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CURRICULUM VITAE: Prof. Margaret Jesang Hutchinson

Table of Contents

SUMMARY .................................................................................................................................................. 2

1. PERSONAL DETAILS ................................................................................................................................ 2

2. EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................. 3

3. TEACHING AND WORK EXPERIENCE: ..................................................................................................... 3

4. (i) SUPERVISION OF POST-GRADUATE STUDENTS: ................................................................................ 4

4 (ii) UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT SUPERVISION ....................................................................................... 6

5. ACADEMIC/ SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS ................................................................................................. 7

6. IN CONFERENCES, SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS AND OTHER GATHERINGS: ............................................ 18

7. CONFERENCES/ CONGRESSES/ SYMPOSIA/ SEMINAR & PROFESSIONAL MEETINGS ATTENDED ....... 19

8: EXAMINERSHIP ..................................................................................................................................... 22

9: INVITED REVIEWS OF JOURNAL PAPERS .............................................................................................. 22

10. EXAMINATION OF THESES .................................................................................................................. 22

11: COMPLETED RESEARCH PROJECTS:.................................................................................................... 23

12: CONSULTANCIES: ............................................................................................................................... 24

13. ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE: .......................................................................................................... 25

14. PARTICIPATION IN THE ORGANIZATION OF SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS ................................................... 26

15. MEMBERSHIP OF LEARNED PROFESSIONAL BODIES.......................................................................... 26

16. SHORT COURSES AND TRAININGS ATTENDED: .................................................................................. 27

17. EXTRA-MURAL ACTIVITIES AND MEMBERSHIPS OF NON-PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS ............... 27

18. MEMBERSHIP OF MANAGEMENT BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND OTHER ORGANS OF THE UNIVERSITY

OF NAIROBI ..................................................................................................................................... 28

19. FUNDING RECEIVED AND MANAGED ................................................................................................. 28

20. SCHOLARSHIPS/ FELLOWSHIPS AWARDS ........................................................................................... 30

21. REFEREES ............................................................................................................................................ 30

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SUMMARY

I hold a PhD from the University of Guelph, Canada, MSc and BSc from the University of

Nairobi with over 40 years of experience in Agricultural research and extension and

Currently I am a Associate Professor of Horticulture at the University of Nairobi and

Chairman, Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection. I teach and conduct research and

outreach programs in Horticulture and Agriculture related and Gender Courses. and hold several

other positions such as the College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences, College

Representative, Lead Researcher and Principal Investigator of several projects at the African

Women Studies Centre among others.

Nationally and Internationally, I consult with many organizations ranging from Agriculture and

Food and Nutrition Security, Gender Mainstreaming in Agriculture, Leadership, governance and

Transformation.

I also currently serve an Associate Mentor, College of Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences. I am

also member of several professional bodies such as the International Society of Horticultural

Science, African Crop Science Society, Horticultural Association of Kenya, Kenya Professional

Association of Women in Agriculture and Environment, the Agricultural Society of Kenya and

Institute of Directors.

I am a highly motivated, self-driven, results-focused person who is passionate about economic,

social and spiritual and societal transformation of individuals, persons, Country and the African

Continent.

Google Scholar site: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=AXKJKzgAAAAJ

1. PERSONAL DETAILS

Name : Margaret Jesang Hutchinson (Prof.)

Address : Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection

College of Agriculture & Veterinary Sciences

University of Nairobi

P.O. Box 30197-00100, NAIROBI

Telephone : +254-20-2055129; Mobile: +254 722 710591

Email : [email protected]; [email protected];

[email protected]

Date of birth : May 09, 1958

Nationality : Kenyan

Marital status : Married

Profession : Horticulturalist

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2. EDUCATION/ QUALIFICATIONS

Date attended Institution Qualification and Key Areas of Study

1992-1996 University of Guelph, Canada. PhD in Horticulture

1983-1986 University of Nairobi, Kenya Master of Science in Agronomy

1978-1981

University of Nairobi, Kenya Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

1976- 1977 Ng’iya Girls High School East African Advanced Certificate of

Education

1972-1975

Kapkenda Girls Secondary

School

East African Certificate of Education

1965-1971

Kapkenda Primary School Certificate of Primary Education

3. TEACHING AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

Date Appointment Responsibilities

December

2013 – Present

Associate Professor of

Horticulture


Teaching, Research, Supervision of students and

Consultancies in:

Ornamental and Landscape Horticulture;

Floriculture at both undergraduate and

postgraduate levels; Principles of Plant

Propagation; Biotechnology/ Tissue Culture;

Greenhouse and Protected Environment

June 2000-

2013

Senior Lecturer, University

of Nairobi


Consultancies in:


Floriculture; Principles of Plant Propagation,

Biotechnology / Tissue Culture; Greenhouse and

Protected Environment; Fruit Production,

Principles of Crop Production; Principles of

Crop Production for Agricultural Engineers

1996- June

2000

Lecturer, University of

Nairobi


Consultancies in:


Floriculture; Principles of Plant Propagation,

Biotechnology / Tissue Culture; Greenhouse and

Protected Environment; Fruit Production,

Principles of Crop Production; Principles of

Crop Production for Agricultural Engineers

2003-2008 Executive Director, ECWD

and WOMEN DIRECT

Empowerment of Women and Communities in

Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Rwanda and

Burundi to take up positions of Leadership and

Decision Making.

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1990- 1991 Assistant Lecturer,



Consultancies in:


Principles of Plant Propagation; Principles of

Crop Production

1992-1996 PhD Student and Teaching

Assistant, University of

Guelph, Canada

Assist in the teaching and students supervision

in:

Principles of Plant Propagation and Tissue

culture

1990 Agricultural Officer (1)

Ministry of Agriculture,

Headquarters

Officer-in-Charge, Flowers and Spices

June 1988-

1990

Agricultural Officer (1)

Ministry of Agriculture,

HQTs

Planning and Budgeting Officer

1986-1987 Agricultural Officer (1)

Trans-Nzoia District

District Extension Supervisor and Deputy

District Agricultural Officer



In-Service Training – MSc Agronomy,




District Extension and Training Officer and

Deputy District Agricultural Officer

4. (i) SUPERVISION OF POST-GRADUATE STUDENTS:

a) PHD THESES WORK COMPLETED:

1. Ngeno, John K. 2018. Abundance, genetic diversity and nodulation efficiency of

cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.) Rhizobia in South Western Kenya soils. Co-

Supervisors: Prof. George Chemining'wa and Prof. S. Shibairo.

2. Njuguna, Joseph Kori. 2017. Effect of Growth Regulators and fertilization on Mango

flowering, yield and Fruit quality. Co- Supervisors: Dr Jane Ambuko, Prof. Willis O.

Owino.

3. Kilalo, Dora. 2012. Identification of Passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) viral pathogens

and management of woodiness disease and its aphid vectors by cultural methods. Co-

Supervisors: Prof F.M. Olubayo, Prof. J.W. Kimenju and Dr. E.M. Ateka

4. Lung’aho, Charles. 2011. Characterization and In Vitro Conservation of Potato

(Solanum tuberosum L.) cultivars. Co-Supervisors: Dr. George Chemining’wa and

Prof. Solomon Shibairo

b) PHD THESES WORK UNDERWAY:

1. Ngetich, Noah Cheruiyot. 2018. An empirical analysis of postharvest losses and

efficiency of loss reduction technologies on welfare of smallholder horticulture

farmers in Kiambu and Vihiga counties of Kenya. Co- Supervisors: Prof. John Mburu

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and Dr. Jane Ambuko

2. Peninah Yumbya. 2016. Efficacy Of Hexanal Formulations and Their Mode of

Action on Preservation of Postharvest Quality of Banana Fruits. Co- Supervisors: Dr

Jane Ambuko, Prof. Willis O. Owino.

3. Yohannis Michaelina Almaz. 2012. Advancing Women in Adopting ICTs to mitigate

impacts of Climate Change: The Case of Women in Kenya. Co-Supervisors: Prof

Waema, T. and Dr. A. Wausi

c) M SC. THESES WORK COMPLETED:

1. Ouko, John Robert Ouko. 2018. Efficacy of Hexanal as a Postharvest Preservative of

Papaya Fruits. Co-Supervisors: Dr. J. Ambuko, Prof. W. Owino.

2. Dushimimana, Constantin. 2018. Development of In vitro Multiplication and

Acclimatization Protocols for Melia Volkensii. Co-Supervisors: Prof. G.N.

Cheminingwa; Dr. T. Magomere

3. Nyabaro Violet Kwamboka. 2018. Co-Supervisors: Prof. John Mburu.

4. Francis Muniu. 2017. Enhancing Production and Marketing of Indigenous cowpea

vegetables among Smallholder Farmers in Kenya. Co-Supervisor: Dr. J. Ambuko

5. Stanley Kirakou. 2017. Evaluation of The Quality Attributes of Selected Local

Cowpea Accessions and Their Response To Postharvest Treatments. Co-Supervisors:

Dr. J. Ambuko, Dr. W. Owino

6. Esther Kariithi.2016. Evaluation of efficacy of Coolbot cold storage technology to

preserve quality and extend shelf life of mango fruits. Co-Supervisors: Dr. J.

Ambuko, Dr. W. Owino

7. Maloba, Stephen. 2016. Improving Profitability of the Mango value chain through

strategies for off-season flower induction, proper postharvest scheduling and

appropriate postharvest handling practices and technologies. Co-Supervisors: Dr. J.

Ambuko, Dr. W. Owino.

8. Hilda Miranyi. 2014. Investigating Factors Causing Frequent De-Vitalization

Treatment Non-compliance of Kenyan Cut Flowers to Australia. Co-Supervisor – Dr.

Cecilia Onyango

9. Onsongo, Nancy Kemunto. 2013. Effects of Agro-ecological conditions on the

postharvest quality and shelf life of Apple mango tree and their responses to 1-methyl

cyclopropane (1-MCP). Co-Supervisors – Dr. Jane Ambuko, Dr. Willis Owino.

10. Ruth Githiga. 2012. Effect of pre-harvest factors, 1-methylcyclopropene and active

bag packaging on postharvest Shelf-life and quality of Mango fruit. Co-Supervisors:

Dr. J. Ambuko, W. Owino

11. Muchiri, Peter. 2010. Effects of Rates and Sequence of Application of Plant Growth

hormones on potato tuber sprouting, yields and evaluation of True Potato Seeds as

alternative method of propagation. Co-Supervisor – Dr R. Nyankanga

12. Musembi, N. 2009. Effect of Plant Growth Regulators on the post-harvest handling

of Lisianthus. Co-Supervisor – Prof. K. Waithaka

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13. Kipkosgei, L. 2005. Effect of organic and inorganic fertilizers on the yield and

quality of some African leafy vegetables among the Keiyos of Kenya. Co-Supervisor:

Prof. L. Akundabweni

14. Muchiri, D. 2005. Effect of various compounds on the post-harvest physiology of

Lisianthus. Co-Supervisor – Prof. K. Waithaka

15. Onamu, Rose. 2004. Development of Micro-Propagation techniques for several

ornamental crops using Thidiazuron as a Chemical of Choice. Co-supervisor – Dr.

S.D. Obukosia

16. Muthui, T. 1999. The Effect of Benzyladenine and Gibberellins on the PostHarvest

Physiology of Alstroemeria (A. aurantica L) cutflowers. Co-Supervisor – Dr. V.E.

Emongor

17. Chebet, K. 1999. Effect of Plant Growth Regulators on the Post-harvest Physiology

of Tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa L) Cut flowers. Co-Supervisor – Dr. V.E. Emongor

d) M SC THESIS WORK UNDERWAY:

1. Fred Nelson Manyozo. 2016. Effectiveness Of Evaporative Cooling Technologies To

Preserve The Postharvest Quality Of Tomato Under Different Agro-Ecological Zones

Of Malawi Co-Supervisor: Dr. J. Ambuko

2. Justa Kathambi. 2017. Effectiveness of selected storage technologies to preserve the

postharvest quality of vegetables under different agro-ecological conditions. Co-

Supervisors: Dr. J. Ambuko, Prof. W. Owino.

3. Benson Maina. 2015. Efficacy of Waxing Innovations to Extend Shelf Life and

Preserve Postharvest Quality of Mango Fruits. Co-Supervisors: Dr. J. Ambuko, Prof.

W. Owino.

4. Emmanuel Muhuyi Amwoka. 2016. Effectiveness of Selected Postharvest Handling

Practices and Technologies to Preserve the Postharvest Quality of Mango Fruits. Co-

Supervisors: Dr. J. Ambuko, Prof. W. Owino.

5. Jane N. Kahwai. 2016. Perceptions of and Willingness to pay for Hexanal

Technology among smallholder Banana farmers in Meru County, Kenya. Co-

Supervisors: Dr. John Mburu, Dr.Martin Oulu

6. Timon Boen. 2013. Evaluation Of Maturity Indices And Quality Attributes Of

Avocado Fruit (Persea Americana) Produced Under Two Different Agro-Ecological

Zones In Kenya. Co-Supervisors: Dr. J. Ambuko, Prof. George Chemining'wa

4 (ii) UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT SUPERVISION

1. Faith Chepchumba. 2019. Effects of different solutions at different concentrations on

weight loss/gain, loss of chlorophyll and vase life of rose flower.

2. Yeswa Dennis Onyango. 2019. Assessment of Aphids attack on eight varieties of

lablab purpureus in Vihiga Sub-county in Vihiga County, Kenya

3. 2 students on Hexanal. 2018. Efficacy of hexanal sachets as a mode of application on

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shelf life extension of mangoes

4. Mung'ere, Antony Magia. 2017. Effects of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers on

Growth and Yield of Amaranthus

5. Nderitu Mercy Wangui. 2015. Effects of value addition on the shelf life of cowpea

and spider plant.

6. Luyingo Geoffrey Wanjala. 2015. Effect of pulse treatment with silver thiosulphate

complex on the vase life of roses (Red Calipso and Akito) varieties

7. Maina Benson. 2014. Effects of preservative solutions on the vase life and water

uptake of a new rose cut flower 'Cuba libre'.

8. Gladys Makaa Sammy. 2013. Effect of Different Preservation Methods of Cowpea

(Vigna unguiculata) leaves on its nutritive value.

9. Kennedy Kamau Mburu. 2013. Efficacy trials for selected commercial control agents

on selected crops.

10. Murigi Winnie. 2012. The effects of STS on the postharvest physiology of Lisianthus

(Eustoma glandiflorum) cut flowers.

11. Ruth Githiga. 2010. Effect of different flower preservatives on vase life of spray cut

flowers.

12. Nicodemus Musembi. 2009. Effect of preservatives on vase life of Lisianthus cut

flower.

13. Wambua .1997. Effect of preservatives on vase life of Lisianthus and Alstroemeria cut

flowers

14. Musya Kasee. 1997. Effect of preservatives on vase life of different cut flowers.

5. ACADEMIC/ SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS

a) REFEREED JOURNAL ARTICLES:

1. Benson Maina, Jane Ambuko, Margaret Hutchinson and Willis Owino. 2019. The effect

of waxing options on shelf life and postharvest quality of ’ngowe’ mango fruits under

different storage conditions. Advances in Agriculture. Accepted

2. Michaelina Yohannis, Agnes Wausi,Timothy Waema and Margaret Hutchinson. 2019.

The Role of ICT Tools in the Access of Climate Information by Rural Communities.

Journal of Sustainability, Environment and Peace 1(2): 32-38. ISSN 2663-4627

3. Michaelina Almaz Yohannis, Agnes N. Wausi, Margaret J. Hutchinson, Timothy M.

Waema. 2019. Enhancing Access and Use of Climate Information through ICTs. Journal of

Climate Change and Sustainability. Volume 3, Issue 1: 1-12

https://doi.org/10.20987/jccs.1.03.2019

4. Chemining'wa G.N., Ngeno, J.K., M.J. Hutchinson and S.I. Shibairo. 2018. Influence of P

fertilizer on nodulation, growth and nutrient content of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.) in

acidic soils of South Western Kenya. International Journal of Plant and Soil Science. 25(3):

1-12. ISSN: 2320-7035. http://www.sciencedomain.org/issue/4120

5. Ngeno, J.K., G.N. Chemining'wa and M.J. Hutchinson. 2018. Symbiotic efficiency of

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commercial and native rhizobia of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.) in South Western Kenya.

Asian Journal of Advances in Agricultural Research 8(1): 1-17. ISSN: 2456-8864.


6. Manyozo, F. N., Ambuko, J., Hutchinson, M. J., Kamanula, J. F., (2018). Effectiveness of

evaporative cooling technologies to preserve the postharvest quality of tomato,

International Journal of Agronomy and Agricultural Research, 13(2), 114–127

7. Jane Ambuko, Esther Karithi, Margaret Hutchinson and Willis Owino (2018). Modified

atmosphere packaging enhances the effectiveness of Coolbot cold storage to preserve

postharvest quality of mango fruits. Journal of Food Research, Vol 7 (5):7-15

8. Peninah Mueni Yumbya, Margaret Jesang Hutchinson, Jane Ambuko, Willis Omondi

Owino, Alan Sullivan, Gopinadhan Paliyath and Jayasankar Subramanian. 2018. Efficacy

of hexanal application on the post-harvest shelf life and quality of banana fruits (Musa

acuminata) in Kenya. Tropical Agriculture Volume 95 Special Issue 1: 14-35

9. Margaret Jesang Hutchinson, John Robert Ouko, Jane Ambuko, Willis Omondi Owino

and Jayasankar Subramanian. 2018. Effects of hexanal dip on the post-harvest shelf life and

quality of papaya (Carica papaya L.) fruit. Tropical Agriculture Volume 95 Special Issue

1: 43-70

10. Violet Nyabaro, John Mburu and Margaret Hutchinson. 2018. Factors influencing

gendered intra-household allocation of land and capital assets in banana (Musa spp.)

production: The case of Meru County, Kenya. Tropical Agriculture Volume 95 Special

Issue 1: 134-150

11. Jane Ambuko, Esther Karithi, Margaret Hutchinson, Lusike Wasilwa, Britta Hansen and

Willis Owino. 2018. Postharvest shelf life of mango fruits stored in a Coolbot™ cold room.

Acta Horticulturae: 1225

12. Jane Ambuko, Florence Wanjiru, Esther Karithi, Margaret Hutchinson, George

Chemining’wa, Eliakim Mwachoni, Britta Hansen, Lusike Wasilwa, Willis Owino and

Ngoni Nenguwo. 2018. Cold chain management in horticultural crops value chains: options

for smallholder farmers in Africa. Acta Horticulturae, 1225,

13. Jane Ambuko, Nancy Kemunto, Margaret Hutchinson and Willis Owino (2017).

Comparison of the Postharvest Characteristics of Mango Fruits Produced under Contrasting

Agro-Ecological Conditions and Harvested at Different Maturity Stages. Journal of

Agricultural Science; Vol. 9 (8): 181-192

14. Hutchinson M.J., Muniu F.K, Ambuko J., Kirimi J., Mwakangalu M., Mwang’ombe

A.W., Okello J.J., and Olubayo. 2017. Morphological and Agronomic Characterization of

Local Vegetable Cowpea Accessions in Coastal Kenya. African Journal of Horticultural

Science 11:47-58

15. Maloba, S., J. Ambuko, M. Hutchinson and W.Owino. 2017. Off-Season Flower Induction

in Mango Fruits using Ethephon and Potassium Nitrate. Journal of Agricultural Science

9(9): 158-167.


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16. Ambuko, J., N. Kemunto, M. Hutchinson and W. Owino. 2017. Comparison of the

Postharvest Characteristics of Mango Fruits Produced Under Contrasting Agro-ecological

Conditions and Harvested at Different Maturity Stages. Journal of Agricultural Sciences

9(8): 181-192.

17. Kirakou, P.S., Hutchinson, M.J., Ambuko, J. and Owino, W. 2017. Efficacy of Blanching

Techniques and Solar Drying in maintaining the quality attributes of cowpea leaves. The

African Journal of Horticultural Science 11:18-34

18. Hutchinson, M. J., F. K. Muniu, J. Ambuko, M. Mwakangalu, A. W. Mwang’ombe, J. J.

Okello and F. Olubayo. 2016. Effect of Cattle Manure and Calcium Ammonium Nitrogen

on Growth and Leaf Yield of Local Cowpea Accessions in Coastal Kenya. International

Journal of Plant & Soil Science 12(3): 1-12, 2016; Article No. IJPSS. 27699. ISSN: 2320-

7035. SCIENCEDOMAIN International. www.sciencedomain.org

19. Njuguna, J., Ambuko, J., Hutchinson, M. and Owino, W. 2016. The effect of Dolomitic

Lime and Muriate of Potash on Jelly Seed Disorder and Fruit Tissue Mineral content in

Mango (Mangifera indica L.). International Journal of Plant and Soil Science 12 (6): 1-8.

20. Joseph Njuguna, Jane Ambuko, Margaret Hutchinson and Willis Owino. 2016. Incidence

of Jelly Seed Disorder in ‘Tommy Atkins’ and ‘Van Dyke’ Mangoes as Affected by Agro-

Ecological Conditions in Kenya. International Journal of Plant & Soil Science: 11(5):1-9;

Article No. IJPSS.26447. ISSN: 2320-7035 SCIENCEDOMAIN international.

www.sciencedomain.org

21. Ambuko, Jane, N.K. Onsongo, M.J. Hutchinson and W.O. Owino. 2016. Response of

‘Apple Mango’ Fruit to 1-methylcyclopropene as Affected by Agro-ecological Zone and

Maturity Stage. Acta Horticulturae: 1111:347-353

22. Ambuko, J., Onsongo, N.K., Hutchinson, M.J. and Owino, W.O. 2016. A comparative

evaluation of quality and sensory characteristics of 'Apple' mango fruits produced under

different agro-ecological zones in Kenya. Acta Horticulturae: 1120, 429-434.

23. Okello, J.J., M.J. Hutchinson, A.W. Mwang’ombe, J. Ambuko, F.M. Olubayo and M.

Mwakang’alu. 2015. Consumer demand for value-added products of African Indigenous

Vegetables in Coastal Kenya: The Case of sun-dried and frozen cowpea leaves. Journal of

Agriculture, Food Systems and Community Development Vol. 6 No.1: 189-207.

24. Musembi, N.N., M.J. Hutchinson and K. Waithaka. 2015. The Effects of 6-

Benzylaminopurine and Gibberellic Acid on Postharvest Physiology of Lisianthus

(Eustoma grandiflorum) Flowers: I. Novel Synergism Improves Water Balance and Vase

Life. Acta Horticulturae 1077:47-56.

25. Musembi, N.N., M.J. Hutchinson and K. Waithaka. 2015. The Effects Aluminium

Sulphate, Sodium Hypochlorite plus Citric Acid and Silver Thiosulphate on Water

Relations and Vase Life of Harvested Eustoma grandiflorum Flowers. Acta Horticulturae

1077:57-64.

26. Musembi, N.N., M.J. Hutchinson and K. Waithaka. 2015. The Effects of 6-

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Benzylaminopurine and Gibberellic Acid on Postharvest Physiology of Lisianthus

(Eustoma grandiflorum) Flowers: II. Influence of Dose on Inflorescence Architecture and

Quality. Acta Horticulturae 1077:65-74.

27. M.J. Hutchinson, H.K. Miranyi, C.M. Onyango and E. Kimani. 2015. Devitalization of

'Bellerose' Cut Rose (Rosa hybrida L.) Flowers: Effects of Glyphogan and Roundup on

Propagation Ability and Vase life. Acta Horticulturae 1077: 83-94.

28. Hutchinson, M.J., Muchiri, J.N. and Waithaka, K. 2013. Effects of Chemical Preservatives

and Water quality on Postharvest Keeping Quality of Cut Lisianthus (Eustoma

grandiflorum L.). Botswana Journal of Agriculture and Applied Sciences 9 (1): 8-18.

29. Ambuko, J., R.W. Githiga, M.J. Hutchinson, H. Gemma and W.O. Owino. 2013. Effect of

maturity stage and variety on the efficacy of 1-MCP treatments in Mango fruits. Acta

Horticulturae 1007: 39-48.

30. Kilalo, D.C., Olubayo, F.M., Ateka, E.M, Hutchinson, M.J. and J.W. Kimenju. 2012.

Utilization of Cultural Methods for Controlling Aphid Vectors of Passion fruit viruses. East

African Agric & For. J. 78(1): 47-54.

31. Hutchinson, M.J., Kipkosgei, L. and Olubayo, F.M. 2012. Insect Pests Incidence and

Damage on Spider Plant in different agro-ecological zones. East African Agric & For. J.

78(2): 75-78.

32. Hutchinson, M.J., Olubayo, N. and Kipkosgei, L. 2012. Effect of Farm Yard Manure and

CAN on yield and quality of Amaranthus lividus in Lugari District. East Afr. Agric. & For.

J. 78 (1): 13-22.

33. Kilalo, D.C., Olubayo, F.M., Ateka, E.M, Hutchinson, M.J. and Kimenju, J.W. 2012.

Monitoring of Aphid Fauna of Passion fruit orchards in Kenya. International Journal of

Horticultural and Crop Science Research Vol. 3 (1): 1-18.

34. Charles Lung’aho, George Chemining’wa, Solomon Shibairo, Margaret Hutchinson and

Miriam Mbiyu. 2012. Cost effective slow growth in vitro conservation of potato (Solanum

tuberosum L.) using table sugar as an alternative carbon source. African Journal of

Biotechnology Vol. 11(5): 1092-1099.

35. Lung’aho, C., Chemining’wa, G, Shibairo, S. and Hutchinson, M. 2012. Dynamics of on-

farm management of Potato (Solanum tuberosum) cultivars in Central Kenya. African

Journal of Agricultural Research Vol.7: 2701-2712.

36. Hutchinson, M.J., Muchiri, J.N. and Waithaka, K. 2011. Cold Storage and Flower

Keeping Quality of Cut Lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum L.). Botswana Journal of

Agriculture and Applied Sciences Vol. 7(2): 4-11.

37. Lung’aho, Charles, George Chemining’wa, Yong-Bi Fu, Solomon Shibairo, Margaret

Hutchinson and Humberto G. Paniagua. 2011. Genetic diversity of Kenyan Potato

Germplasm Revealed by Simple Sequence Repeat markers. American Journal of Potato

Research 88: 424-434.

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38. Hutchinson, M.J., L. Kipkosgei and L.S.M. Akundabweni. 2011. The effect of Farmyard

manure and Calcium ammonium nitrate fertilizers on micronutrient density (Iron, zinc,

calcium, potassium, manganese) and seed yields of Solanum villosum and Cleome

gynandra (Cat whiskers) in Keiyo district, Rift valley. Journal of Agriculture Science and

Technology 13(1): 35-52.

39. Hutchinson, M.J., D.K. Chebet and V.E. Emongor. 2010. Effect of Accel, Sucrose and

STS on substrate utilization in cut Tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa L.) flowers. Journal of

Agriculture Science and Technology 12(2): 20-34.

40. Hutchinson, M.J., R. Onamu, L. Kipkosgei, S.D. Obukosia. 2010. Effect of Thidiazuron,

NAA and BAP on In vitro Propagation of Alstroemeria aurantiaca cv. ‘Rosita’ from shoot

tip explants. Journal of Agriculture Science and Technology 12(2): 60-69.

41. Lung'aho, C. G. Chemining'wa, S. Shibairo and M. Hutchinson. 2008. Reaction of Potato

Cultivars to Natural Infestation of Late Blight Caused by Phytophthora infestans in Kenya.

East Afr. Agric. & For. J. 74: 195-200.

42. Mutui, T.M., Emongor, V.E. and M.J. Hutchinson. 2006. The effects of Gibberellin4+7 on

the Vase Life and Flower Quality of Alstroemeria Cut Flowers. Plant Growth Regulation

48: 207-214.

43. Hutchinson, M.J., L.K. Kipkosgei, E. Obudho and L.S.M. Akundabweni. 2006. The Effect

of farmyard manure and calcium ammonium nitrate on vegetative growth, leaf yield and

nutritive quality of Cleome gynandra (Cat whiskers) in Keiyo District, Rift Valley

Province. Journal of Agriculture Science and Technology Vol. 8(1): 55-74.

44. Hutchinson, M.J., R. Onamu and S.D. Obukosia. 2004. In vitro Propagation of

Ornithogalum saundersiae: potential of Thidiazuron as a chemical of choice. Journal of

Agriculture Science and Technology 6: 60-68.

45. Hutchinson, M.J., R. Onamu and S.D. Obukosia. 2004. Effect of Thidiazuron,

Benzylaminopurine and Naphthalene Acetic acid on In-vitro propagation of Tuberose

(Polianthes tuberosa L.) from shoot tip explants. Journal of Agriculture Science and

Technology 6: 48-59.

46. Kipkosgei, L.K., L.S.M. Akundabweni and M.J. Hutchinson. 2003. The effect of

Farmyard manure and nitrogen fertilizer on vegetative growth, leaf yield and quality

attributes of Solanum villosum (Black nightshade) in Keiyo district, Rift Valley.

Proceedings, African Crop Science Society, Nairobi, Kenya.

47. Liboywa, N., L.S.M. Akundabweni and M.J. Hutchinson. 2003. Effect of C.A.N. and

Farm Yard Manure on the vitamins A and C and nitrate contents of Cleome gynandra

(Spider plant) in Lugari District. Proceedings, African Crop Science Society, Nairobi,

Kenya.

48. Mutui, T.M., V.E. Emongor and M.J. Hutchinson. 2003. Effect of Benzyladenine on the

Vase life and keeping quality of Alstroemeria cut-flowers. Journal of Agriculture Science

and Technology 5: 91-105.

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49. Hutchinson, M.J., Chebet, D.K. and V.E. Emongor. 2003. Effect of Accel, Sucrose and

silver thiosulphate on the water relations and postharvest physiology of cut tuberose

flowers. African Crop Science Journal 4: 279-287.

50. Onamu, R., S.D Obukosia, N. Musembi and M.J. Hutchinson. 2003. Efficacy of

Thidiazuron in In vitro propagation of carnation shoot tips: Influence of dose and duration

of exposure. African Crop Science Journal 11: 1-6.

51. Mutui, T.M., V.E. Emongor and M.J. Hutchinson. 2001. Effect of Accel on the vase life

and Post-harvest quality of Alstroemeria (Alstroemeria aurantiaca L.) cut flowers. African

Journal of Science and Technology Vol. 2: 82-88.

52. Hutchinson, M.J., T. Senaranta, S.V. Sahi and P. K. Saxena. 2000. Light mediates

Endogenous Plant Growth Substances in Thidiazuron -induced Somatic Embryogenesis in

geranium (Pelargonium x hortorum Bailey) Hypocotyl cultures. Journal of Plant

Biochemistry & Biotechnology 9: 1-6.

53. Emongor, V.E., T.M. Mutui and M.J. Hutchinson. 2000. Effect of Plant Growth

Regulators on post-harvest quality and vase-life of Alstroemeria cut flowers. Tanzania

Journal of Agricultural Science 3: 21-30.

54. Hutchinson, M.J., T. Senaratna, J.M. Tsujita and P.K. Saxena. 1997. Somatic

embryogenesis in liquid cultures of a tetraploid Alstroemeria (A. pelegrina x A. psittacina).

Plant Cell Tissue and Organ Culture 47: 293 -297.

55. Hutchinson, M. J., KrishnaRaj and P. K. Saxena. 1997. Inhibitory effects of GA3 on the

development of thidiazuron -induced somatic embryos in geranium (Pelargonium x

hortorum Bailey)) hypocotyl cultures. Plant Cell Reports 16: 435-438.

56. Hutchinson, M.J., S. KrishnaRaj and P.K. Saxena.1996. Morphological and Physiological

changes during thidiazuron-induced somatic embryogenesis in geranium (Pelargonium x

hortorum Bailey) hypocotyl cultures. International Journal of Plant Science 157: 440-446.

57. Hutchinson, M.J. and P.K. Saxena. 1996. Acetylsalicylic acid enhances and synchronizes

thidiazuron-induced somatic embryogenesis in geranium (Pelargonium x hortorum

Bailey) tissues cultures. Plant Cell Reports 15: 512-515.

58. Hutchinson, M.J., S.J. Murch and P.K. Saxena. 1996. Morphoregulatory role of

thidiazuron: Evidence of the involvement of endogenous auxin in thidiazuron-induced

somatic embryogenesis of geranium (Pelargonium x hortorum Bailey). Journal of Plant

Physiology 149: 573-579.

59. Hutchinson, M.J., D. Murr, S. KrishnaRaj and P.K. Saxena. 1996. Does ethylene play a

role in thidiazuron-regulated somatic embryogenesis of geranium (Pelargonium x hortorum

Bailey) hypocotyls cultures? In-Vitro Cellular and Developmental Biology - Plant 33: 136-

141.

60. Hutchinson, M. J. and P. K. Saxena. 1996. Role of purine metabolism in thidiazuron--

induced somatic embryogenesis of Geranium (Pelargonium x hortorum Bailey) hypocotyl

cultures. Physiologia Plantarum 98: 517 -522.

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61. Hutchinson. M.J., J.M. Tsujita and P.K. Saxena. 1994. Callus induction and plant

regeneration from mature zygotic embryos of a tetraploid Alstroemeria (A. pelegrina x A.

psittacina). Plant Cell Reports 14: 184 –187.

62. Chepkairor, M.J. and K. Waithaka. 1988. The effect of Floral Preservatives on Vase-life

of Alstroemeria cut flowers. East African Agric and Forestry Journal 53: 229-231.

63. Waithaka, K. and Chepkairor, M. J. 1988. Outdoor Growth and Flowering patterns of

Alstroemeria in Kenya East African Agric and Forestry Journal 53: 213-220.

64. Chepkairor, M.J. and K. Waithaka. 1987. Growth and Flowering of Alstroemeria. Acta

Horticulturae 218: 115-120.

b) Submitted:

1.

c) IN REFEREED PROCEEDINGS:

1. Benson Maina, Jane Ambuko, Margaret Hutchinson and Willis Owino. 2018. Effect of

Different waxing technologies on shelf life of Mango fruits stored under different

storage conditions. The Sixth African Higher Education Week RUFORUM Biennial

Conference; 22-26 October 2018, KICC, Nairobi Kenya

2. Emmanuel Amwoka, Jane Ambuko, Jesang Hutchinson and Willis Owino. 2018.

Effectiveness of Cold Chain Management Practices to Extend Shelf life of Mango Fruit.

The Sixth African Higher Education Week RUFORUM Biennial Conference; 22-26

October 2018, KICC, Nairobi Kenya

3. Jane Ambuko, Emmanuel Amwoka, Margaret Hutchinson, George Chemining’wa,

Catherine Kunyanga, John Mburu and Willis Owino. 2018. From the Lab to Land:

Taking Postharvest Management Solutions to Horticultural Farmers through

Aggregation Centers

4. Benson Maina, Jane Ambuko, Margaret Hutchinson and Willis Owino. 2018. Effect of

Different Waxing Technologies on Shelf Life of Mango Fruits Stored under Different

Storage Conditions. Presented at the 6th RUFORUM Biennial Conference, 22-26th

October, 2018, KICC, Nairobi - Kenya

5. Emmanuel Amwoka, Jane Ambuko, Hutchinson Jesang and Willis Owino. 2018.

Effectiveness of Cold Chain Management Practices to Extend Shelf Life of Mango Fruit.

Presented at the 6th RUFORUM Biennial Conference, 22-26th October, 2018, KICC,

Nairobi - Kenya

6. Jane Ambuko, Catherine Kunyanga, Willis Owino, Margaret Hutchinson, George

Chemining’wa, John Mburu and Emmanuel Amwoka. 2018. Group aggregation can

contribute to postharvest loss reduction and better market access for smallholder

farmers: mango case study. Presented at the 30th

International Horticultural Congress,

Instanbul, Turkey, 12-16th

August, 2018

7. Ambuko, Jane, Esther Karithi, Hutchinson Margaret, and Owino, Willis. 2018. The

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coolbot™ technology: opportunities and challenges for smallholder horticultural farmers

in Africa. Presented at the VI Postharvest Unlimited Conference, October 17-20, 2017,

Madrid, Spain

8. Jane Ambuko, Esther Karithi, Margaret Hutchinson,Willis Owino, Lusike Wasilwa

and Britta Hansen. 2018. The Coolbot™: a low-cost cold storage alternative for

smallholders in developing countries. Presented at 1st All Africa Postharvest Congress

and Exhibition, 28th

to 31st March, 2017. Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya

9. Jane Ambuko, Stephen Maloba, Margaret Hutchinson and Willis O. Owino. 2017.

Application of off-season flower induction chemicals to address seasonality in mango

fruiting and the associated postharvest losses. Presented at 1st All Africa Postharvest

Congress and Exhibition, 28th


10. Yumbya, P.M, Hutchinson, M.J, Ambuko, J, Owino, W and Subramanian, J. 2017.

Efficacy of Hexanal Application on the Postharvest shelf life and Quality of Banana

Fruits (Musa spp). Presented at 1st All Africa Postharvest Congress and Exhibition, 28

th


11. Ouko, J.R, Hutchinson, M.J, Ambuko, J, Owino, W and Subramanian, J. 2017.Effects

of Hexanal Formulations on Prolonging the Postharvest Life and Quality of Papaya

Fruit. Presented at 1st All Africa Postharvest Congress and Exhibition, 28

th to 31

st

March, 2017. Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya

12. Jane Ambuko, Florence Wanjiru, Esther Karithi, Margaret Hutchinson, George

Chemining’wa, Eliakim Mwachoni Britta Hansen, Lusike Wasilwa, Willis Owino and

Ngoni Nenguwo. 2016. Cold chain management in horticultural crops value chains:

options for smallholder farmers in Africa. Presented at the All Africa Horticultural

Congress, Ibadan, Nigeria. August 4-7, 2016

13. Jane Ambuko,Esther Karithi, Margaret Hutchinson, Lusike Wasilwa, Britta

Hansenand Willis Owino. 2016. Postharvest shelf life of mango fruits stored in a

Coolbot™ cold room. Presented at the All Africa Horticultural Congress, Ibadan,

Nigeria. August 4-7, 2016

14. Michaelina Almaz YOHANNIS, Timothy M WAEMA, Margaret HUTCHINSON and

Agnes WAUSI. 2017. Linking Climate Information to Livelihood Strategies through

ICTs: the Role of Integrated Sustainable Livelihoods Framework. IST-Africa 2017

Conference Proceedings Paul Cunningham and Miriam Cunningham (Eds) IIMC

International Information Management Corporation, 2017. ISBN: 978-1-905824-56-4

15. Ambuko, Jane, Esther Karithi, Hutchinson Margaret, and Owino, Willis. 2017. The

Coolbot™ technology: opportunities and challenges for smallholder horticultural

farmers in Africa. Presented at the VI Postharvest Unlimited Conference, October 17-20,

2017, Madrid, Spain

16. Yumbya, P.M, Hutchinson, M.J., Ambuko, J., Owino, W. and Subramanian, J. 2017.

Efficacy of Hexanal Application on the Postharvest shelf life and Quality of Banana

Fruits (Musa spp). First All Africa Postharvest Congress & Exhibition Book of Abstracts

Pg. 38.

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17. Stephen Maloba, Jane Ambuko, Margaret Hutchinson, Willis O. Owino. 2017.

Application of off-season flower induction chemicals to address seasonality in mango

fruiting and the associated postharvest losses. First All Africa Postharvest Congress &

Exhibition Book of Abstracts Page 66.

18. Margaret Hutchinson, Faith Kasiva and Wanjiku Kabira. 2017. Scoping Study on

Gender Mainstreaming in the Agriculture Sector in Kenya. All Africa Postharvest

Congress & Exhibition Book of Abstracts Pg. 115.

19. Ouko, J.R., Hutchinson, M.J., Ambuko, J., Owino, W. and Subramanian, J. 2017.

Effects of Hexanal Formulations on Prolonging the Postharvest Life and Quality of

Papaya Fruit. All Africa Postharvest Congress & Exhibition Book of Abstracts Pg. 167.

20. Esther Karithi, Jane Ambuko, Margaret Hutchinson, Willis O. Owino, Lusike Wasilwa

and Britta Hansen. 2017. Low-Cost Cold Storage Technology (Coolbot™): An

Alternative for Small-Holder Horticultural Farmers. First All Africa Postharvest

Congress & Exhibition Book of Abstracts Page 57.

21. Hutchinson, M.J. 2017. In Vitro Somatic Embryogenesis in Woody Species. Melia

Workshop and Conference, University of Nairobi, 24-25 August 2017

22. Hutchinson, M.J. 2016. Gender and agricultural research in Kenya / Africa - Personal

experiences - Panel discussion. Joint AAUN Australia Awards Agricultural Research

Symposium. 16 November 2016. Nairobi, Kenya

23. Jane Ambuko, Esther Karithi, Margaret Hutchinson, Lusike Wasilwa, Britta Hansen

and Willis Owino. 2016. Postharvest shelf life of mango fruits stored in a Coolbot™

cold room. Presented at the All Africa Horticultural Congress, Ibadan, Nigeria. August

4-7, 2016

24. Hutchinson, M.J., Miranyi, H.K., Onyango, C.M. and Kimani, E. 2013. Devitalisation

of cut rose flowers: effects on vase life and propagatability. First International

Symposium on Ornamentals in Africa. 9-13th

September 2013. Morendat Training and

Conference Centre, Naivasha, Kenya. Book of Abstracts pg 17-18.

25. Musembi, N., Hutchinson, M.J and Waithaka, K. 2013. The effects of 6-

benzylaminopurine and gibberrelic acid on postharvest physiology of Lisianthus

(Eustoma grandiflorum) flowers: I. Novel synergism improves water balance and vase

life. First International Symposium on Ornamentals in Africa. 9-13th

September 2013.

Morendat Training and Conference Centre, Naivasha, Kenya. Book of Abstracts pg 27.

26. Musembi, N., Hutchinson, M.J and Waithaka, K. 2013. The effects of 6-

benzylaminopurine and gibberrelic acid on postharvest physiology of Lisianthus

(Eustoma grandiflorum) flowers: II. Influence of dose on inflorescence architecture and

quality. First International Symposium on Ornamentals in Africa. 9-13th

September

2013. Morendat Training and Conference Centre, Naivasha, Kenya. Book of Abstracts

pg 33.

27. Musembi, N., Hutchinson, M.J. and Waithaka, K. 2013. The effects of aluminum

sulphate, sodium hypochlorite plus citric acid and silver thiosulphate on water relations

and vase life of harvested Eustoma grandiflorum flowers: II. Influence of dose on

inflorescence architecture and quality. First International Symposium on Ornamentals in

Africa. 9-13th

September 2013. Morendat Training and Conference Centre, Naivasha,

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Kenya. Book of Abstracts pg 36.

28. Ambuko, Jane, Penina Yumbya, Solomon Shibairo, Margaret Hutchinson and Willis

Owino. 2013. Efficacy of 1-methylcyclopropane (1-MCP) in Purple Passion (Passiflora

edulis Sims) Fruits as affected by Dosage and Maturity Stage. HortScience Book of

Abstracts. Presented at the American Society of Horticultural Science Conference. Palm

Desert Resort. California, USA.

29. Ambuko, Jane, Willis Owino, Solomon Shibairo, Margaret Hutchinson and Joseph

Kori Njuguna. 2012. Improving profitability of the Mango Value chain through

Strategies for off-season flower induction, reliable maturity indices and applicable

postharvest handling technologies. Project Poster presented at the 3rd

RUFORUM

Biennial Regional Conference. Imperial Resort Beach Hotel- Entebbe, Uganda. 24-28th

September 2012. WON BEST POSTER AWARD.

30. Ambuko, J., R.W. Githiga, M.J. Hutchinson, H. Gemma and W.O. Owino. 2012. Effect

of maturity stage and variety on the efficacy of 1-MCP treatments in Mango fruits.

Presented at the All Africa Horticultural Congress (AAHC), Skukuza, South Africa 15-

20th

January, 2012.

31. Githiga, R., Ambuko, J., Hutchinson, M.J., Shibairo, S.I. and Owino, W.O. 2012.

Effect of Stage of Maturity on the Efficacy of 1-MCP in Tommy Atkins Mango Fruits.

International Conference on Youth in Africa. Book of Abstracts Page 8.

32. Githiga, R., Ambuko, J., Hutchinson, M.J. and Owino, W.O. 2011. Effect of preharvest

agro-ecological conditions on the postharvest quality and shelf-life of mango fruits,

mangifer indica L. cultivar Tommy Atkins. aGRO 2011 Biennial Conference Book of

Abstracts Page 36.

33. Kemunto, Nancy, Ambuko, J. Hutchinson, M.J. and Owino, W.O. 2012. Effect of

Agro-ecological conditions on the Shelf-life and Post-harvest Quality of ‘Apple’ Mango

Fruits. International Conference on Youth in Africa. Book of Abstracts Page 26.

34. Hutchinson, M.J., Kipkosgei, L. and F.M. Olubayo. 2011, Insect pests’ incidence and

damage on Cleome gynandra in different agro-ecological zones. aGRO 2011 Biennial

Conference Book of Abstracts Page 142.

35. Hutchinson, M.J. and Nipher Olubayo. 2011. Effect of Farmyard Manure and CAN on

yield and quality of Amaranthus lividus in Lugari District. aGRO 2011 Biennial


36. Hutchinson, M.J., Ambuko, J., Nyikal, R. and Ruto, G. 2011. Essential Services

Package of Support to Improve Productivity of Women Smallholder Farmers in Kenya.

aGRO 2011 Biennial Conference Book of Abstracts Page 128.

37. Hutchinson, M.J. and Kabira, W.M. 2011. Does Kenya’s Vision 2030 capture the

Gender Dimension in the Agricultural Sector? aGRO 2011 Biennial Conference Book of

Abstracts Page 129.

38. Kilalo, D.C., Olubayo, F.M., Ateka, E.M., Hutchinson, M.J. and Kimenju, J.W. 2011.

Utilization of cultural methods for controlling aphid vectors of passion fruit viruses.

aGRO 2011 Biennial Conference Book of Abstracts Page 45.

39. Lung’aho, C., Chemining’wa, G.N., Shibairo, S.I. and Hutchinson, M.J. 2011. Effects

of seed borne virus infections on selected potato in Kenya. aGRO 2011 Biennial

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40. Muchiri, D.P.M., Nyankanga, R.O., Hutchinson, M.J. and Ambuko, J. 2011. Effects of

combined foliar application of Gibberellic acid and Benzylaminopurine on potato tuber

sprouting and subsequent yields. aGRO 2011 Biennial Conference Book of Abstracts

Page 60.

41. Musembi, N.N., W.W.Murigi and M.J. Hutchinson. 2011. Effects of silver thiosulphate

pre-treatments on harvested Lisianthus (Eustoma grandiflorum) cut flowers. aGRO 2011

Biennial Conference Book of Abstracts Page 160.

42. Kabira, W.M, Amolo, M. and Hutchinson, M.J. 2010. Gender Mainstreaming and

African women in Science, Technology and Innovation – Research Agenda and

Programmes. East and Central Africa Workshop on “Women in Science, Technology

and Innovation (ST&I): Strategies for a Competitive workforce. AMCOSTIII/UNECA.

Mombasa, Kenya.

43. Michieka, R.W., M.J. Hutchinson and A.M.M Maobe. 2009. The role of professional

women in Agriculture, Environment and Food Security. 1st Kenya Professional

Association of Women in Agriculture and Environment (KEPAWAE) Symposium,

Mombasa, Kenya.

44. Kipkosgei, L.K., L.S.M. Akundabweni and M.J. Hutchinson. 2003. The effect of

Farmyard manure and nitrogen fertilizer on vegetative growth, leaf yield and quality

attributes of Solanum villosum (Black nightshade) in Keiyo district, Rift Valley.

Proceedings, African Crop Science Society, Nairobi, Kenya

45. Liboywa, N., L.S.M. Akundabweni and M.J. Hutchinson. 2003. Effect of C.A.N. and

Farm Yard Manure on the vitamins A and C and nitrate contents of Cleome gynandra

(Spider plant) in Lugari District. Proceedings, African Crop Science Society, Nairobi,

Kenya.

d) POSITION OR DISCUSSION PAPERS

1. Hutchinson, M.J. 2007. Women empowerment and the promotion of Gender Equality in

Africa is crucial for erasing persistent poverty and the elimination of discrimination

worldwide. A paper given during the “Enhancing the Role of Regional Cooperation

among Organizations Promoting Gender Equality in Africa” conference in Johannesburg,

South Africa. September 5-7, 2007.

2. Hutchinson, M.J. 2010. Women, Science, Technology and Innovation in development.

1st Consultative Meeting of Women Scientists of the University of Nairobi. African

Women’s Studies centre, University of Nairobi, July 14, 2010

3. Hutchinson, M.J. 2010. Gender Concerns on Climate Change. 1st Consultative Meeting

of Women Scientists of the University of Nairobi. African Women’s Studies Centre,

University of Nairobi, July 14, 2010

e) REVIEWED ARTICLES/ ABSTRACTS/JOURNALS

1. Abstract Reviewer – 9th

African Potato Association Conference (APA) – 2012

2. 2004- Paper Referee – Journal of Agriculture, Science and Technology

3. 2009 – Paper Reviewer, Botswana Journal of Agriculture and Applied Sciences

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e) OTHER PUBLICATIONS

1. WHAT WOMEN FARMERS NEED: A blueprint for Action- An advocacy tool for

women farmers to their governments. CD- ACTIONAID 2010

2. W. Kabira, M.J. Hutchinson and Grace Omoni. 2010. Gender and Policy Analysis

Tools Booklet. African Women Studies Centre, University of Nairobi

3. Change makers: Supporting the Collective Voice of Women in Africa: 2007. A

production for WOMEN DIRECT Network for its campaign “Beyond Numbers:

Towards Transformative Leadership – CD

4. A Self Training Manual for Women Parliamentarians. 2005: Education Centre for

Women in Democracy

5. Several HAKI ZETU – Human rights manuals for Children in Primary School –

ECWD

f) OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS TO LITERATURE:

1. Morphoregulatory Role of Thidiazuron: Hormonal Regulation of Somatic

Embryogenesis in Geranium. PhD Thesis, University of Guelph, Canada. 1996.

2. Growth and Flowering of Alstroemeria. MSc Thesis, University of Nairobi. 1987.

6. IN CONFERENCES, SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS AND OTHER GATHERINGS:

1. Hutchinson, M.J. 2017. In Vitro Somatic Embryogenesis in Woody Species. Melia

Workshop, University of Nairobi, 24-25 August 2017

2. Hutchinson, M.J. 2016. Gender and agricultural research in Kenya / Africa - Personal

experiences - Panel discussion. Joint AAUN Australia Awards Agricultural Research

Symposium. 16 November 2016. Nairobi, Kenya

3. Hutchinson, M.J. 2010. Gender Policy Analysis Tools of Vision 2030 – Agriculture

Sector. Technical Committee, African Women Studies Centre, University of Nairobi,

May 04, 2010.

4. Hutchinson, M.J. 2010. Food Security. African Women Scientists and Engineers

(AWSE) Regional Conference “Decade into the 21st Century: the Contribution of

African Women Scientists and Engineers”, Kenya School of Monetary Studies, Nairobi

5. Hutchinson, M.J. 2010. Gender Mainstreaming in Science, Technology and Innovation

in East African Countries – The African Woman Scientist during the African Women

Decade Launch Conference, Kenyatta International Conference Centre, Nairobi, 10th

–

15th

October, 2010.

6. Hutchinson, M.J. 1999. Biotechnology in Kenya -International Group Training on

Biotechnology, Kobe University, Japan

7. Hutchinson, M.J. 1997. The Role of Floriculture in Kenyan Horticulture Sector.

National Horticulture Seminar. JKUAT, Nairobi, Kenya

8. Hutchinson, M. J. 1989. The role of Spices in the Kenyan Economy. Second

International Spice Group Meeting. Singapore

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7. CONFERENCES/ CONGRESSES/ SYMPOSIA/ SEMINAR & PROFESSIONAL

MEETINGS ATTENDED

a) INTERNATIONAL

1. Melia Workshop - Progress in Propagation and utilization of Melia volkensii.

University of Nairobi, CAVS, 24-25 August 2017

2. Panel Discussant -2016 Joint AAUN Australian Awards Agricultural Research

Symposium. 16th November 2016. Nairobi, Kenya

3. USAID-Africa Lead Training of Trainers Course in Curriculum Design, Coaching and

Mentoring. July 2016. Naivasha, Kenya

4. ICRAF 2016 Management Team Meeting September 2016 at the Nairobi Campus

5. USAID Horn of Africa Joint Planning Cell Regional Meeting on Resilience. Sheraton

Hotel, Kampala Uganda. 2-4th June 2015.

6. Mwongozo Induction Programme for Boards of State Corporations. 2-4 November

2015, Mombasa Continental Resort

7. Minimizing Postharvest Losses among Smallholder Farmers through Training on

Good Harvest and Postharvest Handling Practices. 24th

and 28th

January 2014.

Makueni and Embu Counties. UC Davis- HortCRSP-USAID-UoN.

8. Training workshop on Leadership, Management and Mentorship in Research for

NARIs. ASARECA-BeCA ILRI, All Africa Conference of Churches, Nairobi. 10-14

October 2014. Facilitator

9. Training in Proposal Writing and Advocacy Techniques For National Seed Trade

Associations in Alliance for the Seed Industry in Eastern and Southern African

(ASIESA) Targeted Countries. Hilton Hotel, Nairobi 21-22 February, 2013 - Trainer

10. Annual Meeting of Horticulture CRSP (Collaborative Research Support Program.

Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, 6-9th

May, 2013. Panel Discussant –– Horticulture

Research Successes and Opportunities for East Africa from A Researcher’s view.

11. Champions for Change Leadership Training as Consultant Trainer – Southern African

Region. February and April 2012. Chisamba Zambia - Trainer

12. Champions for Change Leadership Training as Consultant Trainer- Module 2. August,

Nairobi and September 2012 – Entebbe - Trainer

13. NEPAD – FARA Workshop: Towards formation of CAADP Country Core Education.

(3C Edu) Groups, World Bank Offices, Nairobi Kenya. July 29-30th

, 2012

14. Champions for Change Leadership Training for ASARECA NARIs from DRC, South

Sudan, Eritrea, Madagascar, Rwanda and Burundi. Letigo Hotel, Kigali, Rwanda.

October 14-20, 2012- Facilitator

15. The East African Community (EAC) Afflatoxin Control Program, Nairobi. Safari

Club, Nairobi, Kenya (October 24-25, 29-30 and 1st of November 2012) – Facilitator

16. ASARECA Leadership Training: Dar-es Salaam, Sept 27-29th

, 2011 – Consultant

Trainer

17. Champions for Change Leadership Training (As Consultant Trainer) Module 1– East

Africa Region. January – March, 2011, April – Nairobi, May - Ethiopia, September –

Uganda September 08 – 20th

, Munyonyo, Entebbe - Consultant Trainer.

18. Champions for Change Leadership Training for Regional Centers of Excellence of

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ASARECA; September to 1st October, 2011. Dar es salaam, Tanzania – Trainer

19. NEPAD CAADP Climate-Smart Agriculture Program Design Workshop. 2011. -

Facilitator

20. Advancing Agri-practice Adding Value for Women. International Centre for Research

on Women (ICRW) and International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI). May 23-24,

2011. Nairobi, Kenya

21. East and Central Africa Workshop on “Women in Science, Technology and

Innovation (ST&I): Strategies for a Competitive workforce. AMCOSTIII/UNECA.

Mombasa, Kenya. 2010.

22. Mango Conference, KICC, Nairobi, 2010

23. African Women Scientists and Engineers (AWSE) Regional Conference “Decade into

the 21st Century: the Contribution of African Women Scientists and Engineers”,

Kenya School of Monetary Studies, Nairobi, 2010

24. African Women Decade Launch Conference; KICC Nairobi, Kenya, 2010

25. Snap bean Markets at the Agricultural Information Resource Centre, NARL, Nairobi,

2010

26. All African Horticultural Congress, Nairobi Kenya: 31st August – 3

rd September, 2010

27. HCDA Delegation to South Africa; 19th

-25th

November, 2007

28. “Enhancing the Role of Regional Cooperation among Organizations Promoting

Gender Equality in Africa”. September 5-7, 2007.

29. United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, New York, USA. 2007

30. International Women Conference – Johannesburg, South Africa. Nov 2007

31. Fruit Logistica Exhibition, Berlin, Germany, 2009

32. Horticulture Industry Dinner and Workshop, London, UK, 2009.

33. Gender Budgeting Training for Ministry of Planning and National Development

Officials. February 12th

at PanAfric Hotel, Nairobi, 2008

34. United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, New York, USA, 2006

35. UN Resolution 1325 - Regional Women Conference Commemorating Finland’s EU

Presidency and 100 years of Women’s Suffrage in Finland. Intercontinental Hotel,

Nairobi, 2006

36. 7th

African Crop Science Society, Entebbe, Uganda, 2005

37. United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, New York, USA, 2005

38. 6th

African Crop Science Society, Nairobi, Kenya, 2003

39. IPGRI: Indigenous Vegetables, Nairobi, Kenya, 2001

40. UNIDO/ Regional Workshop on the Diversification and Development of the

Horticulture Sector in Africa, 2001

41. International Human Dimension Program – Nairobi, 2001

42. FAO/JKUAT Food, Nutrition and Agriculture workshop for Training of Trainers from

Agricultural Institutes, Colleges and Universities – NAIROBI, 2001

43. Kobe University Seminar- Japan, 1999

44. Ontario African Working Group workshop –Canada, 1993

45. Canadian Greenhouse Seminar –Canada. 1993

46. Second International spice Group Meting –Singapore, 1989

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47. Women's Programme in Agricultural Credit and banking workshop. FAO/ AFRACAl

AFC –Nairobi. 1983.

b) NATIONAL

1. Champions for Change Training on Food and Nutrition Security - Makueni County.

Wote, Makueni. 12-17th

July 2015.

2. Champions for Change training on Food and Nutrition Security - Bomet County.

3. Mango Processing Consultative Workshop. College of Agriculture and Veterinary

Sciences. 5th

June 2015.

4. aGRO 2011 Biennial Conference, University of Nairobi, 26th

September 2011.

5. Centre for Sustainable Dryland Ecosystems and Communities: CCK Nairobi, 30th

Nov

to 1st December 2011

6. Women Leadership Strategic Consultative Meeting: Women’s participation in

Political Leadership. UNDP-Amkeni Wakenya/ UNDP Women-Usawa. Great Rift

Valley Lodge & Golf Resort, Naivasha, Kenya. 9-12 August 2011

7. “Unearthing the Gold in Mango” at National Mango conference, 11th

-12th

February

2010, KICC Nairobi

8. Horticultural Association of Kenya Workshop; 28th

November to 1st December, 2007

Nairobi

9. Corporate Governance for Company Directors, Mombasa, Kenya, 2003

10. Lake Victoria Research Initiative Stakeholder Workshop – Nairobi, 2002

11. Regional Workshop on Horticulture Sector Diversification and Development for

English Speaking African Countries. May 29-30th

, 2001. Nairobi, Kenya

12. HCDA Senior Management Training and Workshop, 2001

13. Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology/FAO Advocacy meeting

and workshop for Adaptation of Resource Materials and Integration of Food and

Nutrition into Curricula of Agricultural Training Institutions and Programs, Nairobi,

Kenya, 2001

14. The Status, Impact and Future Prospects of Biotech Crops. 13th

February 2009,

University of Nairobi Central Catering Unit, Main Campus

15. National Horticultural Seminar & Workshop for Industry Stakeholders, Sept 23rd

,

1999 PanAfric Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya

16. Management Skills Course for KEPAWAE members -AIC Nairobi, 1998

17. Training for Development (TFD) seminar -Mombasa Kenya, 1997

18. National Horticultural Seminar –PanAfric Hotel, 1997

19. National Council for Science and Technology Workshop on “Regulations and

Guidelines for Biosafety in Biotechnology for Kenya” at KARI Headquarters,

Nairobi, Kenya, 1996

20. JICA/HCDA Horticulture Workshop –Nairobi, 1989

21. National Soil Conservation Seminar/workshop in Nyeri, 1982

22. National Training and Visit Extension workshop, 1982.

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8: EXAMINERSHIP

a) 2009 – Present: External Examiner, Department of Horticulture, Jomo Kenyatta

University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya: 2009

b) 2001-2002: External Examiner, Department of Crop Science, University of Zimbabwe

9: INVITED REVIEWS OF JOURNAL PAPERS

1. 2012. Documenting the range of biological and physical components of Kit-Mikayi site

at the local and landscape scale and assess the visual preference of difference. Journal of

Agriculture, Science and Technology

2. 2010. A comparative study on the influence of different hydroponics systems on the

growth, flowering and quality of gladiolus (Gladiolus grandiflorus). Egerton Journal of

Science and Technology

3. 2008. Seasonal Changes in the development of Papaya microspores and induction of

embryos from cultured anthers. Journal of Agriculture, Science and Technology

(JAGST), JKUAT

4. 2007. Cassava Production Systems across some agro-ecological zones in South West-

North West Axis of Nigeria. Journal of Agriculture, Science and Technology (JAGST),

JKUAT

5. 2006. Influence of holding solutions and cold storage (wet and dry storage) on the

postharvest life and respiration rate of cut roses. Journal of Agriculture, Science and

Technology, JKUAT

6. 2006. Effect of Gibberellic acid on the postharvest quality of tiger lily (Lilium

lancifolium Thunb) cut flowers. Botwana Journal of Agriculture an Applied Sciences

7. 2006. Cassava starch as an Alternative gelling agent for micropropagation of Potato

(Solanum tuberosum L). Horticultural Association of Kenya.

8. 2006. Comparison of Chemical versus non-chemical thinning of apple. Egerton Journal-

Science and Technology Series

9. 2004. Relations between tuber weight and vegetative growth yield and flower quality of

tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa L. cv “Double”. Journal of Agriculture Science and

Technology, JKUAT.

10. 2002. Environmental stability analysis of soybean cultivars in Western Kenya. Journal

of Agriculture Science and Technology, JKUAT.

10. EXAMINATION OF THESES

1. Alice Nakumicha. Ph.D 2013. Factors affecting Production, Color and Fragrance

Characteristics of Polianthes Tuberosa Linn. Cutflowers. Jomo Kenyatta University

of Agriculture and Technology.

2. Peter Caleb Otieno. MSc. 2013. Effects of Fresh Plant Derived Soil Amendments on

the Management of Nematodes (Meloidogyne spp), Growth, Yield and Quality of

Greenhouse tomatoes. Egerton University.

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3. Peninah Yumbya. MSc. 2012. Effect of 1-Methylcyclopropane and Activebag®

Packaging on Postharvest Shelf life and Quality of Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora

edulis Sims). University of Nairobi

4. Serah M. Namusonge. MSc. 2011. Effects of Gibberellic Acid and Benzyladenine on

Dormancy Release, Growth and Multiplication of Oriental Lily (Licy spp) Bulbs.

Egerton University

5. Sylvia Amondi Henga. MSc. 2010. Regeneration of Roots and Shoots in-vitro and

optimization conditions in Jatropha curcas L. University of Nairobi

6. John Gitau Mburu. MSc. 2010. An economic analysis of the factors influencing the

choice of smallholder milk marketing channels in Keiyo District, Kenya. University of

Nairobi, Department of Agricultural Economics.

7. Benard Mware Ouma. MSc 2009. Transmission and Distribution of Cassava Brown

streak virus in Eastern, Central and Western Kenya. University of Nairobi

8. Arthur Karugu Munyiri. MSc. 2009. Assessing Phenotypic and Genotypic Diversity

of Kenyan Sorghum Germplasm under Drought Stress conditions. University of

Nairobi

9. Maereka, E. MPhil. 2007. Intercropping and Leaf harvest management for improved

lead yields in two traditional vegetables: Pumpkin (Cucurbita maxima L.) and

Mustard rape (Brassica juncea Czern.) in Zimbabwe. University of Zimbabwe

10. Mahenga, G. MPhil. 2007. A study of the Effects of Pruning, Water stress and

Deheading on the flowering behavior of Leucospermum cv. Scarlet Ribbon and

Leucospermum cv. Saxosum. University of Zimbabwe.

11. Sylvia Amondi Henga. MSc.2010. Regenerating Roots and Shoots of Jatropha in vitro

and optimizing Seed Germination. University of Nairobi.

12. Millicent Adhiambo Otiende. MSc. 2005. Survival of Propagated Rose (Rosa

hybrida) as affected by Age, variety and storage period of cut wood. Maseno

University.

13. Kibaru Gikaru. MSc. 2003. Management of Aphids and Aphid-transmitted viruses in

Seed Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Production in Kenya. University of Nairobi.

14. Luis Nyawenda. MSc. 2002. Screening Tomato (Lycopericon esculentum L.) varieties

for tolerance to waterlogged soils. University of Nairobi.

15. Alice Mwaniki. MSc. 2002. Assessment of bean production constraints and seed

quality and levels of improved common bean seed infection/contamination by fungi.

University of Nairobi.

11: COMPLETED RESEARCH PROJECTS:

PERI

OD

AMOUNT CURRE

NCY

TITLE DONOR

2017 50,000,000 KSH 1st All Africa Postharvest Congress and Exhibition Consortium of

Donors including

Rockefeller

Foundation, IITA,

EAGC, GCCA,

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12: CONSULTANCIES:

AGRA, PEF, SNV,

EATIH,

Horticulture

Innovation LAB,

SDC

2014-

2018

32 million

KES

CDN Enhanced Preservation of Fruits Using

Nanotechnology. Funded by IDRC through

University of Guelph, Canada.

UoN, KALRO,

JKUAT and

University of

Guelph (Canada).

2015 674,940 KSH KAPAP Collaborative Research - Deepening and

Up scaling

KAPAP/WORLD

BANK

2014-

2015

7,714,000 KSH Innovative Cold Storage Option for Smallholder

Farmers

USAID

2014-

2015

81,000,000 KSH Promoting and Advocating for Implementation of

Article 43(1) (C) on Food Security

GOK

2011-

13

3,866,463 (24

Million)

Ksh Enhancing Food, Nutrition Security and Incomes

among Smallholder Farmers Through Production

and Value-Addition of Indigenous Vegetables

KAPAP/WORLD

BANK

2013-

14

1,950 USD Minimizing postharvest losses among mango

farmers through training on Good harvest and

Postharvest Handling Practices

HortCRSP-USAID

2012-

13

59,535 USD Improving Profitability of The Mango Value

Chain Through Strategies for Off-Season Flower

Induction, Proper Postharvest Scheduling and

Appropriate Postharvest Handling Practices and

Technologies

RUFORUM /UON

2011-

12

4,113,151 Kshs Promoting and Advocating for Implementation of

Article 43(1) (C) on Food Security

SUNY-KENYA-

AWSC-UON

2010-

2011

3,000,000 Kshs Gender Audit Vision 2030 – Agriculture Sector Australian Aid-

AWSC-UON

2001-

04

69,998 USD African Leafy Vegetables Rockefeller

Foundation - UON

2001 1,050 USD African Leafy Vegetables International Plant

Genetic Resources

Institute (IPGRI)-

UON

TOTAL 195,668,554 KSH

YEAR AMOUNT CURR

ENCY

PURPOSE DONOR

/PARTNER

2016 1,050 USD Rapportuer, 2016 Management Team meeting ICRAF

2015-6 1,000,000 KSH A Scoping Study on Gender Mainstreaming in

Agriculture

UN Women

(Kenya)

2013 425,000 KSH Developing a Popular Version of the Horticulture ASCU-GOK

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13. ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE:

Period

Appointment Responsibilities

2017- Chairman Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection

2012 – 2017 Head

Crop Science Section, Department of Plant Science

and Crop Protection

2011 – 2012 Head Horticulture Unit, Department of Plant Science and

Crop Protection

2012 – 2015 Council Member Embu University College

2012 – 2016 Coordinator Grants Proposal Writing, College of Agriculture and

Veterinary Sciences

2012 – 2014 Vice-Chairman Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection

Welfare Committee

2011-2017 Chairman Departmental Research, Publications and Seminars

2011-2017 Member Departmental Module II and III Coordination,

Teaching and Research Facilities Committee

1998-2003 Chairman

Faculty of Agriculture Postgraduate Studies

Committee

2005-2008 Member Departmental Public Relations

2005-2008 Member Faculty Field Station Advisory Committee

1998-2006 Chairman

Propagation Materials Technical Committee, Kenya

Bureau of Standards

1998 Member College Special Investment Projects Committee

1999-2006 Chairman Crop Science Department Welfare Association

2012 Member Taskforce for Higher Education in Kenya (TAHEST)

Policy

2010-11 15,000 USD Trainer, Food Security Champions – East and

Southern African

USAID/AFRICA

LEAD

2011-12 5,000 USD Trainer, Leadership and Management ASARECA-RAI

2012 900 USD Review a Synthesis Report entitled “Technologies

for Enhancing Horticultural Productivity in

Kenya: Key Lessons and Messages for

Programming and Policy Action”

ReSAKSS-ILRI

2010 1,948,000 Kshs Development of an Essential Services Package for

Women Farmers- An Advocacy Tool

Action Aid

International –

KEPAWAE

2007 76,000 Kshs End Term Review of the Civic and Voter

Education Program funded by Westminster

Foundation for Democracy

Kenya Women

Workers

Organization

1997 40000 Kshs Development of Flower crop enterprise FPEAK

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Science, Technology and Innovation, with the Ministry

of Higher Education, Kenya

2005-? Mentor African Women in Agricultural Research and

Development (AWARD), CGIAR, Nairobi

2001 – 2010 Board Member Horticultural Crops Development Authority

2001 – 2010 Board Member Poverty Eradication Network

2001 – 2003 National Treasurer KEPAWAE

2014 Vice-Chairman, Action Aid International, Kenya

2006 – 2014 Member General Assembly, Action Aid International, Kenya

2007 – 2015 Friend World Vision

14. PARTICIPATION IN THE ORGANIZATION OF SCIENTIFIC MEETINGS

a) 2017: First All Africa Postharvest Congress and Exhibition. Safari Park, Nairobi.

March 28-31st March

b) 2013. Annual Horticultural Association of Kenya. Meru University

c) 2013: Horticultural Association of Kenya (HAK) – 1st African Symposium on

Ornamentals

d) 2007: Horticultural Association of Kenya (HAK), Egerton University, Kenya

e) 2005: Member, Organizing Committee, African Crop Science Society, Entebbe,

Uganda

f) 2003: Secretary, Local Organizing Committee, African Crop Science Society,

Nairobi, Kenya -

15. MEMBERSHIP OF LEARNED PROFESSIONAL BODIES

1. 2013 - : International Association of Horticultural Science (ISHS)

2. 2002 – Present: African Crop Science Society and served as a Council Member and

Secretary of the Society between 2003 and 2005

3. 2012- University of Nairobi Alumni – Agriculture Chapter

4. 1996 – Present University of Guelph Alumni

5. 1997 – Present: Kenya Professional Association of Women in Agriculture and

Environment

6. 2007 – Present: Horticultural Association of Kenya

7. 2003- Present : Institute of Directors

8. 1990 –1991. American Society of Horticultural Science

9. 1990 - USAID Training for Development Alumni

10. 2005 – present: African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD)

formerly CGIAR Gender and Diversity Program – G&D Rockefeller Fellowship Program

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16. SHORT COURSES AND TRAININGS ATTENDED:

Date Place Course

2016 Naivasha, Kenya Advanced ToT, Champions for Change

Leadership Training

April 2011 Nairobi, Kenya Champions for Change Leadership Training

6th Feb. 2007 Nairobi, Kenya ISO 9001:2000 Training, UON

20th Feb. 2002 Nairobi, Kenya Integration of On-Farm Research into the

Graduate Curriculum of the Agriculture

Faculties within Kenya

1st Nov 2002 Nairobi, Kenya Biometry Enhancement Workshop, UON

16-19th

Feb 1998 KARI AIC Nairobi Management Skills

Sep- Dec 1990 California Polytechnic State

University, San Loius Obispo

Floriculture

March – July 1999 Kobe University, Japan. Biotechnology

9-13th July 2001 Methodist Guest House Nairobi TOT FAO/JAKUAT Food, Nutrition and

Agriculture of Agriculture Institutes,

Colleges and Universities

16-22nd

March 2003 Mombasa, Kenya Corporate Governance for Company Directors

18-22nd

July 1983 Nairobi, Kenya Women’s Program in Agricultural Credit

and Banking

17. EXTRA-MURAL ACTIVITIES AND MEMBERSHIPS OF NON-PROFESSIONAL

ASSOCIATIONS

PERIOD

POSITION

DETAILS

2017 Trustee Christ Is The Answer Ministries (CITAM)

2011 – 2014 Deacon and

Church

Secretary

Christ Is The Answer Ministries (CITAM)

2003 – 2008 Executive

Director

Education Center for Women in Democracy

2003 – 2008 Coordinator WOMEN DIRECT Network in 6 African Countries

2004 Rep, Women

Organizations

Constitution of Kenya Review Commission National

Constitutional Conference

2009- 2014 Deacon Christ Is The Answer Ministries (CITAM)

2006 – 2009 Assistant Leader Women Ministry, Nairobi Pentecostal Church, Valley Road

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2001 – 2006 Assistant Group

Leader

Women Ministry, Nairobi Pentecostal Church, Valley Road

1990 – Present Member Nairobi Pentecostal Church (NPC)

1976 – 1977 Worship Leader Local Church near Ng’iya Girls High School

1994 – 1995 Pastoral Board

Member

Southside Christian Assembly – Pentecostal Assemblies of

Canada

2004 – 2007 Member North Rift Leaders Forum

2005- 2012 Board Member Nyanya Project based in North Carolina and operating in several

African Countries

18. MEMBERSHIP OF MANAGEMENT BOARDS, COMMITTEES AND OTHER

ORGANS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI

Period Appointment Responsibilities

2003-2006 Faculty Representative Intellectual Properties Task Force, University of

Nairobi

2009- Present College Representative

and Lead Researcher

Fa African Women Studies Centre, University of

Nairobi

1998-2006 College Representative University of Nairobi Senate

19. FUNDING RECEIVED AND MANAGED

YEAR AMOUNT CURRE

NCY

ISSUE / TOPIC FUNDED DONOR

/PARTNER

2016-

2019

50,000,000 KSHS University of Nairobi Postharvest Project:

Establishment of Aggregation Centers for

Smallholder Horticultural Farmers and

Organization of the 1st All Africa Postharvest

Rockefeller

Foundation

2017 20,000,000 KSHS Adaptation and upscaling of tested and

applicable postharvest technologies for

smallholder horticultural farmers to reduce

postharvest losses

NRF

2014-

2018

346,756 CND/K

SH

Enhanced preservation of fruits using

nanotechnology

IDRC-UoG

2014-

2015

7,714,000 KSHS Innovative Cold Storage Option for Smallholder

Farmers

USAID

2011-13 674,940 Kshs KAPAP Collaborative Research - Deepening and

Up Scaling

KAPAP- World

Bank

2010-

2014

4,300,000 KSHS Enhancing Production, Value Addition and

Marketing of Indigenous Vegetables among

Smallholder Farmers in Kenya.

KAPAP - World

Bank

2013- 24,000,000 USD/KS Cost Implications of the Gender Gaps in the UN WOMEN

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2014 (5,483,425-

2013)

H Agricultural Sector: A Case of Selected Sub-

Saharan African Countries

2012-13 81,000,000

Kshs Advocating for The Right to Food Security:

Actualization of Article 43(1)c of the Kenyan

Constitution

GOK- AWSC-

UON

2013-14 1,950 USD Minimizing postharvest losses among mango

farmers through training on Good harvest and

Postharvest Handling Practices

HortCRSP-

USAID

2012-13 59,535 USD Improving Profitability of The Mango Value

Chain Through Strategies for Off-Season Flower

Induction, Proper Postharvest Scheduling and

Appropriate Postharvest Handling Practices and

Technologies

RUFORUM

/UON

2012-13 6,900,000 Kshs Gender Audit for Vision 2030 - Australian Aid/

AWSC-UON

2011 150,000 Kshs Greenhouse Construction HCDA

2011 150,000 Kshs Cut flower planting materials Farmer -

Anonymous

2011-12 2,000,000 Kshs “Mechanisms for Multiplication and Distribution

Of Disease Free Planting Material for Improved

Passion Fruit Production.”

NCST/UON

2011-13 3,866,463 (24

Million)

Kshs Enhancing Food, Nutrition Security and Incomes

among Smallholder Farmers Through Production

and Value-Addition of Indigenous Vegetables

KAPAP- World

Bank

2011 -12 2,892,250 Kshs Effective realisation of Kenyan’s rights to

attainable standards of health, adequate housing,

reasonable standards of water and sanitation,

adequate food and of acceptable quality, social

security and education (Article 43. 1).

AMKENI-

KENYA –

AWSC-UON

2011-13 4,113,151 Kshs Promoting and Advocating for Implementation

of Article 43(1) © on Food Security

SUNY-KENYA-

AWSC-UON

2010 3,000,000 Kshs Gender Audit Vision 2030 – Agriculture Sector Australian Aid-

AWSC-UON

1999 Kshs Postharvest Physiology of Tuberose – MSc

Horticulture student – Daniel Chebet

KARI

2011 1,200,000 Kshs Postharvest Physiology of cut Lisianthus flowers

– PhD student, Nicodemus Musembi

NCST

2010 1,116,000 Kshs DAAD

2011 450,000 Kshs HELB

2011 13,000,000 Kshs

Ambassadors’ Girls Scholarship Program – (and

Boys in 2008)

Academy for

Educational

Development-

USAID

2010 26,770,560 Kshs

2009 13,571,252 Kshs

2008 18,133,404 Kshs

2007 15,692,880 Kshs

2006 14,023,534 Kshs

2005 17,767,126 Kshs

2000-03 1,285,172 Kshs Girl-Child Education Winrock

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* 1 USD – Kshs. 85

** Excluding ECWD and WOMEN DIRECT funds

20. SCHOLARSHIPS/ FELLOWSHIPS AWARDS

1. Japanese International Cooperation Agency Scholarship (1999) Biotechnology -

Kobe University, Japan

2. Canadian International Development Agency Scholarship (1991-1996): PhD

(Horticulture) - University of Guelph, Canada.

3. University of Guelph Open Scholarship (Fall, 1992)

4. University of Guelph Graduate A ward (Spring, 1993)

5. White Rose Nurseries Graduate Scholarship (1995-96)

6. USAID Scholarship (1990): - Ornamental Horticulture -California Polytechnic State

University.

7. Government of Kenya Scholarship Award (1983 -1986) - MSc. Agronomy -

University of Nairobi.

8. Certificate of Merit, Best Academic Performance in Subsidiary Mathematics and

Physics (1977) – Ng’iya Girls High School (Ng’iya GHS)

9. Certificate of Merit, Best Academic Performance in Physics (1976) – Ng’iya GHS

21. REFEREES

[1] Prof. George Ndiema Chemining'wa

Associate Professor and Dean

Faculty of Agriculture

P.O. Box 29053-00625, Kangemi, Nairobi.

International-

KEPAWAE

2000-

2003

1,285,172 Kshs Girl-Child Education Winrock

International

2004 4,000,000 Kshs

Girl Child Education

USAID/ Winrock

International –

KEPAWAE

2003 4,213,721 Kshs

2002 2,594,249 Kshs

2001 Kshs

2000 7,692,857 Kshs

2001-07 69,998 USD African Leafy Vegetables Rockefeller

Foundation –

UON

2001 1,050 USD African Leafy Vegetables International Plant

Genetic Resources

Institute (IPGRI)-

UON

TOTAL

-Agric

Kshs

As of March 2019

OTHE

R**

140,029,927 Kshs.

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Email: [email protected]; [email protected]

Mobile Phone No.: +254-721723806

[2] Prof. John Wangia Kimenju

Professor and Former Dean

Department of Plant Science and Crop Protection

P.O. Box 29053-00625, Kangemi, Nairobi.

Email: [email protected]

Mobile Phone No.: +254-722499094

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