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The following economic concept explains the behavior of consumers of agricultural goods. These concepts or elements includes. Wants: this is the desire or needs of man to own goods and services that give satisfaction. These wants are insatiable because the resources needed to cater for them are limited (in short supply). The basic need or […]
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Introduction What is a parasite? A Parasite is an organism which obtains its livelihood from another organism (host) which suffers damage. Parasitism is the association between a parasite and a host. The effects of parasite on the host animal are: Depriving the host of its food. Sucking blood. Damaging the organs of the host. Cause
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Seed rate is the amount of seeds to be planted in a given unit area governed by ultimate crop stand which is desired. The objective of correct spacing of crop is to obtain the maximum yields from a unit area without sacrificing quality. Most crops are seeded at lighter rates under drier conditions than under
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Time of planting or sowing is influenced by the type of crop to be planted and the environmental conditions of the area. Factors to consider in timing planting.b The rainfall pattern/moisture condition of the soil. Type of crop to be planted. Soil type. Market demand. Prevalence of pests and diseases. Weed control. Timely planting is
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Planting materials are either planted directly in a seedbed or indirectly through a nursery bed. A seedbed is a piece of land which could be small or large and prepared to receive planting materials. A nursery bed on the other hand is a small plot of land specially prepared for raising seedlings or planting materials
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Nurseries: We have different types of nurseries and they are vegetable nurseries, tree nurseries, grafting nurseries and layering nurseries. The types of nurseries are well explained below. Categories of nurseries: Vegetable Nursery: They are used for raising the seedlings of vegetable crops. Tomatoes, cabbages, kale, onions, brinials and peppers. Vegetable Propagation Nurseries: They are used
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CABBAGE – VARIETIES, PEST CONTROL, ECOLOGICAL REQUIREMENTS & DISEASE CONTROL Cabbage is a leaf vegetable related to other brassica crops such as kales, cauliflower, Chinese cabbage and Brussels sprouts. Cabbage leaves may be eaten raw in salads, steamed, boiled or cooked in a variety of ways. The leaves can also be fed to livestock. Ecological
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Introduction A vegetable is any crop that is grown and eaten fresh. Vegetables are important both for nutritional and commercial reasons. They are categorized on the basis of the part used as food. Such parts include; Leaves, Stems, Roots, Fruits, Flowers, Pods Vegetables are grouped into the following categories: Leaf vegetables for example kales and
Field practices are activities carried out on the field to facilitate proper growth and maximum yield of the various crops grown. They include the following: Crop Rotation Mulching Routing field practices Crop protection Harvesting Crop Rotation This is the growing of different types on the same piece of land in different seasons, in an orderly
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Refers to obtaining of small quantity of soil that is representative in all aspects of the entire farm. Soil Sampling Procedures Clear the vegetation over the site. Dig out soil at depths of 15-25cm. Place the dugout soil in a clean container. Mix thoroughly the soil in the container. Take a sample and send it
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These are plant parts which have the ability to produce roots, they grow and develop in to new plants. Plant parts such as leaves, roots or stems can be used for planting as long as they are capable of rooting. Advantages of using vegetative materials for planting. Crops originating from vegetative materials matures faster than
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When selecting materials for planting the following factors must be considered: Suitability to the ecological conditions The selected planting materials should be well adapted to the soil conditions, temperatures and amount of rainfall in the area. There are many varieties of maize, for example, which are suitable to different ecological conditions. Hybrid 622f or example
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It is the distance of plants between and within the rows. Correct spacing for each crop has been established as shown in table below. Crop Maize (Kitale) hybrids spacing 75-90 cm x 23—30 cm Crop Coffee (Arabica) tall varieties spacing 2.75 cm v 2.75 m Crop Tea spacing 1.5 m by 0.75 m Crop Beans
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Plant nutrients occur in the soil in form of soluble substances. These substances are taken in by the plants in different quantities depending on their roles in the plant tissues. Essential Elements These are nutrients needed by plants for various uses. They are divided into two broad categories namely: Macronutrients Micronutrients. Macro-nutrients –Â These are
What is planting?. Planting is the placement of the planting material in the soil for the purpose of regeneration in order to produce more of the plant species. Types of planting materials Seeds Seeds are produced by flowering after pollination and fertilization. They contain the part of the plant that germinates and subsequently grows in
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Also referred to as trace or minor nutrients. They are required in small quantities/traces. They are essential for proper growth and development of plants. They include; Iron, Manganese, Copper Boron, Molybdenum ROLE OF MICRONUTRIENTS AND THEIR DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS Copper Role in oxidation-reduction reactions. Respiration and utilization of iron Deficiency symptoms-yellowing of young leaves. Iron Synthesis
After the planting materials are selected they are prepared in different ways before they are planted. Some of the methods used to prepare planting materials include the following: Breaking the seed dormancy. Some seeds undergo a dormancy period between maturity and the time they sprout. The dormancy period is the stage whereby a seed cannot
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Introduction Livestock nutrition: Livestock are fed for production and body maintenance. The edible material given to animals is called food. It is digested, absorbed and utilized in the body. Nutrients are organic and inorganic substances contained in the food materials Components of Food material Water, protein, Carbohydrates, Fats and oils, Vitamins Mineral salts. Water Sources
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Animals are fed for the purpose of production and body maintenance. The edible material given to animals is called food. It is digested, absorbed and utilized in the body. Nutrients are organic and inorganic substances contained in the food materials Components of Food material Water, protein, Carbohydrates, Fats and oils, Vitamins Mineral salts. Water Sources
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This is based on nutrient composition: Feed additives. Roughages Are feeds of low available nutrients per unit weight and high fibre content Examples: Dry roughages, Succulent roughages, Residues from agricultural by products and conserved materials. Characteristics Low level of available nutrients. Have high level of calcium especially legumes. Good source of vitamin A. Have high
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