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Urbanization and Climate Change: Its Impact on Local Biodiversity Hotspots – By Monika Thapa Chhetri || Krishi Vines

adminOctober 19, 2024015 mins

Abstract Urbanization leads to habitat fragmentation, pollution, and the introduction of invasive species, while climate change exacerbates these challenges through altered temperature and precipitation patterns, extreme weather events, and rising sea levels. Case studies from the Himalayas, Southeast Asia, and Latin America highlight the urgent need for sustainable urban planning, nature-based solutions, and policy interventions…

“Balancing Global Trade and Local Crop Diversity for Sustainable Food Systems” – By Prakash Bhatt || Krishi Vines

adminOctober 19, 2024012 mins

Introduction Agrobiodiversity, or agricultural biodiversity, refers to the variety and variability of plants, animals, and microorganisms used for food and agriculture. It includes genetic resources, species diversity, and the diverse ecosystems within which agricultural activities occur. Agrobiodiversity is crucial for resilient food systems, ensuring food security, and enabling adaptation to environmental changes. However, the global…

Role Of Urban Agrobiodiversity In Sustainable City Planning Along With Integration Of Local Varieties – By Barsha Paudel || Krishi Vines

adminOctober 18, 2024October 22, 202409 mins

Cities are becoming more and more acknowledged as essential locations for the protection of biodiversity as global urbanization picks up speed. Sustainable cities are largely dependent on urban agrobiodiversity, which is the range of crops, animals, and ecosystems that are a part of urban agriculture. It expresses cultural legacy, increases resistance to environmental problems, improves…

Agrobiodiversity conservation through local innovation and practices in Nepal – By Sulochana Bhandari || Krishi Vines

adminOctober 18, 2024015 mins

Introduction In Nepal, the term “agrobiodiversity” refers to the range and diversity of flora, fauna, and microbes that are either directly or indirectly utilized for agriculture, food production, and subsistence. With a geography that varies from the lowland Terai to the Himalayan mountains, Nepal provides a rich and distinctive biodiversity that is conducive to a…

Saving seeds: How Farmer Preserve Agrobiodiversity for the Future – By Sujata Pandey || Krishi Vines

adminOctober 18, 2024011 mins

In the face of climate change and mounting food security concerns, an ancient technique is gaining popularity again: seed saving. Farmers have been handing along agricultural legacy from generation to generation for millennia by carefully selecting and preserving seeds from their greatest crops. In addition to guaranteeing a steady supply of food, this age-old custom…

Impact of change of biodiversity on agriculture in Nepal – By Sundar Adhikari || Krishi Vines

adminOctober 18, 202405 mins

Changes in biodiversity significantly impact agriculture in Nepal, where farming is closely connected to the country’s ecosystems. Nepal’s landscape, from the lowland Terai plains to the Himalayan mountains, supports a rich variety of species that influence agricultural productivity. Here’s how shifts in biodiversity affect farming: 1. Decline of Pollinators Pollinators like bees, butterflies, and other…

Minister Adhikari Calls for Global Investment in Nepal’s Agriculture || Krishi Vines

adminOctober 18, 202403 mins

Rome, Italy – Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Ramnath Adhikari, emphasized the importance of investment in Nepal’s agriculture sector during his address at the World Food Forum 2024, held in Rome. Leading a delegation of Ministry officials, Adhikari highlighted Nepal’s strategic focus on sustainable agriculture, food security, and agri-food system transformation. Photo Credit: FAO…

Safeguarding Wetlands for Conserving Biodiversity of Nepal – By Swikriti Panthi || Krishi Vines

adminOctober 18, 202409 mins

INTRODUCTION According to RCS (2019), wetlands are defined globally as those regions that are continuously or periodically submerged in water up to a maximum depth of six meters. Nepal’s wetland hosts 42 globally threatened species (IUCN red list 2002) and are valuable from an economic, ecological, aesthetic, sociocultural, and religious standpoint. They are found in…

Impact of Climate Change on Agro-Biodiversity in Nepal – By Samraksha Ghimire || Krishi Vines

adminOctober 18, 202405 mins

Introduction Nepal, with its diverse topography and climate, hosts a rich array of agro-biodiversity. This diversity includes various crops, livestock, and traditional farming practices that have evolved over centuries. However, climate change poses significant threats to this invaluable resource. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall patterns, and increased frequency of extreme weather events jeopardize agricultural productivity and…

Veterinary Students Lead Waste Warriors to Victory at WFF Transformative Research Challenge 2024 || Krishi Vines

adminOctober 17, 202402 mins

The Waste Warriors team, composed entirely of veterinary students and young professionals, has emerged as one of the winners in the Food Loss and Waste category at the prestigious World Food Forum’s Transformative Research Challenge (TRC) 2024. Their innovative proposal, titled “Opportunities and Constraints to Surplus Food Store Implementation,” captured the attention of experts and…