• Doctor of Philosophy, Wageningen University, 2001
• Master of Philosophy Agriculture, Moi University, 1996
• Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, University of Eastern Africa Baraton 1996

• Mwongozo Induction Training April 2023
• Project Finance Techniques: Application and Recent Developments, International Law Institute, African Centre for Legal Excellence, 2017
• Audit Training: KCA University, Institute for Capacity Development, 2013
• The culture of Transformational and Innovative Leadership: The Kenya Institute of Management- Centre for Management Development, 2013
• Governing Board and Top Management Training, 2013
• Corporate Governance Course: Kenya Institute of Management, Training and Consultancy division, 2012
• 16^th Eastern Africa Resource Mobilization Training, 2009
• Strategic Plan preparation and Implementation Seminar, Government Training Institute, 2006
• USAID/World Learning Proposal Writing Workshop, 2004,
• ISNAR training on Agricultural Research Management Training, 2002.
• Workshop on Writing of Competitive Research Proposals, 2002

Membership:

• Member, International Graduate Hub
• Member, Association for International Agriculture and Rural Development
• Member, the Teaching Professor Blog
• Member, African Scientists Platform
• Member and Treasurer East African Society of Dry land Agriculture (EASDA)
• Member Kenya Plant Genetic Resources Training Consortium (KPGRTC).
• Member, African Crop Science Society
• Member, working committee on Strategy for Revitalizing Agriculture in Kenya
• Member, International Association for Agricultural Information Professionals (IAALD)
• Member Forum for African Seed Testing Association

Scientific Interests and Activities (research areas)

1. Wheat Response to Phosphate Fortified Straw Compost.
2. Utilization of Fortified Compost for Increasing Cereal Production in Western Kenya (ARF/CSWP/1306/1)
3. Diagnostic Survey to Identify Cereal Production Constraints in Uasin Gishu District, Kenya
4. Use of Wheat Straw, Soybean Trash and Nitrogen Fertiliser for Crop Production in Kenyan Highlands
5. Seed quality development in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
6. Effect of growth conditions on seed quality, crop uniformity and seed variation in Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.).
7. Influence of fertilisation on common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) seed quality
8. Seed quality deterioration under different temperature and relative humidity levels in Kenya
9. Modelling maize geneflow in maize farming systems in western Kenya
10. Developing improved spiderplant seed production technologies with farmers in western Kenya and eastern Uganda
11. Sorghum development and popularization in eastern Kenya
12. Dolichos bean production in Kenya
13. Enhancing Nutrition and Food Security through Improved Capacity of Agricultural Higher Education Institutions in East and Southern Africa (Edulink)
14. Enhancing Ecologically Resilient Food Security Through Climate Smart Farming Systems in the Semi-Arid Lands of Kenya
15. Improving Food Security by Reducing Post-Harvest Losses in Maize in Lower Eastern Kenya,
16. Development of seed multiplication system and industry network of low soil fertility and drought tolerant genotypes of sorghum as a strategy to combat food insecurity, poverty and climate change in marginalized zones, Kenya.

Research Proposals Involved in Development and Funded

1. NEXT Generation Inclusion Consortium Building Food, Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Human Sciences Pipeline (FANHP) Scholars. Housed in Tennessee State University, USA - Ongoing
2. Enhancing Ecologically Resilient Food Security Through Climate Smart Farming Systems in the Semi-Arid Lands of Kenya, Funded by NRF Kshs 16,000,000 housed in South Eastern Kenya University- Ongoing
3. Improving Food Security by Reducing Post-Harvest Losses in Maize in Lower Eastern Kenya, Funded by NRF Kshs 19,946,450 housed in Karatina University – On going
4. Development of seed multiplication system and industry network of low soil fertility and drought tolerant genotypes of sorghum as a strategy to combat food insecurity, poverty and climate change in marginalized zones, Kenya. Funded by NRF Kshs 19,783,932.00 housed in Kenyatta University- On going
5. Enhancing Nutrition and Food Security through Improved Capacity of Agricultural Higher Education Institutions in East and Southern Africa (Edulink) (Funded by EU) Euro 26,895 - Ended
6. Improvement and sustainable use of plant genetic resources – Training for Somali Nationals under the FAO Somalia (Funded by FAO) USD 51,942- Ended
7. Kenyatta University Masters in integrated soil fertility and management training programme (Funded, AGRA) USD 715,697
8. Leadership development for higher education reform (IAU) USD 50,000
9. Local post graduate training for capacity funding (funded, AGRA) USD 500,000
10. Strengthening teaching, research and technology transfer in Agriculture and Biotechnology (Funded, Belgium Government VLIR-OUS)
11. Dolichos bean improvement (Funded, Kirkhouse trust) USD 100,000
12. Sweet potato Maize bean intercropping (Funded, Commission for Higher Education Kenya) 20,000
13. Studies on cowpea seed quality (Funded, Moi University) Kshs 500,000
14. Environmental and management factors influencing artemisinin content in Artemisia annua in Lake Victoria basin (Funded, IAEA) USD 10,000
15. African leafy vegetables seed handling by small-scale farmers and its effect on seed quality: The case of Cleome gynandra L. in Western Kenya. (Funded, RUFORUM) USD 54,000
16. Modelling maize geneflow in maize farming systems in western Kenya (Funded, IFAR) USD 100,000

Publications

1. Boniface Mwami, Reuben Muasya, Simon Nguluu, Josiah Kinama, Benjamin Muli, Albert Luvanda, Alice Theuri, John Wambua and Xiong Youcai., 2024. Enhancing Sorghum Grain Yield and Associated Attributes through In Situ Rainwater Harvesting and Soil Mulching in Semi-Arid Regions of Southeastern Kenya. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURE & BIOLOGY ISSN Print: 1560–8530; ISSN Online: 1814–9596
2. Boniface Mwami, Reuben Muasya, Simon Nguluu, Josiah Kinama, Benjamin Muli, Albert Luvanda, Alice Theuri, John Wambua, 2024. Effects of Rainwater Harvesting Practices on Biomass Yield and Morphometric Traits of Sorghum (Sorghum Bicolor L. Moench) in Semi-Arid Kitui County, Kenya. Tropical and Subtropical Agroecosystems 27(2024): Art. No.065https://www.revista.ccba.uady.mx/ojs/index.php/TSA/article/view/5273
3. Phoebe Mudaki, Lydia N. Wamalwa, Catherine W. Muui, Felister Nzuve, Reuben M. Muasya, Simon Nguluu and Wilson Kimani, 2023. Genetic Diversity and Population Structure of Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench) Landraces Using DArTseq Derived Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) Markers. Journal of molecular evolution. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00239-023-10108-1
4. Kathuli P., Kinama J. M., Kitonyo O. M., Nguluu S. N., Muui C. W. and Muasya R. M., 2023. Effect of nitrogen fertilizer on nitrogen use efficiency and yield of selected sorghum genotypes in semi-arid regions of Kenya. East African Journal of Science, Technology and Innovation, Technology and Innovation 4(2). http://doi.org/10.3329/bjar.v42i3.34505
5. Catherine Muui, Reuben Muasya, Ann Kambura, Simon Nguluu, 2023. Knowledge and Information Systems on Sorghum amongst Sorghum Farmers in Nyanza, Eastern and Coastal Regions, Kenya. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development Vol.14, No.4, 2023. www.iiste.org
6. Grace N. Kamotho, Reuben M. Muasya, Miriam G. Kinyua, 2022. Assessing the Contribution of Dolichos Bean (Lablab purpureus (L.) (Sweet) to Food Security in a Changing Climate in Kenya. International Journal of Agriculture, Environment and Bioresearch, Vol 07 No. 2; 2022
7. Catherine Muui, Reuben Muasya, Simon Nguluu, Anne Kambura and Kallen Gacheri, 2020. Seed Borne Fungal and Bacteria Pathogens Associated with Farmer-Stored Sorghum Seeds from Eastern, Coast and Nyanza Regions in Kenya. Journal of Biology, Agriculture and Healthcare Vol. 10, No. 18, 2020, 53 https://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JBA/article/views/54036
8. Enock Warinda, Dickson M Nyariki, Stephen Wambua, Reuben M Muasya, Munir A Hanjra. 2020. Sustainable development in East Africa: impact evaluation of regional agricultural development projects in Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda. Natural Resources Forum, Vol. 44, No. 1 2020
9. Muui, C. W; Muasya R. M.; Nguluu, S.; Kambura. 2020. Evaluation of Seed Quality Attributes of Sorghum Germplasm Accessions from Eastern, Coastal and Nyanza Regions, Kenya. Sustainable Agriculture Research Vol. 9, No. 3; 2020
10. Enock Warinda, Dickson M. Nyariki, Stephen Wambua and Reuben Muasya. 2020. Impact of smallholder farmers’ welfare through participation in on-farm regional projects in East Africa. Agricultural Economics Research, Policy and Practice in Southern Africa, Vol 59, No. 1, 2020
11. Muui, C. W, Muasya, R. M., Nguluu, S., Kambura, A., Kathuli, P. and Mweu, B., Odhiambo, D. O. 2019. Sorghum Landraces Production Practices in Nyanza, Coast and Eastern Regions, Kenya Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development. www.iiste.org ISSN 2222-1700 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2855 (Online) DOI: 10.7176/JESD Vol.10, No.10, 2019
12. Muui, C. W; Muasya R. M.; Nguluu, S.; Kambura, A.; Kathuli, P.; Mweu, B.; Odhiambo, D. O. 2019. Sorghum Landraces Production Practices in Nyanza, Coast and Eastern Regions, Kenya. Journal of Economics and Sustainable Development, Vol.10, No.10, 2019 pp. 134-143
13. Grace N. Kamotho, Reuben M. Muasya, Miriam G. Kinyua, 2017. Assessment of phenotypic diversity of Kenyan dolichos bean (Lablab purpureus L. Sweet) germplasm based on morphological markers. International Journal of Agriculture, Environment and Bioresearch Vol. 2, No. 06; 2017, pp. 1-22
14. Catherine W. Muui, Reuben M. Muasya, Duncan T. Kirubi, Steven M. Runo and Arthur Karugu, 2016. Genetic Variability of Sorghum Landraces from Lower Eastern Based on Simple Sequence Repeats (SSRs) Markers. African Journal of Biotechnology 15(8): 264-271
15. Grace N. Kamotho, Miriam G. Kinyua, Reuben M. Muasya, Simon T. Gichuki, Bramwel W. Wanjala, Esther N. Kimani and Eliezah N. Kamau, 2016. Assessment of genetic diversity of Kenyan dolichos bean (Lablab purpureus l. Sweet) using simple sequence repeat (SSR) markers. International Journal of Agriculture, Environment and Biotechnology, December, 2016, Vol 1, No. 01, pp. 48-66. www.ijaeb.org.
16. Mulinge W. K; Kimiti J. M; Muasya R.M; Akuja T.E., 2015. Grafted Mangoes Enhances Smallholder Farmers Livelihoods in Matinyani Division, Kitui County. Journal of Biology, Agriculture and Healthcare, Vol.5, No.16, 2015, pp 60-64
17. Kamotho G.N., Kinyua M.G. and Muasya R.M., 2015. Evaluation of dolichos bean (Lablab purpureus(L.) Sweet) under different agro-ecological environments in Kenya. Research Journali’s - Journal of Agriculture, September, 2015, Vol.2, No. 9, pp 1 -11
18. Carolyne W. Wangungu, Maina Mwangi, Ruth Gathu, and Reuben Muasya 2014. Good Orchard Maintenance and Agronomic Practices as Working Components in Management of Dieback Disease on Passion Fruit (Passiflora sp.) in Kenya. Annual Research & Review in Biology 4(9): 1397-1405, 2014
19. Kamotho, G.N., Mathenge P.W., Muasya, R. M. and Dulloo, M.E. 2013. Effects of Packaging and Storage Conditions on Quality of Spider Plant (Cleome Gynandra L.) Seed. African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development 13(5): 8368-8387
20. Ochieng L.A, Mathenge P.W and Muasya, R. M. 2013. Sorghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench] seed quality as affected by variety, harvesting stage and fertilizer application in Bomet County of Kenya. African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development 13(4): 7905-7926
21. Muui C.W, Muasya R.M and Kirubi, D.T. 2013. Identification and evaluation of Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L) Germplasm from Eastern Kenya. African Journal of Agricultural Research 8 (37): 4573-4579
22. Kamotho, G.N., Mathenge P.W., Muasya, R. M. and Dulloo, M.E. 2013. Effects of Management Practice and Maturity Stage on Seed Quality and yield of Spider Plant (Cleome gynandra L.). Research Desk, 2(2), 194-202
23. Muui C.W, Muasya R.M and Kirubi, D.T. 2013. Baseline survey on factors affecting sorghum production and use in Eastern Kenya. African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development 13(1): 7339-7353
24. Maina, F. N.W; Muasya, R.M. and Gohole, L. S. 2012. Morphological Characterization of Jute Mallow, Corchorus sp. To Assess its Genetic Diversity in Western Kenya. Baraton Interdisciplinary Research Journal, 2 (2), 21-29
25. Ogutu, M.O., Muasya R. and Ouma, G. 2012. Effects of nitrogen fertilizer applications in a bean–maize based intercropping system and locations on seed quality of common bean in western Kenya. International Research Journal of Agricultural Science and Soil Science 2(11): 481-492
26. Ochieng L.A, Mathenge P.W and Muasya, R. M. 2012. An Assessment of the Physiological quality of Sorghum (Sorghum Bicolor L. Moench) Seeds Planted by Farmers in Bomet District of Kenya. African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development 12(5):1684-5374
27. Ogutu, M.O., Owuoche,J. O, Muasya R. and Ouma, G. 2012. Effects of Inter-specific Interaction of Nitrogen Fertilizer and Bean-Maize Cropping Systems On Quality Of Bean Seed In Western Kenya. Agriculture and Biology Journal of North America, 3(4): 154-168
28. M.M. Okeyo, J.O. Ochuodho, R.M. Muasya, and W. O. Omondi. 2011. Investigation on Zanthoxylum gilletii (African Satinwood) Seed, In: A Bationo et al. (eds), Innovations as key to Green revolution in Africa, Springer and Science Media B.V. London.
29. M.N. Ng’ang’a, O.Ohiokpehai, R. M. Muasya and E.Omami. 2011. Intercropping Grain Amaranthus (Amaranthus dubius) with soybean (Glycine max) for sustainability and improved livelihoods in western Kenya, In: A Bationo et al. (eds), Innovations as key to Green revolution in Africa, Springer and Science Media B.V. London.
30. J.R. Okalebo, C.O.Othieno, S.O. Gudu, P.L. Woomer, N.K. Karanja, C.Serrem, H.K.Maritim, N. Sanginga, A. Bationo, R.M. Muasya, A.O.Esilaba, A. Adesina, P.O.Kisinyo, A.O.Nekesa, M.N. Thuita and B.S. Waswa. 2011. The African Green Revolution and the Role of Partnership in E. Africa, In: In: A Bationo et al. (eds), Innovations as key to Green revolution in Africa, Springer and Science Media B.V. London.
31. Njau, N., Mwangi, M., Gathu, R., Mbaka, J., Muasya, R. 2011. Banana weevil (Cosmopolites sordidus) reduces availability of corms for seedling production through macropropagation technology. Journal of Animal & Plant Sciences, 2011. Vol. 12, Issue 1: 1537-1542
32. Ochieng L.A, Mathenge P.W and Muasya, R. M. 2011. A Survey of On-Farm Seed Production Practices of Sorghum (Sorghum Bicolor L. Moench) In Bomet District of Kenya. African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development 11(5):5232-5253
33. Maina, F. N.W; Muasya, R. M. and Gohole, L. S. 2011. Dormancy breaking in Jute mallow seeds, Seed Technology 33(2): 147 – 154
34. Mong’are P. O.; Muasya, R. M. and Auma E. 2010. Correlation of Laboratory Seed quality with Seedling Performance of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) in the Field. J. agric. pure appl. sci. technol. 7: 14- 23
35. Kamotho G. N., Kinyua M.G., Muasya R. M., Orwa D. O., Kimani E. N. 2010. Baseline Survey on Dolichos Bean Production in Kenya: Implications for Improvement. International Journal of Professional Practice 1(1): 21- 29
36. Rugut, E., Muasya, R. M., Gohole, L. S. 2010. Longevity of Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) Seeds Stored at Locations Varying in Temperature and Relative Humidity. J. of Agric, pure applied Sci. and technol. 5: 60-70
37. Rugut, E., Muasya, R. M., Gohole, L. S. 2009. Effect of storage environment on viability of Maize (Zea mays). Journal of Agric, pure applied Sci. and technol 5:1-7
38. Muasya, R.M. Simiyu J.N., Muui, C.W., Rao, N.K. Dulloo, M.E. and Gohole, L.S. 2009. Overcoming Seed Dormancy in Cleome Gynandra L. to Improve Germination Seed Technology 31(2): 134-143
39. K’Opondo, F. B. O. Rheenen, H. A. and. Muasya, R. M. 2009. Assessment of genetic variation of selected spiderplant (Cleome gynandra L.) morphotypes from western Kenya. African Journal of Biotechnology 8 (18): 4325-4332
40. Ng’ang’a, M.N., Ohiokpehai, O., Muasya, R.M. and Omami, E. 2009. Effects of Intercropping on Fresh Leaf Yield of Amaranth (A. dubius) in Western Kenya. Acta Horticulturae 806: 173-179
41. Ndunda, E.N., Muasya, R.M. and Mulinge, R. 2009.Inter-relationship between Market Structure, Conduct and Performance of Cut Flowers: A Case Study of Uasin Gishu District, Kenya. Journal of Research in Agriculture Paper No. JRENG-2008-WO-30
42. Omwibali, C. H., Muasya, R.M., Nyamongo, D., Rheenen V.R.H. 2008. A study on comparative longevity of banked and
    freshly collected seeds of two wild sesame species. South African Journal of Botany 74 (4): 764-767
43. Muasya, R.M., Lommen, W.J.M., Muui, C.W. and. Struik, P.C. 2008. How weather during development of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) affects the crop's
    maximum attainable seed quality. Netherlands Journal of Agricultural Science 56 (1/2):85-100
44. Muui, C.W., Muasya, R.M., Rao, N.K. and Anjichi, V.E. 2007. Geneflow in maize: Pollen longevity in ecologically different zones of western Kenya. African Crop Science Journal 15 (1):43 - 49
45. Okalebo, J.R., Othieno, C.O., Woomer, P.L., Karanja, N.K., Semoka, J.R.M., Bekunda, M.A., Mugendi, D.N., Muasya, R.M., Bationo, A. and Mukhwana, E.J.2006. Available Technologies to Replenish Soil Fertility in East Africa. Nutrient Cycling in Agroecosystems 76: 153-170
46. Muasya, R.M., Lommen, W.J.M., Auma, E.O. and. Struik, P.C. 2006. Relationship between variation in quality of individual seeds and bulk seed quality in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) seed lots. Netherlands Journal of Agricultural Science 54 (1), 5-16
47. Muasya, R. M., Lommen, W. J. M.. Auma, E. O. and. Struik, P. C. 2006. Evaluation of variation in individual seed electrical conductivity in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) seed lots. Seed Science and Technology 34 (3) 621- 632
48. Muasya, R.M., and Auma, E.O. 2005. Relationships between Weather Conditions, Bulk Seed Quality and Seed Yield in Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Crops. In: E.M. Njoka, M.G. Kinyua and R.W. Mwangi (eds), Greening the Brown: Progress and Prospects of Dryland Farming in Eastern Africa, Egerton University Press ISBN No. 9966-838-95-X. Pp.227
49. Muasya, R.M., W.J.M. Lommen and P.C. Struik, 2002. Differences in development of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) crops and pod fractions within a crop: II. Seed viability and vigour. Field Crops Research 75, 79-89.
50. Muasya, R.M., W.J.M. Lommen and P.C. Struik, 2002. Differences in development of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) crops and pod fractions within a crop: I. Seed growth and maturity. Field Crops Research 75, 63-78
51. Okalebo, J.R., C.A. Palm, M. Gichuru, J.O. Owour, C.O. Othieno, A. Munyampundu, R.M. Muasya, P.L. Woomer, 1999. Use of wheat straw, soybean trash and nitrogen fertilizer for maize production in the Kenya highlands. African Crop Science Journal 7, 423 - 432.
52. Muasya, R.M., P.C. Struik, W.J.M. Lommen, E.O. Auma, 2000. Seed vigour development of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) at crop and pod levels under tropical conditions. African Crop Science Journal 4, 277 - 282.
53. Lwayo, M.K., J.R. Okalebo, and R.M. Muasya and D.P.O. Mongare 2000. A diagnostic survey on the utilization of phosphatic fortified wheat straw compost for increasing cereal production in Uasin Gishu District, Kenya. African Crop Science journal 4, 619 - 622.

Publications in conferences, Seminars and workshops

1. Muasya, R. M.; Wambua, J. M.; Muli, B. K.; Nguluu, S. N.; Theuri, A.W., Mwami, B. M. and Luvanda, A. M. (2022). Characterization of smallholder farmers and exploring trade-offs and synergies in options for ecologically resilient food security in semi-arid lands of Kenya
2. Catherine Muui, Reuben Muasya, Simon Nguluu, Anne Kambura and Kallen Gacheri, 2020. Seed Borne Fungal and Bacteria Pathogens Associated with Farmer-Stored Sorghum Seeds from Eastern, Coast and Nyanza
   Regions in Kenya. Journal of Biology, Agriculture and Healthcare Vol.10, No.18, 2020, 53.https://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JBAH/article/view/54036
3. Muui, C.W., Muasya, R.M., Nguluu, S., Kambura, A., Barasa, M. and Gacheri, K., 2019. Seed borne fungal pathogens associated with farmers saved sorghum (sorghum bicolor L.) seeds in Kenya, 2019. Kenyatta university biennial research and innovation conference 23rd – 25th October 2019 Nairobi Kenya
4. Muui CW, Odhiambo DO , Muasya RM , Nguluu S, Kambura A, Kathuli P and Mweu B 2018. Production Systems for Sorghum Landraces in Eastern, Nyanza and Coastal Regions. Conference paper presented at Umma University, Kajiado, Kenya 19 - 23rd November, 2018.
5. M. John, S. Nguluu, C.W. Muui, R. M. Muasya and J. Matata, 2019. Effect of different micro nutrients (Zn, Fe, Cu and Mn) on sorghum yields in the semi-arid areas of Kenya. Kenyatta university biennial research and innovation conference 23rd – 25th October 2019 Nairobi Kenya.
6. Njeri, N., Mwangi, M., Gathu, R. Kori, N and Muasya, R.M. 2011. Mineral deficiency in production of banana seedlings 4th International e-Conference on Agricultural Biosciences http://www.m.elewa.org/econferenceIeCAB.php
7. Muambole, A., Danga,O. Amade, M, Muasya, R.M. 2011. Efficiency of integrated incorporation of manure and mineral fertilizers on maize yield in acidic soils of Beira Corridor, Mozambique. 4th International e-Conference on Agricultural Biosciences http://www.m.elewa.org/econferenceIeCAB.php
8. Njeri, N., Mwangi, M., Gathu, R., Mbaka, J. and Muasya, R.M. 2011. Potential challenges facing macropropagation technique in banana. 4th International e-Conference on Agricultural Biosciences. http://www.m.elewa.org/econferenceIeCAB.php
9. Athanase N., Danga, O., Ruganzu, V, Muasya R.M. 2011. Evaluation of different local lime sources on soil properties and yield of Irish potatoes (Solanum tuberosum L.) in Burera District, Rwanda. 4th International e-Conference on Agricultural Biosciences. http://www.m.elewa.org/econferenceIeCAB.php
10. C.W. Muui, R.M. Muasya, D.T. Kirubi. 2010. Promoting sorghum production and use through improved seed production technologies for food security in eastern Kenya. A poster presented at UniBRAIN/PanAAC Fair, Hilton Hotel, Nairobi. 26-27th November, 2010.
11. Njeri N., Mwangi, M., Mbaka, J., Gathu, R. K., and Muasya, R.M. 2010. Biotic Constraints to banana production in Eastern and Central Provinces of Kenya. RUFORUM Biennial Conference, 20-24th September, 2010 Imperial Resort Beach Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda
12. Njeri N., Mwangi, M., Gathu, R. K., Mbaka, J., Kori, N., and Muasya, R.M. 2010. Assessing effectiveness of macropropagation technology to produce healthy seedlings of banana varieties with high market demand in Eastern and Central provinces, Kenya. RUFORUM Biennial Conference, 20-24th September, 2010 Imperial Resort Beach Hotel, Entebbe, Uganda
13. Ndetu, V.N., Muasya, R.M., Kinyua, M.G., Ochwo-Ssemakula, M.K.N., Gohole, L.S., and Makundi, H.K.2007. Molecular Characterization and Nutritional Analysis of Spiderplant Ecotypes in western Kenya and eastern Uganda. Poster presented at the RUFORUM Biennial Conference 23 – 27 April 2007, Mangochi, Malawi
14. Makundi, H.K., Muasya, R.M., Serem, A.K., Gohole, L.S., Ochwo-Ssemakula, M., Nyangweso, P.M., Ndetu, V.N. and Ndunda, E.N. 2007. Socio-Economic Constraints to Spiderplant (Cleome gynandra L.) Leaf and Seed Production by Farmers in western Kenya and eastern Uganda. A Paper Presented at the RUFORUM Biennial Conference 23 – 27 April 2007, Mangochi, Malawi.
15. Muasya, R.M., Okalebo, J.R., Othieno, C.O., Maritim, H.K., Woomer, P.L., Mukhwana, E.J. 2007. Enhancing University Engagement in Outreach: Case Studies from Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya. A Paper Presented at the RUFORUM Biennial Conference 23 – 27 April 2007, Mangochi, Malawi.
16. Muasya, R.M., Gohole, L.S., Kinyua, M.G., Ochwo-Ssemakula, M.K.N., Serem, A.K., Nyangweso, P.M., Ndunda, E., Ndetu, V. and Makundi, H.K. 2007. Developing spiderplant seed production technologies with farmers in western Kenya and eastern Uganda. A Paper Presented at the RUFORUM Biennial Conference 23 – 27 April 2007, Mangochi, Malawi
17. Muasya, R.M., Kinyua, M.G. and Gohole, L.S. 2007. Building Human Resource Capacity for Biodiversity Conservation and Improved Seed Systems at Moi University, Kenya. Poster presented at the RUFORUM Biennial Conference 23 – 27 April 2007, Mangochi, Malawi
18. Gohole, L.S., Muasya, R.M., and Muui, C.W. 2006. Varietal Preferences and Production of Cowpea Vegetable in western Kenya, Paper presented at the Moi University 2nd International Conference, Eldoret, Kenya
19. Maina, F.N. W Gohole, L.S., and Muasya, R.M. 2006.Dormancy breaking in Jute Mallow (Corchorus Sp.) Paper presented at the Moi University 2nd International Conference, Eldoret, Kenya
20. Kamotho, N., Muasya, R.M., Mathenge, P.W., & Dullo, E. 2005. Effects of Desiccation on Seed Quality of Spider Plant (Cleome gynandra L.). In: Wesonga et al. (eds) Proceedings of the Fourth Workshop on Sustainable Horticultural Production in the Tropics, Eldoret, Kenya, 24-27th November, 2004.
21. K’Opondo, F.B.O, Muasya, R.M., Rheenen, H.A. van and Groot, S.P.C. 2005. Effect of Natural Drying at Ambient Temperatures on Seed Germination of Spiderplant (Cleome gynandra L.) Morphotypes from Western Kenya. In: Wesonga et al. (eds) Proceedings of the Fourth Workshop on Sustainable Horticultural Production in the Tropics, Eldoret, Kenya, 24-27th November, 2004.
22. Muasya, R.M. and Auma, E.O. 2004. Improving Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Seed Quality Through Crop and Seed Management Techniques. Agrotech, Special edition 100 pp.
23. Muasya, R.M., Korir, J.K. & Gohole, L.S. (Editors), 2004. A Manual of the Training Workshop on Seed Science and Technology. Nakuru, 28th July – 1st August 2003. 103 pp.
24. Muasya, R.M. 2003. Physiological Seed Quality. In: A Manual of the Training Workshop on Seed Science and Technology. (Korir, J.K., Gohole, L.S. & Muasya, R.M. eds). Nakuru, 28th July – 1st August 2003. pp. 65- 69.
25. Muasya, R.M. 2003. Seed Storage. In: A Manual of the Training Workshop on Seed Science and Technology. (Korir, J.K., Gohole, L.S. & Muasya, R.M. eds). Nakuru, 28th July – 1st August 2003. pp. 65- 69.
26. Korir, J.K., Gohole, L.S. & Muasya, R.M. (Editors), 2004. Proceedings of the Stakeholders Workshop on Seed Industry in Kenya. Nakuru, 1st – 3rd July 2002. Agrotech Special Edition 100 pp.
27. Simiyu, J.N., Mwongera, C. N., Gohole, L.S. & Muasya, R.M. 2004. Farmers’ knowledge and practices in spider plant (Cleome gynandra) seed production: Case study of Kakamega and Vihiga districts. In Proceedings of the Third Workshop on Sustainable Horticultural Production in the Tropics Maseno, Kenya. 26th-29th November 2003.
28. Muasya, R.M. and E.O. Auma, 2002. Improving common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) seed quality through crop and seed management techniques. Workshop on The Seed Industry in Kenya at Crossroads: Stakeholders workshop, Hotel Kunste, Nakuru 1-3 July 2002.
29. Muasya, R.M. and E.O. Auma, 2002. Relationships between weather conditions, bulk seed quality and seed yield in common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) crops. Proceedings of the workshop on dry land farming in Eastern Africa, Egerton University, Kenya 20 - 24 January 2002.
30. Lwayo, M.K., J.R. Okalebo, R.M. Muasya and D.P.O. Mongare, 2000. Identification of problems that contribute to the declining wheat and maize yields in Uasin Gishu District, Kenya. Proceedings of the 17th conference of the Soil Science Society of East Africa, 6 - 10 September 1999, Kampala, Uganda, P 290 - 294.
31. Muasya, R.M., E. Mwakha, C.O. Othieno, J.R. Okalebo, 2000. Initial Wheat response to low and high rates of phosphate fortified compost. Proceedings, of the 15th annual meeting of the Soil Science Society of East Africa, 19 – 23 August 1996, Nanyuki, pp. 79 – 87.
32. Muasya, R.M., E. Mwakha, C.O. Othieno, J.R. Okalebo, 1997. Initial Wheat response to low and high rates of phosphate fortified compost in a Kenyan Ferrasol. Proceedings of the 5th Kenya Agricultural Research Institute Scientific Conference, 14 - 16 October 1996, Nairobi, pp. 447 - 459.

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