Archives for Diseases
Understanding Fowl Paratyphoid: A Threat to Poultry Health and Food Safety
Fowl paratyphoid, also known as avian salmonellosis, is a significant concern in the poultry industry, affecting domestic fowl and various other avian and mammalian species. This acute or chronic disease…
Poultry Coryza: A Serious Infectious Disease Of Chicken
Poultry coryza, a highly contagious respiratory disease, poses a significant threat to the poultry industry in Kenya, highlighting the importance of effective disease management strategies. Characterized by severe respiratory symptoms…
Comparative Analysis of Blights: Early Blight, Late Blight, and Gummy Stem Blight
In the field of plant pathology, the ability to differentiate between different diseases is essential for efficient crop management. This article examines the traits that differentiate Early Blight, Late Blight,…
Unveiling the Challenge of Citrus Gummosis: A Comprehensive Approach to Phytophthora Control
Citrus gummosis, a formidable plant disease affecting citrus trees, finds its roots in the notorious genus of plant pathogens known as Phytophthora. This unwelcome ailment manifests as Phytophthora gummosis, a…
Understanding and Managing the Rush Spider Mite Infestation: Protecting Pixie Farmers in Kenya
Pixie farmers in Kenya are facing a formidable foe: the rush spider mite. This tiny pest, barely visible to the naked eye, can wreak havoc on pixie crops, leading to…
Understanding Red Gram Aphids: Aphis craccivora and Its Damage Traits
Red gram, or pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan), is a vital crop in many parts of the world, including Kenya. However, like any other agricultural produce, it is susceptible to various…
Guarding Against Bean Aphids: Recognizing Aphis craccivora and Its Damage Traits
Bean aphids, scientifically known as Aphis craccivora, are a common pest that can wreak havoc on your bean crops. These tiny insects may seem inconspicuous, but their ability to reproduce…
Understanding Chilli Stem Borer: Euzophera perticella
The chilli stem borer, Euzophera perticella, is a moth that can cause significant damage to chilli plants. The larvae of the moth bore into the stems of the plants, weakening…
Occurrence and management of two emerging soil-dwelling pests ravaging cabbage and onions in Kenya
Cabbage and Onion production in sub-Saharan Africa face numerous pest constraints that needs to be overcome to feed the rapidly growing population. This study aimed to establish the occurrence, incidence,…
Controlling the papaya mealybug pest; progress made in coastal Kenya
An initiative to combat the destructive papaya mealybug in Kenya is reaping rewards. A natural predator – a parasitic wasp – has been introduced to coastal counties to help control the pest.…