Essays about: "desmodium"

Found 2 essays containing the word desmodium.

1. 1. Farmers’ perceptions on the effectiveness of push pull technology to control maize stem borer (Chilo Partellus) in Gatsibo District of Rwanda

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)

   Author : Marthe Nezehose; [2019]
   Keywords : push pull technology; stem borer; desmodium; Napier grass; ecological interactions;

   Abstract : This case study investigated the perceptions of farmers and the historical effectiveness of push-pull technology to control the maize stem borer (Chilo Partellus) in Nyagihanga sector of Gatsibo District (Rwanda). The investigation was done in collaboration with Food for the Hungry/Rwanda, an organization operating in the mentioned region. READ MORE

3. 2. The effect of push-pull management and different fertilization strategies on maize crop yield in central Kenya

   University essay from SLU/Swedish Biodiversity Centre

   Author : Peterson Newton Muchiri Njeru; [2009]
   Keywords : Soil fertility; central Kenya highlands; manure; fodders; fertilizer; smallholder farmers; ‘push-pull’; monoculture; Kenya;

   Abstract : The high population pressure in central Kenya has lead to continuous cultivation with minimal application of nutrient, resulting in nutrient depletion. A study was conducted to determine the effect of 'Push-pull' (intercropping maize with desmodium and napier grass) strategy management and nitrogen application on maize grain yield and soil fertility on smallholder farmer’s fields in three districts of central Kenya highlands. READ MORE