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Refine your search Apply to external sourcesDetermining factors and impact of household income on dairy cattle insurance in Nepal / S. Subedi in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University, Volume 5 (2022)
Title : Determining factors and impact of household income on dairy cattle insurance in Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: S. Subedi, Author ; R.R. Kattel, Author Publication Date: 2022 Article on page: 229-238 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Insurance, dairy cattle, household income, endogeneity Abstract: Nepalese agriculture insurance market is dominated by livestock sector and cattle are the most popular class of
animal in livestock production system. This study was conducted to identify the determining factors and impact
of household income on dairy cattle insurance. This study was based on the field survey conducted in Chitwan
and Nawalparasi districts of Nepal. A total of 160 households were sampled using a stratified simple random
sampling technique. Data were collected using a pre-tested interview schedule and focusgroup discussion (FGD)
in 2017. The result of t-test showed annual household income, income from milk sell, and average cattle holding
significantly higher in cattle insurer farmers than that of non-insurers. A probit model was used to assess the factors
affecting the decision for the adoption of cattle insurance. The probit model revealed that cattle breed, access to
loan, income from livestock, and number of cattle had a positive and significant relationship with the adoption
of cattle insurance whereas, household size and district dummy had a negative and significant relationship with
the adoption of cattle insurance. Income regression function revealed that the adoption of insurance, the number
of cattle, and the district of the respondents had a positive and significant relation with income from livestock.
The instrumental variable model adopted to combat endogeneity bias showed that adoption of insurance and
district of the respondents had a positive and significant relation with income from livestock. Although the results
are farmers specific, findings have implications for policymakers regarding promotion of improved breeds and
facilitation of farm credit.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Determining_factors_and_impact_of_househo [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 5 (2022) . - 229-238 p.[article] Determining factors and impact of household income on dairy cattle insurance in Nepal [printed text] / S. Subedi, Author ; R.R. Kattel, Author . - 2022 . - 229-238 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 5 (2022) . - 229-238 p.
Keywords: Insurance, dairy cattle, household income, endogeneity Abstract: Nepalese agriculture insurance market is dominated by livestock sector and cattle are the most popular class of
animal in livestock production system. This study was conducted to identify the determining factors and impact
of household income on dairy cattle insurance. This study was based on the field survey conducted in Chitwan
and Nawalparasi districts of Nepal. A total of 160 households were sampled using a stratified simple random
sampling technique. Data were collected using a pre-tested interview schedule and focusgroup discussion (FGD)
in 2017. The result of t-test showed annual household income, income from milk sell, and average cattle holding
significantly higher in cattle insurer farmers than that of non-insurers. A probit model was used to assess the factors
affecting the decision for the adoption of cattle insurance. The probit model revealed that cattle breed, access to
loan, income from livestock, and number of cattle had a positive and significant relationship with the adoption
of cattle insurance whereas, household size and district dummy had a negative and significant relationship with
the adoption of cattle insurance. Income regression function revealed that the adoption of insurance, the number
of cattle, and the district of the respondents had a positive and significant relation with income from livestock.
The instrumental variable model adopted to combat endogeneity bias showed that adoption of insurance and
district of the respondents had a positive and significant relation with income from livestock. Although the results
are farmers specific, findings have implications for policymakers regarding promotion of improved breeds and
facilitation of farm credit.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Determining_factors_and_impact_of_househo [...]
Title : Impacts of group organic certification of coffee on socio-economic and environmental sustainability in Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: R.R. Kattel, Author Publication Date: 2020 Article on page: 49-60p. Languages : English (eng) Class number: 630
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University: Vol;I > vol I [10/05/2020] . - 49-60p.[article] Impacts of group organic certification of coffee on socio-economic and environmental sustainability in Nepal [printed text] / R.R. Kattel, Author . - 2020 . - 49-60p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University: Vol;I > vol I [10/05/2020] . - 49-60p.
Class number: 630
Title : Impacts of group organic certification of coffee on socio-economic and environmental sustainability in Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: R.R. Kattel, Author Publication Date: 2017 Article on page: 49-60 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Smallholders, revenue, welfare, livelihoods Abstract: Different certification schemes have been emerged as a source of significant and innovative
revenue for standard setting and livelihood promotion in the environmental realm. This study
examines the potential for group organic certification of coffee to contribute to socio-economic
and environmental sustainability in the selected rural regions of Nepal. Data were collected by
using semi-structured interviews as well as by conducting focus group discussion in Gulmi and
Kavrepalanchok districts, Nepal. Three dimensional income sources realized from coffee farm in
Nepal- mainly from coffee, shed trees, and inter crops. The findings revealed that group organic
certification plays positive role on smallholders’ livelihoods. Certification is seen as a catalyst to
enter international markets coupled with environmental and social benefits. The regression analysis
indicated experience in coffee cultivation, altitude of farm and the certification dummy as the key
determining factors on household income from coffee sector. Findings suggest that participation in
group organic certification increases farmers’ welfare through increased income and environmental
featuresLink for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Impacts_of_group_organic_certification_of [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 1 (2017) . - 49-60 p.[article] Impacts of group organic certification of coffee on socio-economic and environmental sustainability in Nepal [printed text] / R.R. Kattel, Author . - 2017 . - 49-60 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 1 (2017) . - 49-60 p.
Keywords: Smallholders, revenue, welfare, livelihoods Abstract: Different certification schemes have been emerged as a source of significant and innovative
revenue for standard setting and livelihood promotion in the environmental realm. This study
examines the potential for group organic certification of coffee to contribute to socio-economic
and environmental sustainability in the selected rural regions of Nepal. Data were collected by
using semi-structured interviews as well as by conducting focus group discussion in Gulmi and
Kavrepalanchok districts, Nepal. Three dimensional income sources realized from coffee farm in
Nepal- mainly from coffee, shed trees, and inter crops. The findings revealed that group organic
certification plays positive role on smallholders’ livelihoods. Certification is seen as a catalyst to
enter international markets coupled with environmental and social benefits. The regression analysis
indicated experience in coffee cultivation, altitude of farm and the certification dummy as the key
determining factors on household income from coffee sector. Findings suggest that participation in
group organic certification increases farmers’ welfare through increased income and environmental
featuresLink for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Impacts_of_group_organic_certification_of [...]
Title : Out-migration and remittances in Nepal: Is this boon or bane? Material Type: printed text Authors: R.R. Kattel, Author ; Upadhyay, Nisha, Author Publication Date: 2018 Article on page: 63-72 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Agricultural production, income function, Nepal, Probit Abstract: Out-migration of labour force and remittance earning are common phenomenon in current Nepalese
economy. However, there is lack of information on its socio-economic implication including
agricultural production and effective management of remittance. This research attempts to examine
the impacts of remittance earning and out migration on socio-economic condition and agricultural
production in Nepal. Farm and household level data were obtained from Nawalparasi and Dhading
districts of Nepal during 2013. The research employed the Probit and multi-regression income models
to gauge the determinants of remittance earning and its impact on the farm income. The results from
the Probit model revealed that household size and extension services played a significant and positive
role on household decision to migrate members for better job opportunity to aboard. However,
farm income and poor had negatively significant determinant on the household decision to migrate.
Findings from income function econometric model identified that the household members migration
dummy had negatively significant on farm income while controlling extension services, total land
holding and poor dummy variables. Finding revealed that the farm income decreased by 358% among
migrated households as compared to non-migrant households. Findings of this research suggests
that government and policy makers should develop better policy to utilize remittance and promote
commercial agriculture farming to cope the bane situation of Nepalese agriculture.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Out-migration_and_remittances_in_Nepal_Is [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 2 (2018) . - 63-72 p.[article] Out-migration and remittances in Nepal: Is this boon or bane? [printed text] / R.R. Kattel, Author ; Upadhyay, Nisha, Author . - 2018 . - 63-72 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 2 (2018) . - 63-72 p.
Keywords: Agricultural production, income function, Nepal, Probit Abstract: Out-migration of labour force and remittance earning are common phenomenon in current Nepalese
economy. However, there is lack of information on its socio-economic implication including
agricultural production and effective management of remittance. This research attempts to examine
the impacts of remittance earning and out migration on socio-economic condition and agricultural
production in Nepal. Farm and household level data were obtained from Nawalparasi and Dhading
districts of Nepal during 2013. The research employed the Probit and multi-regression income models
to gauge the determinants of remittance earning and its impact on the farm income. The results from
the Probit model revealed that household size and extension services played a significant and positive
role on household decision to migrate members for better job opportunity to aboard. However,
farm income and poor had negatively significant determinant on the household decision to migrate.
Findings from income function econometric model identified that the household members migration
dummy had negatively significant on farm income while controlling extension services, total land
holding and poor dummy variables. Finding revealed that the farm income decreased by 358% among
migrated households as compared to non-migrant households. Findings of this research suggests
that government and policy makers should develop better policy to utilize remittance and promote
commercial agriculture farming to cope the bane situation of Nepalese agriculture.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Out-migration_and_remittances_in_Nepal_Is [...]
Title : Value chain analysis of large cardamom in eastern Himalayan road corridor of Nepal: Trade and governance Material Type: printed text Authors: R.R. Kattel, Author ; M. D. Sharma, Author ; P. P. Regmi, Author ; Thapa, Y.B, Author Publication Date: 2020 Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Competitiveness, market, trade, commercial farmers Abstract: Large cardamom (Amomum subulatum Roxb.) is exportable high value sub-sector of Nepal producing to sell in targeted
international markets. This research was done to examine value chain analysis of large cardamom from governance and trade
aspects, focusing on value chain map, export scenario, and technology upgrading in eastern Himalayan road corridor (EHRC)
of Nepal. Farm level information was collected from Taplejung, Jhapa and Morang districts using set of questionnaire
(n=300). Focus Group Discussion, Key Informant Interview and Rapid Market Appraisal were done with enablers and
traders. About 32% samples household were commercial farmers having one or more than one hectare cardamom cultivation
land. About 27% households used improved dryer for curing and drying whereas majority used (72%) traditional dryer. The
cost of production of one kg cardamom was estimated NRs. 656, and farmers received NRs. 344 profit margin from one
kg of large cardamom sold at farm. Due to global price fluctuation, price of large cardamom has been declined drastically,
although farmers are still in profit with B/C ratio of more than 1.4. The findings revealed that value chain development of
large cardamom is not well structural at function, actors and enablers level whereas village/district level collectors, regional
and national traders with their association and exporters were performing better marketing instead of governance of small
scale producers. About 90% large cardamom was exported to India.. Nepalese traders have a poor capacity and governance
to export product in other counties than India due to high entry barrier to global market. There is a potential of forming global
value chain development alliance, focusing to financing and upgrading strategy that would be pivotal for large cardamom
intervention strategy in improving value chain functionLink for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Value%20chain%20analysis%20of%20large%20c [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 4 (2020)[article] Value chain analysis of large cardamom in eastern Himalayan road corridor of Nepal: Trade and governance [printed text] / R.R. Kattel, Author ; M. D. Sharma, Author ; P. P. Regmi, Author ; Thapa, Y.B, Author . - 2020.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 4 (2020)
Keywords: Competitiveness, market, trade, commercial farmers Abstract: Large cardamom (Amomum subulatum Roxb.) is exportable high value sub-sector of Nepal producing to sell in targeted
international markets. This research was done to examine value chain analysis of large cardamom from governance and trade
aspects, focusing on value chain map, export scenario, and technology upgrading in eastern Himalayan road corridor (EHRC)
of Nepal. Farm level information was collected from Taplejung, Jhapa and Morang districts using set of questionnaire
(n=300). Focus Group Discussion, Key Informant Interview and Rapid Market Appraisal were done with enablers and
traders. About 32% samples household were commercial farmers having one or more than one hectare cardamom cultivation
land. About 27% households used improved dryer for curing and drying whereas majority used (72%) traditional dryer. The
cost of production of one kg cardamom was estimated NRs. 656, and farmers received NRs. 344 profit margin from one
kg of large cardamom sold at farm. Due to global price fluctuation, price of large cardamom has been declined drastically,
although farmers are still in profit with B/C ratio of more than 1.4. The findings revealed that value chain development of
large cardamom is not well structural at function, actors and enablers level whereas village/district level collectors, regional
and national traders with their association and exporters were performing better marketing instead of governance of small
scale producers. About 90% large cardamom was exported to India.. Nepalese traders have a poor capacity and governance
to export product in other counties than India due to high entry barrier to global market. There is a potential of forming global
value chain development alliance, focusing to financing and upgrading strategy that would be pivotal for large cardamom
intervention strategy in improving value chain functionLink for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Value%20chain%20analysis%20of%20large%20c [...]
