Karnali Province Allocate NPR 11 Crore 97 Lakh for Agricultural Loan Interest Subsidy
Karnali Province Allocate NPR 11 Crore 97 Lakh for Agricultural Loan Interest Subsidy
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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…
Dragon Fruit Farmers Seek Markets Middle of Rising Interest || Krishi Vines
Farmers are becoming increasingly interested in growing dragon fruit, but there aren’t many markets to sell their harvest. The Dragon Fruit Product Association of Koshi Province recently planned a state-level conference to address this problem. They brought the government’s attention to the problem by highlighting that locally grown dragon fruit cannot find a market. Farmers…
NARC, updated specific RDF for Rice, Wheat and Maize || 2023
Introduction: An innovative and updated site-specific recommended nutrient dose (RDF) method should implement to grow rice, maize, and wheat, marking a significant advancement in Nepal’s agricultural industry. This ground-breaking strategy aims to transform farming methods, maximize crop yields, and guarantee nationwide sustainable agricultural growth. Optimizing Nutrient Management: Recognizing the crucial role that nutrients play in…
“Managing Locust Swarms: Sustainable Approach Revealed to Protect Wildlife and Human Health”
According to recent studies in agronomy, conventional insecticides caused harm to regional bird and honeybee populations during a recent locust outbreak in the Horn of Africa. But Somalia chose a remedy that can control swarms while safeguarding human health and wildlife. The findings point to a strategy for locust management that is sustainable. According to…
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…
New Solution Offers Hope for Farmers Battling Herd Mastitis
Farmers facing the challenge of herd mastitis now have a promising solution. An innovative product designed to manage mastitis in dairy herds has emerged, offering improved animal welfare, enhanced productivity, and increased profitability. Mastitis is a common and costly infection affecting dairy cows, causing inflammation and discomfort. It not only affects the well-being of the…
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…
Early Blight of Tomato || Alternaria Solani || Crop Disease and Management
Early Blight of Tomato Early Blight of Tomatoes is a common disease for crops like tomatoes and potatoes. Terai to Hilly regions mainly was attracted by the early blight diseases. This disease reduces crop yield by about 5-10%. Causative Agent: The Causative agent of this disease is the Alternaria solani Morphology of Alternaria Alternaria solani…
