Dr. Muo Kasina
P.O. Box 7816 code-01000 Thika
Email: kasina.j@gmail.com/ Muo.Kasina@kalro.org/Kalro.Sericulture@kalro.org
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Marital status
Nationality
Responsibility:
Areas of specialization:
Married
Kenyan
Center Director/Economic entomologist:
Insect Science: Sericulture | Pollination | Bees | Pests | Biocontrol
HIGHER EDUCATION
University of Bonn, Germany
PhD. Agricultural Sciences
2007
University of Nairobi, Kenya
MSc. Agricultural Entomology
University of Nairobi, Kenya
BSc. Agriculture
2004
2000
AWARDS
Editors’ Choice Award for best paper in 2009 in Journal of Economic Entomology. Muo J.
Kasina, John Mburu, Manfred Kraemer, Karin Holm Mueller. 2009. Economic Benefit of
Crop Pollination by Bees: A Case of Kakamega Small Holder Farming in Western Kenya.
JEE 102(2): 467-473
SOME SHORT COURSES ATTENDED
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Title
Basic security in the field II (BSITF II)
Advanced Security in the Field
Agroecology, Integrated pest management (IPM) and
sustainable Agriculture
Trainers of Trainers on pollination management
Biotechnology stewardship introduction- Module 1
Compliance Training for confined field trials
Food safety surveillance and monitoring methodologies and
the implementation of pesticide residue monitoring on fresh
produce
Introduction to GMO Biosafety risk assessment
Pest risk analysis
Pest surveillance and monitoring methodologies
Geo-spatial database development and management using
ArcGIS 9.x and GPS
Economic valuation and environmental assessment
Natural resources management, research approaches and
methods
Ecology, Land use and Development
Learning intercultural competence
Payments for environmental services: How can they benefit
local communities?
Mathematical modeling and statistics
Marine pollution prevention and environmental
management in ports in eastern Africa
Taxonomy and monitoring of fruit fly pests of fruits, with
emphasis on Bactrocera spp.
Safe and effective use of pesticides
Safe and effective use of pesticides
Date of certificate
January 5th, 2013
January 7th, 2013
June 27th, 2012
May 28th, 2011
December 3rd, 2010
December 3rd, 2010
November 13th, 2009
October 23rd, 2009
September 2nd, 2009
May 22nd, 2009
April 3rd, 2009
August 26th, 2005
March 18th, 2005
April 29th, 2005
January 24th, 2005
January 20th, 2005
December 23rd, 2004
April 30th, 2004
February 2004
May 12th, 2000
July 2nd, 2001
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EXPERIENCE
Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), Kabete,
Nairobi
Jan 2008 onwards
(Formally Kenya Agricultural Research Institute, KARI)
Positions
Center Director, National Sericulture Research Centre
Apr 2015- Current
Senior Principal Research Officer, Biotechnology and Entomology
Oct 2012-Mar 2015
Principal Research Officer, Biotechnology and Entomology
Oct 2009-Sep 2012
Jan 2008-Sep 2009
Senior Research Officer, Biotechnology and Entomology
Areas of research:
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Sericultural research
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Bee utilization in agriculture (management, beekeeping and other pollinators)
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Pest management of agricultural crops
2004-2007
Centre for Development Research (ZEF), University of Bonn-Germany
Junior Researcher, Ecosystem management
Topics:
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Pollination of cultivated plants of Kakamega, Western Kenya
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Economic importance and monetary value of pollination in agriculture
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Folk knowledge of bees and pollination in Kakamega, Western Kenya
2003-2004
Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)-Kenya
Plant Inspector
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Economic assessment of pest risks
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Quality management of agricultural imports and exports
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Developing inspection standards (standard operating protocols) for agricultural products
VegPro (K) Ltd, Kenya
Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Manager
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Economic aspects of pest management
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Developing and implementing IPM protocols for the company
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Mass production of natural enemies of pests
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Training staff on good agricultural practices (GAPs).
2003
University of Nairobi, Dept Zoology/ Dept Crop Protection
MSc. researcher
Topics:
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2000-2002
Economic aspects of thrips management on French beans in Central Kenya
Action Thresholds of thrips on French beans
Part-time Lecturer
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2007-current
Current graduate student (PhD and MSc) supervision (University of Nairobi, Kenyatta
University; Moi University; Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology; Egerton
University; Kenya Methodist University)
MSc Crop Protection (UoN); management of invertebrate and vertebrate pests: Up to 2010
BSC agriculture (UoN); Agricultural Entomology: Up to 2010
University External Examiner for MSc and PhD Thesis
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2007-current
University of Nairobi: PhD Thesis on Agricultural Entomology, since 2012
Egerton University: MSc Thesis on agronomy and pollination science, Since 2013
STUDENT SUPERVISION
On-Going Research (MSc)
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Nancy Jilande Matere.
Eliud Mwongera
Jason Mwatu. Isolation and characterisation of Bacillus thuringiensis with cry proteins
effective against Sweet Potato Weevils (Cylas puncticollis and Cylas brunneus). MSc
Biotechnology, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Joseph Mulwa. Pollinators and pollination syndrome of Avocado (Persia americana) at
Kandara, Murang’a County, Kenya. MSc (Agricultural Entomology), School of Pure and
Applied Sciences, Kenyatta University.
Marianne Mutia. Response of potatoes (Solanum tuberosum) to infestation by millipedes and
their chemical control. MSc. Crop Protection, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Nairobi
On-Going Research (PhD)
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Grace Kyallo.
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Everlyne Namikoye. Population Dynamics and Management of Frankliniella williamsi, vector
of maize chlorotic mottle virus in Bomet county of Kenya. PhD Crop Protection, Kenyatta
University, School of Agriculture and Enterprise Development
Finyange Pole. Pollination syndrome and pollinators of yellow passion fruit (parsiflora
edulis) in coastal Kenya. PhD Crop Science, Kenyatta University, School of Agriculture and
Enterprise Development
Thesis writing & Awaiting defense
PhD
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Irene Onyango. DNA barcoding of Varroa mites and molecular isolation of Varroa associated
viruses in Kenyan honey bee colonies. PhD Zoology (Entomology) Jomo Kenyatta University
of Agriculture and Technology, Zoology Department
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Mary Mwari. Integrated management of bee (Hymenoptera: Apidae) pollinators in farm
landscapes bordering southern slopes of Mt Kenya forest using hedgerow plant systems.
PhD. Agricultural Entomology, School of Pure and Applied Sciences, Kenyatta University
MSc.
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Tabitha Magero. Effects of natural habitat, bee supplementation and cropping system on
diversity and abundance of pollinators of Mangoes in small scale farms of Tala, Machakos
County. MSc (Agricultural Entomology), School of Pure and Applied Sciences, Kenyatta
University.
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Hillary Ongute. Determination of sweet melon (Cucumis melo L.) pollination deficit and
vulnerability under greenhouse conditions in Kenya. MSc (Agricultural Entomology), School
of Pure and Applied Sciences, Kenyatta University.
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Rose Masiga. Diversity and abundance of apoid bees and their effects on yields of French
beans (phaseolus vulgaris l.): case study of laikipia county. MSc (Agricultural Entomology),
School of Pure and Applied Sciences, Kenyatta University.
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Peter Ngugi. Management of watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) pests and pollination using
agricultural nets. MSc (Agricultural Entomology), School of Pure and Applied Sciences,
Kenyatta University.
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Violet Munyasi. Efficacy of δ endotoxins from Bacillus thuringiensis isolates against spotted
stem borer (Chilo partellus). MSc Microbiology, University of Nairobi
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Simon Njenga Njogu. Establishing best bee forage management plan for crop pollination
provision at Kabete, Kenya. MSc (Agricultural Entomology), School of Pure and Applied
Sciences, Kenyatta University.
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Achieng’a Florence Carolyn. Efficacy of mosquito net covers against key arthropod pests of
Tomatoes in Kenya. MSc (Agricultural Entomology), School of Pure and Applied Sciences,
Kenyatta University.
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Catherine Gacheri Guantai. Use of insect proof netting for management of cabbage (Brassica
oleracea var. capitata) pests in Kenya. MSc (Agricultural Entomology), School of Pure and
Applied Sciences, Kenyatta University.
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Rotich Diana Chelangat. Evaluation of different insecticides in management of pests in navy
beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.). MSc (Crop Protection), University of Nairobi, Department of
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Plant Science and Crop Protection.
Finished, PhD
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Vincent Kega. Bio ecology and management of the African white rice stem borer, (Maliarpha
separatella Rag.) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) in Kenya at Mwea irrigation scheme, Kirinyaga
county, Kenya. PhD agricultural entomology, University of Nairobi, 2013
Finished, MSc
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Juma Victor H. Omondi (2015) Management of nursery and field tomato
(Lycopersiconesculentum Mill) pests in Kenya using insecticide-treated mosquito nets. MSc
(Agricultural Entomology), School of Pure and Applied Sciences, Kenyatta University.
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Martin Nganga. Toxicity effects of δ-endotoxins obtained from native Bacillus thuringiensis
isolates against maize stalk borer (Busseola fusca (Fuller). MSc Microbiology, University of
Nairobi. 2014
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Abel Too. Disease development and management on tomato (lycopersicon esculentum mill.)
protected from crop pests using Agronets in Kenya. MSc. Botany (plant pathology),
University of Eldoret, Department of Biological Science. 2014
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Margaret M Mwaura. Effects of irrigation rate and leaf harvest intensity on multi-purpose
pumpkin fruit (cucurbit moschata duchesne), seed and leaf yields. MSc. Horticulture of
Egerton University, Department of Horticulture, Crops and Soils. 2014
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Jane Gateri. Effects of agro net placement on aphids and diamond backmoth infesting
cabbage (B. oleracea) in Kenya. MSc in Agriculture and Rural Development (Horticulture
option), Department of Pure and Applied Science, Kenya Methodist University. 2013
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Judith Jeruto Kiptoo. Use of insecticide-impregnated nets to manage pests of cabbage in
Kenya. MPhil in Zoology (Entomology Option), Moi University, Department of Biological
Sciences. 2012
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Finyange N. Pole. Effect of pollinator visitation frequency to flowers on fruit development
and yield of butternut (Cucurbit moschata). MSc in Agriculture and Rural Development
(Horticulture option), Department of Pure and Applied Science, Kenya Methodist
University.2012
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Peter Githaiga Kimani. Screening and Partial Characterisation of Δ-Endotoxins from some
local Bacillus thuringiensis isolates for insecticidal activity against the spotted stem borer,
Chilo partelus, 121p. MSc (Analytical Chemistry), School of Pure and Applied Sciences,
Kenyatta University. 2012
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Mary Mwari Guantai. Effects of pesticide application on Liriomyza huidobrensis (Diptera:
Agromyzidae) and its parasitoids on peas in Central Kenya, 96p. MSc (Agricultural
Entomology), School of Pure and Applied Sciences, Kenyatta University. 2012
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Dunstan Misheck Kaburu. Use of neonicotinoid insecticides and varietal resistance to manage
bean fly (Ophiomyia spp.) and other arthropod pests of snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) at
Mwea- Tebere, Central Kenya, 69p. MSc (Crop Protection), University of Nairobi,
Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection. 2011
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Jasper Gichaba Mogote. The herbicidal potential of Tagetes minuta and Tagetes patula
extracts and their residues on the germination and growth on some crop plants, 121p. MSc
(Plant Physiology and Biochemistry),University of Nairobi, School of Biological Sciences.
2011
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Eddie Birnie S. Hasheela. Evaluation of border crops and varietal resistance for management
of Diamondback moth (PlutellaxylostellaL.) on cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata), 62P.
MSc (Crop Protection), University of Nairobi, Department of Plant Science and Crop
Protection. 2009
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Mwangi, David Kamande. Diversity and abundance of bee pollinators visiting hedgerow
plants in the farmlands bordering Kakamega forest, 63p. MSc (Agricultural Resource
Management), University of Nairobi. 2009
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Jacob Mwandikwa Mutua. Management of cowpea weevil (Callosobruchusmaculatus L.) in
stored cowpea ( VignaunguiculatusL.Walp) grains using Ocimumbasilicum.MScin
Agriculture and Rural Development (Horticulture option), Department of Pure and Applied
Science, Kenya Methodist University.
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Hellen Kemuma Atuncha. Molecular characterization of whiteflies, biological control and
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mode of transmission of cassava brown streak virus disease. MSc Biotechnology, Institute for
Biotechnology Research, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology.
TASKFORCE AND NATIONAL SERVICES
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National Taskforce on Vetting Fresh Produce exporters in Kenya Feb 2013-2014 (member)
National Taskforce on New maize disease problem in Kenya. Jan-Sep 2012 (Entomologist)
National Taskforce on Bactrocerainvadens fruit fly pest in Kenya. Member of the National technical
committee, 2009-current (PI).
National Taskforce to develop Business plan for cotton seed in Kenya, 2010-2011 (member)
ON-GOING RESEARCH PROJECTS (GRANTS)
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Kenya high technology silk project. Source of Funds, JICA. May 2014 on wards
Establish Area of low fruit fly prevalence in Kenya. Source of funds: HRF, (Jul 2009-2015), PI
Management of vectors transmitting maize lethal necrosis disease in Kenya: Theme leader
Bee research for development in Kenya. Source of funds: PPP (2008-onwards). PI
Characterization of local Bt isolates against lepidopteran pests of maize in Kenya. Source of
funds: KAPAP, PI
Conservation and Management of Pollinators for Sustainable Agriculture, through an Ecosystem
Approach. Source of funds: GEF (January 2009- December 2014). Collaborator
Millipede pest management in Kenya. Source of funds: KAPAP, PI
Pollination management of botanical crops. Source of funds, KAPAP, PI
COMPLETED RESEARCH PROJECTS
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Low cost pest exclusion and microclimate modification technologies for smallholder farmers in
East and Western Africa. Source of funds: USAID CRSP (Oct 2010-Sep 2013), Collaborator
Knowledge management of pesticide risks to wild pollinators (Jan 2010-Dec 2013). Source of
Funds, Dutch Ministry of Agriculture; Co-investigator
Development of an integrated pest storage strategy against larger grain borer (Prostephanus
truncatus (Horn)) in Eastern province, Kenya. Source of funds: Deans committee, Faculty of
Agriculture, University of Nairobi (Jul. 2010-Jun 2012), Co-investigator
Mobilizing vital taxonomic information to support human well-being and ecosystem health in
Eastern Africa: With the ultimate goal to contribute to improved livelihoods, food security and
ecosystem resilience in Eastern Africa. Source of funds: SwedBio (Oct. 2008-Aug 2011),
Collaborator
Pollination benefit on indigenous crops in Kilimambogo, Thika Kenya. Source of funds: CS funds
(Jul 2006-Jul 2008), Collaborator
Out-scaling of pollinator benefits in Kilimambogo, Thika, Kenya. Source of funds: CS funds (Jul
2008-Jul 2009), Collaborator
Development of Tools and Networks for Assessing the Contribution of Pollination Services to
Livelihoods. Source of funds: National Environmental Research Council of the UK (Nov 2008October 2009), Collaborator
Development and implementation of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) system for thrips on
snap beans (Phaseolus vulgris L.) in Kenya. Source of funds: Ruforum (completed), Collaborator
CONSULTANCIES
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Development of Pest Management Plan for Kenya Arid and Semi Arid Lands in Kenya (May-Sep
2010)
Monitoring and evaluation of implementation of legal notice no. 113 of 2008 in Kenya (Dec 2009Apr 2010)
Analyses and reporting of early warning systems for horticulture industry in Kenya (2009)
Need assessment studies for UVIMA (Taxonomy for development in East Africa) project (AprilMay 2009)
Development of Integrated Pest Management Framework for Kenya Agricultural Productivity and
Agribusiness Project (Mar 2009)
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Development and Implementation of IPM of thrips pest in mango plantations (2008-2009)
Development of Pest control product (Phytoseiulus persimilis H-A) dossier for registration by Pest
Control Product Board (2008-2009)
Training Needs Assessment for Kenya Agricultural Research Institute (KARI); August-September
2008; Worked under Tetra Link (K) Ltd
JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS
2016
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Onyango IA, R Skilton, S Muya, S Kabochi, H Kutima & M Kasina (2016) Varroa mites, viruses
and bacteria incidences in Kenyan domesticated honeybee colonies. East African Agricultural and
Forestry Journal. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/00128325.2016.1164979
2.
Martin, T., Simon, S., Parrot, L., Assogba Komlan, F., Vidogbena, F., Adegbidi, A., Baird, V., Saidi,
M., Kasina, M., Wasilwa, L.A., Subramanian, S. and Ngouajio, M. 2015. Eco-friendly nets to
improve vegetable production and quality in sub-Saharan Africa. Acta Hort. (ISHS) 1105:221-228.
http://www.actahort.org/books/1105/1105_31.htm
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Garibaldi LA, LG. Carvalheiro, B E. Vaissière, B Gemmill-Herren, J Hipólito, B M. Freitas, H T.
Ngo, N Azzu, A Sáez, J Åström, J An, B Blochtein, D Buchori, F J. Chamorro García, F Oliveira da
Silva, K Devkota, M de Fátima Ribeiro, L Freitas, M C Gaglianone, M Goss, M Irshad, M Kasina,
A J.S. Pacheco Filho, L H Piedade Kiill, P Kwapong, G Nates Parra, C Pires, V Pires, R S. Rawal, A
Rizali, A M. Saraiva, R Veldtman, B F. Viana, S WitteR, H Zhang (2016) Mutually beneficial
pollinator diversity and crop yield outcomes in small and large farms. Science 351 (6271): 388-391
DOI: 10.1126/science.aac7287
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Kega VM, JH Nderitu, M Kasina and F Olubayo (2015) Influence of Cropping and Irrigation
Systems on Population Fluctuation of the African White Rice Stem Borer (Maliarpha separatella
Rag) and Damage on Rice. Journal of Entomology 12 (2): 95-102, 2015 DOI: 10.3923/je.2015.
2015
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Martin, T., Simon, S., Parrot, L., Assogba Komlan, F., Vidogbena, F., Adegbidi, A., Baird, V., Saidi,
M., Kasina, M., Wasilwa, L.A., Subramanian, S. and Ngouajio, M. 2015. Eco-friendly nets to
improve vegetable production and quality in sub-Saharan Africa. Acta Hort. (ISHS) 1105:221-228
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Kiptoo J, M. Kasina, F. Wanjala, P. Kipya, L.A. Wasilwa, M. Ngouajio & T Martin (2015) Use of
low cost pest exclusion nets can boost cabbage yield. East African Agricultural and Forestry
Journal 81 (2-4): 112-119. Doi: 10.1080/00128325.2015.1130460
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Jacquet S, C Garros, E Lombaert, C Walton, J Restrepo, X Allene, T Baldet, C Cetre-Sossah, A
Chaskopoulou, JC Delecolle, A Desvars, M Djerbal, M Fall, L Gardes, M de Garine-Wichatitsky,
M Goffredo, Y Gottlieb, A Gueye Fall, M Kasina, K Labuschagne, Y Lhor, J Lucientes, T Martin, B
Mathieu, M Miranda, N Pages, I Pereira da Fonseca, DW Ramilo, A Segard, ML Setier-Rio, F
Stachurski, A Tabbabi, M Talla Seck, G Venter, M Zimba, T Balenghien, H Guis, C Chevillon, J
Bouyer and K Huber (2015) Colonization of the Mediterranean basin by the vector biting midge
species Culicoides imicola: an old story. Molecular Ecology 24: 5707–5725
4.
Kega VM, JH Nderitu, M Kasina and F Olubayo (2015) Influence of Cropping and Irrigation
Systems on Population Fluctuation of the African White Rice Stem Borer (Maliarpha separatella
Rag) and Damage on Rice. Journal of Entomology 12 (2): 95-102, 2015 DOI: 10.3923/je.2015.
5.
Guantai MM CPKO Ogol, D Salifu, JM Kasina, KS Akutse & KKM Fiaboe (2015) Differential
Effects of Pesticide Applications on Liriomyza huidobrensis (Diptera: Agromyzidae) and its
Parasitoids on Pea in Central Kenya. Journal of Economic Entomology. doi:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/jee/tov006
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Kega VM, Kasina M, Olubayo F , Kamau GM , Nderitu, JH (2015) A Logit Analysis of Farmer
Knowledge on Rice Blast Disease Pyricularia grisea [Cook, Sacc] at Mwea Irrigation Scheme,
Kirinyaga County, Central Province, Kenya. Universal Journal of Agricultural Research 3(3): 114117
2014
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Masiga R, Kasina M, Mbugi J, Odhiambo C, Kinuthia W, Gemmill-Herren B & Vaissière BE
(2014) do French beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) grown in proximity to Mt Kenya forest in Kenya
experience pollination deficit? Journal of Pollination Ecology, 14(24), 255-260
2.
Mwaura MM, Isutsa DK, Ogweno JO and Kasina M. (2014) Interactive effects of irrigation rate
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and leaf harvest intensity on edible leaf and fruit yields of multipurpose pumpkin (Cucurbita
moschata duchesne). International Journal of Science and Nature, 5( 2), 199-204
2013
1.
Kasina M, M Kraemer, J Nderitu, C Martius and D Wittmann (2013) The importance of African
honey bees (Apis mellifera L.) as pollinators of high value crops in Kenya: A case of butternut
squash (Cucurbita moschata Duchsne Ex Poir.) pollination. East African Agriculture and Forestry
Journal 79(3), 143-149
2.
Kega VM, JH Nderitu, FO Olubayo and M Kasina (2013) Evaluation of rice genotypes for
susceptibility to African White Rice Stem Borer, Maliarpha separatella Rogonot. International
Journal of Agri-business, innovation and rural development 1(1): 35-45
3.
Kega VM, M Kasina, JH Nderitu and F Olubayo (2013) Management of Maliarpha separatella
Rag Using Effective Entomopathogenic Nematodes and Resistant Rice Cultivars. Journal of
Entomology 10(2), 103-109
4.
Estambale TN, JH Nderitu, N Kiarie and JM Kasina (2013) Factors that influence enrolment in
agriculture and related sciences in public universities in Kenya. Journal of Education and Social
Sciences 2(1): 3-15
2012
1.
Wangai AW, MG Redinbaugh, ZM Kinyua, DW Miano, PK Leley, M Kasina, G Mahuku, K
Scheets, and D Jeffers (2012) First Report of Maize chlorotic mottle virus and Maize Lethal
Necrosis in Kenya. Plant Disease 96 (10), 1582
2.
van der Steen J, I Roessink, M Kasina, M Gikungu, R C. F. Nocelli (2012) Is the European
honeybee (Apis mellifera mellifera) a good representative for other pollinator species? JuliusKühn-Archiv, Nr. 437: 179-180
3.
van der Valk H, I Koomen, R C.F. Nocelli, M de F. R, Breno M Freitas, S Carvalho, JM. Kasina, D
Martins, M Mutiso, C Odhiambo, W Kinuthia, M Gikungu, P Ngaruiya, G Maina, P Kipyab, T
Blacquiere, J van der Steen, I Roessink, JWassenberg, B Gemmill-Herren (2012) Aspects
determining the risk of pesticides to wild bees: risk profiles for focal crops on three continents.
Julius-Kühn-Archiv, Nr. 437 (2012) 142-158
4.
Kasina MJ (2012) Bees require protection for sustainable horticultural crops production in Kenya.
Julius-Kühn-Archiv, Nr. 437: 167-172
5.
Mwangi D, M Kasina, J Nderitu, M Hagen, MGikungu, and M Kraemer (2012) Diversity and
abundance of native bees foraging on hedgerow plants in the Kakamega farmlands, western
Kenya. Journal of Apicultural Research 51(4): 298-305
6.
Oronje ML, M Hagen, M Gikungu, M Kasina and M Kraemer (2012) Pollinator diversity,
behaviour and limitation on yield of Karela (Momordica charantia L. Cucurbitaceae) in Western
Kenya. African Journal of Agricultural Research, 7(11), 1629-1638
2011
1.
Kasina M and J Nderitu (2011) Policy implementation and its economic impact on potato
marketing value chain in Kenya. East African Agricultural and Forestry Journal(2010) 76(3), 161168
2.
Olubayo F, D Kilalo, S Obukosia, S Shibairo and M Kasina (2011) Homopteran pests complex of
citrus (Citrus sinensis) in semi-arid kenya. Int. J. Sustain. Crop Prod. 6(2): 23-28
3.
Kasina M, M Hagen, M Kraemer, J Nderitu, C Martius and D Wittmann (2010) Bee pollination
enhances crop yield and fruit quality in Kakamega, Western Kenya, East African Agricultural and
Forestry Journal, (2009) 75(1), 1-11
2010
Nderitu JH, F Mwangi, G Nyamasyo and M Kasina (2010) Utilization of synthetic and botanical
insecticides to manage thrips (Thysanoptera: Thrips) on snap beans (Fabaceae) in Kenya.
International Journal of Sustainable Crop Production 5(1): 1-4
2.
Hasheela, EBS, J Nderitu, F Olubayo and M Kasina, 2010. Evaluation of Cabbage Varietal
Resistance against Diamondback moth (Plutella xylostella) Infestation and Damage, Tunisian
Journal of Crop Protection, 5 (1): 91-98
3.
Hasheela, EBS, J Nderitu, F Olubayo and M Kasina, 2010. Evaluation of Border Crops Against
Infestation and Damage of Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) by Diamondback Moth
(Plutella xylostella) , Tunisian Journal of Crop Protection, 5 (1): 99-105
4.
Olubayo F, A Kibaru, J Nderitu, R Njeru and M Kasina (2010) Management of aphids and their
vectored diseases on seed potatoes in Kenya using synthetic insecticides, mineral oil and plant
extract. J. Innov. Dev. Strategy 4(2): 1-5
2009
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Nderitu J, F Mwangi, G Nyamasyo and M Kasina (2009) Evaluation of cropping systems as a
strategy for managing Snap bean flower thrips in Kenya, International Journal of Sustainable
Crop Production, 4(6): 22-25
2.
Olubayo F, J Nderitu, AKibaru, R Njeru, D Yobera and M Kasina (2009) Utilization of border
crops to manage aphid colonization and PVY incidence on potato (Solanum tuberosum L.).
International Journal of Sustainable Crop Production, 4(5): 19-23
3.
Kasina M, J Nderitu, G Nyamasyo, C Waturu, F Olubayo, E Obudho and D Yobera (2009) Withinplant distribution and seasonal population dynamics of flower thrips (Thysanoptera: Thripidae)
infesting French beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in Kenya. Spanish Journal of Agricultural Research,
7(3): 652-659
4.
Nderitu J, M Sila, G Nyamasyo and M Kasina (2009) Effectiveness of Entomopathogenic
nematodes against Sweet Potato weevil (Cylas puncticollis Boheman) under semi-field conditions
in Kenya. Journal of Entomology, 6(3): 145-154
5.
Kasina M, M Kraemer, C Martius and D Wittmann (2009) Farmers' knowledge of bees and their
natural history in Kakamega district, Kenya. Journal of Apicultural Research, 48 (2): 126-133
6.
Kasina M, M Kraemer, C Martius and D Wittmann (2009) Diversity and activity density of bees
visiting crop flowers in Kakamega, western Kenya. Journal of Apicultural Research, 48 (2): 134139
7.
Kasina M, J Mburu, M Kraemer and K Holm-Müller (2009) Economic benefit of crop pollination
by bees: A case of Kakamega small-holder farming in western Kenya. Journal of Economic
Entomology, 102 (2): 467-473
8.
Nderitu J, M Kasina, G Nyamasyo and M Sila (2009) Insect species associated with sweet potatoes
(Ipomea batatas L.) in Eastern Kenya. International Journal of Sustainable Crop Production, 4 (1):
14-18
2008
1.
Olubayo F, A Kibaru, J Nderitu, R Njeru, S Shibairo and M Kasina (2008) Management of aphids
and aphid-transmitted viruses in stored seed potatoes in Kenya. International Journal of
Sustainable Crop Production, 3(5): 40-45
2.
Nderitu J, J Kasina and F Malenge (2008) Evaluating border cropping system for management of
aphids (Hemiptera: Aphididae) infesting okra (Malvaceae) in Kenya. Journal of Entomology, 5(4):
262-269. DOI: 10.3923/je.2008.262.269
3.
Nderitu J, G Nyamasyo, M Kasina and M-L Oronje (2008) Diversity of sunflower pollinators and
their effect on seed yield in Makueni District, Eastern Kenya. Spanish Journal of Agricultural
Research, 6(2): 271-278.
4.
Nderitu JH, JM Kasina, JW Kimenju, and F Malenge (2008) Evaluation of synthetic and neembased insecticides for management of aphids on okra (Malvaceae) in Eastern Kenya. Journal of
Entomology, 5(3): 207-212
5.
Nderitu J, J Kasina, C Waturu, G Nyamasyo and J Aura (2008) Management of thrips
(Thysanoptera: Thripidae) on French beans (Fabaceae) in Kenya: economics of insecticide
applications. Journal of Entomology, 5(3): 148-155.
2007
1.
Nderitu J, M Kasina, G Nyamasyo and M-L Oronje (2007) Effects of insecticide application on
sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) pollination in Eastern Kenya. World Journal of Agricultural
Sciences, 3(6); 731-734
2.
Kasina M, D Wittmann, and C Martius (2007) Bees and farmers in Kakamega forest: Economics of
pollination. Apidologie 38: 15 Doi: 10.1051/apido:2007030
3.
Nderitu JH, EM Wambua, FM Olubayo, JM Kasina and CN Waturu (2007) Management of thrips
(Thysanoptera: Thripidae) infestation on French beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in Kenya by
combination of insecticides and varietal resistance. Journal of Entomology, 4(6): 469- 473.
4.
Nderitu JH, EM Wambua, FM Olubayo, JM Kasina and CN Waturu (2007) Evaluation of French
bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) cultivars and breeding lines for resistance to thrips (Thysanoptera:
Thripidae) pests in Kenya. Journal of Entomology, 4(3): 202-209.
2006
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Kasina J,J Nderitu, G Nyamasyo, F Olubayo, C Waturu, E Obudho and D Yobera (2006)
Evaluation of companion crops for thrips (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) management on French
bean, Phaseolus vulgaris (Fabaceae). International Journal of Tropical Insect Science, 26(2), 121125.
1.
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Kasina J, J Nderitu, G Nyamasyo, F Olubayo, C Waturu, E Obudho and D Yobera (2006)
Monitoring diurnal population trends of flower thrips on French bean crop under several
treatments. International Journal of Tropical Insect Science, 26(1): 2-7.
BOOKS AND CHAPTERS IN BOOKS
2016
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Garibaldi LA, M Dondo, J hipólito, N azzu, BF Viana and M Kasina (2016) A quantitative
approach to the socio-economic valuation of pollinator-friendly practices: A protocol for its use.
FAO. ISBN 978-92-5-109149-4
2014
2.
Vaughan M, BE Vaissi`ere, G Maynard, M Kasina, RCF Nocelli, C Scott-Dupree, E Johansen, C
Brittain, M Coulson and A Dinter (2014) Overview of Non-Apis Bees. Chapter 3, Pg 5-13 In:
Fischer D and Moriarty T. Pesticide Risk Assessment for Pollinators. July 2014, Wiley-Blackwell.
ISBN: 978-1-118-85252-1. 248p
3.
Wisk JD, J Pistorius, M Beevers, R Bireley, Z Browning, MP Chauzat, A Nikolakis, J Overmyer, R
Rose, R Sebastien, BE Vaissi`ere, G Maynard, M Kasina, RCF Nocelli, C Scott-Dupree, E Johansen,
C Brittain, M Coulson, A Dinter and M Vaughan (2014) Assessing Exposure of Pesticides to Bees.
Chapter 7, Pg 45-74 In: Fischer D and Moriarty T. Pesticide Risk Assessment for Pollinators. July
2014, Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN: 978-1-118-85252-1. 248p
4.
Frazier J, J Pflugfleder, P Aupinel, A Decourtye, J Ellis, C Scott-Dupree, Z Huang, H Thompson, P
Bachman, A Dinter, M Vaughan, BE Vaissi`ere, G Maynard, M Kasina, E Johansen, C Brittain, M
Coulson, and RCF Nocelli (2014) Assessing Effects Through Laboratory Toxicity Testing. Chapter
8, Pg 75-94 In: Fischer D and Moriarty T. Pesticide Risk Assessment for Pollinators. July 2014,
Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN: 978-1-118-85252-1. 248p
5.
Pettis J, I Tornier, M Clook, K Wallner, B Vaissiere, T Stadler, W Hou, G Maynard, R Becker, M
Coulson, P. Jourdan, M. Vaughan, R.C.F. Nocelli, C. Scott-Dupree, E. Johansen, C. Brittain, A.
Dinter and M Kasina (2014) Assessing Effects Through Semi-Field and Field Toxicity Testing.
Chapter 9, Pg 95-120 In: Fischer D and Moriarty T. Pesticide Risk Assessment for Pollinators. July
2014, Wiley-Blackwell. ISBN: 978-1-118-85252-1. 248p
6.
Alix A, T Steeger, C Brittain, D Fischer, R Johnson, T Moriarty, E Johansen, F Streissel, R Fischer,
M Miles, C Lee-Steere, M Vaughan, B Vaissiere, G Maynard, M Kasina, RCF Nocelli, C ScottDupree, M Coulson, A Dinter and M Fry (2014) Overview of a Proposed Ecological Risk
Assessment Process for Honey bees (Apis mellifera) and Non-Apis Bees. Chapter 10, Pg 121-148.
In: Fischer D and Moriarty T. Pesticide Risk Assessment for Pollinators. July 2014, WileyBlackwell. ISBN: 978-1-118-85252-1. 248p
7.
van der Valk H, I Koomen, RCF Nocelli, M de F. Ribeiro, BM Freitas, SM Carvallho, JM Kasina,
DJ Martins, G Maina, P Ngaruiya, M Gikungu, MN Mutiso, C Odhiambo, W Kinuthia, P Kipyab,
T Blacquière, J van der Steen, I Roessink and J Wassenberg and B Gemmill-Herren (2013) Aspects
determining the risk of pesticides to wild bees: risk profiles for focal crops on three continents.
FAO ROME-ITALY. IS BN 978-92-5-107405-3
8.
Nderitu JH, G Nyamasyo and JM Kasina (2008) Agricultural Entomology: Practical aspects of
agricultural entomology (learning agricultural entomology through practice). Equatops Trading
(publishing division), NairobiKenya. ISBN 996605121-X
9.
Kasina MJ, J Mburu and K Holm-Mueller (2008) Measuring economic value of crop pollination
service: An empirical application of contingent valuation in Kakamega, Western Kenya: In
Payment for Ecosystem Services, Kumar P, and R Muradian (eds), Oxford University Press, India.
chap 6 pp 105-127. ISBN 9780195698749
10.
Kasina JM (2007) Bee pollinators and economic importance of pollination in crop production: case
of Kakamega, western Kenya. Edited by Vlek, P.L.G., M. Denich, C. Martius, C. Rodgers and N.
van de Giesen. Ecology and Development Series Bd. 54. ISSN 1864-0443; ISBN 978-3-940124-03-6
REFEREED CONFERENCE PAPERS AND PROCEEDINGS
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Kasina M (2014) Pollination management in horticultural farms in Kenya. International
Symposium on Agroecology for Food Security and Nutrition, FAO headquarters, 18-19
September 2014.
Kasina M, L Wasilwa, JH Nderitu, D Martins and B Gemmill-Herren (2014) Managing pests and
pollinators with Agroecology. International Symposium on Agroecology for Food Security and
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Nutrition, FAO headquarters, 18-19 September, 2014. Book of abstracts page 12-13.
Odhiambo C, M Kasina, G H Nyamasyo, Wanja M. Kinuthia, E Muthama, J Gatune, C Analo & B
Gemmill-Herren (2014). Pollinator diversity in Kakamega, Kilimambogo and Mt. Kenya regions.
Book of abstracts pg 15, Pollination conference 10th-11th June 2014.
Dickens Odeny, C. Odhiambo, Muo Kasina, Wanja Kinuthia, Gideon H. Nyamasyo, B. GemmillHerren (2014). Spatial correlation modeling of interaction of bees with landsat bands and
proximity to natural forest habitats: Mt. Kenya, Kilimambogo and Kakamega, Book of abstracts
Pg 16, Pollination conference 10th-11th June 2014.
Guantai M, M Kasina, J Mueke, D Martins and B Gemmill (2014). Suitability of hedgerows in
conservation of Bee pollinators in Kenya, Book of abstracts pg 17, Pollination conference 10th11th June 2014.
Mulwa J and M Kasina (2014). Pollinators and pollination syndrome of Avocado (Persia
americana) at Kandara, Murang’a County-Kenya, Book of abstracts pg 18, Pollination conference
10th-11th June 2014.
Mary Lucy Oronje, Manfred Kraemer and Muo Kasina (2014). Pollination needs and the role of
solitary bees on seed set and quality of slender leaf (Crotalaria brevidens Fabaceae) in Kakamega,
Western Kenya, Book of abstracts pg 20, Pollination conference 10th-11th June 2014.
Masiga R, Kasina M, Mbugi J, Odhiambo C, Kinuthia W, Gemmill-Herren B and Vaissière B
(2014). Diversity and abundance of bees visiting French beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) in farms
bordering NE, Mt Kenya forest reserve. Book of abstracts pg 22, Pollination conference 10th-11th
June 2014.
Pole FN, M Kasina, E Njoka and J Kamau (2014). Effect of the Number of Pollinator Visitations on
Yield of Butternut Squash, Book of abstracts pg 23, Pollination conference 10th-11th June 2014.
Ong’ute H W, L A Wasilwa, E D Kokwaro and M Kasina (2014). Sweet melon (Cucumis melo L.)
pollination vulnerability at Kibwezi, Kenya, Book of abstracts pg 26, Pollination conference 10th11th June 2014.
Onyango I M Kasina, R Skilton, S Muya, and H Kutima (2014). Threat of Black queen cell virus to
honey bee colonies in Kenya, Book of abstracts pg 26, Pollination conference 10th-11th June 2014.
Muthama Eric, M. Kasina, JK Mbuvi, C.Odhiambo4 ,W.Kinuthia and B Gemmil-Herren (2014).
Extending pollination information to farmers in Kenya through FFS approach: a case of
Kilimambogo STEP Site, Book of abstracts pg 29, Pollination conference 10th-11th June 2014.
Gatune JW, C Odhiambo, W Kinuthia and M Kasina (2014). Mt Kenya step site activities on
pollinators, pollination and pollination management: 2012-2014, Book of abstracts pg 30,
Pollination conference 10th-11th June 2014.
Kasina M, E Chebet, C Analo, E Muthama, J Mbuvi, J Gatune, L Muriungi, J Njogu, J Waweru, J
Nderitu and D Mutwiri (2014). Extending pollination technology in Kenya: experiences,
challenges and opportunities, Book of abstracts pg 30, Pollination conference 10th-11th June 2014.
Magero T, M Kasina and N Dharani (2014). Status of farmer knowledge about mango pollinators
and pollinator friendly farm practices at Kilimambogo, Machakos County-Kenya, Book of
abstracts pg 32, Pollination conference 10th-11th June 2014.
Oronje ML, M Kraemer and M Kasina (2014). Economic value of insect pollination service to
agricultural production in Kenya, Book of abstracts pg 33, Pollination conference 10th-11th June
2014.
Kasina M, C Odhiambo, W Kinuthia, J Mulwa & M Mwari (2014). First national pollination
conference, June 10-11th, 2014. The Kenya Pollination Project initiative. Book of abstract 39p
Kasina M, L Mungatia and M Mwari (2014) Pesticide use and pollinator protection by neighbor
farmers of Buuri and Laikipia east sub counties in NE slopes of Mt Kenya, Book of abstracts pg
31, Pollination conference 10th-11th June 2014
Analo C, M Kasina and C Odhiambo (2014) Bees of Kakamega and farmer understanding levels
about these and their impact on crop yields, Book of abstracts pg 22, Pollination conference 10th11th June 2014
Kasina M, Maingi P, Mulwa J, Karanja T, Momanyi G, Kyallo G and Matolo N (2014) Bactrocera
invadens fruit fly population distribution within Kandara sub county, Murang’a County, Kenya.
8th International Egerton University Scientific conference, March 26-28, 2014
Mwaura, MM, DK Isutsa, JO Ogweno and M Kasina (2014) Influence of irrigation water rate and
leaf harvest intensity on the yields of multi-purpose pumpkin (Cucurbit moschata Duchesne). 8th
International Egerton University Scientific conference, March 26-28, 2014
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Kasina M and B Gemmill-Herren (2014) Vulnerability of crop production to pollinator decline in
Kenya. 8th International Egerton University Scientific conference, March 26-28, 2014
Guantai MM, Kasina JM, Ogol CPKO, Salifu D, Fiaboe KKM and Chabi-Olaye A (2014)
Differential effects of pesticide applications on Pea leafminer (Liriomyza huidobrensis) and its
parasitoids in Kenya. 8th International Egerton University Scientific conference, March 26-28, 2014
Mwangi HW, Fina Opio F., Rwomshana E., Kibunja C., Gicheru P., Thuranira J., Keriko J, Kasina
J., Kariuki J. and Thuranira E. (2014) Validation and promotion of transplanting technology in
micro-holes to increase productivity of drought tolerant maize in East and Central Africa (ECA)
Countries. 8th Egerton University international conference, March 26th to 28th, 2014, Egerton
University
Gateri JW, P Kipyab, L Wasilwa, PA Kamau, M Ngouajio, T Martin and M Kasina (2013) Pest
infestation of cabbages under different Agronet deniers and structure height. First International
research and innovation conference, Mt Kenya University, August 28-30, 2013. Book of abstract
page 56
Too A, E Kiprop, M Otipa, L Wasilwa, T Martin, Ngoujio M, and Kasina M (2013) Disease
manifestation and management on nursery tomatoes (Solanum esculentum Mill.) protected from
insect pests using agronet in Kenya. First International research and innovation conference, Mt
Kenya University, August 28-30, 2013. Book of abstract page 63
Guantai G, M Kasina, J Mbugi, S Mwaniki, L Wasilwa, M Ngouajio, and T Martin (2013)
Comparing efficiency of cover duration and mesh size of pest exclusion net covers against
cabbage (Brassica oleraceae var. capitata) pests in Kenya. First International research and
innovation conference, Mt Kenya University, August 28-30, 2013. Book of abstract page 53
Juma V, M Kasina, L Wasilwa, E Kokwaro, P Kipyab, F Kariuki, M Ngouajio and T Martin (2013)
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) protection with Agronets affects pest population and yields
under Kenya growing condition. First International research and innovation conference, Mt
Kenya University, August 28-30, 2013. Book of abstract page 52
Achieng’a FC, M Kasina, J Mbugi, L Wasilwa, M Ngouajio, P Kipyab, and T Martin (2013)
Infestation of tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicon L.) by pests when protected with Agronets in
Central Kenya. First International research and innovation conference, Mt Kenya University,
August 28-30, 2013. Book of abstract page 65
Sakwa R,ֹ F. Olubayo, L. Wasilwa, M. Ngouajio, P. Kipyab, T. Martin and M. Kasina (2013) Effects
of Agronets on French bean (Phaseolus vulgaris l.) pollination in Nairobi Kenya. First International
research and innovation conference, Mt Kenya University, August 28-30, 2013. Book of abstract
page 59
Kiptoo J, M Kasina, P Kipyab, L Wasilwa, F Wanjala, M Ngouajio, T Martin (2013) Evidence of
cabbage-pest suppression using low-cost exclusion nets at Kabete and Thika, Kenya. First
International research and innovation conference, Mt Kenya University, August 28-30, 2013. Book
of abstract page 67
Kasina M, G Momanyi, T Karanja, G Kyallo, M Wagate, A Mutiso, J Mulwa and P Maingi (2013)
Creating pest free area in Kenya to access and sustain external fruit markets. First International
research and innovation conference, Mt Kenya University, August 28-30, 2013. Book of abstract
page 64
Mwatu JM1, R Amata, J Onguso1, E Ateka1, P Kipyab2JN Kimenye2, and M Kasina (2013)
Differences in resistance against sweetpotato weevil(Cylas sp) among sweetpotato(Ipomoea batatas
Lam.) germplasm in Kenya. First International research and innovation conference, Mt Kenya
University, August 28-30, 2013. Book of abstract page 54
Munyasi VA, D Mutisya, M Wagacha, V Wang’ondu and M Kasina (2013) Identification of native
Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) isolates effective against spotted stem borer (Chilo partellus (Swinhoe) in
Kenya. First International research and innovation conference, Mt Kenya University, August 2830, 2013. Book of abstract page 55
Muigano M, D Mutisya, M Wagacha, F Mwaura and M Kasina (2013) Prospects for effective
native Bacillus thuringiensis isolates against maize stalk borer (Busseola fusca (Fuller) in Kenya.
First International research and innovation conference, Mt Kenya University, August 28-30, 2013.
Book of abstract page 57
Ojwang’ R, J Mbugi, W Kinuthia, C Odhiambo, and M Kasina (2013)Diurnal diversity and
activity density of bees on French bean flowers (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) at Laikipia County, Kenya.
First International research and innovation conference, Mt Kenya University, August 28-30, 2013.
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Kega, V.M., J.H Nderitu, F. Olubayo and M. Kasina (2013) assessment of yield loss caused by
Maliarpha separatella Rag. on rice at Mwea, Kirinyaga County, Kenya. First International research
and innovation conference, Mt Kenya University, August 28-30, 2013. Book of abstract page 92
Mwaura, M. M., D. K. Isutsa, J. O. Ogweno and M. Kasina (2013) Enhancement of Pumpkin
(Cucurbita moschata Duchesne) Yields through Supplementary Irrigation and Leaf Harvesting
Intensity Management. First International research and innovation conference, Mt Kenya
University, August 28-30, 2013. Book of abstract page 93
Kasina M, R Amata, E Ateka, J Onguso, V Ochieng, J Njeri, P Kipyab, J Mwatu and B Mbevi
(2013) Promising management strategy for sweetpotato weevils in Kenya. 9th Triannial APA
conference, Naivasha 28 June-4th July 2013. Book of Abstract, 58-59
Pole F.N., Kasina Muo, Njoka E. and Kamau J. (2012) Evidence of butternut (Cucurbitamoschata)
pollination in coastal Kenya. 13th KARI Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition of
Innovations. 22nd to 26th October, Nairobi
Pendo Q. and Kasina M. (2012) Review of cucurbit pollination studies in Kenya and other parts of
the world. 13th KARI Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition of Innovations. 22nd to 26th
October, Nairobi
Pendo Q. and Kasina M. (2012) Review of French bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) pollination in
Kenya and other partsof the world. 13th KARI Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition of
Innovations. 22nd to 26th October, Nairobi
Pendo Q. and Kasina M. (2012) Review of pigeon pea pollination and pollinators in Kenya. 13th
KARI Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition of Innovations. 22nd to 26th October, Nairobi
Kimani G., Mwathi J. W., Nyambaka H., Kasina M. and Okomo M. (2012) Dose and temperature
– related response of the stem borer, Chilopartellus(Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) to bacteria Bacillus
thuringiensis (Berliner) deltaendotoxins.13th KARI Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition
of Innovations. 22nd to 26th October, Nairobi
Kega V. M., Nderitu J. H., Olubayo F. and Kasina M. (2012) Assessment of yield loss due to
MaliarphaseparatellaRagonot (Lepidoptera:pyralidae) on rice at Mwea Irrigation Scheme,
Kenya.13th KARI Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition of Innovations. 22nd to 26th
October, Nairobi
Kiptoo J., Kasina M., Kipyab P., Wasilwa L. A, Omari F., Wanjala F., Ngouajio M. and Thibaud M.
(2012)Disease severity on cabbages protected from arthropod pests with insecticidetreated
Agronets in Kenya. 13th KARI Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition of Innovations. 22nd
to 26th October, Nairobi
Kasina M., Kimunye J., Kipyab P., Mbevi B., Malinga J. and Munene C. (2012) Status of millipedes
as crop pests in Nyeri and Laikipia Counties, Kenya. 13th KARI Biennial Scientific Conference
and Exhibition of Innovations. 22nd to 26th October, Nairobi
Kimani G., Nyambaka H. and Kasina M. (2012)Protein characterisation of δ endotoxins from
local Bt isolates with significantefficacy against ChilopartellusSwinhoe, a major pest of maize in
Kenya. 13th KARI Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition of Innovations. 22nd to 26th
October, Nairobi
Mogote J.G., Kasina M., Akunda E. and Amugune N. (2012)The allelelopathic effect of
Tagetesminuta and Tagetespatula extracts on thegermination of Phaseolus vulgaris L. seeds
under laboratory conditions. 13th KARI Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition of
Innovations. 22nd to 26th October, Nairobi
Gathaara V.N., Kasina M., Wasilwa L. A., Kipyab P., Thuo A. and Gichuhi M. (2012) Status of
botanical plants used for crop pest management in Kenya. 13th KARI Biennial Scientific
Conference and Exhibition of Innovations. 22nd to 26th October, Nairobi
Kimunye J. N., Jenesio I. K., Nelson A. and Kasina M. (2012) Effect of temporal weed colonization
on the growth and yield of cotton (Gossypiumhirsutum L.) in central Kenya. 13th KARI Biennial
Scientific Conference and Exhibition of Innovations. 22nd to 26th October, Nairobi
Amata R., Ateka E., Kasina M., Githunguri C., Wangai A., Miano D., Mamati E., Githiri M.,
Kamau J., Ndolo P., Obiero H., Muli B., Mwaniki S., Kwach J., Lelgut D., Gichangi A., Macharia
I., Kagondu A., Kuyia J., Sila M., Gathara V, Kihurani A., Agili S., Momanyi V., Mbugua B.,
Odero B., Wekesa N., Ochieng V., Omari J., Mbugua F. andKitisya A. (2012) Constraints and
opportunities of a clean seed delivery system for cassava andsweetpotato in Kenya. 13th KARI
Biennial Scientific Conference and Exhibition of Innovations. 22nd to 26th October, Nairobi
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Atuncha H., Amata R., Mwirichia R., Kasina M., Mbevi B. and Wakoli E. (2012) Evaluation of
predation role of the green lacewing and Coccinellids on cassavawhiteflies. 13th KARI Biennial
Scientific Conference andExhibition of Innovations. 22nd to 26th October, Nairobi
Masiga R, E Kairu, C Odhiambo, W Kinuthia and M Kasina (2012) Uplifting the value of
pollination management in Kenya through pollination deficit assessment. 1st ApiEcoFlora
Symposium, San Marino, October 4-5, 2012
J. H. Nderitu, Muo Kasina and Peninah N. Muchirah (2011) Proceedings of the Second and Third
consultative forum on commercialization of patented herbal medicinal products in Kenya,
organized by Mt Kenya University, Hotel Boulevard, Nairobi, Kenya, November 13th and 21st
2011
John H. Nderitu, Muo Kasina and Peninah N. Muchirah (2011) Proceedings of the first
consultative forum on commercialization of patented herbal medicinal products in Kenya,
organized by Mt Kenya University, Hotel Boulevard, Nairobi, Kenya, 26th October 2011
Oronje ML, Kraemer M, Hagen M, Gikungu M, Kasina M (2011) Pollination needs and seed
production of spider plant (Cleome gynandra L., Cleomaceae) in Kenya. 3 rd NMK biannual
scientific conferenceNairobi from 7 – 9 th Nov, 2011
Harold van der Valk, Irene Koomen, TjeerdBlacquière, Marcia de F. Ribeiro, Roberta C.F. Nocelli,
Muo Kasina, Mary Gikungu, JacobaWassenberg, Sjef van der Steen: Aspects of determining
pesticide risks to wild bees – implications for risk mitigation and risk assessment. 11th
International Symposium: hazards of pesticides to bees. International Commission for Plant-Bee
Relationships, Bee Protection Group, Wageningen, the Netherlands, 02-04 Nov 2011
Muo Kasina: Bees require protection for sustainable horticultural production in Kenya.11th
International Symposium: hazards of pesticides to bees. International Commission for Plant-Bee
Relationships, Bee Protection Group, Wageningen, the Netherlands, 02-04 Nov 2011
Jozef van der Steen, Ivo Roessink, Muo Kasina, Mary Gikungu and Roberta Nocelli: Is the
European honeybee (Apis mellifera mellifera) a good representative for other pollinator species?
11th International Symposium: hazards of pesticides to bees. International Commission for PlantBee Relationships, Bee Protection Group, Wageningen, the Netherlands, 02-04 Nov 2011
Kasina, M., M. Kraemer, J. Nderitu, C. Martius and D. Wittmann. 2010. Some aspects of squash
(cucurbita moschata) pollination ecology in Kenya. Proceedings, KARI Biennial Scientific
Conference, 666-70
Kimani G, H nyambaka, S gichuki, R amata, M. Okomo and M Kasina.2010. Determination of
insecticidal activity of Kenyan Bt isolates against the Spotted stem borer, Chilopartellus.
Proceedings, KARI Biennial Scientific Conference, 777-83
Kasina M., P. Kipyab, L. Wasilwa, M. Gikungu, G. Maina, C. Odhiambo and B. Gemmill-Herren.
2010 Addressing pesticide risks to wild pollinators in Kenya. Proceedings, KARI Biennial
Scientific Conference, 802-8
KasinaM. and NderituJ.H. 2010. Policy implementation and its economic impact on potato
marketing value Chain in Kenya. Proceedings, KARI Biennial Scientific Conference, 1217-24
Mogote J.G, E Akunda, N Amugune, M. Kasina (2010) Management of R. indica (L) Hiern.
usingbioherbicides from Tagetes spp. in Kenya. Proceedings, KARI Biennial Scientific
Conference, 8-12 Nov 2010
Kasina, J.M. and Nderitu, J.H. 2010. Policy Implementation and Impact in Kenyan
Agricultural Sector: A Case of Potato Marketing Regulations. Tropentag, September14-17,
2010, Zürich, Switzerland
Kasina, J.M. (2009) Status of pests, pollinators and invasive alien species in East Africa.
Horticultural Association of Kenya annual workshop, Arusha, Tanzania, 01-05
December 2009
Kasina J.M., Wittmann D., Holm-Mueller K., Martius C., Kraemer M. and Mburu, J. 2008. Bees
and Crop Productivity in Small Holder Farming Systems in Kenya: Pollination for Improved
Family Income.Tropentag, October 7-9, 2008, Hohenheim, Germany
Kimenju, J.W., Amugune, N.O., Kinyamario, J.I.and Kasina M.J. (2008). Farmers’ perception
about adoption of genetically modified crops with special emphasis on banana production in
Kenya. 1st All Africa Congress on Biotechnology, 22-26 September Nairobi, Kenya
Kasina, J.M., Holm-Mueller, K., Mburu, J. and Kraemer, M. (2008). Economic benefit of crop
pollination by bees: A case of Kakamega small-holder farming in western Kenya. 12th
International Society of Ecological economics, 7-11 August, Nairobi, Kenya
Kasina, M., Wittmann, D. and Kraemer, M., 2008. Enhancing crop productivity in Kakamega,
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Kenya: Strategies for bee conservation in the agriculture landscape. XXIII International congress
of Entomology, 6-12 July, Durban, South Africa
Kinuthia, W. and Kasina, M. 2008. Effects of land use and land management on indigenous
pollinators and their conservation: a case of Kilimambogo, eastern Kenya. XXIII International
congress of Entomology, 6-12 July, Durban, South Africa
Kasina, J.M. and H.I. Rware (2008). Are local inhabitants aware of ecosystem services?
Experience from Kakamega, Western Kenya. National conference on the environment, 18-21
May, Kenyatta University, Kenya
Rware, H.I., J.H. Kasina, J.T. Njoka and H. Spaling (2008).Community based environmental
assessment; a tool for transformative learning and environmental awareness at community level.
National conference on the environment, 18-21 May, Kenyatta University, Kenya
Kasina, J.M. and J.H. Nderitu. 2007. Bees in horticultural production: Revisiting the role of
pollination in crop productivity. Seventh Workshop on Sustainable Horticultural Production in
the Tropics. Horticultural association of Kenya, University of Nairobi, Kenya
Kasina, J.M., J.H. Nderitu, G.H. Nyamasyo, J. W. Kimenju and M. Sila. 2007. Management of
sweet potato weevil (Cylas puncticollis Boheman) in Kenya: can the entomopathogenic nematodes
offer the needed solution? 10th International Society for Tropical Root Crops-Africa Branch
Kasina, J., J. Nderitu, G. Nyamasyo, and M-L Oronje. 2007. Sunflower pollinators in Kenya: Does
diversity influence seed yield? 8th African crop science conference, Cairo, Egypt
Nderitu, J., E. Wambua, F. Olubayo, M. Kasina, and C. Waturu. 2007. Evaluation of
pesticide/variety combinations for thrips (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) management on French
Beans (P. vulgaris L.) in Kenya. 8th African crop science conference, Cairo-Egypt
Kasina, M., D. Wittmann and C. Martius. 2007. Farmers and bees in Kakamega forest: Economics
of pollination. 54th Annual Meeting of the Society of theGerman Bee Research Institutes. 2729March 2007 in Veitshöchheim, Würzburg, Germany
Kasina M. and D. Wittmann. 2007. Bees in Kakamega farmland: Value of pollination service. 54th
Annual Meeting of the Society of theGerman Bee Research Institutes. 27- 29March 2007 in
Veitshöchheim, Würzburg, Germany
Kasina M.J. 2007. Species richness of bees visiting crop flowers in the farmlands surrounding
Kakamega forest, Kenya. International Conference of the Society for Tropical Ecology (gtö), 20th
AnniversaryMeeting, February 21-25, Bonn Germany
Kasina, J., K. Holm-Mueller, J. Mburu. 2006. Measuring the economic value of crop pollination
service: an empirical application of contingent valuation in Kakamega, Kenya. International
society of ecological economics conference, 14-18 December, New Delhi India
Kasina, J.M., D. Wittman, C. Martius, M. Kraemer, 2006. Bee pollinator species in Kakamega
farmlands as influenced by Kakamega forest, Kenya. Tropentag conference, October 11-13, Bonn,
Germany
Kasina, J., M. Hagen, D. Wittmann, C. Martius and M. Kraemer. 2006. Bee pollinators of crops in
Kakamega farmland, Western Kenya. Tropentag conference, October 11-13, Bonn, Germany
Hagen, M., J. Kasina, A. Althof, and M. Kraemer 2005. Assessment of plant-pollinator
interactions in an agriculture-forest mosaic. German Programme on Biodiversity and Global
Change, Status Seminar, University of Würzburg, Germany
Kraemer, M., A. Althof, M. Hagen, J. Kasina, T. Bergsdorf, O. Schwichtenberg. 2005. Assessment
of plant-pollinator interactions in an agriculture-forest mosaic. In: German Programm on
Biodiversity and Global Change (BIOLOG), Status Report 2005. Pp. 79-80. Biocenter, University
of Würzburg, Germany
Kasina, J., J. Nderitu, G. Nyamasyo, F. Olubayo, C. Waturu. 2003. Evaluation of companion crops
for thrips management on French beans. The 6th biennial conference of the African Crop Science
Society in Nairobi, 12-17 October, 2003
Kasina, J., J. Nderitu, G. Nyamasyo, F. Olubayo, C. Waturu. 2003. Monitoring diurnal population
trends of flower thrips on French bean crop under several treatments. The 15th biennial
conference of the African Association of Insect Scientists on 9-13 June 2003, ICIPE, Nairobi, Kenya
Kasina, J., J. Nderitu, G. Nyamasyo, F. Olubayo, C. Waturu. 2002. Managing flower thrips on
French beans at Mwea-Tebere, Central Kenya. The 8th biennial KARI scientific conference on 1115 November 2002, Nairobi, Kenya
Kasina, J., J. Nderitu, G. Nyamasyo, F. Olubayo, C. Waturu. 2002. Management of flower thrips
on French beans by companion cropping. The annual conference of Rockefeller- FORUM
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sponsored students on sustainable agriculture in Africa, 17-23 August 2002, Entebbe, Uganda
Kasina, J., J. Nderitu, G. Nyamasyo, F. Olubayo, C. Waturu. 2002. Companion cropping as a tool
for thrips management on French beans. The 2nd International Conference on Sustainable
Horticulture Production in the Tropics, on 6-11 August 2002, JKUAT, JUJA, Kenya
Nderitu, J., F. Olubayo, C. Waturu, J. Aura, J. Kasina. 2001. Current French bean pests and
disease management at Mwea-Tebere, Central Kenya. The 1st International Conference on
Sustainable Horticulture Production in the Tropics, on 11-16 October, 2001 JKUAT, Juja, Kenya
TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS
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Outlook of Sericulture Industry In Kenya: A Country Report to International Sericulture
Commission, March 2016
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Mwari M and M Kasina (2016) Inventory of bees, their economic value and management at KHE
Ltd farm, Nanyuki, Laikipia County. The Kenya Pollination Project
ARTICLES PUBLISHED IN MAGAZINES, NEWSLETTERS
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Food Friday: Saving the bees. Jan 9, 2015. NTV
Food Friday: Why a bee colony collapse spells doom for food security and what you can do.
October 17, 2014. NTV
How bees improve farm productivity. The standard Newspaper. Jan 3rd, 2015.
http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/article/2000146598/how-bees-improve-farmproductivity?
Kenyan farmers pay a high price for using dangerous pesticides. Nov 7, 2014.
http://sunrise.ug/news/1193-kenyan-farmers-pay-a-high-price-for-using-dangerous-pesticides
Kenya Setting Pace Exploring Pollination To Boost Africa’s Food Production. News Diary on line,
Nov 6, 2014. newsdiaryonline.com/kenya-setting-pace-exploring-pollination-boost-africas-foodproduction/
Kasina M and L Wasilwa. Tomato leaf miner (Tuta absoluta). Horti News. Sep-Oct 2014, pg 32-33
Understanding bees link to higher yields. Oct 29, 2014. Daily Monitor, Uganda.
http://www.monitor.co.ug/Magazines/Farming/Understanding-bees-link-to-higher-yields//689860/2502480/-/i77pfhz/-/index.html
Buzzing noise that signals rich harvest. Seed of Gold, Saturday Nation 17 Oct 2014.
http://www.nation.co.ke/business/seedsofgold/Buzzing-noise-that-signals-rich-harvest//2301238/2490204/-/uesnv9/-/index.html
Why a bee colony collapse spells doom for food security and what you can do. Food Friday,
Nation television, Friday 17 Oct 2014. http://ntv.nation.co.ke/news2/topheadlines/food-fridaywhy-a-bee-colony-collapse-spells-doom-for-food-security-and-what-you-can-do/
Bees and the buzz about higher yields. Daily Nation, January 10, 2014.
http://www.nation.co.ke/lifestyle/DN2/Bees-and-the-buzz-about-higher-yields//957860/2140924/-/h2ulbsz/-/index.html
Deadly Maize Disease Threatens Food Supplies in Kenya. 2012.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73hCAEth6NI
Lack of bees blamed for poor crop yields. Daily Nation OCTOBER 30, 2012.
http://www.nation.co.ke/news/Lack-of-bees-blamed-for-poor-crop-yields/-/1056/1606456//68p1cfz/-/index.html
Kari plans to secure greens from pests. The Standard, October 3rd 2011.
http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/lifestyle/article/2000044001/kari-plans-to-secure-greensfrom-pests
Wasike V, V Kirigua, M Kasina, W Wasilwa, 2011. KARI advices on how to grow mangoes
successfully. Horticultural news, African Fresh Produce Journal 18 (Aug-Sep): 46-48
GMO law to go live. Daily Nation JUNE 23, 2010.
http://www.nation.co.ke/lifestyle/artandculture/GMO-law-to-go-live/-/1222/944918//ay4t1y/-/index.html
Glitch in GM maize roll out. November 11th 2010.
http://www.standardmedia.co.ke/article/2000022130/glitch-in-gm-maize-rollout?articleID=2000022130&story_title=glitch-in-gm-maize-roll-out&pageNo=3
Kasina M (2009) Pollination: Key to Food Security and Environmental Health. The African
Executive, 232 (30-07 October): Agri-Focus.
http://www.africanexecutive.com/index.php?magazine=249
EXTENSION PUBLICATIONS
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Kasina M and L Wasilwa (2015). Tomato leafminer. KALRO Emimea.
www.kalro.org/pdf/tomato_tuta.pdf
Munyuli T., Kasina M., Lossini J., Mauremootoo JR &Eardley C. (May 2011) Bee genera of East
Africa (Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania), Lucid v. 3.5 key and fact sheets. KARI, TPRI, PPRI,
Busitema University, BioNET-EAFRINET, CABI & The University of Queensland (September
2011):http://keys.lucidcentral.org/keys/v3/EAFRINET
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCT VALUE CHAIN (APVC) WORKSHOPS PARTICIPATED
1.
National Sericulture value chain analysis workshop held at KARI Naivasha, 27-30 July 2014
2.
AGRA Stakeholder consultative meeting: Development of a vegetable strategy for
Kenya, November 2013
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National Fibre Crops APVC Stakeholders Workshop, Agriculture Resource Centre, Egerton
University, 2011
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National Oil Crops APVC Stakeholders Workshop, Nakuru 17th to 18th November 2011
5.
National Botanical Crops APVC Stakeholders Workshop, Agriculture Resource Centre, Egerton
University 27th to 29th June 2011
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National Flowers and Medicinal and Aromatic plants (MAPs) Stakeholders Workshop – 10th to
12th January 2011, Naivasha, Morendat Training & Conference Centre
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National Nuts APVC Stakeholders Workshop – 5th to 7th January 2011 at KARI-­‐‑Mtwapa
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National Vegetable Crops APVC Stakeholders Workshop, 6th- 8th December 2010. KARI Thika
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National Fruit crops sub sector analyses workshop, Dec 1-3, 2010
POLICY WORKSHOP AND MEETINGS ATTENDED
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International Symposium on agroecology for food and nutrition security, FAO HQ Rome, Italy,
September 18-19, 2014
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Kenya pollination project policy workshop, June 12th, 2014
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International policy workshop on mainstreaming pollination in agriculture. Organizer,
FAO-Italy. September 2013
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Kasina M, 2010. Linking surveillance with Pest Management Strategies. 6th East Africa
Phytosanitary Information Committee Workshop Nairobi Kenya, June 9 – 11, 2010
Odhiambo C, MKasina, M Gikungu, 2010. Towards understanding the effects of pesticides on
pollinators in Kenya. Pesticide risks to wild pollinators workshop, WUR, Wageningen,
Netherlands, 17-20 May 2010
Kasina M, M Hagen and M Kraemer, 2010. Economic importance of pollination in Kakamega.
BIOTA East Africa – concluding conference, Kakamega, Kenya 15-18 March 2010
Kasina M, Kinuthia W, Wabuyele E, Talwana H, Ijani A, Agwanda B and Simiyu S, 2009. Status
of pests, pollinators and invasive alien species taxonomic information in East Africa.
Horticultural Association of Kenya (HAK) workshop on sustainable horticultural production in
the tropics, 02-05 Dec 2009, Arusha, Tanzania
Kasina, M., 2009. Linking surveillance to pest management. Fifth East Africa Phytosanitary
Information Committee (EAPIC) workshop, 02-06 March, Kigali, Rwanda
Kasina, M., 2009. Socioeconomic aspects of pests, pollinators and invasive alien species. First
national EAFRINET/UVIMA project awareness workshop, 15 January, NMK, Nairobi, Kenya
Guthiga, P., Holm-Mueller, K., Mburu, J., Kasina, J. and Kramer, M. 2008. Cost-benefit analysis of
different management approaches of KakamegaForest in Kenya.International Congress, 29
September – 3 October, Spier, RSA
Kinuthia, W., Gikungu, M., Hagen, M., Kraemer, M. and Kasina, M. 2008. Paving the Road for
Pollinator Conservation in Kenya. Biodiversity of Africa - Observation and Sustainable
Management for our Future!" International Congress, 29 September – 3 October, Spier, RSA
Kasina, M. 2008. Enhancing discovery of agrobiodiversity by farmers in Farmer Field Schools. In
FFS Facilitators training workshop, 26-30 May 2008, Nakuru, Kenya
Kasina, M. and Wittmann, D. 2007. The role of bees in African farming. In Training workshop, 07
August, Bonn, Germany
Kasina, J.M. 2005. Economic Importance of Insect Pollination on crop Production: Case of
Kakamega District, Kenya. In Economic valuation and environmental assessment training
workshop, 15-26 august, Kakamega – Kenya
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Nderitu, J. and J. Kasina. 2003. Major Horticultural crop pests in Kenya. Stakeholders
consultation and orientation workshop on Phytosanitary standards, 9 April, KEPHIS, Nairobi,
Kenya
PUBLIC SEMINARS, LECTURES,TRAINING WORKSHOPS
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Kasina M, 2011. Pollination services by honeybees: A case study.The first Africa-wide training
course and workshop on strategic partnership networking in bee health and pollination services
for food security in Africa: Bee Health and Pollination Services for Food Security in Africa, 10th
to 19th October 2011, Icipe Nairobi
Kasina M, 2011. Principles of IPM. Capacity building on phytosanitary skills for increased
regional trade. COPE in-service short courses, 5th to 30th September 2011, Nairobi
Kasina M, 2011.Reference collection, creation and management; Organization of surveillance;
Networking and Cooperation. Capacity building on phytosanitary skills for increased regional
trade. COPE in-service short courses, 5th to 30th September 2011, Nairobi
Kasina M, 2011.Use of low cost pest exclusion and microclimate modification technologies.
Research-Extension Liaison Officers’ (RELOS) workshop to be held at Agricultural Information
Resource Centre (AIRC), Kabete from 7th to 9th September, 2011
Kasina M, 2011.Some current pest management technologies at KARI. Research-Extension
Liaison Officers’ (RELOS) workshop to be held at Agricultural Information Resource Centre
(AIRC), Kabete from 7th to 9th September, 2011
Kasina M, 2011.Decisions to manage pollination in Kenya: Focus on economic choices. ResearchExtension Liaison Officers’ (RELOS) workshop to be held at Agricultural Information Resource
Centre (AIRC), Kabete from 7th to 9th September, 2011
Kasina M, 2011. Pollinators: Bees and their Economic Importance in Crop Production. Friends of
Nairobi Arboretum (FONA), 27 Jan, 2011, Arboretum, Nairobi
Kasina M and M-L Oronje, 2010. Pollination of African Traditional Crops and greenhouse crops.
KARI Seminar series, KARI HQ, 23 Jul, Nairobi
Kasina M, M-L Oronje, P Kipyab and C Muchira, 2010. Pollination, bee taxonomy and utilization
of bioinformatics in pest management. Crop Health Seminar Series, KARI NARL, 06 Oct, Nairobi
CONFERENCES/SEMINARS/WORKSHOPS ATTENDED
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AuthorAId training workshop for trainer of trainers, Nairobi 16-17 Oct 2014
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AuthorAid training workshop for authors, Nairobi 14-16th October 2014
3.
International Symposium on Agroecology for food and nutrition security, FAO-Rome, September
2014
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National sericulture workshop, Nairobi, August 2014
5.
First ApiEcoFlora symposium, San Marino, October 4-5, 2012
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Third consultative forum on commercialization of patented herbal medicinal products in Kenya,
organized by Mt Kenya University, Hotel Boulevard, Nairobi, Kenya, November 21st 2011
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11th International Symposium: hazards of pesticides to bees. International Commission for PlantBee Relationships, Bee Protection Group, Wageningen, the Netherlands, 02-04 Nov 2011
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First consultative forum on commercialization of patented herbal medicinal products in Kenya,
organized by Mt Kenya University, Hotel Boulevard, Nairobi, Kenya, November 21st 2011
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Tropentag, Zürich-Switzerland, 14-17 September 2010. www.tropentag.de
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KARI Seminar series, KARI HQ, 23 Jul, 2010, Nairobi on Pollination of African Traditional Crops
and greenhouse crops. Guest Speakers Muo Kasina and MaryLucy Oronje
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Open Forum on agricultural biotechnology in Africa (OFAB) 38th meeting, Guest speakerDr Julius
Maina Mathara, a Food Microbiology and Biotechnology lecturer at the Institute for
Biotechnology Research, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology: Aflatoxin in
Food; what role for Biotechnology, 24 June 2010, Nairobi Kenya.
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IPM training of Extension officers of Vi Agroforestry, 14-18 june 2010, Kisumu Kenya
13.
6th East Africa Phytosanitary Information Committee Workshop Nairobi Kenya, June 9 – 11, 2010
14.
Open Forum on agricultural biotechnology in Africa (OFAB) 37th meeting, Guest speaker, Prof. JO
Ochanda, Director, CEBIB, UON: Review of biotechnology capacity building programme in
Kenya: the experience of CEBIB. 27 May 2010, Nairobi Kenya.
15.
Vedio conference on Fighting Bactrocera invadens in East and Southern African countries, KIA
Kenya, 25 May 2010
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Pesticide risks to wild pollinators, Wagenigen University (WUR), 17-20 May 2010
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Agricultural Research Connections (ARC), Nairobi/Naivasha, Kenya, 02-07 May 2010
Potato Value Chain Stakeholder Workshop at KSMS, Nairobi, 30 March 2010
BIOTA East Africa – concluding conference, Kakamega, Kenya 15-18 March 2010
Project personnel Confined Field Trial (CFT) Compliance Training for Transgenic Cassava, 04-05
March, 2010, KARI, Kakamega
Stakeholder Confined Field Trial (CFT) Compliance Training for Transgenic Cassava, 02-03, 2010,
KARI, Kakamega
Biotechnology stewardship training workshop organized by SABIMA project on 19-20 Jan 2010,
KARI NARL
Horticultural Association of Kenya (HAK) workshop on sustainable horticultural production in
the tropics, 02-05 Dec 2009, Arusha, Tanzania
Training workshop on food safety surveillance and monitoring methodologies and the
implementation of pesticide residue monitoring on fresh produce in Kenya, 02-13 Nov 2009,
Nairobi Kenya
Biosafety training workshop, October 18th – 24th, 2009, Kampala, uganda
International conference on “Capacity Development for the Developing World – Brain gain and
brain drain?” on October 1st and 3rd 2009 at ZEF in Bonn, Germany
Pest Risk Analysis training workshop at KEPHIS HeadQuarters, Nairobi, 24 August-02
September 2009
1st PIMS User Group Meeting of the East African Phytosanitary Information Committee (EAPIC)
in Nairobi, Kenya, 31 Aug-02 Sep 2009
Regional Workshop on taxonomy for development (UVIMA) in Eastern Africa, Lukenya Kenya
28 June-01 July 2009
International Plant Diagnostics network workshop, KARI-NARL, Nairobi Kenya 21-24 June 2009
Training course on pest surveillance and monitoring methodologies at KEPHIS, Nairobi, 18-23
May 2009
Workshop on the launching of Potato Master Plan in Kenya, 28 April 2009, Nairobi, Kenya
Stakeholder workshop on development of potato master plan in Kenya, 21 April 2009, Nairobi,
Kenya
Fifth East Africa Phytosanitary Information Committee (EAPIC) workshop, 02-06 March 2009,
Kigali, Rwanda
Seminar on global status, impact and the future of biotech crops, 13 February 2009, UON-CCU,
Nairobi Kenya
First national EAFRINET/UVIMA project awareness workshop, 15 January 2009, NMK, Nairobi,
Kenya
Debate on biosafety and genetically modified organisms, 21-22 November 2008, UON-CCU,
Nairobi Kenya
International plant diagnostics network workshop, Makerere university, Kampala, Uganda, June
30 – July 4, 2008
Biotechnology programme strategic plan workshop, KARI HQ, 12-13 June 2008, Nairobi Kenya
Enhancing Discovery of Agrobiodiversity in Farmer Field Schools. A training workshop by FAONetherlands Partnership Programme (FNPP), Nakuru, Kenya on 26-30 May 2008
4thEast Africa Phytosanitary Information Committee workshop, Lusaka, Zambia on 21-25 April
2008
Seventh Workshop on Sustainable Horticultural Production in the Tropics. Horticultural
Association of Kenya, 28 Nov-01 Dec 2007, University of Nairobi, Kabete, Kenya
International conference on the prospects for Africa-Europe’s policies. 12 March 2007, Deutsche
Welle, Bonn, Germany
54th Annual Meeting of the Society of the German Bee Research Institutes. 27- 29March 2007 in
Veitshöchheim, Würzburg, Germany
International Conference of the Society for Tropical Ecology (gtö), 20th AnniversaryMeeting, 2125 February 2007, Bonn Germany
International society of ecological economics conference, 14-18 December 2006, New Delhi India
Tropentag conference, 11-13 October 2006, Bonn, Germany
Economic valuation and environmental assessment training workshop, 15-26 august 2005,
Kakamega – Kenya
IMO/UNEP workshop on marine pollution prevention and environmental management in ports
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in Eastern Africa held at White sands hotel, Mombasa on 26-30 April 2004
Second workshop of the regional FAO/TCP: Surveillance and management of Bactrocera dorsalis
in East Africa; Training for leaders of the national survey teams at ICIPE, Nairobi, Kenya on 15-19
March 2004
The 6th biennial conference of the African Crop Science Society in Nairobi, 12-17 October, 2003
The 15th biennial conference of the African Association of Insect Scientists on 9-13 June 2003,
ICIPE, Nairobi, Kenya
Stakeholders consultation and orientation workshop on Phytosanitary standards, 9 April 2003,
KEPHIS, Nairobi, Kenya
The 8th biennial KARI scientific conference on 11- 15 November 2002, Nairobi, Kenya
Conference on agricultural research work by Rockefeller supported students held at Entebbe,
Uganda on 17-24 august 2002
Second workshop on sustainable horticulture production in the tropics held at JKUAT, Juja,
Kenya on 6-22 August 2002
First workshop on sustainable horticulture production in the tropics held at JKUAT, Juja, Kenya
on 8-15 October 2001
SCIENTIFIC AFFILIATIONS
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Founding member, Pollinator conservation working group in Kenya
Member, African Pollinator Initiative (API) and affiliated to Global Pollinator Initiative
Member, International Commission for Plant Pollinator Relations (ICPPR)
Member, Nature Kenya (Society of National Museums of Kenya)
Member, East Africa Phytosanitary Information Committee (EAPIC)
Affiliated to International Society for Pest information (ISPI) and International Organization for
Biological Control (IOBC)
SKILLS
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Computer literate and familiar with application of several statistical software, e.g., Genstat, SPSS,
MINITAB, BiodiversityPro, LIMDEP
Working independently with no supervision
Leadership role in social work e.g. Board Member in schools
MAIN INTERNATIONAL/REGIONAL LANGUAGES
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English – language of instruction from elementary school; speak fluently & read/write with high
proficiency
Kiswahili- speak fluently & read/write with high proficiency
Germany (ein bisschen)- read, speak and write
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