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Appropriate Donkey Carriers and Metal Cans for Transporting Camel Milk
(Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization, 2017-04) Adongo, A.O.; Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization
Introduction of metal cans enhances hygienic handling of marketed milk and reduces losses along the milk chain. Carrying the metal cans by donkeys or camels is a challenge unless a technology is developed to aid it. This tool is made of canvas which withstands tensile stress. It comprises 4 chambers for carrying 4 metal cans. The bottom of each compartment is flat and semicircular to allow for standing before placement on the pack animals (donkey or camel). It has six straps for tying around the animal. It has a soft padding to enhance comfort on the back of the animal. This is a tool designed to assist pastoralists to hygienically transport milk using improved metal cans with animal packs.
Control Mastitis for Hygienic Camel Milk
(Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Oganization (KALRO), 2017) Adongo, A.O. ; Tura, I. ; Kuria, S.G.; Wayua, F.O.; Golicha, D.; Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Oganization (KALRO).
Mastitis causes part or whole of the camel udder to swell. The disease is mainly caused by bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus agalac tiae). Some local camel keepers believe the disease results from 'bad eye' or the envy of neighbours with ill feelings on another's herd. It is commonly referred to as Budha by many camel keepers. Milk from an infected camel may contain blood, flakes and changes colour from white yellow or red.
Doum Palm and Its Products: A Source of Income to Pastoralists in Northern Kenya
(Kenya Agricultural & Livestock Research Organization, KALRO, 2017) Gudere, A.N.; Mamo, M.H.; Bulle, H.; Walaga, H.K.; Adongo, A.O.; Kenya Agricultural & Livestock Research Organization (KALRO)
Doum palm (Hyphaenia compressa) is one of the most common plants in northern Kenya and has potential to provide an alternative livelihood. The palm has economic, ecological, social and medicinal values among the pastoral communities. Ecologically, doum palm found along lake shores, oasis areas and along the river in a specified niche. Pastoralist communities associate it with high water table. The doum palm provides a range of products. Currently, communities in Northern Kenya have diversified the use of doum palm into various products that can be marketed to generate income to poor households.
Make Nyirinyiri and Lakuli from Camel Meat to Reduce Hunger and Make Money
(Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization, 2017) Adongo, A.O.; Wayua, F.O.; Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization
Nyirinyiri and Lakuli are traditional recipes common among the Somali and Samburu. The same is called Qoche among the Gabra of Northern Kenya. They are ready to eat specialities prepared by women to celebrate homecoming of a husband from a journey. They are also cooked during weddings and other ceremonies within the village.
Reduce Camel Milk Spoilage Using Simple Cooling Technology
(Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization, 2017) Adongo, A.O.; Wayua, F.O.; Kuria, S.G.; Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization
More fresh milk is available for consumption and sale to a large number of consumers. but gets spoilt before reaching market. Simple cooling technology is therefore required in areas with no chilling facilities. This simple cooling technology is a fabric made from sisal fibre. Clean sisal hemp is wrapped around metal milk can. The hemped container is soaked in clean water for at least 30 minutes before the milk is introduced. Soaking the container after wrapping assist in cooling the milk through evaporation.
Storage of Chicken Feed Ingredients and Mixed Rations
(Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization, 2024) Kariuki, I.; Kariuki, I.W.; Alaru, P.A.O.; Wachira, A.M.; Ouko, V.O.; Mungube, E.O.; K’Oloo, T.O.; Ogali, N.I.; Adongo, A.O.; Ngaira, V.M.; Langat, M.K.; Nyambati, E.M.; Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization
It is not advisable to mix more than 100 kg for ration in order to be cost-effective. To achieve this, feed ingredients should be acquired in bulk from millers and distributors at wholesale prices and hence the need for proper storage. Furthermore, all the mixed feed may not be immediately consumed. There are important factors to consider during storage of feed ingredients and the mixed rations.