Gaurav Paudel

Agrobiodiversity is the foundation of Nepalese agriculture. It not only provides food, fiber, and medicine but also strengthens resilience against climate change. The country’s indigenous farming communities have maintained traditional crop varieties and livestock breeds that are well adapted to specific microclimates and local needs.

Agrobiodiversity: The Hidden Strength of Nepal’s Agriculture – Gaurav Paudel || Krishi Vines

Upendra BhusalOctober 31, 2025October 31, 202509 mins

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…