Agrobiodiversity integration in farming systems for income generation and livelihood options of smallholder farmers in Nepal: A case study of Bhimphedi Municipality DOI Open Access

Ankita Nepal,

K. B. Koirala, Sushil Rai

et al.

Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(1), P. 29 - 49

Published: March 5, 2025

Food and nutrition security are critical global concerns, particularly for smallholder farmers in Nepal who face challenges with resources inputs. This study explores how the Chabeli Farmers Group Bhimphedi Municipality can utilize agrobiodiversity to enhance their farming systems income. To achieve this, a survey was conducted involving 20 (10 male 10 female), supplemented by focus group discussions field observations. The identified 60 species across cereals, vegetables, fruits, forage, fodder crops, representing 99 genotypes types of livestock. preserve manage these through traditional practices, such as storing seeds Bhakari containers made bamboo mud. findings this highlight importance passing knowledge from one generation next role methods protecting biodiversity. Additionally, Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) facilitates sale organic cash crops. demonstrates that effective biodiversity management enhances resilience, diversifies income, improves market access. In conclusion, integrating community-driven food security, protects biocultural heritage, offers scalable solutions long-term sustainable farming.

Language: Английский

Agrobiodiversity integration in farming systems for income generation and livelihood options of smallholder farmers in Nepal: A case study of Bhimphedi Municipality DOI Open Access

Ankita Nepal,

K. B. Koirala, Sushil Rai

et al.

Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(1), P. 29 - 49

Published: March 5, 2025

Food and nutrition security are critical global concerns, particularly for smallholder farmers in Nepal who face challenges with resources inputs. This study explores how the Chabeli Farmers Group Bhimphedi Municipality can utilize agrobiodiversity to enhance their farming systems income. To achieve this, a survey was conducted involving 20 (10 male 10 female), supplemented by focus group discussions field observations. The identified 60 species across cereals, vegetables, fruits, forage, fodder crops, representing 99 genotypes types of livestock. preserve manage these through traditional practices, such as storing seeds Bhakari containers made bamboo mud. findings this highlight importance passing knowledge from one generation next role methods protecting biodiversity. Additionally, Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) facilitates sale organic cash crops. demonstrates that effective biodiversity management enhances resilience, diversifies income, improves market access. In conclusion, integrating community-driven food security, protects biocultural heritage, offers scalable solutions long-term sustainable farming.

Language: Английский

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