Details Study of Lumpy Skin Disease || Krishi Vines
Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) is a non-zoonotic viral infection that mainly affects cattle and is uncommon in buffaloes. It was first reported in Zambia in 1929, and primarily thought to be the result of poisoning or hypersensitivity reaction to insect bites. The cause was later identified as Lumpy Skin Disease Virus (LSDV) after the viral…
LC Lamjung to Host – NExCO 2023 | IAAS Nepal
IAAS Nepal LC Lamjung is an international non-profit and non-governmental student organization established in 2018 A.D. serving as the Local Committee to empower agriculture students of IAAS Lamjung. IAAS Nepal LC Lamjung is the family of 35 agriculture students where Local Director Mr.Prashanna Chapagain leads the team of 6 Executive Board Members,18 Quality Board Members,…
Forestry Students Conduct Successful Snakebite Awareness Program in Hetauda
In a commendable effort to raise awareness about snakebite identification and management, two dedicated students from the Faculty of Forestry, Hetauda, Mahima Paudyal and Nischal Bhatta, organized an informative session at Sramik Secondary School. The program, held on the 29th of Asar, proved to be highly beneficial for the 35 attending students from classes 7…
Goat Distribution Program Empowers Chepang Families in Chitwan’s Kalika Municipality
Kalika Municipality, located in the scenic district of Chitwan, has launched an inspiring initiative to uplift the livelihoods of marginalized Chepang families. The municipality has introduced a goat distribution program to empower and support the Chepang community residing in the hilly regions as part of a broader multi-sectoral nutrition initiative. This initiative addresses the nutritional…
“Madhyabindu Municipality Supports Farmers with Tractor Subsidies and Agricultural Initiatives”
The Madhyabindu Municipality in Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Sustapurb) has given a 50% subsidy for transferring tractors to farmer groups and cooperatives. This means they are helping them with the cost of getting tractors. The Mayor of Madhyabindu Municipality, Bhim Lal Adhikari, said that this subsidy is for farmers who cultivate more than 20 bighas of land…
Things you should know about Napier Grass || Krishi Vines ||
Napier grass is a perennial grass that resembles Sugarcane grass. It can produce green grass shoots within 4-5 years of planting. Compared to other grasses, it has a higher yield of green grass shoots and low production costs after the initial year of cultivation. This grass thrives in warm and temperate climates. It cannot tolerate…
“Maize Production Expected to Drop by 30% in the District This Year.”
According to the Agricultural Knowledge Center in Chitwan, it is predicted that there will be a 30% decrease in maize production in the district this year. The main reasons for this decline are the long-lasting dry spells and high temperatures. The maize plants have dried up because there hasn’t been enough water for irrigation. The…
“Relief for Farmers: Ministry Supports Agriculture and Animal Husbandry in Bagmati Province”
The Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Husbandry in Bagmati Province has started giving help to farmers who suffered losses in agriculture. They have provided relief to eight farmers in KavrePalanchok. The ministry approved an amount of 5.46 million rupees for this relief. In the current year’s plan (2079-080), the province had allocated 30 million rupees…
Gangaanarayan Shrestha – “We give agricultural subsidies to the entire community, not individuals”
Bagmati Province’s Internal Affairs and Law Minister Gangaanarayan Shrestha said that the government only gives agricultural subsidies to the entire community, not individuals. They want to solve agricultural problems and increase farming in the province. The minister announced plans to create specific areas for farming and generate jobs. They mentioned designating rice farming areas in…
AFU Partners with Tuskegee University for Agricultural Education
Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU), located in Rampur, Chitwan, Nepal, has recently partnered with Tuskegee University in the United States to enhance agricultural education. This initiative aims to improve teaching methodologies and research activities at AFU. The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has allocated substantial funding for the partnership, totaling approximately 5 million…
IAAS INDIA to conduct Thrilling Conference on Millets: Transforming Food Systems and Climate Resilience
The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2023 as the International Year of Millets (IYM 2023), recognizing the importance of these small-seeded grasses in global agriculture. Millets serve as vital cereal crops and grains for both animal feed and human consumption, with significant cultivation taking place in the semiarid tropics of Asia and Africa. Given…
Academic Leaders Sensitization by AFU || Continuing Education Center
The Agriculture and Forestry University had successfully conducted a program called “Academic Leaders Sensitization on Basic Administrative and Financial Procedures” for newly appointed campus chiefs. The program, organized by the University’s Continuing Education Center, aims to improve the university’s academic standards. The Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Dr. Punya Prasad Regmi, inaugurated the three-day program…
Downy Mildew of Crucifers || Peronospora parasitica || Crop Diseases and their management
Downy Mildew of Crucifers: This disease is found all over the world where crucifers are grown. It affects a wide range of hosts i.e. turnip, cauliflower, Sarson, radish, cabbage etc. Etiology: It is caused by the Peronospora parasitica, P. brassicae. The main difference with Downy Mildew of cucurbits is that it doesn’t form zoospores…
Finance Minister Mahat Said: “We Enforce Ban Only After Foreigners Do, It Was Our Cultural Heritage”
Dr. Prakash Sharan Mahat, the Minister of Finance, has sparked a national discussion by urging larger nations to enforce a ban on marijuana cultivation in rural areas. During a recent appeal, he emphasized the need for assistance in order to deter such practices. In the event that aid is not provided, the Minister hinted at…
ADHIKARI’S ROADMAP: FROM AGRICULTURE TO PHOTOJOURNALISM || Krishi Vines
Some people choose an easy path in life, but others look for adventure and challenge. Raj Adhikari from Nawalparasi West, Nepal, is one of those people who dared to follow his dreams. His inspiring journey from studying agriculture to becoming a successful photojournalist shows how passion and hard work can lead to extraordinary achievements. Raj…
‘Entrepreneurial Experience through Agriculture-based Education’ in Bardibas // Krishi Vines
The college of Natural Resource Management, Bardibas, Mahotttari had organized the first Graduate Seminar 2025 on the theme ‘Entrepreneurial Experience through Agriculture-based Education’. The main motives of this seminar were to publicize the results of the research conducted by the students under the six-month long internship program in various districts of Madhesh province with the…
Khudo Mela : Promotion of Local Khudo (Molasses) || Krishi Vines
3rd Magh, 2081 In order to promote their local product, Khudo (sugarcane syrup), and to restore the tradition of Khudo production in Malepatan and Dhodbeshi, the residents of Pokhara-32 Malepatan arranged a Khudo Mela on 14 Poush, 2081 in collaboration with the Agricultural Development Bank. The demand for Malepatan Dhobhesi’s Khudo rises in Pokhara and…
Distribution of more than trillion agricultural subsidies in five years|| Krishi Vines
Agriculture and Livestock Development Minister Ramnath Adhikari recently shared that over the past five years, the Ministry has distributed a total of Rs. 1.07 trillion (1 trillion, 66 crore, 27 lakh, and 89 thousand rupees) in agricultural subsidies. These grants have been provided to agricultural cooperatives, groups, and farms from the fiscal year 2076/2077 to…
A Journey to Transformation: My Days at Madichaur – By Pratima Bhandari || Krishi Vines
Five years ago, after taking the entrance exam for Agriculture and Forestry University in 2076 BS, I enrolled in Rolpa with a very heavy heart. In Poush (mid-December to mid-January), we completed the enrollment process, and in Magh (mid-January to mid-February), we received news that classes would soon begin. With our belongings packed, we headed…
The Importance of Organic Farming in Enhancing Soil Fertility and Protecting the Environment – By Binita Dhakal || Krishi Vines
Organic farming is rapidly gaining recognition as a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to agriculture. As concerns about climate change, soil degradation, and chemical pollution grow, organic farming is proving to be a crucial practice for enhancing soil fertility and protecting the environment. This holistic approach to farming is built on principles that prioritize soil…
Nepal: A Paradise for Birds – By Adhish Dulal || Krishi Vines
Nestled in the heart of the Himalayas, Nepal is not just a breathtaking landscape; it is also a sanctuary for an astonishing variety of bird species. With 896 different bird species, accounting for nearly 9% of all bird species globally, Nepal proudly holds the title of the “paradise of birds.” However, this natural treasure is…
A Need to Focus more on responsible and Sustainable Cereal Crops Production and Consumption – By Rahul Bikram Karki || Krishi Vines
Background The world population has now reached 8 billion and this growing global population requires growing agricultural production for their food. There is an estimation that the world population needs approximately 3,050 kilocalories (kcal) of food per person per day by 2030, which is an increase from 2,800 kcal available today. This reflects a significant…
Importance of Cover Crop in Soil Improvement – By Kamana Kumari Singh || Krishi Vines
IntroductionCover crops are those crop which are grown primarily to improve and protect soil health and manage other aspects of an agroecosystem, rather than for harvest. Cover crops manage soil erosion, soil fertility, soil quality, water, weeds, pests, diseases, biodiversity and wildlife in an agroecosystem—an ecological system managed and shaped by humans. Cover crops can…
Rare Olive Keelback photographed in Nepal – Raj Adhikari || Krishi Vines
Body: Among more than 3000 species of snakes found around the globe, Nepal is a home to about 77 snake species belonging to the families Elapidae, Viperidae, Typhlopidae, Boidae, and Colubridae. Atretium schistosum is a non-venomous snake species belonging to the family Colubridae. Also known as Olive Keelback, it is native to South Asia and…
