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View article: Soil degradation assessment across tropical grassland of Western Kenya
Soil degradation assessment across tropical grassland of Western Kenya Open
Soils across sub-Saharan Africa are exposed to extensive degradation, reducing their ability to produce crops and support livestock. While there has been a significant research effort focussing on soil degradation in sub-Saharan croplands,…
View article: Comparative analysis of carbon stock and litter nutrient concentration in tropical forests along the ecological gradient in Kenya
Comparative analysis of carbon stock and litter nutrient concentration in tropical forests along the ecological gradient in Kenya Open
The study determined the carbon stocks and litter nutrient concentration in tropical forests along the ecological gradient in Kenya. This could help understand the potential of mitigating climate change using tropical forest ecosystems in …
View article: Bringing life back to Kenya’s grasslands
Bringing life back to Kenya’s grasslands Open
Around a quarter of all land in the world is degraded, and this amount is increasing.Land degradation is defined by a loss in soil quality, which can involve loss of organic matter, decline in nutrient availability and/or erosion.As soils …
View article: Combating Desertification through Enhancement of Woody Floral Diversity in the Drylands of Kenya: Analysis, Milestones, and Strategies
Combating Desertification through Enhancement of Woody Floral Diversity in the Drylands of Kenya: Analysis, Milestones, and Strategies Open
Desertification remains one of the most challenging phenomena in the drylands of Kenya, where it affects about 80% of the country. This is because of persistent degradation of these areas by climatic variations, human activities, and overg…
View article: Efficient protocol of complete inventory for tree regeneration and recruitment studies over one hectare in selected tropical natural forests, Kenya
Efficient protocol of complete inventory for tree regeneration and recruitment studies over one hectare in selected tropical natural forests, Kenya Open
This study sought to establish an efficient inventory protocol to estimate regeneration stock and dynamics in natural forests.Field and computer outputs were integrated to develop complete inventory protocol for selected natural forest typ…
View article: Variation in Regeneration Density and Population Structure of Prunus africana Across Human Disturbance Gradient in South West Mau Forest, Kenya
Variation in Regeneration Density and Population Structure of Prunus africana Across Human Disturbance Gradient in South West Mau Forest, Kenya Open
Prunus africana has been severely exploited for its valuable products rendering it unstable and at risk of extinction. Studies were therefore carried out on its regeneration density and population structure across different human disturba…
View article: Agroforestry systems in the Upper Mara River Basin : a practical guide for farmers
Agroforestry systems in the Upper Mara River Basin : a practical guide for farmers Open
The MaMaSe ProjectThe Mau Mara Serengeti (MaMaSe) Sustainable Water Initiative is aimed at improving water safety and security in the Mara River Basin to support structural poverty reduction, sustainable economic growth and conservation of…
View article: Trees and plants for bees and beekeepers in the Upper Mara Basin : guide to useful melliferous trees and crops for beekeepers
Trees and plants for bees and beekeepers in the Upper Mara Basin : guide to useful melliferous trees and crops for beekeepers Open
Who is this guide for?This guide provides information for: Beekeepers -to ensure the presence of plants providing nectar and pollen year round and plants useful for beekeeping, such as making and baiting hives, and using in smokers. Far…
View article: Influence of Land Use Activities on Riparian Vegetation, Soil and Water Quality: An Indicator of Biodiversity Loss, South West Mau Forest, Kenya
Influence of Land Use Activities on Riparian Vegetation, Soil and Water Quality: An Indicator of Biodiversity Loss, South West Mau Forest, Kenya Open
Watershed and riparian areas of Mau Forest Complex in Kenya are experiencing increased threats due to unsustainable land use activities geared towards economic growth amidst growing population. This study was carried out to examine effects…