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Item Soil and Water Management – Grass Strip in Mango(KALRO-Horticulture Research Centre, 2024) Tabu, R.; Odhiambo, H.; Magogo, J.; Ndambuki, J.; Ochieng, V.; Kirigua, V.; Wasilwa, L.; Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research OrganizationGrass strips are 1 m-wide strip of grass planted on terraces along contours to reduce the amount of water flowing down the slope and conserve soil. This technique can be practiced in wet and moist areas. Grass strips are planted with fodder grass such as napier or are left with natural grass, thereby providing fodder for livestock (cut and carry). Grass strips are widely used as vegetative barriers to reduce soil loss and increase infiltration and soil moisture. Due to increased soil moisture, there is more water available for the crops which leads to increased agricultural production. The grass is grown in alternating strips following contour lines. Depending on the grass used, the strips may provide fodder for livestock as well. Compared to other interventions grass strips can be easily crossed by oxen and ploughs. Grass strips can filter sediment, evacuate excess runoff, and can also withstand inundation. They may ultimately form into bench terraces.Item Termites (Macrotermes spp., Odontotermes spp.)(Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), 2024-05) Mulwa, J.; Odhiambo, H.; Njuguna, J.K.; Magogo, J.; Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research OrganizationTermites live in colonies and primarily feed on dead plant material, such as wood and leaf litter. These pests are particularly prone to attacking weak or wounded plants, rather than strong, healthy ones with well-developed stems and branches. In mango orchards, termites are commonly found as they consume decomposing litter. Young orchards are especially vulnerable to termite damage, but even mature orchards can face significant problems. Termites are prevalent across all mango production areas in the country, and they also infest other host plants like guava, loquat, citrus, and various perennial trees during their growing seasons.Item Use Contour Bunds for Soil and Water Conservation(Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization, 2024) Magogo, J.; Tabu, R.; Odhiambo, H.; Ndambuki, J.; Ochieng, V.; Kirigua, V.; Finyange, P.; Wasilwa, L.; Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research OrganizationContour bunds, also known as contour bundling or contour ridges are stone or earthen walls built across a slope to prevent runoff. Making furrows parallel to the contours ensures that rainfall and runoff are spread evenly over a field. The earthen bund is formed by excavating a channel and creating a small ridge on the downhill side. Thus, contour bunds resemble narrow channel terraces commonly referred to as “fanya chini” terraces. This technology is highly suitable for areas with unpredictable rains, especially drought-prone areas. They are commonly used in hilly or mountainous terrain to minimise soil erosion and enhance agricultural productivity.Item Use of Crates During Packaging, Storage, Transport, and Marketing of Mangoes(KALRO - Food Crops Research Center, 2024) Ndambuki, J.M.; Wayua, F.O.; Magogo, J.; Odhiambo, H.; Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research OrganizationPackaging is enclosing food produce or product to protect it from mechanical injuries, tampering, and contamination from physical, chemical, and biological sources. Packaging simplifies the handling, transport, and distribution of products to the final consumers. Plastic crates specifically nestable and collapsible can be used to package mango fruits during storage and transportation to minimize mechanical damage. The reasons of using plastic crates includes; their reuseablity, reduced postharvest losses and alleviation of human drudgery.
