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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 : Changed gender roles and rural agricultural system Material Type: printed text Authors: D. Devkota, Author ; K. N. Pyakuryal, Author Publication Date: 2017 Article on page: 35-47 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Role change Generation Ethnicity Rural agriculture Labor crisis Link for e-copy: http://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Changed_gender_roles-and_rural_agricultura [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 1 (2017) . - 35-47 p.[article] Changed gender roles and rural agricultural system [printed text] / D. Devkota, Author ; K. N. Pyakuryal, Author . - 2017 . - 35-47 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 1 (2017) . - 35-47 p.
Keywords: Role change Generation Ethnicity Rural agriculture Labor crisis Link for e-copy: http://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Changed_gender_roles-and_rural_agricultura [...]
Title : Constraints on the use and adoption of information and communication technology (ICT) tools and farm machinery by paddy farmers in Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: U. P. Sigdel, Author ; K. N. Pyakuryal, Author ; D. Devkota, Author ; G. P. Ojha, Author Publication Date: 2022 Article on page: 41-51 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Constraints, ICT tools, farm machinery, paddy farming, adoption Abstract: Information and communication technology (ICT) tools such as radio, television, mobile phone, the internet
and computers are gaining momentum in Nepal’s agriculture development discourse, filling void that traditional
agriculture extension has failed to fill. Agricultural mechanization implies using various power sources and
improved farm tools and equipment in agriculture. This study aims to determine the barriers while using ICT tools
and agricultutal machinery in Jhapa, Kapilbastu and Kailali districts of Nepal. Pretested semi-structured interview
schedule was employed to collect data from 390 sample respondents selected randomly. Descriptive statistics and
the appropriately developed scales were used in the data analysis. Moreover, respondents considered lack of
awareness along with its requirement of skilled human resources and its cost were the primary reasons for the
rejection of the use of ICT tools, where the overall rejection level was at a medium level. The constraints level of
the use and adoption of farm machinery was found high; the significant constraints considered by the respondents
were the high price of the machinery along with poor skills, knowledge, facilities, and poor maintenance service.
The overall index value for the rejection of the use and adoption of farm machinery in paddy farming was at a
moderate level. The respondents’ primary reasons for the rejection of the use of farm machinery were the high
price of the farm machinery long with poor training, poor skilled human resources, and complex ideas to learn.
Hence, to overcome to those factors, appropriate awareness campaigns and educational programs are necessary.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Constraints_on_the_use_and_adoption_of_in [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 5 (2022) . - 41-51 p.[article] Constraints on the use and adoption of information and communication technology (ICT) tools and farm machinery by paddy farmers in Nepal [printed text] / U. P. Sigdel, Author ; K. N. Pyakuryal, Author ; D. Devkota, Author ; G. P. Ojha, Author . - 2022 . - 41-51 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 5 (2022) . - 41-51 p.
Keywords: Constraints, ICT tools, farm machinery, paddy farming, adoption Abstract: Information and communication technology (ICT) tools such as radio, television, mobile phone, the internet
and computers are gaining momentum in Nepal’s agriculture development discourse, filling void that traditional
agriculture extension has failed to fill. Agricultural mechanization implies using various power sources and
improved farm tools and equipment in agriculture. This study aims to determine the barriers while using ICT tools
and agricultutal machinery in Jhapa, Kapilbastu and Kailali districts of Nepal. Pretested semi-structured interview
schedule was employed to collect data from 390 sample respondents selected randomly. Descriptive statistics and
the appropriately developed scales were used in the data analysis. Moreover, respondents considered lack of
awareness along with its requirement of skilled human resources and its cost were the primary reasons for the
rejection of the use of ICT tools, where the overall rejection level was at a medium level. The constraints level of
the use and adoption of farm machinery was found high; the significant constraints considered by the respondents
were the high price of the machinery along with poor skills, knowledge, facilities, and poor maintenance service.
The overall index value for the rejection of the use and adoption of farm machinery in paddy farming was at a
moderate level. The respondents’ primary reasons for the rejection of the use of farm machinery were the high
price of the farm machinery long with poor training, poor skilled human resources, and complex ideas to learn.
Hence, to overcome to those factors, appropriate awareness campaigns and educational programs are necessary.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Constraints_on_the_use_and_adoption_of_in [...]
Title : Effectiveness of crop and livestock protection methods against wildlife damage: A case from Chitwan National Park, Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: S. Ghimire, Author ; D. Devkota, Author ; S. C. Dhakal, Author ; Bishnu Raj Upreti, Author Publication Date: 2022 Article on page: 165-175 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Human-wildlife conflict, wildlife damage management, Chitwan national park Abstract: Human-wildlife conflict is a major issue for policymakers and conservationists due to economic loss to the
communities living in the close territory of the park, affecting their livelihoods and wellbeing. This study aims at
identifying and quantifying wildlife-induced damages on crops and livestock and methods used by communities
for crop and livestock protection. A total of 434 households living in the vicinity of the park from the ten forest
user groups around the Chitwan national parks and buffer zone were randomly sampled and interviewed with
the use of semi-structured questionnaires in the year 2021. Findings revealed a total of 87.86% of rice-growing
households reported the damage of rice whereas 90.32% and 87.68% of households reported the damage to
wheat and maize, respectively. The annual loss of 78 kg of rice per household (NRs. 1776 at prevailing market
rates) was reported along with the loss of wheat (86 Kg-worth of NRs. 2,523) and maize (96 Kg-worth of NRs.
2,019) per household. About 59% of households had lost at least a livestock species and poultry in last year,
and that varied well across the sectors. Twelve different methods and techniques were identified by communities
that were used regularly to prevent crop damage and livestock loss with the majority of people using certain
methods and techniques against crop damage and livestock loss. A total of 425 (97.93%) were reported that they
used at least one method and technique to prevent crop damage and livestock loss. Among all these methods,
crop guarding, shouting, use of natural fences, guarding by dogs, and throwing stones were the most effective
and safest practices/techniques, but the use of a single means and approach was found ineffective. This suggests
the need for developing site-specific management techniques to minimize crop damage and livestock loss in the
National Park vicinity and adjoining protected areas. Apart from the different mitigating means, construction, and
maintaining permanent fences on the border of the national parks, there should be the provision of conservation
education to communities bordering protected areas to practice sustainable agriculture and income-generating
programs that are conservation-friendly. that may include, for example, provision of conservation educations
along with income-generating programs that are conservation-friendlyLink for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Effectiveness_of_crop_and_livestock_prote [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 5 (2022) . - 165-175 p.[article] Effectiveness of crop and livestock protection methods against wildlife damage: A case from Chitwan National Park, Nepal [printed text] / S. Ghimire, Author ; D. Devkota, Author ; S. C. Dhakal, Author ; Bishnu Raj Upreti, Author . - 2022 . - 165-175 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 5 (2022) . - 165-175 p.
Keywords: Human-wildlife conflict, wildlife damage management, Chitwan national park Abstract: Human-wildlife conflict is a major issue for policymakers and conservationists due to economic loss to the
communities living in the close territory of the park, affecting their livelihoods and wellbeing. This study aims at
identifying and quantifying wildlife-induced damages on crops and livestock and methods used by communities
for crop and livestock protection. A total of 434 households living in the vicinity of the park from the ten forest
user groups around the Chitwan national parks and buffer zone were randomly sampled and interviewed with
the use of semi-structured questionnaires in the year 2021. Findings revealed a total of 87.86% of rice-growing
households reported the damage of rice whereas 90.32% and 87.68% of households reported the damage to
wheat and maize, respectively. The annual loss of 78 kg of rice per household (NRs. 1776 at prevailing market
rates) was reported along with the loss of wheat (86 Kg-worth of NRs. 2,523) and maize (96 Kg-worth of NRs.
2,019) per household. About 59% of households had lost at least a livestock species and poultry in last year,
and that varied well across the sectors. Twelve different methods and techniques were identified by communities
that were used regularly to prevent crop damage and livestock loss with the majority of people using certain
methods and techniques against crop damage and livestock loss. A total of 425 (97.93%) were reported that they
used at least one method and technique to prevent crop damage and livestock loss. Among all these methods,
crop guarding, shouting, use of natural fences, guarding by dogs, and throwing stones were the most effective
and safest practices/techniques, but the use of a single means and approach was found ineffective. This suggests
the need for developing site-specific management techniques to minimize crop damage and livestock loss in the
National Park vicinity and adjoining protected areas. Apart from the different mitigating means, construction, and
maintaining permanent fences on the border of the national parks, there should be the provision of conservation
education to communities bordering protected areas to practice sustainable agriculture and income-generating
programs that are conservation-friendly. that may include, for example, provision of conservation educations
along with income-generating programs that are conservation-friendlyLink for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/Effectiveness_of_crop_and_livestock_prote [...]
Title : Farmer’s perception on vulnerability of cropping pattern and adaptive mechanism in Panchthar and Chitwan, Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: D. Devkota, Author ; S. Dhakal, Author ; S. K. Khatri, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author Publication Date: 2020 Article on page: 11-23 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Adaptation, temperature, precipitation, perception, climatic variability Abstract: A study was done in Chitwan and Panchthar districts of Nepal during 2017 and 2018 with the objective to learn vulnerability
of major cropping pattern, mainly with weather variability and farmers’ current practices to adapt them so that information
would be useful in formulating appropriate strategies. A total of 240 respondents were identified, and face to face structured
questionnaire was used to collect the primary information. Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and Key Informants’ Interview
(KII) were also done in order to triangulate the major findings obtained from survey. Majority of the respondents in both the
districts had a strong perception that precipitation related unpredictable consequences to the cropping pattern was more visible
in the recent past years along with the fluctuation of temperature that impacted on overall low production. Respondents from
both the districts also reported drastic rise in summer temperature for the last few years with the declining rainfall pattern,
resulting lower ground water table. The FGD and KII findings are consistent with the trend of rise in summer temperature as
revealed from the Hydro-meteorology data. In the monsoon, the pattern of rainfall has changed over time. In general, weather
variability related vulnerability and its impact to the cropping system has been seriously felt by the respondents, but they are
cautious about possible adaptive measures, and are adjusting in the agronomical practices such as, sowing dates, and to some
extent introduction of new crop species and varieties. However, there was a significant difference on majority of perception
related parameters as opined by the respondents in Chitwan and Panchthar (p variations in responses while formulating site specific strategies instead of generalizing them. In-depth and comprehensive
study covering larger niches would provide concrete information to develop appropriate strategies and policies to the weather
variability in order to safeguard cropping pattern, and to increase productivity under the possible vulnerable context.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/2._Farmer%E2%80%99s_perception_on_vulnera [...]
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 3 (2019) . - 11-23 p.[article] Farmer’s perception on vulnerability of cropping pattern and adaptive mechanism in Panchthar and Chitwan, Nepal [printed text] / D. Devkota, Author ; S. Dhakal, Author ; S. K. Khatri, Author ; N. R. Devkota, Author . - 2020 . - 11-23 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Journal of Agriculture and Forestry University > Volume 3 (2019) . - 11-23 p.
Keywords: Adaptation, temperature, precipitation, perception, climatic variability Abstract: A study was done in Chitwan and Panchthar districts of Nepal during 2017 and 2018 with the objective to learn vulnerability
of major cropping pattern, mainly with weather variability and farmers’ current practices to adapt them so that information
would be useful in formulating appropriate strategies. A total of 240 respondents were identified, and face to face structured
questionnaire was used to collect the primary information. Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and Key Informants’ Interview
(KII) were also done in order to triangulate the major findings obtained from survey. Majority of the respondents in both the
districts had a strong perception that precipitation related unpredictable consequences to the cropping pattern was more visible
in the recent past years along with the fluctuation of temperature that impacted on overall low production. Respondents from
both the districts also reported drastic rise in summer temperature for the last few years with the declining rainfall pattern,
resulting lower ground water table. The FGD and KII findings are consistent with the trend of rise in summer temperature as
revealed from the Hydro-meteorology data. In the monsoon, the pattern of rainfall has changed over time. In general, weather
variability related vulnerability and its impact to the cropping system has been seriously felt by the respondents, but they are
cautious about possible adaptive measures, and are adjusting in the agronomical practices such as, sowing dates, and to some
extent introduction of new crop species and varieties. However, there was a significant difference on majority of perception
related parameters as opined by the respondents in Chitwan and Panchthar (p variations in responses while formulating site specific strategies instead of generalizing them. In-depth and comprehensive
study covering larger niches would provide concrete information to develop appropriate strategies and policies to the weather
variability in order to safeguard cropping pattern, and to increase productivity under the possible vulnerable context.Link for e-copy: https://afu.edu.np/sites/default/files/2._Farmer%E2%80%99s_perception_on_vulnera [...]
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