Family Farming in Nepal: Importance and Relevance
At its core, family farming means that the same family manages and works the farm, using mostly family labor. It’s deeply rooted in the community and often passed down through generations. In Nepal, over 85% of farms are family-run.
History of the Cooperative in Nepal
The cooperative movement in Nepal has evolved from traditional systems of mutual support to a formal, nationwide development force. Long before any legal structure existed, rural communities practiced indigenous forms of cooperation such as Parma
Reviving Nepal's Agriculture: Embracing Mixed Farming and Cooperative Models for a Sustainable Future
Agriculture remains the backbone of Nepal's economy, employing over 60% of the population and contributing approximately 24% to the nation’s GDP. Despite its significance, the sector faces persistent challenges including limited arable land, climate
Gulmi Farmers Earn Lakhs Through Tunnel Vegetable Farming
Farmers in Chhatrakot Rural Municipality, Gulmi, are setting a new example in Nepal’s agriculture success stories by earning substantial incomes through commercial vegetable farming, especially using tunnel farming techniques.
Top 7 Climate-Smart Agriculture Practices for Small Farmers in Nepal
Climate change is no longer a distant threat—Nepali farmers are already facing unpredictable rainfall, drought, and rising temperatures. But there’s good news: climate-smart agriculture (CSA) can help smallholder farmers increase productivity while b