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L. Wasilwa

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h-index: 10
Works: 60
Citations: 569

Most-cited papers

The potential of neglected and underutilized species for improving diets and nutrition
D. Hunter, T. Borelli, D. Beltrame, C. N. S. Oliveira +14 more
2019Planta251 citations Open access
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Reexamination of races of the cucurbit anthracnose pathogen Colletotrichum orbiculare
L. Wasilwa, J. Correll, T. Morelock, R. Mcnew
199355 citations
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Integrated strategies for durable rice blast resistance in sub-Saharan Africa.
Samuel Mutiga, F. Rotich, V. Were, J. Kimani +16 more
2021Plant Disease36 citations Open access
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Comparison of Colletotrichum orbiculare and Several Allied Colletotrichum spp. for mtDNA RFLPs, Intron RFLP and Sequence Variation, Vegetative Compatibility, and Host Specificity.
B. Liu, L. Wasilwa, T. Morelock, N. O'Neill +1 more
2007Phytopathology35 citations Open access
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Characterization of isolates that cause black rot of crucifers in East Africa
Joseph M. K. Mulema, J. Vicente, D. Pink, Alison C. Jackson +6 more
2012European journal of plant pathology24 citations
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Assessment of the Virulence Spectrum and Its Association with Genetic Diversity in Magnaporthe oryzae Populations from Sub-Saharan Africa.
Samuel Mutiga, F. Rotich, V. D. Ganeshan, D. Mwongera +11 more
2017Phytopathology19 citations Open access
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Effect of explant type, source and genotype on in vitro shoot regeneration in Macadamia (Macadamia spp.)
L. Gitonga, S. Gichuki, K. Ngamau, A. Muigai +4 more
201019 citations
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Occurrence and distribution of citrus gummosis (Phytophthora spp.) in Kenya
L. Mounde, E. Ateka, A. Kihurani, L. Wasilwa +1 more
200916 citations
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Assessing the determinants of tissue culture banana adoption in Western Kenya.
J. Wanyama, G. Obare, G. Owuor, L. Wasilwa
201610 citations Open access
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Morphological characterization and identification of phytophthora species causing citrus gummosis in Kenya
LG Mounde, E. Ateka, AW Kihurani, L. Wasilwa
2012African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development10 citations Open access
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Adaptability of Kenyan macadamia selections and Hawaiian varieties in four agro-ecological zones.
N. Ondabu, L. Wasilwa, G. W. Watani, K. Z. Ahmed
20079 citations
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Application of innovative ICT tools for linking agricultural research knowledge and extension services to farmers in Kenya
Boniface Akuku, F. Makini, L. Wasilwa, G. Kamau +1 more
20148 citations
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MANGO CULTIVAR DIVERSITY AND ITS POTENTIAL FOR IMPROVING MANGO PRODUCTIVITY IN KENYA 1
Kehlenbeck, E. Rohde, J. Njuguna, F. Omari +2 more
20108 citations
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Forecasting the population development of within-season insect crop pests in sub-Saharan Africa: the Pest Risk Information Service
Charlotte Day, S. Murphy, Jon Styles, Bryony Taylor +37 more
2024Journal of Integrated Pest Management7 citations Open access
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Effects of Legume Cover Crops on Orange (Citrus sinensis) Fruit Weight and Brix
J. Mulinge, H. Saha, L. Mounde, L. Wasilwa
20187 citations Open access
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Management strategies for fungal diseases in passion fruit production systems in Kenya.
R. Amata, M. J. Otipa, M. Waiganjo, L. Wasilwa +3 more
20117 citations
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Effect of Legume Cover Crops on Soil Moisture and Orange Root Distribution
J. Mulinge, Hemedi Mkuzi Saha, L. Mounde, L. Wasilwa
20175 citations Open access
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Characterization of blast resistance in a diverse rice panel from sub-Saharan Africa.
Samuel Mutiga, Philemon Orwa, Everlyne M. Nganga, M. Kyallo +15 more
2023Phytopathology4 citations Open access
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The current status of date palm production and utilization in Kenya.
L. Wasilwa, A. Esilaba, T. Moi, V. Wasike +2 more
20074 citations
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Foliar Diseases and the Associated Fungi in Rice Cultivated in Kenya
Everlyne M. Nganga, M. Kyallo, Philemon Orwa, F. Rotich +12 more
2022Plants3 citations Open access
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Factors Influencing Adoption of Tissue Culture Banana in Western Kenya
W. Masinde, G. Obare, G. Owuor, L. Wasilwa
20133 citations
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CHALLENGES FACING PASSION FRUIT SMALLHOLDER FARMERS IN NORTH RIFT REGION OF KENYA
M. J. Otipa, R. Amata, M. Waiganjo, J. Mureithi +8 more
20113 citations
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Phytophthora blight of squash caused by Phytophthora capsici in Arkansas.
L. Wasilwa, J. Correll, T. Morelock
19953 citations
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Growing cabbage (Brassica oleraceae var. capitata) under low cover Agronets prevents pest infestation and increases yields in Kenya
Gacheri Guantai, M. Kasina, J. Mbugi, Shelmith W. Mwaniki +4 more
2022African Phytosanitary Journal2 citations
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Effect of bio-stimulators on Growth and Yield of Cowpea leaves (Vigna unguiculata Walp) produced in Juja and Katumani in Kenya
J. Oyoo, Paul Kinoti Elijah Ateka Edward Mamati, Miriam Judith Otipa James Karanja, L. Wasilwa
20172 citations Open access
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Phytophthora infestans population changes in Kenya pose challenges to existing potato blight control strategies.
M. Nyongesa, C. Lung'aho, L. Wasilwa, M. Mbiyu +5 more
20152 citations
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Management of dieback disease of passion fruits
R. Amata, M. J. Otipa, M. Waiganjo, L. Wasilwa +2 more
20132 citations
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Empowering small-holder farmers in Kilifi and Malindi Districts of Kenya through improved mango production techniques, marketing and information dissemination to ensure poverty reduction, food security and creation of employment
C. Masha, F. Pole, L. Wasilwa
20092 citations
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481 Performance of Macadamia Varieties in Three Agroecological Zones
L. Wasilwa, G. W. Watani, N. Ondabu, A. Nyaga +2 more
20002 citations Open access
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581 Selection and Evaluation of Macadamia Nut (Macadamia integrifolia) Varieties and Hybrids in the Highlands of Kenya
L. Wasilwa, N. Ondabu, G. W. Watani, H. Mulli +3 more
19992 citations Open access
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Current Status of Cucurbit Anthracnose
L. Wasilwa, T. Morelock, J. Correll
19972 citations Open access
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New Perspectives in International Plant and Soil Research Vol. 1
Ademir de Oliveira Ferreira, Ademir de Oliveira Ferreira, J. A. Munishi, E. Semu +40 more
20191 citations Open access
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A review of land use systems and cause effects relationships between soil properties, nutrient levels and crop yields for improved fertilizer use efficiency under irrigated systems with reference to Mbongoni Scheme, Kenya
E. Muya, A. Chek, V. Wasike, V. Kirugia +4 more
20161 citations
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Situation Analysis Of Guava Production In Eastern Province Of Kenya
E. Gatambia, J. Gitonga, M. Menza, J. Njuguna +3 more
20111 citations
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EFFECT OF SOIL MANAGEMENT AND TRICHODERMA ASPERELLUM ON SEVERITY OF PASSIONFRUIT WILT DISEASE
M. Thuranira, L. Wasilwa, V. Matiru
20111 citations
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Establishment of virus-free banana (Musa spp.) mother stock for production of certified banana plants and Banana streak virus tested tissue culture seedlings.
L. Karanja, L. Wasilwa, E. Nyaboga, A. Gichangi
20101 citations
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Genetic Structure and Population Diversity of Mummy Berry (Monilinia) Collections from the United States of America and Canada
L. Wasilwa, P. Oudemans, J. Lehman
20031 citations
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064 The History of Macadamia Nut Introduction and Development in Kenya
L. Wasilwa, N. Ondabu, G. W. Watani
19991 citations Open access
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Evaluation of Fruit Yield in Two Gooseberry Cultivars Grown under Water Stress Conditions with Supplemental Irrigation
Harun Odhiambo, L. Wasilwa, J. Maangi, Mercyline Ong'awa +1 more
1 citations
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Reaction of potato cultivars to Potato Cyst Nematodes (Globodera rostochiensis and G. pallida) under greenhouse conditions in Kenya
Berrick Otieno, J. Kimenju, William Muiru, L. Wasilwa +2 more
2024African Phytosanitary Journal Volume 4 Issue 10 citations Open access
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Genome characterisation of two complete coding sequences of tomato mild mottle virus from tree tomato and their distribution in Kenya
M.N. Kinoga, P. Kuria, D. Miano, Roy G. Kiambi +3 more
2022Journal of plant pathology0 citations
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Leaf Yield of Cow Pea (Vigna unguiculata) as Influenced by Harvesting Regimes under Greenhouse Conditions
Harun Odhiambo, L. Wasilwa, J. Maangi
20210 citations
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Stem rust of wheat.
R. Amata, M. Otipa, L. Wasilwa
2020PlantwisePlus Knowledge Bank0 citations Open access
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New Perspectives in Agriculture and Crop Science Vol. 1
D. Kosini, C. Saidou, E. Nukenine, I. Sugri +47 more
20190 citations Open access
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Dodder weed in tea.
A. Too, M. Otipa, L. Wasilwa, Rachier
2018PlantwisePlus Knowledge Bank0 citations Open access
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Black spot of papaya.
R. Amata, M. Otipa, L. Wasilwa
2018PlantwisePlus Knowledge Bank0 citations Open access
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Phaeromularia fruit and leaf spots of citrus.
R. Amata, M. Otipa, L. Wasilwa
2018PlantwisePlus Knowledge Bank0 citations Open access
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Mainstreaming biodiversity conservation and utilization for improved nutrition in Kenya: The case of communities in Busia County, Kenya
V. Wasike, A. Manjella, L. Wasilwa, E. Gee
20180 citations
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Enhancing rice production in sub-Saharan Africa: Characterization of rice blast pathogen and establishment of a rice breeding strategy for durable disease resistance
Samuel Mutiga, F. Rotich, V. D. Ganeshan, E. Mgonja +10 more
20160 citations
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Second International Conference on Biodiversity for Food and Nutrition: unlocking the potential of biodiversity for food and nutrition security. Nairobi, Kenya, 23 November 2015. Book of Abstracts.
D. Kiambi, J. Ambuko, H. Gentle, T. Borelli +6 more
20150 citations
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