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…
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…
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…
Nepal will host a National Coffee Conference in the upcoming month of Asar, which falls between mid-June to mid-July in the Nepali calendar. The conference aims to promote the production, consumption, and export of Nepali coffee. According to the Coffee Entrepreneurs Association, the conference will be held in Kathmandu from Asar 2 to 5. This…
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…
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…
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: 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…
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 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…
