Background: Soil hydraulic parameters in non-saturated conditions are crucial for explaining
soil water dynamics in the field. It is therefore necessary to understand the link between soil …

It is vital to have an understanding of crop water requirements (CWR) of various crops grown
under irrigation especially in arid and semi-arid regions. This will then enable efficient use of …

Agroforestry provides multiple ecosystem services. The understanding of the relationships
between it and the ecosystem services can help to minimize undesired trade-offs. The aim of …

From the study, there is a significant difference on the effects of tillage implements on
mechanical and physical soil properties as well as the variation of these properties with …

I dedicate this research thesis to my beloved late mother Serah Muvengi, who went to be
with the Lord during the course of my studies and my late father Timothy Malyunga for they …