J. G. Kinaichu

Evaluation of Levels of Cadmium, Chromium and Lead in Bio Fertilizer from Various Feed Stocks and in Inorganic Fertilizers Used in Kenya

J. G. Kinaichu, C. G. Nyaga, P. Njogu & E. G. Gatebe · Asian Journal of Chemical Sciences · 2020

This study was conducted to compare the levels of selected heavy metals (Pb, Cr and Cd) in inorganic fertilizers and bio slurry from different feed stocks. Bio slurry samples from chicken droppings, cow dung and pig wastes were analyzed for levels of selected heavy metals. Inorga...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajocs/2020/v7i119014

Comparative Study of Selected Macro and Micronutrients in Bio Slurry Samples from Different Feed Stocks and Inorganic Fertilizers

J. G. Kinaichu, C. G. Nyaga, P. Njogu, E. G. Gatebe & E. G. Maina · Asian Journal of Applied Chemistry Research · 2019

In Kenya overuse of inorganic fertilizers have rendered soils in arable areas acidic leading to poor crop production and hence great risk of food insecurity. An alternative source of plant nutrients that can also address soil acidity is needed if the country is to be food secure....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajacr/2018/v2i3-430075

Assessment of Groundwater Quality from Aquifers in Garissa County

P. K. Kairigo, E. S. Madivoli, E. G. Maina, P. K. Kimani, J. C. Ogilo, D. Bisera & J. G. Kinaichu · Chemical Science International Journal · 2016

Water currently consumed by rural residents in Kenya far exceeds drinking water guideline values proposed by the World Health Organization. The basement and alluvial formations are known to exhibit poor water quality, with predominantly slightly saline water at greater depths esp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/CSJI/2016/30176