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Determination of host specificity and resistance of sesame to Ralstonia solanacearum
(University of Embu, 2019)
esame is a valuable source of vegetable oil. In spite the importance of this crop, little
information is available on the infestation of this crop by Ralstonia solanacearum the pathogen
that causes bacterial wilt in ...
Effects of Organic Manure on Growth and Yield of Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)
(University of Embu, 2019)
This research was carried out at the university of Embu farm to determine the yield of
lettuce (Lactuca sativa) when fertilized with cow manure. The treatments were cow manure
applied at the rates of 0 t/ha, 5 t/ha, 15 ...
Comparative Load of Escherichia coli in DAM3 AND DAM5 Of the University of Embu
(University of Embu, 2019)
Escherichia coli (E.coli) hardiness, versatility, broad use and ease of handling have made it the
most intensively studied and best understood organism worldwide. However, research on
E.coli has primarily examined it as ...
Isolation and Characterization of Bacterial Coliforms in Yoghurt Produced at The University of Embu Dairy Farm
(University of Embu, 2019)
his study aimed at isolating and characterizing bacterial coliforms in yoghurt produced at the
University of Embu dairy farm. 250 ml yoghurt was used for experimentation at the
microbiology laboratory(lab). MaCconkey ...
Starch Degrading Bacteria Species in Embu County, Kenya. A Case of Microhabitats in University of Embu Farm
(University of Embu, 2019)
Starch is the most abundant storage polysaccharide of plants and the chief source of
carbohydrates for humans and is therefore of considerable economic importance. The
polysaccharide is deposited plants in the form of ...
Diversity and Anti-Microbial Resistance Profiles of Selected Bacterial Species in Chicken Droppings from a Poultry Farm in Juja Farm
(University of Embu, 2019)
Indigenous chicken production in most African countries including Kenya is traditionally based on
free feed resources available in the surrounding environment. There is high risk of zoonosis that
could be an important ...
Antimicrobial Activity of Citrus limon on Escherichia coli Indicator Strain
(University of Embu, 2019)
The purpose of this research was to evaluate antimicrobial activity of Citrus limon on pathogenic bacterial
species Escherichia coli. Lemon is a citrus fruit and is an important medicinal plant of family Rutacea. It ...
Pathogenic Fungal Diversity in Onions (Allium cepa) from Different Growing Regions of Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)
Onions in storage are affected by different species of fungal pathogens causing rots
leading to huge monetary losses. In addition, the fungal pathogens are a health risk to
onion consumers. We seek to study the diversity ...
Effects of Capital Structure on Financial Performance of Deposit-Taking Saccos in Embu County
(University of Embu, 2019)
This research sought to determine the effects of capital structure on financial performance of
deposit taking SACCOS in Embu County. Capital structure refers· to how firms fund their
operations to enable them continue ...
The Effect of Capital Structure on Profitability of Microfinance Institutions in Kenya
(University of Embu, 2019)
The challenges faced by microfinance institutions in their capital structure satisfied the conduct
of this study, which assessed the impact of capital structure on the profitability ofMFls in
Kenya. 11 has closely examined ...