Browsing by Author "Karanja, G.M."
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Item Fodder Production under Small-Holder Agroforestry Systems(1996) Karanja, G.M.; Nyaata, O.Z.; Mureithi, J.G.; Wandera, F.P.This paper suggests that the use of fodder multi-purpose tree (MPT) species is a viable option for protein and mineral supplementation for-the “small-holder dairy farms. The paper reviews some past and current research on fodder MPTs in Kenya with regard to choice<5f species, establishment and management and highlights the challenges ahead. Nutrition is the most limiting factor to small-holder dairy production. Napier grass (Pennisetum purpureum), With limited amounts of crop stover and other on-farm roughages, form the basic diet .The quantity, nutritive quality and seasonal distribution, however, do not satisfy the- animal requirements, thus necessitating supplementation. Use of commercial supplements –and inclusion of herbaceous legumes in Napier grass are possible supplemental options but for a variety of reasons, levels of commercial supplement feeding and the adoption 9f herbaceous legumes by the small-holder farmers are very low.Item Information Technology and Information Response Initiative (ATIRI): ATIRI Manual guidelines and proposal format 2000(Kenya Agricultural Research Institute, 2001) Kamau, G.M.; Karanja, G.M.; Ndubi, J.M.; Ireri, J.W.; Kimani, I.W.; Kenya Agricultural Research InstituteIn the face of declining agricultural production and rising levels of poverty and food insecurity, KARl has sought to increase its potential impact. This is through shifting much of its adaptive research on-farm and through intensifying its work with partners. The partners have become the bridges through which more farmers, particularly small scale producers, are reached. These interactions and approaches have served to heighten the relevance of KARl's research programme. They have also induced a greater responsiveness to the practical issues facing farmers, with the result that there is an increasing stock of field tested recommendations. However, coverage remains limited and relatively few of the improved methods have spread beyond the confines of communities that are the focus of intensive on-farm activities by KARl and partner organizations.
