Introduction Crop diversity refers to the variety of plant species used in agriculture and the genetic variation found within those species. It exists at two main levels: Between species and Within species. With the changing pattern of climate, it is threatening biodiversity through changing ecosystems, shrinking habitats of wild crops relatives, and by increasing the…
Nepal is an agricultural country consisting of about 30million population. Among 30 millions, about 60% of the population is engaged in agriculture. Nepal has diverse topography and climatic conditions and is home to a rich variety of crops and livestock as well as farming practices. This agricultural diversity is known as agrobiodiversity and it has…
Introduction Nepal is a small but ecologically diverse country, stretching from 60 meters above sea level in the Terai to the towering peaks of the Himalayas over 8,000 meters. This unique topography and climatic variation have made the nation a global hotspot of agrobiodiversity — the variety and variability of plants, animals, and microorganisms that…
Keyword: Agrobiodiversity, Climate Change, Policy, Resilience Introduction Agrobiodiversity refers to the variety of lives in the agricultural system resulting from natural selection and the careful selection and inventive development of farmers, holders and fishers. Agro biodiversity is the result of the interaction between the environment’s genetic resources and management system and practices used by…
Introduction Today as well, agriculture is the cornerstone of world food security, providing most of human demand for food, fibre and fuel. Aside from its central position in production, agriculture is also inextricably intertwined with biodiversity and ecosystem health and function. Agricultural landscapes are composed of an assemblage of heterogeneous other and plant species in…
IntroductionThe problems associated with climate change are becoming more widely recognized by governments, corporations, and the general people worldwide. While certain climate changes may have detrimental socioeconomic effects never seen before, others may have advantages if enough preparation and notice are given.Climate resilience denotes the ability to anticipate and reduce risk to climate variability and…
Preparations are underway for the much-anticipated National Congress 2025, scheduled to be held from October 13 to 16, 2025, at the College of Natural Resource Management (CNRM), Sindhuli. Organized by IAAS Nepal Local Committee Sindhuli, this four-day mega event will run under the central theme “From Policies to Progress: Advancing Agriculture through Innovation.” The Congress…
The IAAS Scientific Event 2025, an international academic gathering of students, researchers, and agricultural practitioners, is set to take place from August 30 to September 1 at the Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU), Rampur, Chitwan, Nepal. The event is jointly organized by the IAAS Nepal Local Committee, AFU and the Food and Agriculture Youth Institute…
Agrobiodiversity -also known as agricultural biodiversity-is the diversity and variability of plants, animals, and microorganisms which, by direct or indirect use, contribute to food and agriculture. It refers to diversity within species (genetic diversity), between species (species diversity) and of ecosystems (ecosystem diversity).Nepal is rich in biodiversity and is ranked 49 globally. The country contains…
Khairhani Municipality, Chitwan — Breaking the 10 to 5 routine of government jobs, Agriculture Officer Gaurav Neupane has transformed the way farmers access agricultural advice. Joining the municipality two years ago, Neupane noticed a deep gap between agricultural experts and farmers, who often relied on traditional methods or agro-vet shops for disease and pest control….
