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Period included : January - June 2007
Published date : 02/28/2007 |
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Add the result to your basketDwindling Rhino Population in Nepal: National Concern in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal, 17 : 1 (January - June 2007)
Title : Dwindling Rhino Population in Nepal: National Concern 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/652/617
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 1-2 p.[article] Dwindling Rhino Population in Nepal: National Concern [printed text] . - 2007 . - 1-2 p.
Editorial
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 1-2 p.
Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/652/617
Title : Livelihoods and Forestry Program, Myagdi contribution to poverty reduction Material Type: printed text Authors: ACHARYA, K.P., Author ; S. Acharya, Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 3-10 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: community forestry, enterprises, wood, poverty, Nepal Abstract: Nepal is promoting community-based forest management approach known as Community Forestry (CF) as a promising option to reduce environmental degradation and to fulfill the demands of basic forestry products of rural people. There are emerging concerns that whether community forestry can be used effectively to generate income and employment to help improve the livelihoods of the poor.
The paper is based on furniture and agricultural implements production enterprises from Parbat and Myagdi districts of western mid hills of Nepal. The furniture enterprise has earned USD 10,000 and the agricultural implement enterprise has earned USD 2000 during the past two years. The paper presents the process and approaches, production and market characteristics, present status and future prospects, role of development agencies and service providers, socio-economic impacts, lesson learned and policy implications from these case studies. The paper discusses that forest management should not be considered in isolation but should be linked with existing livelihoods opportunities and farming systems promoting the use of local materials and focused to provide employment to poor and vulnerable group.Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/653/618
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 3-10 p.[article] Livelihoods and Forestry Program, Myagdi contribution to poverty reduction [printed text] / ACHARYA, K.P., Author ; S. Acharya, Author . - 2007 . - 3-10 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 3-10 p.
Keywords: community forestry, enterprises, wood, poverty, Nepal Abstract: Nepal is promoting community-based forest management approach known as Community Forestry (CF) as a promising option to reduce environmental degradation and to fulfill the demands of basic forestry products of rural people. There are emerging concerns that whether community forestry can be used effectively to generate income and employment to help improve the livelihoods of the poor.
The paper is based on furniture and agricultural implements production enterprises from Parbat and Myagdi districts of western mid hills of Nepal. The furniture enterprise has earned USD 10,000 and the agricultural implement enterprise has earned USD 2000 during the past two years. The paper presents the process and approaches, production and market characteristics, present status and future prospects, role of development agencies and service providers, socio-economic impacts, lesson learned and policy implications from these case studies. The paper discusses that forest management should not be considered in isolation but should be linked with existing livelihoods opportunities and farming systems promoting the use of local materials and focused to provide employment to poor and vulnerable group.Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/653/618
Title : Effects of forest certification towards sustainable community forestry in Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: Kandel (Pem N.), Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 11-16 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Sustainable forest management, certification, community forestry Abstract: In early 2005, 10,045 ha Community Forests (CFs) were certified in Bajhang and Dolakha districts of Nepal by using the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification scheme. After two years of forest certification, subsequent questions are being asked such as: What benefits have certification brought for the Forest Users Groups (FUGs)? What tangible differences are there in forest management system because of forest certification? and What lessons have been learnt from the certified forests? In an attempt to answer these questions, a study was carried out in April 2007 in Dolakha district where 11 (2,182 ha) community managed forests were certified in 2005. On the basis of field study from two certified forests (Vitteripakha and Suspa) of the district, this paper analyzes the effects of forest certification and its implications for enhancing Sustainable Community Forestry (SCF) in Nepal. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/654/619
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 11-16 p.[article] Effects of forest certification towards sustainable community forestry in Nepal [printed text] / Kandel (Pem N.), Author . - 2007 . - 11-16 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 11-16 p.
Keywords: Sustainable forest management, certification, community forestry Abstract: In early 2005, 10,045 ha Community Forests (CFs) were certified in Bajhang and Dolakha districts of Nepal by using the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification scheme. After two years of forest certification, subsequent questions are being asked such as: What benefits have certification brought for the Forest Users Groups (FUGs)? What tangible differences are there in forest management system because of forest certification? and What lessons have been learnt from the certified forests? In an attempt to answer these questions, a study was carried out in April 2007 in Dolakha district where 11 (2,182 ha) community managed forests were certified in 2005. On the basis of field study from two certified forests (Vitteripakha and Suspa) of the district, this paper analyzes the effects of forest certification and its implications for enhancing Sustainable Community Forestry (SCF) in Nepal. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/654/619
Title : Good governance in natural resource management: a case study from Dolpa district, Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: Ripu M. Kunwar, Author ; Rudriksha Rai Parajuli, Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 17-24 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Good governance, natural resource management, participation, livelihood, Dolpa Abstract: Present paper analyses good governance practices of community based organizations of Dolpa district in management of natural resources. Adequate participation, fund mobilization for livelihood diversification and transparent & accountable financial transactions were efficient proponents. However, participatory monitoring, post formation supports and incentives for income generation and entrepreneurship were imperative for sustainable natural resource management and livelihoods which are possible through clarifying resources, roles, responsibilities, rules and rights among stakeholders. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/655/620
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 17-24 p.[article] Good governance in natural resource management: a case study from Dolpa district, Nepal [printed text] / Ripu M. Kunwar, Author ; Rudriksha Rai Parajuli, Author . - 2007 . - 17-24 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 17-24 p.
Keywords: Good governance, natural resource management, participation, livelihood, Dolpa Abstract: Present paper analyses good governance practices of community based organizations of Dolpa district in management of natural resources. Adequate participation, fund mobilization for livelihood diversification and transparent & accountable financial transactions were efficient proponents. However, participatory monitoring, post formation supports and incentives for income generation and entrepreneurship were imperative for sustainable natural resource management and livelihoods which are possible through clarifying resources, roles, responsibilities, rules and rights among stakeholders. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/655/620
Title : Effects of grazing on plant species diversity and above ground biomass in a Trans- Himalayan Rangeland Material Type: printed text Authors: Anita Pokharel, Author ; Madhu Chhetri, Author ; UPADHYAYA, C.P., Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 25-31 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Biomass, diversity, grazing effect, rangeland, species Abstract: Limited information is available on the species composition, above ground biomass and its relations to grazing in a trans-Himalayan rangeland. Its assessment is essential for long term conservation and management. In the present study, we compared species composition, phenology, diversity index and biomass between controlled (without grazing) and open (free grazing) plots to assess the effects of grazing in the selected experimental sites of Upper Mustang during July and November 2005. Species encountered were classified as high, medium, low and non palatable and in three life form categories-grasses, shrubs and forbs. The experimental sites are dominated by forbs (80%) followed by grasses (15%) and shrubs (5%). Disturbance caused by grazing affects the phenological characteristics of the plant community. Result also reveals that species diversity, maximum possible diversity, evenness and species richness was higher in the grazed plots during July and November. A comparison of the aboveground biomass in July showed that mean percentage biomass of high, medium and low palatable species is higher in ungrazed plots. In November, the percentage biomass of only medium palatable species was higher in ungrazed plots and rest of the category is higher in grazed plots. Significant difference in July, a peak growing seasons for most of the plant species in the region reveals that the pasture has impact of livestock grazing. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/656/621
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 25-31 p.[article] Effects of grazing on plant species diversity and above ground biomass in a Trans- Himalayan Rangeland [printed text] / Anita Pokharel, Author ; Madhu Chhetri, Author ; UPADHYAYA, C.P., Author . - 2007 . - 25-31 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 25-31 p.
Keywords: Biomass, diversity, grazing effect, rangeland, species Abstract: Limited information is available on the species composition, above ground biomass and its relations to grazing in a trans-Himalayan rangeland. Its assessment is essential for long term conservation and management. In the present study, we compared species composition, phenology, diversity index and biomass between controlled (without grazing) and open (free grazing) plots to assess the effects of grazing in the selected experimental sites of Upper Mustang during July and November 2005. Species encountered were classified as high, medium, low and non palatable and in three life form categories-grasses, shrubs and forbs. The experimental sites are dominated by forbs (80%) followed by grasses (15%) and shrubs (5%). Disturbance caused by grazing affects the phenological characteristics of the plant community. Result also reveals that species diversity, maximum possible diversity, evenness and species richness was higher in the grazed plots during July and November. A comparison of the aboveground biomass in July showed that mean percentage biomass of high, medium and low palatable species is higher in ungrazed plots. In November, the percentage biomass of only medium palatable species was higher in ungrazed plots and rest of the category is higher in grazed plots. Significant difference in July, a peak growing seasons for most of the plant species in the region reveals that the pasture has impact of livestock grazing. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/656/621
Title : Evaluating collaborative management of forest from Rangapur CFM, Rautahat Material Type: printed text Authors: Mohan Paudel, Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 32-38 p. Languages : English (eng) Abstract: Collaborative Forest Management (CFM) is the youngest forestry program implemented so far in Nepal focusing on sustainable management of the Nepal’s productive Terai forest. It has been defined as working partnership between the key stakeholders in the management of the given forest. CFM aims to manage the Terai forest through involvement of the local people in decision making, implementation, benefit sharing and monitoring along with local government bodies (DDC, VDC) and national forest authority (DFO). Rangapur is one of the three pilot CFM sites comprising 1472 ha forest with 22 VDCs and a Municipality as command-area in Rautahat district of Nepal. Despite several promising impacts, some weaknesses and threats of CFM have also been realized within its two years of implementation in Rangapur. This paper assesses and evaluates major achievements, strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities of CFM hoping useful towards sustainability. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/657/622
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 32-38 p.[article] Evaluating collaborative management of forest from Rangapur CFM, Rautahat [printed text] / Mohan Paudel, Author . - 2007 . - 32-38 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 32-38 p.
Abstract: Collaborative Forest Management (CFM) is the youngest forestry program implemented so far in Nepal focusing on sustainable management of the Nepal’s productive Terai forest. It has been defined as working partnership between the key stakeholders in the management of the given forest. CFM aims to manage the Terai forest through involvement of the local people in decision making, implementation, benefit sharing and monitoring along with local government bodies (DDC, VDC) and national forest authority (DFO). Rangapur is one of the three pilot CFM sites comprising 1472 ha forest with 22 VDCs and a Municipality as command-area in Rautahat district of Nepal. Despite several promising impacts, some weaknesses and threats of CFM have also been realized within its two years of implementation in Rangapur. This paper assesses and evaluates major achievements, strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities of CFM hoping useful towards sustainability. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/657/622
Title : A brief appraisal of existing main environmental issues in Nepal and potential intervention to solve the perceived problems Material Type: printed text Authors: JHA, S.G., Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 39-45 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Environment, pollution, measures, forest, degradation, soil, instrument Abstract: In Nepal, various developmental activities have created a number of environmental problems such as loss of forest, forest degradation, soil erosion, air pollution, water pollution and unmanaged solid-waste. It is imperative that environmental consideration and its management in development planning play a crucial role in enabling and sustaining poverty reduction. To overcome environmental problems, the Government, NGOs, & INGOs have successfully applied and stressed for potential intervention through policy and legislative measures and various economic instruments. This paper highlights briefly the present main environmental issues in Nepal, and stresses the potential intervention through various measures to mitigate the perceived environmental problems. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/658/623
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 39-45 p.[article] A brief appraisal of existing main environmental issues in Nepal and potential intervention to solve the perceived problems [printed text] / JHA, S.G., Author . - 2007 . - 39-45 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 39-45 p.
Keywords: Environment, pollution, measures, forest, degradation, soil, instrument Abstract: In Nepal, various developmental activities have created a number of environmental problems such as loss of forest, forest degradation, soil erosion, air pollution, water pollution and unmanaged solid-waste. It is imperative that environmental consideration and its management in development planning play a crucial role in enabling and sustaining poverty reduction. To overcome environmental problems, the Government, NGOs, & INGOs have successfully applied and stressed for potential intervention through policy and legislative measures and various economic instruments. This paper highlights briefly the present main environmental issues in Nepal, and stresses the potential intervention through various measures to mitigate the perceived environmental problems. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/658/623
Title : Larger forests into fewer hands: how equitable is Community forestry in Nepal? Material Type: printed text Authors: SHARMA, ANUJA RAJ, Author Publication Date: 2007 Article on page: 46-48 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Gini coefficient, inequality, community forests, household Abstract: This paper assesses the much talked equity aspect in community forestry. There is an increasing concern regarding the hand over of community forests without any threshold for per household forest area. Using Gini coefficient as a measure of inequality, this paper concludes that there is high inequality in the hand over of community forests to the beneficiary households. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/659
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 46-48 p.[article] Larger forests into fewer hands: how equitable is Community forestry in Nepal? [printed text] / SHARMA, ANUJA RAJ, Author . - 2007 . - 46-48 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 17 : 1 (January - June 2007) . - 46-48 p.
Keywords: Gini coefficient, inequality, community forests, household Abstract: This paper assesses the much talked equity aspect in community forestry. There is an increasing concern regarding the hand over of community forests without any threshold for per household forest area. Using Gini coefficient as a measure of inequality, this paper concludes that there is high inequality in the hand over of community forests to the beneficiary households. Link for e-copy: http://www.nepjol.info/index.php/BANKO/article/view/659
