Prof. Eric Koech, Ph.D., MBS

Prof. Eric Koech is a distinguished academic and leader in the field of agroforestry, currently serving as the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Kabianga in Kericho County, Kenya. With a career spanning over three decades, he has made significant contributions to higher education, research, and sustainable natural resource management.

He holds a Ph.D. in Agroforestry from the University of Wales, UK, earned between 1992 and 1995. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Science in Plant Pathology from McGill University, Canada, in 1986, and a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Nairobi, Kenya, in 1981. His academic journey also includes certifications in governance, leadership, and higher education management.

Papers in referred journals

KUNGU, J. B., F.K. SANG and E. KOECH (1996). Agroforestry Education in Kenya with Reference to Moi University. People and Institution Participation in Agroforestry for Sustainable Development. pp 710-714. Mugah J.O. (Ed).

KOECH, E.K. and R.W.HITBREAD (2000). Disease Incidence and Severity on Beans in Alleys Between Leucaena Hedgerows. Agroforestry Systems 49: 85-101. Kluwer Academic Publishers. Martinus Nilhoff/ Dr W. Junk Publishers,Dordrecht, Netherlands.

INOTI, S.K. JAMA, B.A., KOECH, E.K., and OTHIENO C. (2002). Economic Benefits For Maize in Split Application of Tithonia and Urea in Phosphorous Deficient Soils of Western Kenya. A Paper accepted for publication in a Special Issue of East Africa Agricultural and Forestry Journal Covering the 1st Egerton – KARI NPBRC Symposium held on 4th-5th November 2001. Pp. 39 - 43 .

KOECH,E.K., MOGOTSI, K. and TEMU A.B. (2002). Agroforestry and Integrated Natural Resources Training and Education in Universities and Colleges: A chapter in a book In: Internalisation of Higher Education: The African Perspective from ANAFE Programme. Moi University Press, Eldoret, Kenya. Some, D.K. and Khaemba, B.M. (eds). ISBN 9966-854-37-1.

KOECH, E.K., KUNGU, J. B. (2002). Agroforestry Education and Training in Universities and Colleges: Experiences from ANAFE Programme Project in Kenya in: Agroforestry in Kenya. A paper presented in a National Agroforestry Workshop at KEFRI-Muguga, Kenya.

KOECH, E.K. and IMO, M. (2003). Integrated Land Use Education for the Youth: An Effective Way of Empowering Kenyan Farmers of Tomorrow: A chapter in a book In: Temu, A.B., Chakeredza S., Mogotsi K. Muthali D. and Mulinge R. (eds). Rebuilding Africa’s Capacity for Agricultural Development. The Role of Tertiary Education. April 2003. ICRAF, Nairobi, Kenya. ISBN 92-9059-1609.

OKEYO M. M., OKALEBO J. R. OTHIENO C.O., KOECH E.K. and NDUNGU, K.W. (2003). Residual Effect of Minjingu Rock Phosphate and Short Fallow Biomass Incorporation on Maize Yields in Bumala, Kenya. A Poster Paper Abstract Presented at the East African Soil Science Society in Eldoret.

OKEYO M. M., OKALEBO J. R. OTHIENO C.O. KOECH E.K. and NDUNGU, K.W. (2003). Residual Effect of Minjingu Rock Phosphate and Short Fallow Biomass Incorporation on Maize Yields in Bumala, Kenya. A Poster Paper Abstract Presented at the 6TH African Crop Science Congress in Nairobi.

JUMA P., KOECH, E.K. and NYAMAI, D. (2003). Propagation of Melia volkensii in the semi-arid areas of Kenya. New Forests (2006) 32: 215-227. Kluwer Academic Publishers. Springer, the Language of Science Publishers,Dordrecht, Netherlands.

NGUYO N. R and KOECH E. (2003). Challenges and Opportunities in Dissemination of Agroforestry Technologies: A Case of Yala Division, Siaya District in Western Kenya. Agroforestry Today.

KOECH, E.K. (2004). Diseases of Tree Species in Agroforestry Systems: A Laboratory Manual for use by ICRAF in East and Central Africa Region. Edited by Burkland P. and Mogotsi K. K. Africa Network for Agroforestry Education in Africa (ANAFE). ICRAF (World Agroforestry Centre).

AUCHA, J.A, KOECH, E.K and LWAYO, M. K. (2004). The Role of Agroforestry in enhancing Food Security in ASALs: The Case of Kibwezi Division of Makueni District. A Paper Presented in 1st World Congress of Agroforestry: Working Together for Sustainable Land Use Systems at Orlando, Florida, USA.

KIBOR, B.T., SMITHSON, P.C., KOECH, E.K., OKALEBO, J. R., JAMA, B., ODEE, D. and MACHUA, J. (2004). Effect of Soil Type and Phosphorous Fertilization on Growth and Nutrient Uptake by Agroforestry Shrubs in Western Kenya. A chapter in a book In: Msaky, J. J. T., Msumali G.P. and Rwehumbiza F. B. R. (eds). Soil Science Research and Technologies: Foundations for Sustainable Food Security. December 2001, Moshi, Tanzania. ISBN 9966-879-27-7.

KOECH, E. and KIREGER, E. (2005). Organic Farming in Agroforestry: Challenges and Opportunities in Africa. In Wesonga et al. (2005). Proceedings of the Fourth Workshop on Sustainable Horticultural Production in the Tropics, Department of Horticulture Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya, 24th -27th, November 2004.

HITIMANA, J., KOECH, E., ORINDA, B. and MBULA, B. (2005). Structure And Composition Of Woody Plants On Farms Around Ndalat Hills In The Nzoia Catchment, Kenya. 2nd KARI/LVEMP National Conference held from 17th to 19th October 2005 in Kisumu, Kenya.

KOECH, E.K. and R.WHITBREAD (2005). Incidence and Severity of Bean Rust (Uromyces appendiculatus) in Alleys Between Leucaena Hedgerows in Kenya. New Forests (2006) 31: 385-402. Kluwer Academic Publishers. Springer, the Language of Science Publishers,Dordrecht, Netherlands.

HITIMANA, J., KOECH, E., SENELWA, K. and ORINDA, B. (2005). Farm Forestry Implications in Lake Victoria Basin – Case study of Ndalat Hills Water Catchment Afforestation Program: 1998 – 2003. ILEC Young Water Professionals Conference Sept. 2005, Nairobi, Kenya.

KOECH, E., HITIMANA, J., CHEBOIWO, J., MISONGE, J. and MUREITHI, W. (2005). The Role of farm forestry in socio-economic development and environmental conservation in Kenya: challenges and opportunities. A paper presented in the 1st Annual Conference on “innovations and Challenges in Education, Environmental and Natural Resources management and communication and Development in the 21st Century”, 15th –16th February 2005, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya.

KOECH, E.K. (2006). Forestry Education and training at Kenyan Universities: A Case of Moi University. A Paper Presented in the 16th FAO Session at Rome, Italy: 10-14 March, 2003.

GICHURU, T. M., NJUNGE, J. T. and KOECH, E.K. (2007). Phytotoxic Effects of Gliricidia sepium prunings on Maize Germination and Growth. In: Muchiri, M. N., Kamondo, B., Ochieng, D. Tuwei, P. and Wanjiku, J. (eds.) 2007. Forestry research in environment conservation, improved livelihoods and economic development: Proceedings of the 3rd KEFRI scientific conference, Muguga, Kenya, 6 to 9 November 2006. pp 25-29. ISBN 9966-9660-8-0.

MBURU, F., MUISU, F., ETIEGNI, L. KOECH, E. and GERALDIN, P. (2007). Assessment of Biodegradation by fungi and termites on heat-treated Grevillea robusta. In: Muchiri, M. N., Kamondo, B., Ochieng, D. Tuwei, P. and Wanjiku, J. (eds.) 2007. Forestry research in environment conservation, improved livelihoods and economic development: Proceedings of the 3rd KEFRI scientific conference, Muguga, Kenya, 6 to 9 November 2006. pp 63-71. ISBN 9966-9660-8-0.

KIDOMBO, S.D. and KOECH, E.K. (2007). Effect of salinity on seed germination and early growth of Moringa oleifera. In: Muchiri, M. N., Kamondo, B., Ochieng, D. Tuwei, P. and Wanjiku, J. (eds.) 2007. Forestry research in environment conservation, improved livelihoods and economic development: Proceedings of the 3rd KEFRI scientific conference, Muguga, Kenya, 6 to 9 November 2006. pp 170-173. ISBN 9966-9660-8-0.

KOECH, E. (2007). Forestry extension and education in Kenya: Historical perspective, evolution, challenges and opportunities. In: Muchiri, M. N., Kamondo, B., Ochieng, D. Tuwei, P. and Wanjiku, J. (eds.) 2007. Forestry research in environment conservation, improved livelihoods and economic development: Proceedings of the 3rd KEFRI scientific conference, Muguga, Kenya, 6 to 9 November 2006. pp 314-320. ISBN 9966-9660-8-0.

RONO, J., KOECH, E. and KIREGER, E. (2008). Effect of micro-catchments configurations on survival, drought tolerance and growth of some multipurpose trees in semi-arid areas of Nyando, Western Kenya. A paper presented for publication in a 4th Annual International Conference on “Resource utilization for sustainable growth and development in the 21st century. 29th July – 1st August 2008, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya.

ROP, S. K., IMO, M. and KOECH, E. (2008). Biomass production and nutrient yield of some short duration improved fallows in Western Kenya. A paper presented for publication in a 4th Annual International Conference on “Resource utilization for sustainable growth and development in the 21st century. 29th July – 1st August 2008, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya.

IMO, M., OCHIENG, E.A., OGWENO, E.A. SENELWA, K. OTOTO, G.O. KOECH E.K. and WANYIRI J.M. (2008). Evolution of forest plantation management in Kenya: from the Shamba system to PELIS - what is the difference ?. A paper presented for publication in a 4th Annual International Conference on “Resource utilization for sustainable growth and development in the 21st century. 29th July – 1st August 2008, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya.

KAPUKHA, M. KOECH, E.K., and KIREGER, E. (2008). Germplasm selection in private tree nurseries of Bungoma District, Western Kenya. A paper presented for publication in a 4th Annual International Conference on “Resource utilization for sustainable growth and development in the 21st century. 29th July – 1st August 2008, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya.

AHOLO, O., IMO M. and KOECH, E. (2008). Effects of Euclea divinorum and Vangueria madascarensis green mulch in soil fertility improvement in West Pokot District, Kenya. Biomass production and nutrient yield of some short duration improved fallows in Western Kenya. A poster presented for publication in a 4th Annual International Conference on “Resource utilization for sustainable growth and development in the 21st century. 29th July – 1st August 2008, Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya.

KOECH, E. and KIREGER, E. (2008). The Place of Women in Tertiary Natural Resource Education for Socio-Economic Development: Perspective on Problems and Trends in Kenya. In: Temu, A. B., Chamshama, S. A. O., Kungu , J., Kaboggoza, J., Chikamai, B. and Kiwia, A. (eds.) 2008. New Perspectives in Forestry Education. ICRAF, Nairobi. ISBN. 978-92-9059-221-1.

OMBAI, W.K., KOECH, E. K., KIREGER, E. K. and AHENDA, J. (2009). Dessication Tolerance of Seeds of Loquat (Eriobotrya japonica Lindi). Journal of Agriculture, Pure and Applied Science and Technology. 2: 76-82. Moi University Press, Eldoret, Kenya. ISSN 2073-8749.

CHEBII, J., IMO, M., KOECH, E., and NDUFA J.K. (2008). Effects of Tillage on Greenhouse Gas Emission and Nitrogen Mineralization Under Tephrosia Fallows in Nyabenda, Western Kenya. “Proceedings in The 2nd ANAFE international symposium on ‘Mainstreaming Climate Change into Agricultural and Natural Resources Management Education: Tools, Experiences and Challenges”. 28th July- 2008

CHEBII, J., IMO, M., KOECH, E., and NDUFA J.K. (2009). Effects of Tillage on Greenhouse Gas Emission and Nitrogen Mineralization Under Tephrosia Fallows in Nyabenda, Western Kenya. Journal of Agriculture, Pure and Applied Science and Technology (JAPAST). 3: 40-56. Moi University Press, Eldoret, Kenya. ISSN 2073-8749.

KAPUKHA M., KOECH, E. K. and KIREGER, E. K. (2010). Germplasm Selection in Private Tree Nurseries: A Case Study of western Kenya. Journal of Agriculture, Pure and Applied Science and Technology. 5: 15-21. Moi University Press, Eldoret, Kenya. ISSN 2073-8749.

KIREGER, E.K. and KOECH E.K. (2010). Population Structure and Density of Prunus Africana (Hook. f.) Kalkman (Rosaceae) in Kenyan Forests. Journal of Agriculture, Pure and Applied Science and Technology. 6: 1-6. Moi University Press, Eldoret, Kenya. ISSN 2073-8749.

BASWETI, E.A., JAMA, B.A., KOECH, E. K. and OKALEBO, J.R. (2011). Effect of Improved Fallows and Phosphorous Applications on Weeds and Maize Yield in Smallholder Farming System of Western Kenya. American-Eurasian. J. Agric. & Environ. Sci. 10(4): 504-514. ISSN 1818-6769. IDOSI Publications.

GACHIE, P.K., KOECH, E. K., NJUNGE, J. T., SIMIONS A. J. and NDALUT, P.K. (2012). Variation in Yield and Composition of Crude Bark Extracts of P. Africana in Different Provenances of Kenya. Forests, Trees and Livelihood. DOI: 10.1080/14728028.2012.662627.http//www.tandfonline.com/loi/tftl20. ISSN 1472-8028 print/ISSN 2164-3075 online.

NJOROGE, E., SIRMA, P., MBURU, J., KOECH, E., MUGO, M. and CHEPWONY, J. (2012). Preference and Adaptation of Farmer Field School (FFS) on Prosopis Juliflora Management Practices. Experiences in Baringo District, Kenya. Journal of Forest Studies. China 14, 283–290 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11632-012-0410-0.

MUGO M., NJOROGE, MWASI, B., MBURU, F., SIRMA, P. and KOECH, E.. (2012). Adaptation of the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Curve Number (CN) Model in Estimating Direct Runoff from Humid Tropical Forest Catchments.. Accepted for Publication. Water and Environmental Journal. In U.K. (Manuscript ID WEJ-5057-11.R1).

RONO, J., KOECH, E., KIREGER E., and MBURU F. (2013). Effects of Micro-Catchment Rain Water Harvesting on Survival and Growth of Multipurpose Trees and Shrubs in Nyando District, Western Kenya. International Journal of Agronomy and Agricultural Research (IJAAR). Vol 3, No 1 p. 17-25, 2013. http: // ww. Innspub.net. ISSN 2223-7054 (Print) 2225-3610 (online).

ROP, S. K.., IMO, M., KOECH, E., and KIREGER E., (2015). Early Nitrogen Fixation by Improved Short Rotation Fallow Species in Soils of Western Kenya. Advanced Journal of Agricultural Research. Vol 3: p. 1-7.

NAOMI N., ERIC KOECH.,JOSEPH HITIMANA and PETER SIRMA (2016). Influence of Land Use Activities on Raparian Vegetation, Soil and Water Quality: An Indicator of Biodiversity Loss, South West Mau Forest, Kenya Open Journal of Forestry. Vol 6: p. 373-385. http: // Creative Commons, org licenses/by/4.0/. (open access).

NAOMI N., ERIC KOECH and JOSEPH HITIMANA (2016). “ Socio Needs and Ecosytem Functin for Sustainable Management of South West Mau Forest Complex, Kenya. A paper presented for publication in a University of Kabianga 1st International Conference on “ Encouraging Interdisciplinary Research 28th and Innovation for the Betterment of Humanity. 26th – 28th October 2016, Tea Hotel, Kericho, Kenya.

KOECH E. and OMAM, O. A. (2016). “Livelihood Improvement of Forest Adjacent Communities for Sustainable Management of Mau Forest Complex, Kenya: Harnessing Potential Opportunities”. A paper presented for publication in a University of Kabianga 1st International Conference on “ Encouraging Interdisciplinary Research 28th and Innovation for the Betterment of Humanity. 26th – 28th October 2016, Tea Hotel, Kericho, Kenya.

LANGAT, C; KOECH E. and KIPLAGAT A. (2016). “ Religion and Cultural Value for Sustainable Management of South West Mau Forest Complex. A paper presented for publication in a University of Kabianga 1st International Conference on “ Encouraging Interdisciplinary Research 28th and Innovation for the Betterment of Humanity. 26th – 28th October 2016, Tea Hotel, Kericho, Kenya.

MUSYIMI F.K.; KOECH, E. and SIRMAH P. (2018). Tree Survival in Forest Plantations Established Under Plantation and Livelihood Improvement Scheme (PELIS) in Kericho Research Journal of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences.Vol. 6 (1): p. 1-5. http: // www.isca.in. (online)’’.

NAOMI N., KOECH, E.; HITIMANA, J and SIRMA, P. (2017). Influence of Land Use Activities on Raparian Vegetation, Soil and Water Quality: An Indicator of Biodiversity Loss, South West Mau Forest, Kenya. In Proceedings, Research Conference “Research for Betterment of Humanity” – 6th November 2015. ISNB 978-9966-123-54-3.

LANGAT, C K.; KOECH, E; KIPLAGAT, A. and OWINO, Y (2018). Forest Conservation Activities in Mount Brackett (A Sacred Mountain) in South West Mau Forest, Kenya. Sustainability Agri. Food and Environmental Research. 7 (4).

LANGAT, C K.; KOECH, E; KIPLAGAT, A. and OWINO, Y (2018). Threats and Conservation incentives for Sustainable Management of South West Mau Forest, Kenya. Asian Journal of Environment and Ecology 7 (1): 1-12.

NYAOKE, A,; SIRMA, P.; HITIMANA, J and KOECH, E. (2019). Does Participatory Forest Management Practices Lead to Forest Regeneration and Improved Community Livelihood? Successes and Challenges in Nabkoi. Forest, Kenya. Research Journal. Journal of Forestry 5 (1).

GACHIE, P.K., KOECH, E. K., NJUNGE, J. T., and SIMIONS A. J. (2020). Trees on Farm Domestication Level, Opportunities and Challenges: A Case Study of Prunus Africana in Western Kenya. International Journal of Food Science and Agriculture. 4 (20) 156-165.

Awarded by World Agroforestry Centre a Certificate of contributing to the growth and success of Africa Network for Agroforestry Education (ANAFE) as Secretary of the Regional Training and Education Team, East and Central Africa Region 1999-2004 in 2004.

Awarded by Moi University, a Certificate of Long Service Award for the Distinguished Service to Moi University in 2007.

Awarded a Commendation Certificate by Moi University, in recognition of the Exemplary Services rendered to Moi University (2005-2009), as the Dean of the School of Natural Resource Management, 2009.

Awarded by His Excellency, Hon. Uhuru Kenyatta, C.G.H., President and Commander-in-Chief of Defence Forces of the Republic of Kenya, at State House, Nairobi, The Third Class, Moran of the Order of the Burning Spear (M.B.S.), in 2013.

Awarded by University of Kabianga, Chancellor, a Certificate of Appreciation in Recognition of Exemplary Service, Dedication, Commitment and Immense Contribution Towards Growth of University of Kabianga in 2017

Awarded by University of Kabianga, Chairman of Council, a Certificate of Appreciation in for the Distinguished Serviced to the University of Kabianga in 2020.

Awarded by the University of Kabianga Service Award in appreciation for service rendered to the University from 2013-2023, on 1st March 2023

Research Interest

Student Projects Supervision

1. ONDUSO F. NDAHR, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc.(Forestry). Project title: “A survey of Agroforestry Activities in Ngorika sublocation of Kajiado District.” (1996).
2. OTIENO TIMON, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc.(Forestry). Project title: “Pesticidal Screening of Various Pesticides on Cypress Aphid (Cinara cupressi) Buckton.” (1996).
3. ;KIURA MURIUKI , Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “A survey of Agroforestry Activities in Kianjuri Location of Embu District.” (1996).
4. ;MWANGI PETER KARIUKI, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Agroforestry Activities in Mutithi Location, Kirinyaga District.” (1996).
5. WANJARA D. KARUGA, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “A Survey of Agroforestry Activities in Rongai Location, Nakuru District.” (1996).
6. ROPH JOEL KIPKOECH, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “A Survey of Agroforestry Activities in Chebunyo Location, Bomet District.” (1997).
7. GACHIE PETER KIMANI, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Use of Natural Plant Extracts As An Alternative Means of Reducing Incidence and Severity of Leucaena Psyllid (Heteropsylla Cubana Crawford)”. (1997).
8. LEKENIT PATRICK PUREINA, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Use of Natural Plant Extracts As An Alternative Means of Reducing Leucaena Psyllid (Heteropsylla Cubana Crawford)Infestation”.(1997).
9. NDOVOI PATRICK KATONI, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “A survey of Agroforestry Activities in Kabati Division, Kitui District.” (1998).
10. MURITHI MARY NYAWIRA, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Effect of Fertilization on Ectomycorrhizae Infection of Pinus Patula Roots”. (1998).
11. MAVUTHU ABEDNEGO KIWIA, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “A survey of Agroforestry Activities in Ithumba Location, Makueni District.” (1998).
12. CHEPTOO WILLIAM KIPROTICH, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Use of Natural Plant Extracts As An Alternative Means of Reducing Damping off Disease (Fusarium spp)”. (1998).
13. NYAANGA JONES, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc.(Forestry). Project title: “The Role of Multi-Storey Tree Gardens in Socio-Economic Welfare of Community: A Case Study of Kiplombe Location, Uasin Gishu District”.(1999).
14. GONDWE GONA EMILY, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “The Role of Women in Agroforestry Activities: A Case Study of Kiplombe Location, Uasin Gishu District”.(1999).
15. MUMBURA L. KIURA, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Evaluation of Armillaria Root Rot (Armillaria mellea) Incidence and Severity in the Nyayo Tea Zone vis-à-vis Other Land-use at Runyenjes Division, Embu District”. (1999).
16. NEMA MWANGO, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Evaluation of Agroforestry Activities: A case study of Roka Location, Kilifi District.” (2000).
17. KANYI LUKARIA, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Indigenous Knowledge of Prunus africana in Muthara Location, Nyambene District.” (2000).
18. NZOU JACKSON KILULI , Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “A Survey of Agroforestry Activities at Mutha Location, Kitui District. (2000).
19. PURU R. MARY , Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Effects of Tephrosia vogelii and Crotalaria grahamiana on Nitrogen and Phosphorous Enhancement in Chepkoilel, Uasin Gishu District. (2000).
20. MUEMA ANTHONY KELLY, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Effects of Problems Hindering Sustainable Management of Acacia tortilis Species in Chuluni Division, Kitui District (2001).
21. JUMA PAUL, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Optimization of Melia Vokensii (Gurke) As An Alternative MPTS in Dryland Agroforestry Systems for Soil and Water Conservation. (2003).
22. MAIRURA OKEYO MICHAEL, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Residual Effects of Minjingu Phosphate Rock and Incorporated Short Fallow Biomass on Maize Yields at Bumala, Kenya.” (2003).
23. THUITA N. MOSES, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Response of Phaseolus vulgaris and Crotalaria grahamiana to Application of Phosporous in a Bumala, Busia Soil (Ferrasol), Kenya.” (2003).
24. OMONDI FREDRICK STEPHEN, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Effects of Soil PH on Ectomycorrhizae Infection and Development on Pinus patula Seedlings” (2004).
25. OTIENO OLUOCH JOSPHERT, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Effects of Soil Moisture on Infection and Development of Mycorrhizae on Pinus patula Seedlings” (2004).
26. MUTUKU MULINGE, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Survey of Farm Forest in Kabras West Location, Kakamega and Dependence of the Location on Malava and Bunyala Forests. (2004).
27. GICHURU THOMAS MAINA, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Evaluation of Phytotoxic Effects of Gliricidia sepium (Jacq) Walp Prunnings on Germination and Early Growth of Maize Seedlings. (2004).
28. WEKESA, CHEMUSU, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Survey of Home Gardens in Kabras West. (2004).
29. GICHURU THOMAS MAINA, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “Evaluation of Phytotoxic Effects of Gliricidia sepium (Jacq) Walp Prunnings on Germination and Early Growth of Maize Seedlings. (2004).
30. MUTISO FESTUS, Department of Forestry, Moi University. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Forestry). Project title: “The Effects of Seeded Sowing Density on Mortality of Pinus patula seedlings Due to Damping-off Disease” (2004).
31. MARYSELLINE NADFULA, School of Natural Resource and Environmental Management, University of Kabianga. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Agroforestry). Project title: “Evaluation of Agroforestry Practices and Land Use Systems in South West Mau” (2011).
32. MAGDALINE NAZI KOSHOLO, School of Natural Resource and Environmental Management, University of Kabianga. Project submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the award of B.Sc. (Agroforestry). Project title: “The Effects of Leucaena leucocephala, Sesbania sesban, Organic fertilizers, Diammonium phosphate and Cowdung on the Growth and Yield of Solanum nigrum” (2012).

Postgraduate Projects Supervision

1. GACHENGO JANE, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry).Thesis title: “Phosphorous Release and Availability of Organic Materials to Phosphorous Fixing Soils ” . (1995).
2. BERNARD MUOK, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “ Isolation, Molecular Characterization and Screening of Indigenous Rhizobium for Acid Tolerance and Effectiveness on Leucaena, Calliandra and Sesbania ” . (1996).
3. KINDU MEKONNEN - “ Rooting Characteristics and Inorganic Distribution in An Oxisol in Three Land Use Systems in Western Kenya” - M.Phil Thesis. (1996).
4. ROSE MUTABARUKA, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “ Mycorrhizal Association in Melia Volkensii at Machakos Station, Kenya”. (1998).
5. KERENGO DENNIS, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “ Effects of Agroforestry Systems on: Plant Water Relations, Growth and Yield of Beans in Semi-Arid Environment of Machakos, Kenya”. (2000).
6. SHADRACK INOTI, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “ The Effects of Application of Tithonia diversifolia Green Manure and Inorganic Fertilizer on Maize Yields in Western Kenya”. (2000).
7. AYUKE OUMA FREDRICK, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “ The Species Diversity and Abundance of Anthropods Associated With Agroforestry in Western Kenya”. (2000).
8. EVANS BASWETI, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “Sesbania sesban Litter decomposition on Weed Biomass, in Western Kenya”. (2000).
9. KIBOR BENJAMIN, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “ Genetic Variation Between 3 Population of Tithonia, in Western Kenya ”. (2002).
10. NDUNGE RUTH, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “ Adoption of Technologies in Western Kenya”. (2003).
11. GACHIE PETER, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “ Distribution, Propagation and extracts of Prunus africana in Kenya”. (2003).
12. AUCHA JAMES AKIM, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “Integration of Dryland Agroforestry Tree Species in the Arid and Semi Arid Lands: A case study of Makueni District and Kajiado District, Kenya”. (September 1999 – now awaiting defense).
13. AHOLO ROSE, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “ Effects of Euclea diviorum and Vanqueria madagascarensis Green Manure on Soil Fertility Enhancement” (September 2001 – submitted thesis and awaiting defense).
14. WAWERU SAMUEL, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “The Effect of Intercropping Pyrethrum (Chrysanthemum cinerariaefolium) With Pigeon Peas (Cajanus cajan ) On Pyrethrum Yield. (September 2001).
15. ROP SIMON, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “ the Effect of improved fallow species on soil fertility and crop yield, in Teso District, Western Kenya (2010).
16. CHEBII JOYCE, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “The Effect of improved fallow species on Greenhouse Gases in Maseno, Western Kenya (2009).
17. HATEGIKIMANA FRODUALD, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “The importance of Socio-economic issues in agroforestry: a Case Study of Rwanda.
18. RONO, J. Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “Effect of micro-catchments configurations on survival, drought tolerance and growth of some multipurpose trees in semi-arid areas of Nyando, Western Kenya (2011).”
19. KAPUKHA, M. Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “Germplasm selection in private tree nurseries of Bungoma District, Western Kenya (2011).
20. NDIEMA PHILIPH, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “Roor Colonization by Versicular Arbuscular Mycorrhizae and Response of Woody Legumes to Rhizobium Inoculation and Minjingu Phosphate Rock. (2011)’’.
21. NJOROGE EUNICE, Department of Forestry, Moi University. M.Phil (Forestry) Thesis title: “Evaluation of Impacts of Farmers Field Schools Management Techniques in the Control of Prosopis Tree Species Invasion: A Case Study of Marigat Division, Baringo District Kenya. (2011)’’.
22. NJUE NAOMI, School of Natural Resources and Environmental, University of Kabianga. M.Sc. (Environmental Science). Thesis title: “Effects of Land Use Activties on Water Quality: Chemosit and Kipsonoi Rivers, South West Mau, Kenya. (2014)’’.
23. RONO KIPTONUI BERNARD, School of Natural Resources and Environmental, University of Kabianga. M.Sc. (Environmental Science). Thesis title: “Cypress Canker (Monochaetia Unicornis) (Cooke and Ellis Sacc and D. Sacc) Incidence and Severity in Mau Forest Complex, Kenya (2014)’’.
24. LANGAT CLIFFORD, School of Natural Resources and Environmental, University of Kabianga. M.Sc. (Environmental Science). Thesis title: “Threats , Conservation Activities and Incentives for Sustainable Management of South West Mau Forest, Kenya. (2015)’’.
25. NYAOKE, JUMA ANNE, School of Natural Resources and Environmental, University of Kabianga. M.Sc. (Environmental Science). Thesis title: “Effects of Participatory Forest Management Practices on Forest Cover and Communities Livelihoods: Nabkoi Forest, Uasin Gishu County, Kenya. (2015)’’.
26. OWINO OMAM ANDREW, School of Natural Resources and Environmental, University of Kabianga. M.Sc. (Environmental Science). Thesis title: “Effect of Plantation Establishment Scheme on Forest Plantation and Livelihood of Communities Adjacent to Ol Bolossat Forest, Nyandarua County Kenya. (2015)’’.
27. OYUGI LAMEK, School of Natural Resources and Environmental, University of Kabianga. M.Sc. (Environmental Science). Thesis title: “Mycorrhization and Diversity of Tree Species in Moist Afromontane Forest of South West Mau, Kenya. (2016)’’.
28. MUSYIMI, FRANCIS. School of Natural Resources and Environmental, University of Kabianga. M.Sc. (Environmental Science). Thesis title: “Tree Seedling Survival Growth and Food Productivity Variations in Pelis Forest Plantations in Kenya. (2017).

Ongoing Postgraduate Projects Supervision

1. YUDA ODONGO, School of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, University of Kabianga. Ph.D. (Agroforestry). Thesis title: “Carbon Sequestration Potential and Climate Change Adaptation of Agroforestry Systems in Tea Growing Zones in Western Kenya.” (2023).

1992 -1995 Doctorate Degree (Ph.D), University of Wales, United Kingdom, in Agroforestry

1985 -1986 Masters Degree, Macdonald College, McGill University, Montreal, Canada, majoring in Plant Pathology.

1978 – 1981 Bachelors Degree (BSc), University of Nairobi, Kenya, majoring in Agriculture.

1976 -1977 East Africa Advanced Certificate of Education (EAACE), Alliance High School, Kenya, 3 Principals

1972 - 1975 East Africa Certificate of Education (EACE), Alliance High School, Kenya, Division 1

2018 Certificate in Governance and Strategic Management, ACAL Consultants/GoK/ADB to HEST Project, Simba Lodge, Naivasha, Kenya.

2017 Certificate in Leadership, Good Governance and Financial Management in the Public Sector Programme – Conducted by Eastern and Southern African Management Institute (ESAMI) Arusha, Tanzania.

2015 Certificate in Proposal Writing Workshop at Sunshine Hotel, Kenya School of Government, Kericho, Kenya

2014 Certificate in Retirement Benefit Scheme Training on Effective Trusteeship, at University of Kabianga, Kericho, Kenya.

2013 Certificate in Negotiation Skills Training Programme, Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) at Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya.

2012 Certificate in Higher Education Management Training for Managers of Newly Established University Colleges and Campuses in Kenya, Multi Media University College, Kenya.

2012 Certificate in Quality Auditing Training Based on ISO 19011-2002 Standard, Alpex Consulting Africa Limited (ALPEX).

2009 Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme, Kenya School Government, Lower Kabete, Kenya

2008 Certificate in Communication Strategy Framework Development , Fish Eagle Naivasha inducted by Dataline International Limited and Public Relations Society of Kenya.

Alumni

Alumni of University of North Wales, United Kingdom.

McGill University, Montreal, Canada.

University of Nairobi, Kenya.

Professional Societies

Forestry society of Kenya (Membership No. FSK/F/0153.

British Plant Pathological Society.

America Association for the Advancement of Science

KOECH, E., KIREGER, E. and MBARIA,R. (1998). Afforestation and Environmental conservation work at the Eldoret International Airport, Kenya. Carried out successfully with Students & staff in the Department of Forestry Moi University.

KOECH, E. and LAIGONG J. (2000). Assessment of biomass use by Cottage Industries in Western Kenya. A World Bank Project. Carried out successfully with Students and staff in the Department of Forestry Moi University.

KOECH, E. (2003). Conducted and analyzed data in: Training Needs Assessment in East, Central and Southern Africa (Kenya and Tanzania) within NRM Universities and Colleges. A task I carried out successfully. Rereference: Mogotsi K. Kebadire. 2003. Training Needs Assessment in East, Central and Southern Africa (ANAFE 1999-2000). ICRAF Training and Education Report No. 52. pp. ii, iii, v, 1. 10-14 and 31-33.

KOECH, E. (2004). Collected Moi University data for ICRAF in: Collective Learning Experiences and Application of Agriculture and Natural Resources Education and Research in Africa (CLEANER-Africa).

KOECH, E. (1998 – 2004). Elected as SECRETARY, EAST AND CENTRAL AFRICA REGION (Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Sudan, Egypt, Rwanda and Burundi), Regional Agroforestry Training Group.

November 2006 Presented a paper titled “Current and Future challenges of Forestry Education and Extension” in the 2nd National Scientific Conference at KEFRI . Highlights of the paper appeared in the Kenya Standard Newspaper of 16th November 2006.

KOECH, E.; HITIMANA. J.; MATANO, A. S.; AND ORINDA, B. (2005). Tree Cover in Nzoia Catchment: A Case Study at and around the Rehabilitated and Conserved Ndalat Hills, Nandi District: An Impact Assessment of LVEMP afforestation from 1998 to 2003. A Collaborative Research Report between the Department of Forestry of Moi University and the Catchment Afforestation Component of the LVEMP in Kenya, Eldoret.

On 20th December 2006 Presented a Paper at Bontana Hotel, Nakuru to about 150 Senior Forest officers from Kenya on “Managing Change in the public Sector: the case of Kenya Forestry Service.

From 2007 –2010 Participating in leading Kenyans in Tree Planting, Forest Conservation and Management across the country (Ngong, Nyeri, Transzoia, Uasin Gishu, Nakuru, Nyanza, Bomet, Meru , Isiolo, Machakos and Kericho) – Kenya.

22nd – 24th March 2018 – Attended a Workshop on ‘’ Training of University Senior Management on Governance and Strategic Management” by ACAL Consultants under the GoK/ADB to HEST Project, at Simba Lodge, Naivasha, Kenya.

On 21st August 2007, As the Chairman, Kenya Forest Service Board Chairman, Joined the Minister for Wildlife and Natural Resources, Hon, David Mwiraria in Tree Planting at in Meru Forest, North Imenti, Kenya.

On 30th April 2008, As the Chairman, Kenya Forest Service Board Chairman, Joined the Minister for Forestry and Wildlife, Hon. Noah Wekesa, PS, Mr Kombo Mwero during the National Tree Planting Day at Mugeria Site, Gathiuru Forest Station at Nyeri District, Kenya.

On 5th November 2008, As the Chairman, Kenya Forest Service, Joined the Minister for Forestry and Wildlife, Hon. Noah Wekesa, PS, during the 2nd National Tree Planting Day at Wabera, Isiolo District, Kenya.

On 21st May 2009, As the Chairman, Kenya Forest Service, Joined the Minister for Forestry and Wildlife, Hon. Noah Wekesa, during The Service Charter, 2007/08 Annual Report and Nairobi Conservancy Committee Launch on 21st May 2009 At The Nairobi Arboretum.

On 29th July 2009, As the Chairman, Kenya Forest Service Board Chairman, Joined Hon. Prof. Margaret Kamar the MP, Eldoret East, During the Launch of Tree Planting Ceremony at Moiben Centre, Uasin, Gishu.

On 19th November 2009, As the Chairman, Kenya Forest Service Board Chairman, Joined the Minister for Forestry and Wildlife, Hon. Noah Wekesa, PS, Mr Wa-Mwachai at the Eastern Rainfall Regime Tree Planting Season Launch at Kyamutheke Polythenic, Machakos, Kenya.

On 23rd September 2009, As the Chairman, Kenya Forest Service Board Chairman, Joined the Minister for Forestry and Wildlife, Hon. Dr Noah Wekesa; The Assistant Minister, Hon Nanok and PS, Mr Wa-Mwachai, during the Graduation Ceremony for the Diploma Forestry Graduands at Kenya Forestry College, Londiani, Kenya.

On 28th September 2016, I presided over the official Opening the 28th-30th September 2016 11th Forest Society of Kenya (FSK) Scientific Conference as well as Launching of FSK Strategic Plan, 2017-2021 in Eldoret, Kenya

Prof. Eric Koech, Ph.D., MBS