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Refine your search Apply to external sourcesAssessment of gender involvement and decisions in agriculture activities of rural Nepal / D. Devkota in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University, Volume 2 (2018)
Title : Assessment of gender involvement and decisions in agriculture activities of rural Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: D. Devkota, Author ; I. P. Kadariya, Author ; A. Khatri-Chhetri, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author Publication Date: 2018 Article on page: 45-52 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Agriculture, gender, decisions, roles, rural household Abstract: Agriculture, in the typical Nepalese rural household- is the major pillar for livelihood whereas strong
relationship exists between gender and agricultural activities as in the case of most of the other
developing countries. Under this context, a study was done to understand about gender role scenario
in relation to the involvement and decisions, especially to agricultural practices in the rural agrarian
system of Nepal. Accordingly a total of 500 households were used to collect household related
information. All the 500 respondents household were randomly selected across the five districts of
Nepal, namely, 105 from Chitwan, 103 from Kaski, 105 from Kathmandu, 87 from Morang, and
100 from Rupendehi. Findings showed that agricultural activates have been changing as revealed by
empirical evidences gathered in this study. It was clearly revealed about joint involvement of male
and female in most of the agricultural activities, indicating a clear shift of gender paradigm from
either male or female alone dominating to the joint involvement. Changed scenario in involvement
thus suggest a need to consider this situation if agriculture productivity has to be linked with its allied
aspects, such as input management; labour, cultivation practices as well as extension services. On
the other hand, it was also equally learnt that gendered decisions in most of the activities on crops
and livestock have been changing from single domination of either male or female towards joint
participation of both. This firmly indicated the need to view gender roles as of changing process in
order to adjust with appropriate planning and execution of the related development activities so that
gender related issues would be rightly considered in the development endeavor.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Assessment_of_gender_involvement_and_deci [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 2 (2018) . - 45-52 p.[article] Assessment of gender involvement and decisions in agriculture activities of rural Nepal [printed text] / D. Devkota, Author ; I. P. Kadariya, Author ; A. Khatri-Chhetri, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author . - 2018 . - 45-52 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 2 (2018) . - 45-52 p.
Keywords: Agriculture, gender, decisions, roles, rural household Abstract: Agriculture, in the typical Nepalese rural household- is the major pillar for livelihood whereas strong
relationship exists between gender and agricultural activities as in the case of most of the other
developing countries. Under this context, a study was done to understand about gender role scenario
in relation to the involvement and decisions, especially to agricultural practices in the rural agrarian
system of Nepal. Accordingly a total of 500 households were used to collect household related
information. All the 500 respondents household were randomly selected across the five districts of
Nepal, namely, 105 from Chitwan, 103 from Kaski, 105 from Kathmandu, 87 from Morang, and
100 from Rupendehi. Findings showed that agricultural activates have been changing as revealed by
empirical evidences gathered in this study. It was clearly revealed about joint involvement of male
and female in most of the agricultural activities, indicating a clear shift of gender paradigm from
either male or female alone dominating to the joint involvement. Changed scenario in involvement
thus suggest a need to consider this situation if agriculture productivity has to be linked with its allied
aspects, such as input management; labour, cultivation practices as well as extension services. On
the other hand, it was also equally learnt that gendered decisions in most of the activities on crops
and livestock have been changing from single domination of either male or female towards joint
participation of both. This firmly indicated the need to view gender roles as of changing process in
order to adjust with appropriate planning and execution of the related development activities so that
gender related issues would be rightly considered in the development endeavor.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Assessment_of_gender_involvement_and_deci [...]
Title : Assessment of major feed resources and its utilization in Manaslu Conservation Area, Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: B. Dhakal, Author ; S. Subedi, Author ; B. Khanal, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author Publication Date: 2020 Article on page: 133-143 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Altitude Dietary Requirement Carrying Capacity Rangeland Abstract: An assessment was made about the available feed resources, its utilization pattern, specifically, roughage and concentrate,
produced from Manaslu Conservation Area (MCA) of Nepal to formulate the appropriate strategies in satisfying the annual
dietary requirements of the livestock covering its present production and management scenarios. A Comparative study was
done by employing purposively conducted survey to deduct distribution of forage sources in the area. Findings revealed that
natural vegetation, seasonally available crop residues, and dried grasses were major feed resources whereas their contribution
to the total supply varied significantly (p conversion and by using primary household data. Finding revealed that farmers allow significantly higher (p of grazing days and hours per day for large ruminants, such as Yak and Chauries compared with small ruminants, such as
goats and sheep. The findings also indicated seasonal variation of feed supply whereas January to March is the period of short
supply (p supplement for the animals was far below than optimum requirements. These scenarios suggest the need of immediate
attention to improve the range productivity in the MCA as the deteriorating situations of the rangelands may raise questions
on sustainability of livestock herdersLink for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/15.%20Assessment%20of%20major%20feed%20re [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 3 (2019) . - 133-143 p.[article] Assessment of major feed resources and its utilization in Manaslu Conservation Area, Nepal [printed text] / B. Dhakal, Author ; S. Subedi, Author ; B. Khanal, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author . - 2020 . - 133-143 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 3 (2019) . - 133-143 p.
Keywords: Altitude Dietary Requirement Carrying Capacity Rangeland Abstract: An assessment was made about the available feed resources, its utilization pattern, specifically, roughage and concentrate,
produced from Manaslu Conservation Area (MCA) of Nepal to formulate the appropriate strategies in satisfying the annual
dietary requirements of the livestock covering its present production and management scenarios. A Comparative study was
done by employing purposively conducted survey to deduct distribution of forage sources in the area. Findings revealed that
natural vegetation, seasonally available crop residues, and dried grasses were major feed resources whereas their contribution
to the total supply varied significantly (p conversion and by using primary household data. Finding revealed that farmers allow significantly higher (p of grazing days and hours per day for large ruminants, such as Yak and Chauries compared with small ruminants, such as
goats and sheep. The findings also indicated seasonal variation of feed supply whereas January to March is the period of short
supply (p supplement for the animals was far below than optimum requirements. These scenarios suggest the need of immediate
attention to improve the range productivity in the MCA as the deteriorating situations of the rangelands may raise questions
on sustainability of livestock herdersLink for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/15.%20Assessment%20of%20major%20feed%20re [...]
Title : Changes in physiological and metabolic parameters of sheep (Ovis aries) during trans-humance at western himlayan pastures Material Type: printed text Authors: K. Bhatta, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author ; I. C. P. T. Tiwari, Author ; S.R. Barsila, Author Publication Date: 2018 Article on page: 171-175 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Baruwal sheep, transhumance, metabolism, physiology, adaptation Abstract: Transhumance is an integral part of sheep husbandry in high mountains whereas out of total sheep
population, about 60 % are reared under the transhumance system. Transhumance Baruwal sheep
flock from the northern part of Jumla grazed at two different altitudes were selected for this research.
The main objective was to access the changes in physiological and metabolic parameters of sheep
grazed at two different altitudes along transhumance route, and to suggest appropriate husbandry
practices. This study consisted of 21 apparently healthy Baruwal sheep under transhumance which
were divided into four groups; male below 1 year (8); male above one year (5); female below one
year (5), and female above one year (2). This study was done during July 2017 to December 2017.
The herd was clinically inspected for the presence of any infection. Adaptation period was set for one
month. Blood sample was taken from selected herds at both grazing altitudes i.e. from lower stopover
Chandannath (2431m.a.s.l) to higher stopover Khali (3885 m.a.s.l). Blood glucose, albumin and total
protein (TP) were significantely (p and TP level were decreased at higher altitude as compared to low. Furthermore, altitude, age and sex
had a significant (p increase in RR and HR was observed at higher altitude. Lambs as compared to adults had higher
respiration and heart rates. Similarly, there was a higher RR and HR in ewes as compared to ram. The
study result had showed elevated level of blood biochemistry and physiological values in response
to changing environment. Finding of the study suggests reduced stress during transhumance could
ensured by slow upward movement, nutritional management, and adjusting transhumance herd to
adverse weather condition that needs to consider in transhumance sheep while addressing possible
infection and health hazard, and thereby increasing production from herd.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Changes_in_physiological_and_metabolic_pa [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 2 (2018) . - 171-175 p.[article] Changes in physiological and metabolic parameters of sheep (Ovis aries) during trans-humance at western himlayan pastures [printed text] / K. Bhatta, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author ; I. C. P. T. Tiwari, Author ; S.R. Barsila, Author . - 2018 . - 171-175 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 2 (2018) . - 171-175 p.
Keywords: Baruwal sheep, transhumance, metabolism, physiology, adaptation Abstract: Transhumance is an integral part of sheep husbandry in high mountains whereas out of total sheep
population, about 60 % are reared under the transhumance system. Transhumance Baruwal sheep
flock from the northern part of Jumla grazed at two different altitudes were selected for this research.
The main objective was to access the changes in physiological and metabolic parameters of sheep
grazed at two different altitudes along transhumance route, and to suggest appropriate husbandry
practices. This study consisted of 21 apparently healthy Baruwal sheep under transhumance which
were divided into four groups; male below 1 year (8); male above one year (5); female below one
year (5), and female above one year (2). This study was done during July 2017 to December 2017.
The herd was clinically inspected for the presence of any infection. Adaptation period was set for one
month. Blood sample was taken from selected herds at both grazing altitudes i.e. from lower stopover
Chandannath (2431m.a.s.l) to higher stopover Khali (3885 m.a.s.l). Blood glucose, albumin and total
protein (TP) were significantely (p and TP level were decreased at higher altitude as compared to low. Furthermore, altitude, age and sex
had a significant (p increase in RR and HR was observed at higher altitude. Lambs as compared to adults had higher
respiration and heart rates. Similarly, there was a higher RR and HR in ewes as compared to ram. The
study result had showed elevated level of blood biochemistry and physiological values in response
to changing environment. Finding of the study suggests reduced stress during transhumance could
ensured by slow upward movement, nutritional management, and adjusting transhumance herd to
adverse weather condition that needs to consider in transhumance sheep while addressing possible
infection and health hazard, and thereby increasing production from herd.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Changes_in_physiological_and_metabolic_pa [...]
Title : Determining chemical constituents of the selected rangeland to help improve feed quality under the context of climate change in the districts of Gandaki river basin Material Type: printed text Authors: S. Chaudhary, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author Publication Date: 2018 Article on page: 183-189 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: rangelands, chemical constituents, climate change, feeding management, monsoon Abstract: This study was conducted in the selected rangelands of Gandaki River Basins (GRB) to determine the
major chemical constituents of the rangelands under the context of possible adverse impact of change
in climatic variability to provide guidelines for best possible feeding to the graziers. Five rangelands
were selected whereas five quadrat samples were taken twice during post monsoon and before start
of the winter season in each rangeland. Significant difference (p Crude Fibre and Total Ash in post monsoon period were observed. But, there was no significant
difference in any chemical constituent before the start of winter season in all five rangelands. The
crude protein content varied from 7.04±0.96% to 11.71±3.26% in post monsoon and 8.40±0.93%
to 11.16±3.33% before the start of winter season. The status of CP was quite good for ruminants'
maintenance, and was with the standard of grade 4 and 5 in terms of protein availability. Similarly, the
range of DM was 25.9±8.26% to 50.14±7.36% in post monsoon sampling whereas it was 26.04±2.00
to 49.16±7.04 % before the start of winter. They fall in the range of high category with respect to
the dry matter content. Grasses were pre-dominant in the rangelands whereas proportion of legume
was minimum. More than 80% farmers had knowledge about climate change and they have felt the
impacts of climate change in livestock production including feeds and feeding management. The
availability of grasses and legumes in the rangelands are decreasing and it needs proper improvement
to meet the nutritive requirements of animals also in line with improving such rangelands to develop
more productive to tackle with possible adverse impact of change in climatic variabilities in the days
to come.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Determining_chemical_constituents_of_the_ [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 2 (2018) . - 183-189 p.[article] Determining chemical constituents of the selected rangeland to help improve feed quality under the context of climate change in the districts of Gandaki river basin [printed text] / S. Chaudhary, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author . - 2018 . - 183-189 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 2 (2018) . - 183-189 p.
Keywords: rangelands, chemical constituents, climate change, feeding management, monsoon Abstract: This study was conducted in the selected rangelands of Gandaki River Basins (GRB) to determine the
major chemical constituents of the rangelands under the context of possible adverse impact of change
in climatic variability to provide guidelines for best possible feeding to the graziers. Five rangelands
were selected whereas five quadrat samples were taken twice during post monsoon and before start
of the winter season in each rangeland. Significant difference (p Crude Fibre and Total Ash in post monsoon period were observed. But, there was no significant
difference in any chemical constituent before the start of winter season in all five rangelands. The
crude protein content varied from 7.04±0.96% to 11.71±3.26% in post monsoon and 8.40±0.93%
to 11.16±3.33% before the start of winter season. The status of CP was quite good for ruminants'
maintenance, and was with the standard of grade 4 and 5 in terms of protein availability. Similarly, the
range of DM was 25.9±8.26% to 50.14±7.36% in post monsoon sampling whereas it was 26.04±2.00
to 49.16±7.04 % before the start of winter. They fall in the range of high category with respect to
the dry matter content. Grasses were pre-dominant in the rangelands whereas proportion of legume
was minimum. More than 80% farmers had knowledge about climate change and they have felt the
impacts of climate change in livestock production including feeds and feeding management. The
availability of grasses and legumes in the rangelands are decreasing and it needs proper improvement
to meet the nutritive requirements of animals also in line with improving such rangelands to develop
more productive to tackle with possible adverse impact of change in climatic variabilities in the days
to come.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Determining_chemical_constituents_of_the_ [...]
Title : Evaluation of egg laying and egg quality parameters of local chicken sakini (Gallus gallus domesticus) of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: S. Sapkota, Author ; M. R. Kolakshyapati, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author ; N. A. Gorkhali, Author ; N. Bhattarai, Author Publication Date: 2017 Article on page: 181-188 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: egg, native, breed, quality, value Abstract: Eggs are the important and easy sources of protein for the people of rural areas. Moreover, eggs
from local chickens are popular and fetch good value. Therefore, this study mainly aimed at
evaluating egg laying and egg quality parameters of Sakini (Gallus gallus domesticus) of Nepal to
understand the reproductive fitness of the chicken and correlation among the parameters. For this,
a total of 30 eggs (10 each) collected from the chickens of three agro-ecological zones (AEZs),
representing terai, mid-hill and high-hill and of similar age groups after one month of egg laying.
These chickens were raised in same environment and management condition at Swine and Avian
Research Program(SARP), Khumaltar. Egg laying per hen per year was calculated for the chicken
from each AEZs and was found highest for high hills (140). Egg weight (EW), Egg Length (EL),
Egg Breadth (EB), Yolk weight (YW), Shell Thickness (ST), Dry Shell weight (DSW), Albumen
weight (AW) were the parameters recorded. With this, Least square means and Standard Errors
(LSM±SE) for Egg volume (EV), Surface Area (SA), Shape Index (SI) and Breaking Strength
(BS) were calculated. In all cases, the eggs from the Sakini from high hills were better in terms of
EW(47.45g), YW(13.6g) and AW (29.28g). Similarly, EV (42.02 cm3 ), SA(73.06 cm2 ), SI(0.75)
and BS(1718.74g) were also higher for the eggs from high hill chickens. This result showed that
the Sakini from high hills can be selected and their genetic potentiality of egg laying and egg
parameters can be explored to improve the native Sakini breeds in the other regions, of Nepal.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Evaluation_of_egg_laying_and_egg_quality_ [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 1 (2017) . - 181-188 p.[article] Evaluation of egg laying and egg quality parameters of local chicken sakini (Gallus gallus domesticus) of Nepal [printed text] / S. Sapkota, Author ; M. R. Kolakshyapati, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author ; N. A. Gorkhali, Author ; N. Bhattarai, Author . - 2017 . - 181-188 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 1 (2017) . - 181-188 p.
Keywords: egg, native, breed, quality, value Abstract: Eggs are the important and easy sources of protein for the people of rural areas. Moreover, eggs
from local chickens are popular and fetch good value. Therefore, this study mainly aimed at
evaluating egg laying and egg quality parameters of Sakini (Gallus gallus domesticus) of Nepal to
understand the reproductive fitness of the chicken and correlation among the parameters. For this,
a total of 30 eggs (10 each) collected from the chickens of three agro-ecological zones (AEZs),
representing terai, mid-hill and high-hill and of similar age groups after one month of egg laying.
These chickens were raised in same environment and management condition at Swine and Avian
Research Program(SARP), Khumaltar. Egg laying per hen per year was calculated for the chicken
from each AEZs and was found highest for high hills (140). Egg weight (EW), Egg Length (EL),
Egg Breadth (EB), Yolk weight (YW), Shell Thickness (ST), Dry Shell weight (DSW), Albumen
weight (AW) were the parameters recorded. With this, Least square means and Standard Errors
(LSM±SE) for Egg volume (EV), Surface Area (SA), Shape Index (SI) and Breaking Strength
(BS) were calculated. In all cases, the eggs from the Sakini from high hills were better in terms of
EW(47.45g), YW(13.6g) and AW (29.28g). Similarly, EV (42.02 cm3 ), SA(73.06 cm2 ), SI(0.75)
and BS(1718.74g) were also higher for the eggs from high hill chickens. This result showed that
the Sakini from high hills can be selected and their genetic potentiality of egg laying and egg
parameters can be explored to improve the native Sakini breeds in the other regions, of Nepal.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Evaluation_of_egg_laying_and_egg_quality_ [...]
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