SLM Database

To manage single-stemmed invasive Prosopis juliflora trees, it's advised to use the cut-stump treatment. This involves cutting the tree at its base (≤ 15cm above the ground) and applying a suitable herbicide to the freshly cut stump, focusing on the root collar, stump sides, and outer cut surface.

• Compiler: Beatrice Otieno
• 06/22/2018 11:45 a.m.

Water harvest for agricultural production in Asals

• Compiler: Kithinji Mutunga
• 06/06/2011 8:19 p.m.

A system of interlocking crescent shaped trenches approximately 5-12 square metres, 0.5 m deep and 0.3 m high formed down slope using the xecavated spoil

• Compiler: Paul Mutuku Kimeu
• 06/05/2011 10:36 p.m.

Integrated soil fertility management constitutes a group of management practices aimed at increasing soil fertility and crop productivity with the local context in mind. These practices integrate the use of organic inputs, fertilizers, and better quality seeds with all inputs managed following good farming practices.

• Compiler: Moritz Laub
• 04/19/2024 9:33 a.m.

Permanent soil cover with cover crops and/or crop residues helps to control soil erosion, suppress weeds and build up soil fertility. It can also add organic matter to the soil.

• Compiler: William Akwanyi
• 03/18/2023 1:17 p.m.

Lime application is a rapid way to treat soil acidity and improve productivity.

• Compiler: William Akwanyi
• 03/19/2023 8 a.m.

Push-pull technology is a strategy that controls pests, improves the productivity of cereal crops and fodder, and controls soil erosion.

• Compiler: William Akwanyi
• 03/18/2023 9:44 p.m.

Composting with on-farm organic solid waste management improves the soil sustainably and raises crop yields.

• Compiler: William Akwanyi
• 02/09/2023 1:58 p.m.

Cross-slope barriers in the form of vegetative strips are established on sloping lands to reduce runoff velocity and prevent soil loss, thereby contributing to the conservation of soil, water, and plant nutrients.

• Compiler: William Akwanyi
• 03/19/2023 6:53 p.m.

Retention ditches are channels aligned along the contour which are designed for surface runoff management. They improve water infiltration into the ground and prevent soil erosion.

• Compiler: William Akwanyi
• 03/07/2023 3:02 a.m.