S. M. Githiri
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View article: Evaluation of genetic diversity in agronomic traits among dual-purpose cowpea genotypes in Kenya
Evaluation of genetic diversity in agronomic traits among dual-purpose cowpea genotypes in Kenya Open
Availability of diverse genetic materials is central in any plant breeding programme. Genetic diversity is important in ensuring survival of a species; and buffering of crops from climate change effects through crop improvement programmes.…
View article: Influence of Genotype, Location and Plant Age on Incidence and Severity of Cassava Mosaic and Cassava Brown Streak Diseases in Western Kenya
Influence of Genotype, Location and Plant Age on Incidence and Severity of Cassava Mosaic and Cassava Brown Streak Diseases in Western Kenya Open
This study aimed to assess elite cassava genotypes for resistance to cassava mosaic and brown streak diseases at Alupe, Kakamega and Kibos in Western Kenya. The trial was conducted using alpha lattice balanced design using 24 genotypes wit…
View article: Evaluation of Cassava Genotypes for Agronomic Performance, Correlation with CMD and CBSD Parameters and Stability across Alupe, Kakamega and Kibos in Western Kenya
Evaluation of Cassava Genotypes for Agronomic Performance, Correlation with CMD and CBSD Parameters and Stability across Alupe, Kakamega and Kibos in Western Kenya Open
Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) production in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is constrained by the two biotic constraints namely, cassava mosaic disease (CMD) and cassava brown streak disease (CBSD). The aim of this study was to evaluate elit…
View article: Gene action of blast disease reaction and grain yield traits in finger millet
Gene action of blast disease reaction and grain yield traits in finger millet Open
Gene action of blast reaction, yield and yield associated traits in finger millet were studied using a 4x4 North Carolina Design II mating scheme. The four female and four male parents and their 16 crosses were evaluated at Alupe and Kakam…
View article: Mango (Mangifera indica L.) production practices and constraints in major production regions of Ethiopia
Mango (Mangifera indica L.) production practices and constraints in major production regions of Ethiopia Open
Mango (Mangifera indica L.) is the second among fruit crops in Ethiopia in its production coverage and economical importance. However, compared to the countries' potential, it is at the infant stage. This study was conducted to identify th…
View article: Exploiting Genetic Diversity for Adaptation and Mitigation of Climate Change: A Case of Finger Millet in East Africa
Exploiting Genetic Diversity for Adaptation and Mitigation of Climate Change: A Case of Finger Millet in East Africa Open
Eighty one fi nger millet germplasm accessions from East Africa were evaluated in eight environments in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda for adaptation and grain yield stability, genotype and genotype x environment (GGE) models.Lanet 2012 long r…
View article: Morphological Diversity of Farmers’ and Improved Potato (Solanum tuberosum) Cultivars Growing in Eritrea
Morphological Diversity of Farmers’ and Improved Potato (Solanum tuberosum) Cultivars Growing in Eritrea Open
Farmers’ and improved potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) cultivars growing in Eritrea are main sources of food and income to many growers. The current study was proposed to characterize 17 farmers’ and 4 imported cultivars of potato using 33 mo…