Browsing School of Agriculture & Food Science by Author "Maitethia, Daniel"
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Enhancing partnerships for industry-led vocational training and education (e-pivot) in the horticulture value chains of Kenya
Odhiambo, Romanus Otieno; Masinde, Peter; Arimi, Joshua; Owiti, Beatrice; Maitethia, Daniel; Nawiri, Peter; Wesonga, John; De Groote, Bram; Koomen, Irene (AJSTSS, 2022-06-26)Horticulture is the fastest growing sub-sector in Kenya. It is expected to contribute the most towards the envisioned poverty reduction, and overall food security. It is generally a labour-intensive industry with high ... -
IoT based smart irrigation system for communal use
Maitethia, Daniel; Arimi, Joshua; Odhiambo, Romanus; Masinde, Peter; Owiti, Beatrice; Nawiri, Peter; Wesonga, John; De Groote, Bram; Koomen, Irene (Meru University of Science and Technology, 2022-06)Kenya is experiencing a rapid human population growth and consequently rising demand for food. This is happening at the backdrop of adverse climatic changes currently being experienced. The problem is further aggravated ... -
Use of sensor based drip irrigation in improving irrigation water efficiency for vegetable crops Tharaka Nithi county
Maitethia, Daniel; Masinde, Peter; Marangu, Joseph; Thambura, Joshua (Meru University of Science and Technology, 2022-06)Drip irrigation is a water saving technology recommendable for ASAL regions of Kenya that are water deficit. However, it is largely manually operated in Kenya, leading to variable irrigation water use efficiency (IWUE). ...