)
Managing materials in an efficient manner has a positive impact on any any organization since it
allows organizations to reduce cost and meet customer's needs. The purpose of this study is to
establish the effects of ...