Impact of Agroforestry System in Rural Livelihood of Midhills in Nepal

Pandit, Naba Raj; Gautam, Deepak Kumar; Khadka, Chandrama

ISBN 10: 3659412643 / ISBN 13: 9783659412646

Published by VDM Verlag Dr. Mueller Aktiengesellschaft & Co. KG, 2013

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Impact of Agroforestry System in Rural Livelihood of Midhills in Nepal
• Publisher: VDM Verlag Dr. Mueller Aktiengesellschaft & Co. KG
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 3659412643
• ISBN 13: 9783659412646
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

This book is a part of the research study on “Socio-economic development of rural people through Agroforestry system in Rasuwa District of Nepal” surveyed during 2008. With the aim to assess the contribution of agro forestry to household economy of rural people, a study was conducted at Dhaibung VDC of Rasuwa district as agro forestry system creates employment and livelihood opportunity to the majority of the rural dwellers. Comparative study was done between agro forestry and non-agro forestry system village based on the project in terms of financial benefits received by respondents. Findings from the study revealed that agro forestry system practiced in project area; gross income and net income analysis in project village (PV) are more profitable than control village (CV) farms. Income from sale of livestock, fruits, milk and milk products was higher in project village as compared to control village whereas income from public services, wage labour was somehow same.

About the Author

Name: Naba Raj PanditEducation: Master in Rural development, Tribuhuwan University, NepalMajor subject: Research Methodology, Agriculture and Rural DevelopmentEmployer: Nepal Agroforestry Foundation (NAF)Position: Project CoordinatorProfessional Experience: Research work, Conduct training and workshop