Journal of Horticulture
Open Access
ISSN: 2376-0354
+44-77-2385-9429
ISSN: 2376-0354
+44-77-2385-9429
Department of Agriculture, Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization, Headquarters, Nairobi, Kenya
Research Article
Management of Biotic Constrains to Tomato Production by Farmers in Bungoma County, Kenya
Author(s): Harun Odhiambo*, Orayo M, Wayua F, Mulwa J, Havi S, Kamau E, Ochieng V, Ndambuki J, Tabu R and Wasilwa L
A baseline survey on pest and disease management by tomato farmers was conducted in seven farming
communities of Chemsis, Chesikaki, Bukonoi, Namtoholo, Chemondi, Kabomi and Kang’anga’ in Mt. Elgon subcounty.
A total of 93 farmers were selected using the stratified proportionate sampling method and interviewed
through structured questionnaires. Data collected included demographic characteristics, tomato varieties, sources of
tomato seed materials, major pests and diseases management practices, farm record keeping and communication
information transfer. The cultivated tomato varieties were Elgon Kenya F1, Cal J, Safari F1, Stricker F1, Rionix,
Kilele F1, Rio Grande (Simlaw), Rio Grande (Seed Co), Terminator, Money Maker, Roma F1, Shanti F1,
Pamela F1(Agrotec), Ranger F1 and Safa F1. Adult farmers (36 to 81 years) dominated tomato farming at 59%
while.. View More»