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Add the result to your basketConservation of Red Sandle Wood (Pterocarpus santalinus): need greater cooperation in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal, 17 : 2 (July - December 2007)
Title : Conservation of Red Sandle Wood (Pterocarpus santalinus): need greater cooperation Material Type: printed text Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 1-2 p. General note: Editorial Languages : English (eng) Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2149/1977
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 1-2 p.[article] Conservation of Red Sandle Wood (Pterocarpus santalinus): need greater cooperation [printed text] . - 2007 . - 1-2 p.
Editorial
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 1-2 p.
Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2149/1977
Title : An assessment of tree species dynamics in rural farmland of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: D. K. Kharal, Author ; OlI, B.N., Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 3-10 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Composition, Diversity, Dynamics, Farmland, Socioeconomic factors, Trees. Abstract: Dynamics of species distribution, species composition and species number are very important areas to be understood for sustainable management of forest and tree resources. The paper endeavours to solicit information on dynamics of tree species in terms of their composition and number, and also assesses the relationship between socio-economic factors and tree species dynamics. The study was conducted through survey of 98 sampled households, focus group discussion and direct field observation. Species composition and species number of tree resources of the study area are identified for different time period. The study found out that proportion of tree species loss on farmland was higher than that of species introduction. Similarly, 20 species were found with very limited distribution in the study area while two of them are already under the threatened category at the national level. The reasons for species change in the farmland are also identified. Farmers are now attracted to grow fast growing, multipurpose and easily available tree species. Economic return is the major concern for them. Such a situation may lead to further loss of tree species from the farmland. Some species such as Shorea robusta and Phyllanthus emblica, which were among the widely distributed in the beginning, are now about to be lost because of easy availability in nearby forest, slow growth rate and limited uses. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2150/1978
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 3-10 p.[article] An assessment of tree species dynamics in rural farmland of Nepal [printed text] / D. K. Kharal, Author ; OlI, B.N., Author . - 2007 . - 3-10 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 3-10 p.
Keywords: Composition, Diversity, Dynamics, Farmland, Socioeconomic factors, Trees. Abstract: Dynamics of species distribution, species composition and species number are very important areas to be understood for sustainable management of forest and tree resources. The paper endeavours to solicit information on dynamics of tree species in terms of their composition and number, and also assesses the relationship between socio-economic factors and tree species dynamics. The study was conducted through survey of 98 sampled households, focus group discussion and direct field observation. Species composition and species number of tree resources of the study area are identified for different time period. The study found out that proportion of tree species loss on farmland was higher than that of species introduction. Similarly, 20 species were found with very limited distribution in the study area while two of them are already under the threatened category at the national level. The reasons for species change in the farmland are also identified. Farmers are now attracted to grow fast growing, multipurpose and easily available tree species. Economic return is the major concern for them. Such a situation may lead to further loss of tree species from the farmland. Some species such as Shorea robusta and Phyllanthus emblica, which were among the widely distributed in the beginning, are now about to be lost because of easy availability in nearby forest, slow growth rate and limited uses. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2150/1978
Title : Growth performance of Tectona grandis Linn F. between two thinning operations at Shankarnagar, western Terai, Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: THAPA, H.B., Author ; GAUTAM, S.K., Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 11-17 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Tectona grandis, growth, biomass, volume, rotation, thinning, Nepal Abstract: Tectona grandis plot was established on 7th July 1992 in 0.50 hectare at a spacing of 2.5m x 2.5m at Shankarnagar, Rupandehi district, in the western Terai of Nepal. Estimated average fresh wood production of 14.5 years old teak was found to be 226 kg (201 tons ha-1) before thinning and 125 kg (53 tons ha-1) in thinned trees and 318 kg (148 tons ha-1) for trees after thinning. Above ground green biomass was estimated to be 134 kg tree-1 (57 tons ha-1) for thinned trees, 240 kg tree-1 (214 tons ha-1) for trees before thinning and 337 kg tree-1 (157 tons ha-1) for trees after thinning. Prior to thinning, the mean over bark stem volume was 0.2313 m3. In thinning, 59 m3 per ha-1 volume was removed. The volume of standing trees before thinning at 14.5 years was 206 m3 ha-1. After thinning, per unit and mean basal area, biomass and over bark stem volume has been increased considerably during 7-years from 7.5 years to 14.5 years. Shankarnagar Community Forest User Group has earned NRs. 60,000.00 by selling thinned yield i.e. poles and fire wood Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2151/1979
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 11-17 p.[article] Growth performance of Tectona grandis Linn F. between two thinning operations at Shankarnagar, western Terai, Nepal [printed text] / THAPA, H.B., Author ; GAUTAM, S.K., Author . - 2007 . - 11-17 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 11-17 p.
Keywords: Tectona grandis, growth, biomass, volume, rotation, thinning, Nepal Abstract: Tectona grandis plot was established on 7th July 1992 in 0.50 hectare at a spacing of 2.5m x 2.5m at Shankarnagar, Rupandehi district, in the western Terai of Nepal. Estimated average fresh wood production of 14.5 years old teak was found to be 226 kg (201 tons ha-1) before thinning and 125 kg (53 tons ha-1) in thinned trees and 318 kg (148 tons ha-1) for trees after thinning. Above ground green biomass was estimated to be 134 kg tree-1 (57 tons ha-1) for thinned trees, 240 kg tree-1 (214 tons ha-1) for trees before thinning and 337 kg tree-1 (157 tons ha-1) for trees after thinning. Prior to thinning, the mean over bark stem volume was 0.2313 m3. In thinning, 59 m3 per ha-1 volume was removed. The volume of standing trees before thinning at 14.5 years was 206 m3 ha-1. After thinning, per unit and mean basal area, biomass and over bark stem volume has been increased considerably during 7-years from 7.5 years to 14.5 years. Shankarnagar Community Forest User Group has earned NRs. 60,000.00 by selling thinned yield i.e. poles and fire wood Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2151/1979
Title : Features and allometric relationships characterising trees on farmland – an example from Chainpur VDC, Chitwan Material Type: printed text Authors: H. Meilby, Author ; Lila Puri, Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 18-26 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: allometric models, farmer's tree species preferences, fodder species, lopping assessment, silhouettes Abstract: Trees on farmland are important sources of fodder, food and a range of wood products and improve local climate and the ecological quality of agricultural landscapes. In spite of this, little is known about the composition of farm tree populations, farmer's management and the resulting characteristics of the trees. In a case study in Chainpur VDC, Chitwan, all trees with diameter 3 2 cm 0.5 metres above ground were enumerated and mapped within 8.44 ha of farmland. The total number of trees was 898, corresponding to a density of 106 ha-1. The basal area 0.5 and 1.3 m above ground were 2.00 and 1.42 m2ha-1, respectively, and the total crown cover was 8.76%. The number of species recorded was 63, most of which were represented by only a few individuals. The most frequent species were Melia azedarach L. (Bakaino, 238 individuals), Bauhinia purpurea Wall. (Tanki, 111 individuals) and Ficus hispida L.f. (Khasreto, 87 individuals). Measurements of diameter and height of crown and stem were done for a sample comprising 81% of the trees. In addition, ocular assessment of the lopping intensity was carried out. Based on these observations, a set of allometric models relating stem diameter, tree height, crown width, crown length and lopping were developed and used for preparation of schematic tree silhouettes. Marked differences between tree species were observed with regard to crown shape and the effect of lopping on shape. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2152
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 18-26 p.[article] Features and allometric relationships characterising trees on farmland – an example from Chainpur VDC, Chitwan [printed text] / H. Meilby, Author ; Lila Puri, Author . - 2007 . - 18-26 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 18-26 p.
Keywords: allometric models, farmer's tree species preferences, fodder species, lopping assessment, silhouettes Abstract: Trees on farmland are important sources of fodder, food and a range of wood products and improve local climate and the ecological quality of agricultural landscapes. In spite of this, little is known about the composition of farm tree populations, farmer's management and the resulting characteristics of the trees. In a case study in Chainpur VDC, Chitwan, all trees with diameter 3 2 cm 0.5 metres above ground were enumerated and mapped within 8.44 ha of farmland. The total number of trees was 898, corresponding to a density of 106 ha-1. The basal area 0.5 and 1.3 m above ground were 2.00 and 1.42 m2ha-1, respectively, and the total crown cover was 8.76%. The number of species recorded was 63, most of which were represented by only a few individuals. The most frequent species were Melia azedarach L. (Bakaino, 238 individuals), Bauhinia purpurea Wall. (Tanki, 111 individuals) and Ficus hispida L.f. (Khasreto, 87 individuals). Measurements of diameter and height of crown and stem were done for a sample comprising 81% of the trees. In addition, ocular assessment of the lopping intensity was carried out. Based on these observations, a set of allometric models relating stem diameter, tree height, crown width, crown length and lopping were developed and used for preparation of schematic tree silhouettes. Marked differences between tree species were observed with regard to crown shape and the effect of lopping on shape. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2152
Title : Ecology and management issues of Mikania micrantha in Chitwan Naitonal Park, Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: SAPKOTA, LOKNATH, Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 27-39 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Invasive, Puccinia spegazzini, Mulching, Control, Threatening, Smothered. Abstract: Mikania micrantha, one of the worst invasive weeds in the world, is a plant of Neotropical origin and threatening to the ecosystem of most countries within the moist tropical zones of south east Asia. Three habitat types were taken to study the ecology and management issues of the weed. The study was conducted from October, 2006 to February, 2007 taking random sampling intensity of 0.3%, 0.03% and 0.0012% of the invaded area for tree, shrub and herb, respectively and plot size were 20*25m, 5*5m and 1*1m, accordingly. The riparian, edge, grassland with sparse tree and shrub, low canopy area of natural and afforested forest were found to be highly invaded by the weed. A total of 102 plant species were affected in various degrees by the weed. The highest invasion was found in Dalbegia sissoo tree in afforested land and the prevalent effect was observed in Bombax ceiba of below 17 cm DBH. Most of the trees of above 30 cm DBH were found to be low invasion. All the shrub species in invaded area were highly smothered and only some herbs like Ageratum conizoides, Aquisetum debile, Eragrostis unioloides, Diplazium esculentum and Tectoria macrodonta were observed to be exposed.
Co-evolved rust pathogen, Puccinia spegazzini has been reported to be able to control the weed. Managing grassland, the intensive and extensive production of NTFP in community forest, cutting of nutrients and moisture for climber and mulching on creeper of Mikania and introduction of parasite plant like Cuscuta reflexa have shown as appropriate measure to keep up the weed in acceptable level.Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2153/1981
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 27-39 p.[article] Ecology and management issues of Mikania micrantha in Chitwan Naitonal Park, Nepal [printed text] / SAPKOTA, LOKNATH, Author . - 2007 . - 27-39 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 27-39 p.
Keywords: Invasive, Puccinia spegazzini, Mulching, Control, Threatening, Smothered. Abstract: Mikania micrantha, one of the worst invasive weeds in the world, is a plant of Neotropical origin and threatening to the ecosystem of most countries within the moist tropical zones of south east Asia. Three habitat types were taken to study the ecology and management issues of the weed. The study was conducted from October, 2006 to February, 2007 taking random sampling intensity of 0.3%, 0.03% and 0.0012% of the invaded area for tree, shrub and herb, respectively and plot size were 20*25m, 5*5m and 1*1m, accordingly. The riparian, edge, grassland with sparse tree and shrub, low canopy area of natural and afforested forest were found to be highly invaded by the weed. A total of 102 plant species were affected in various degrees by the weed. The highest invasion was found in Dalbegia sissoo tree in afforested land and the prevalent effect was observed in Bombax ceiba of below 17 cm DBH. Most of the trees of above 30 cm DBH were found to be low invasion. All the shrub species in invaded area were highly smothered and only some herbs like Ageratum conizoides, Aquisetum debile, Eragrostis unioloides, Diplazium esculentum and Tectoria macrodonta were observed to be exposed.
Co-evolved rust pathogen, Puccinia spegazzini has been reported to be able to control the weed. Managing grassland, the intensive and extensive production of NTFP in community forest, cutting of nutrients and moisture for climber and mulching on creeper of Mikania and introduction of parasite plant like Cuscuta reflexa have shown as appropriate measure to keep up the weed in acceptable level.Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2153/1981
Title : Role of interpretation in management: a case study of the protected area system in Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: THAPA, B.B., Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 40-44 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Interpretation, Conservation education, parks and protected areas, park management, Nepal Abstract: Interpretation, as an educational activity along with enjoyment promised to increase awareness, appreciation and understanding of the protected areas. Though relatively new concept to Nepal it is widely used in western countries as a tool of park management. Closely related to environmental education or conservation education in our context it also helps to manage natural resources and human resources. This study describes the role of interpretation in park management examining the interpretation theory using Nepal as a case study. Questionnaire survey was used to obtain the data and the results indicate that there is strong relationship between interpretation and park management. All of the survey groups reported positive links with park management. This study identifies the problems existing and improvements to be made in the interpretive facilities, training and equipment in relation to protected area management in Nepal. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2154/1982
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 40-44 p.[article] Role of interpretation in management: a case study of the protected area system in Nepal [printed text] / THAPA, B.B., Author . - 2007 . - 40-44 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 40-44 p.
Keywords: Interpretation, Conservation education, parks and protected areas, park management, Nepal Abstract: Interpretation, as an educational activity along with enjoyment promised to increase awareness, appreciation and understanding of the protected areas. Though relatively new concept to Nepal it is widely used in western countries as a tool of park management. Closely related to environmental education or conservation education in our context it also helps to manage natural resources and human resources. This study describes the role of interpretation in park management examining the interpretation theory using Nepal as a case study. Questionnaire survey was used to obtain the data and the results indicate that there is strong relationship between interpretation and park management. All of the survey groups reported positive links with park management. This study identifies the problems existing and improvements to be made in the interpretive facilities, training and equipment in relation to protected area management in Nepal. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2154/1982
Title : Non-timber forest products from community forestry practices, problems and prospects for livelihood strategy in Jumla Material Type: printed text Authors: Mohan Paudel, Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 45-54 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: NTFPs, Livelihood, management, CFUGs Abstract: Jumla is highly rich in its vast and valuable Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFP) including different kinds of valuable medicinal and aromatic plants. However, in recent years, a significant decrease in availability of commercially traded NTFP species has been experienced. Nevertheless, some important initiatives have also been started to manage NTFPs in a sustainable basis. Community Forestry (CF) is one of these. This study aims to suggest practical and sustainable NTFPs management approach in Jumla analyzing existing roles in livelihood strategy. Study covers CFUGs in Eastern part of the district comprising about 70% CF area and contributes more than 60% of exported NTFPs. PRA and RRA tools were used for data collection in the field. NTFPs were found an integral part of the livelihood strategy in the district. More than 90% food deficit people (57%) were having income from NTFPs as a second source of food arrangement to sustain their livelihood. The average annual income from NTFPs per HH was 18,565. No significant correlation was observed between different social groups and income from NTFPs. But, male were found mostly involved in NTFPs collection comparing female. Beside some promising efforts towards control harvesting of NTFPs, no significant impact of CF was observed. Awareness level of the users and governance aspect of CFUGs were found very poor. There was huge gap between management objectives and management prescriptions of most of the community forests. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2155/1983
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 45-54 p.[article] Non-timber forest products from community forestry practices, problems and prospects for livelihood strategy in Jumla [printed text] / Mohan Paudel, Author . - 2007 . - 45-54 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 45-54 p.
Keywords: NTFPs, Livelihood, management, CFUGs Abstract: Jumla is highly rich in its vast and valuable Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFP) including different kinds of valuable medicinal and aromatic plants. However, in recent years, a significant decrease in availability of commercially traded NTFP species has been experienced. Nevertheless, some important initiatives have also been started to manage NTFPs in a sustainable basis. Community Forestry (CF) is one of these. This study aims to suggest practical and sustainable NTFPs management approach in Jumla analyzing existing roles in livelihood strategy. Study covers CFUGs in Eastern part of the district comprising about 70% CF area and contributes more than 60% of exported NTFPs. PRA and RRA tools were used for data collection in the field. NTFPs were found an integral part of the livelihood strategy in the district. More than 90% food deficit people (57%) were having income from NTFPs as a second source of food arrangement to sustain their livelihood. The average annual income from NTFPs per HH was 18,565. No significant correlation was observed between different social groups and income from NTFPs. But, male were found mostly involved in NTFPs collection comparing female. Beside some promising efforts towards control harvesting of NTFPs, no significant impact of CF was observed. Awareness level of the users and governance aspect of CFUGs were found very poor. There was huge gap between management objectives and management prescriptions of most of the community forests. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2155/1983
Title : Generation and utilization of community fund in small-scale community forest management in the Terai region of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: Maheshwar Dhakal, Author ; Misa Masuda, Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 55-61 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Keywords: community forestry, fund, Terai, Nepal Abstract: It has been widely recognized that constantly increasing community fund is one of the indicators of successful implementation of community forestry program in Nepal. However, a very few people know how the fund is collected under the program and it has been utilized so far. The paper is based on the generation and utilization of community fund of two-community forests in the Terai region. The community forests of the region have collected large amount of community fund annually from the sale of forest products and non-forestry sources as well. The study revealed that along with community fund increasing, office operation cost has been constantly increasing while utilizing the fund, whereas promotion of forest management and community development costs are essential for long-term sustainability of the program. Therefore, the study concluded that only the minimization of office operation cost could increase the forest management and community development costs based on the principle of trade-off, which is crucial to keep the people intact in community forestry program and its long-term sustainability. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2156/1984
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 55-61 p.[article] Generation and utilization of community fund in small-scale community forest management in the Terai region of Nepal [printed text] / Maheshwar Dhakal, Author ; Misa Masuda, Author . - 2007 . - 55-61 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 55-61 p.
Keywords: Keywords: community forestry, fund, Terai, Nepal Abstract: It has been widely recognized that constantly increasing community fund is one of the indicators of successful implementation of community forestry program in Nepal. However, a very few people know how the fund is collected under the program and it has been utilized so far. The paper is based on the generation and utilization of community fund of two-community forests in the Terai region. The community forests of the region have collected large amount of community fund annually from the sale of forest products and non-forestry sources as well. The study revealed that along with community fund increasing, office operation cost has been constantly increasing while utilizing the fund, whereas promotion of forest management and community development costs are essential for long-term sustainability of the program. Therefore, the study concluded that only the minimization of office operation cost could increase the forest management and community development costs based on the principle of trade-off, which is crucial to keep the people intact in community forestry program and its long-term sustainability. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2156/1984
Title : Function of organic matter (green manure) and the effect on soil properties Material Type: printed text Authors: Geeta Shrestha Vaidya, Author ; SHRESTHA, K., Author ; H. Wallander, Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 62-69 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Organic matters (Lantana camara), arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, Leuceania diversifolia and Chalnakhel Abstract: Trees and shrubs on the lower hillsides in Nepal form symbiosis with arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi and these fungi are important for the uptake of mineral nutrients from the soil and the mycelia formed by the fungi have an important function in stabilizing the soil (Wright and Upadhyaya 1998, Shrestha 1999 and Shrestha Vaidya et.al 2005a). The success of plantations of these eroded slopes is therefore highly dependent on the extent of mycorrhizal colonization of the plants.
In this study we have investigated the role organic matter on growth of an arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi in eroded slopes in Nepal such as Chalnakhel, Kathmandu District. Different types of organic matter (leaves of Thitonia diversifolia, Eupatorium adenophorum and Lantana camara) were collected and were shade dried and finally powedered. Nutrient analysis was done of these organic matter and soil of experimental site before plantation and after harvest. Lantana camara was taken for plantation on their nutrient content basis. 100 nursery plants Leuceania diversifolia plantation were done in Chalnakhel . Among these 50 plants with Lantana camara and 50 plants were for control. We investigated the influence of organic matter or P amendments on production of arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi in eroded slopes in Nepal. Organic matter addition enhanced the production of AM fungal biomass as well as number of AM spores. We suggest that the positive influence of such organic matter additions can make an important contribution to plant survival in plantations of eroded slopes in Nepal, and thus to restoration success.Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2157/1985
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 62-69 p.[article] Function of organic matter (green manure) and the effect on soil properties [printed text] / Geeta Shrestha Vaidya, Author ; SHRESTHA, K., Author ; H. Wallander, Author . - 2007 . - 62-69 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 62-69 p.
Keywords: Organic matters (Lantana camara), arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, Leuceania diversifolia and Chalnakhel Abstract: Trees and shrubs on the lower hillsides in Nepal form symbiosis with arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi and these fungi are important for the uptake of mineral nutrients from the soil and the mycelia formed by the fungi have an important function in stabilizing the soil (Wright and Upadhyaya 1998, Shrestha 1999 and Shrestha Vaidya et.al 2005a). The success of plantations of these eroded slopes is therefore highly dependent on the extent of mycorrhizal colonization of the plants.
In this study we have investigated the role organic matter on growth of an arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi in eroded slopes in Nepal such as Chalnakhel, Kathmandu District. Different types of organic matter (leaves of Thitonia diversifolia, Eupatorium adenophorum and Lantana camara) were collected and were shade dried and finally powedered. Nutrient analysis was done of these organic matter and soil of experimental site before plantation and after harvest. Lantana camara was taken for plantation on their nutrient content basis. 100 nursery plants Leuceania diversifolia plantation were done in Chalnakhel . Among these 50 plants with Lantana camara and 50 plants were for control. We investigated the influence of organic matter or P amendments on production of arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi in eroded slopes in Nepal. Organic matter addition enhanced the production of AM fungal biomass as well as number of AM spores. We suggest that the positive influence of such organic matter additions can make an important contribution to plant survival in plantations of eroded slopes in Nepal, and thus to restoration success.Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2157/1985
Title : Volume equation for Populus deltoides plantation in western Terai of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: THAPA, H.B., Author ; ADEYOJU, S.K., Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 70-73 p. General note: Short note. Languages : English (eng) Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2158/1986
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 70-73 p.[article] Volume equation for Populus deltoides plantation in western Terai of Nepal [printed text] / THAPA, H.B., Author ; ADEYOJU, S.K., Author . - 2007 . - 70-73 p.
Short note.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 2 (July - December 2007) . - 70-73 p.
Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/2158/1986
