|
Period included : July - December 2005
Published date : 11/30/2005 |
Available articles
Add the result to your basketAssessment of fodder yield from Artocarpus lakoocha and Bauhinia purpurea) tree planting in community forests in the western midhills of Nepal / S.K. Baral in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal, 15 : 2 (July - December 2005)
Title : Assessment of fodder yield from Artocarpus lakoocha and Bauhinia purpurea) tree planting in community forests in the western midhills of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: S.K. Baral, Author ; SHAKYA, R., Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 3-5 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Artocarpus lakoocha, Bahunia purpurea, fodder, plantation, community forest, yield Abstract: This experiment assessed the yield and growth performance of the fodder tree planting in the community forest focusing on Artocarpus lakoocha, Bahunia purpurea. Major variables analyzing the yield and growth of the species such as dbh, height, green weight of the foliage was measured. After analyzing the data, Artocarpus lakoocha was found to be good yielding and growth performing species as compared to Bahunia purpurea. Preliminary result shows that yield of the both the species is significantly correlated with dbh and height. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=153&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 3-5 p.[article] Assessment of fodder yield from Artocarpus lakoocha and Bauhinia purpurea) tree planting in community forests in the western midhills of Nepal [printed text] / S.K. Baral, Author ; SHAKYA, R., Author . - 2005 . - 3-5 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 3-5 p.
Keywords: Artocarpus lakoocha, Bahunia purpurea, fodder, plantation, community forest, yield Abstract: This experiment assessed the yield and growth performance of the fodder tree planting in the community forest focusing on Artocarpus lakoocha, Bahunia purpurea. Major variables analyzing the yield and growth of the species such as dbh, height, green weight of the foliage was measured. After analyzing the data, Artocarpus lakoocha was found to be good yielding and growth performing species as compared to Bahunia purpurea. Preliminary result shows that yield of the both the species is significantly correlated with dbh and height. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=153&k=
Title : Growth performance of Tectona grandis in the western Terai of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: THAPA, H.B., Author ; GAUTAM, S.K., Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 6-12 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Tectona grandis, growth, biomass, volume, rotation, thinning, Nepal Abstract: Assessment of growth, biomass and volume of Tectona grandis (teak) was done at a 13-year old plantation established at Shankarnagar, Rupandehi district. Operations such as prunning, prunning and singling, and thinning were carried out at 4, 7.5 and 8.5 years respectively. Diameter increment was 2.3 cm within one year of thinning. Estimated average fresh wood production was 58.8 kg (87.6 tons ha-1) and 29.6 kg (16.1 tons ha-1) in thinned trees and 75.5 kg (71.4 tons ha-1) for trees after thinning. Likewise green leaf production was 5.1 kg tree-1 (7.5 tons ha-1). Above ground green biomass was 32.6 kg tree-1 (17.7 tons ha-1) for thinned trees, 63.9 kg tree-1 (95.1 tons ha-1) for trees before thinning and 81.9 kg tree-1 (77.2 tons ha-1) for trees after thinning. The mean over bark stem volume was 0.0707 m3. In thinning, 21 m3 per ha-1 volume was removed. The volume of standing trees before thinning at 7.5 years was 105.2 m3 ha-1. After thinning, per unit and mean basal area, biomass and over bark stem volume has increased considerably during 4-years from 7.5 years to 11.5 years. This rotation period could be applied for future plantations and already established teak plantations on good sites in the Terai / Inner Terai of Nepal to supply the wood for veneer and small timbers. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=154&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 6-12 p.[article] Growth performance of Tectona grandis in the western Terai of Nepal [printed text] / THAPA, H.B., Author ; GAUTAM, S.K., Author . - 2005 . - 6-12 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 6-12 p.
Keywords: Tectona grandis, growth, biomass, volume, rotation, thinning, Nepal Abstract: Assessment of growth, biomass and volume of Tectona grandis (teak) was done at a 13-year old plantation established at Shankarnagar, Rupandehi district. Operations such as prunning, prunning and singling, and thinning were carried out at 4, 7.5 and 8.5 years respectively. Diameter increment was 2.3 cm within one year of thinning. Estimated average fresh wood production was 58.8 kg (87.6 tons ha-1) and 29.6 kg (16.1 tons ha-1) in thinned trees and 75.5 kg (71.4 tons ha-1) for trees after thinning. Likewise green leaf production was 5.1 kg tree-1 (7.5 tons ha-1). Above ground green biomass was 32.6 kg tree-1 (17.7 tons ha-1) for thinned trees, 63.9 kg tree-1 (95.1 tons ha-1) for trees before thinning and 81.9 kg tree-1 (77.2 tons ha-1) for trees after thinning. The mean over bark stem volume was 0.0707 m3. In thinning, 21 m3 per ha-1 volume was removed. The volume of standing trees before thinning at 7.5 years was 105.2 m3 ha-1. After thinning, per unit and mean basal area, biomass and over bark stem volume has increased considerably during 4-years from 7.5 years to 11.5 years. This rotation period could be applied for future plantations and already established teak plantations on good sites in the Terai / Inner Terai of Nepal to supply the wood for veneer and small timbers. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=154&k=
Title : Ethnoecology of natural environment in trans-himalayan region of west Nepa Material Type: printed text Authors: ROKAYA, MAAN B., Author ; M. R. Shrestha, Author ; S. K. Ghimire, Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 33-38p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Ethnobotany Indigenous knowledge Folk nomenclature classification Abstract: The present study was conducted during a period of two years from 2001 to 2003 in trans-Himalayan region from Mustang to Dolpa region of west Nepal. The indigenous people were found to be rich in ethnoecological knowledge regarding environment and plant resources. The locals catagorised six types of ecological land patterns such as Nakri (forest land), Penhri or pangri or Thakri or dakri (land pattern), Sim (marshy place or wetland), Lung (agricultural land) and Khangri (Snowy land). The people also had the knowledge of plants in population level and species level and had their own way of classifying them on the basis of different criteria like presence or absence of flower, habit, habitat, morphology, etc. x Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=155&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 33-38p.[article] Ethnoecology of natural environment in trans-himalayan region of west Nepa [printed text] / ROKAYA, MAAN B., Author ; M. R. Shrestha, Author ; S. K. Ghimire, Author . - 2005 . - 33-38p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 33-38p.
Keywords: Ethnobotany Indigenous knowledge Folk nomenclature classification Abstract: The present study was conducted during a period of two years from 2001 to 2003 in trans-Himalayan region from Mustang to Dolpa region of west Nepal. The indigenous people were found to be rich in ethnoecological knowledge regarding environment and plant resources. The locals catagorised six types of ecological land patterns such as Nakri (forest land), Penhri or pangri or Thakri or dakri (land pattern), Sim (marshy place or wetland), Lung (agricultural land) and Khangri (Snowy land). The people also had the knowledge of plants in population level and species level and had their own way of classifying them on the basis of different criteria like presence or absence of flower, habit, habitat, morphology, etc. x Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=155&k=
Title : Local factors influence herbaceous species diversity in macro scale Material Type: printed text Authors: BHATTARAI, K.R., Author ; O. R. Vetaas, Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 26-32p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Nepalese alder vs Uttis, height, diameter, biomass, Pakhribas. Abstract: A long-term growth monitoring experiment on Uttis (Alnus nepalensis) was conducted in the permanent sample plots of the Agricultural Research Station (ARS) Pakhribas, Dhankuta for 10 years (1992-2001). The average annual increment was diameter at breast height 2.14 cm in 8th year, and was 0.13 cm at 16th year of planting. The trees grew 44 cm to 130 cm per year irrespective of the age. The highest growth rate correspondend with higher rainfall during summer (March-April). Estimated biomass of stem and branches increased by 2-2.5 times within the 10 years period. Thinning and felling every year indicated need for timely management of the plantation to provide better growing environment. The data would be useful for growth modelling and proper management of Uttis plantation in Nepal . Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=156&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 26-32p.[article] Local factors influence herbaceous species diversity in macro scale [printed text] / BHATTARAI, K.R., Author ; O. R. Vetaas, Author . - 2005 . - 26-32p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 26-32p.
Keywords: Nepalese alder vs Uttis, height, diameter, biomass, Pakhribas. Abstract: A long-term growth monitoring experiment on Uttis (Alnus nepalensis) was conducted in the permanent sample plots of the Agricultural Research Station (ARS) Pakhribas, Dhankuta for 10 years (1992-2001). The average annual increment was diameter at breast height 2.14 cm in 8th year, and was 0.13 cm at 16th year of planting. The trees grew 44 cm to 130 cm per year irrespective of the age. The highest growth rate correspondend with higher rainfall during summer (March-April). Estimated biomass of stem and branches increased by 2-2.5 times within the 10 years period. Thinning and felling every year indicated need for timely management of the plantation to provide better growing environment. The data would be useful for growth modelling and proper management of Uttis plantation in Nepal . Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=156&k=
Title : Lok Vanaki - a recent innovative approach for managing private forestry in Madhya Pradesh, India Material Type: printed text Authors: BHATTACHARYA, AJOY KUMAR, Author ; Bijendra Basnyat, Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 39-42p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Private forestry, Forest acts, Management plan, MP, India. Abstract: This paper highlights on Lok Vanaki (private forestry) scheme, an innovative and decentralized approach for managing private forestry of Madhya Pradesh (MP) and examines on policy provisions, implementation status and explore on issues associated with its implementation. This scheme was launched in Madhya Pradesh in April 1999 for promoting multi-tier scientific management of neglected and degrading forests on private holdings. The State Government has taken adequate measures to provide sufficient legal support to the whole initiative. Lok vanaki has not only helped on conservation and development of private forestry but also in socio-economic upliftment of people. It has also contributed in reducing the unemployment rate of the country concept through the charter foresters, who are fully authorized for preparation, implementation and monitoring of the plan. Efforts are underway to make the programme successful through political commitment. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=157&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 39-42p.[article] Lok Vanaki - a recent innovative approach for managing private forestry in Madhya Pradesh, India [printed text] / BHATTACHARYA, AJOY KUMAR, Author ; Bijendra Basnyat, Author . - 2005 . - 39-42p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 39-42p.
Keywords: Private forestry, Forest acts, Management plan, MP, India. Abstract: This paper highlights on Lok Vanaki (private forestry) scheme, an innovative and decentralized approach for managing private forestry of Madhya Pradesh (MP) and examines on policy provisions, implementation status and explore on issues associated with its implementation. This scheme was launched in Madhya Pradesh in April 1999 for promoting multi-tier scientific management of neglected and degrading forests on private holdings. The State Government has taken adequate measures to provide sufficient legal support to the whole initiative. Lok vanaki has not only helped on conservation and development of private forestry but also in socio-economic upliftment of people. It has also contributed in reducing the unemployment rate of the country concept through the charter foresters, who are fully authorized for preparation, implementation and monitoring of the plan. Efforts are underway to make the programme successful through political commitment. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=157&k=
Title : Folk use of plant resource at Madi valley of Chitwan District, Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: B. K. Bishowkarma, Author ; C. K. Kinsey, Author ; Dharma Raj Dangol, Author ; P. Chaudhary, Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 43-48p. Languages : English (eng) Abstract: Abstract
The purpose of this study was to compare the use of the forest plant resources and folk nomenclature in the two communities of the Madi valley a Chitwan District. The information was collected during 2001 from 83 households in Chirauli and 57 households in Dhikurbari using semi-structured questionnaires. The folk nomenclature and relative importance of the plant species for medicine, firewood, fodder and timber differ in the two communities were recorded. A total of 128 species were reported in use by both communities, out of which 64 were common to both communities. The plant species used only in Chirauli accounted for 44 and that in Dhikurbari are 20. Tharu community of Chirauli reported higher number of plant species for medicinal, fodder and forage, fuel wood and timber than that of migrated people of Dhikurbari.Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=158&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 43-48p.[article] Folk use of plant resource at Madi valley of Chitwan District, Nepal [printed text] / B. K. Bishowkarma, Author ; C. K. Kinsey, Author ; Dharma Raj Dangol, Author ; P. Chaudhary, Author . - 2005 . - 43-48p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 43-48p.
Abstract: Abstract
The purpose of this study was to compare the use of the forest plant resources and folk nomenclature in the two communities of the Madi valley a Chitwan District. The information was collected during 2001 from 83 households in Chirauli and 57 households in Dhikurbari using semi-structured questionnaires. The folk nomenclature and relative importance of the plant species for medicine, firewood, fodder and timber differ in the two communities were recorded. A total of 128 species were reported in use by both communities, out of which 64 were common to both communities. The plant species used only in Chirauli accounted for 44 and that in Dhikurbari are 20. Tharu community of Chirauli reported higher number of plant species for medicinal, fodder and forage, fuel wood and timber than that of migrated people of Dhikurbari.Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=158&k=
Title : Biomass estimation of Bambusa nutans subspecies cupulata grown at Eastern Terai, Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: OlI, B.N., Author ; Kandel (C .M.), Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 22-25p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Biomass, bamboo, Bambusa nutans subspecies cupulata, Nepal Abstract: With a view to prepare biomass table of Bambusa nutans subspecies cupulata grown at Belbari, Morang district of Eastern Terai, a total of 150 culms were selected from nintyeight clumps. Measurements of Diameter at 15 cm of the base (D15), vertical height of the culm and green weight of the culm, branches and foliage were taken in the field. The sampled green weight was oven dried in Kathmandu. To estimate the biomass, regression model was developed on the basis of oven dry and green weight. The model used was W = a + b * (D2L). Based on the oven dry weight, the R2 values obtained for culm, branch and foliage components were 90, 82 and 73 per cent respectively. Similarly, R2 values for culm and foliage components on the basis of green weight were 90 and 73 per cent respectively. The R2 values obtained for branch and foliage components were slightly lower as compared to the culm. The validity is to be done before applying this equation to different site conditions. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=159&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 22-25p.[article] Biomass estimation of Bambusa nutans subspecies cupulata grown at Eastern Terai, Nepal [printed text] / OlI, B.N., Author ; Kandel (C .M.), Author . - 2005 . - 22-25p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 22-25p.
Keywords: Biomass, bamboo, Bambusa nutans subspecies cupulata, Nepal Abstract: With a view to prepare biomass table of Bambusa nutans subspecies cupulata grown at Belbari, Morang district of Eastern Terai, a total of 150 culms were selected from nintyeight clumps. Measurements of Diameter at 15 cm of the base (D15), vertical height of the culm and green weight of the culm, branches and foliage were taken in the field. The sampled green weight was oven dried in Kathmandu. To estimate the biomass, regression model was developed on the basis of oven dry and green weight. The model used was W = a + b * (D2L). Based on the oven dry weight, the R2 values obtained for culm, branch and foliage components were 90, 82 and 73 per cent respectively. Similarly, R2 values for culm and foliage components on the basis of green weight were 90 and 73 per cent respectively. The R2 values obtained for branch and foliage components were slightly lower as compared to the culm. The validity is to be done before applying this equation to different site conditions. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=159&k=
Title : Indigenous use of mistletoes in tropical and temperate region of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: Ripu M. Kunwar, Author ; N, Adhikari, Author ; M. P. Devkota, Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 49-53p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Indigenous use, mistletoes, Nepal. Abstract: Eleven species of mistletoes are widely used by different ethnic groups of Nepal for various purposes. The local people of the present study areas (one each at tropical and temperate region) were found using eight species of mistletoes for food, fodder and medicine. Noticeable use of the mistletoes is for healing bone fractures, dislocation and sprain. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=160&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 49-53p.[article] Indigenous use of mistletoes in tropical and temperate region of Nepal [printed text] / Ripu M. Kunwar, Author ; N, Adhikari, Author ; M. P. Devkota, Author . - 2005 . - 49-53p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 49-53p.
Keywords: Indigenous use, mistletoes, Nepal. Abstract: Eleven species of mistletoes are widely used by different ethnic groups of Nepal for various purposes. The local people of the present study areas (one each at tropical and temperate region) were found using eight species of mistletoes for food, fodder and medicine. Noticeable use of the mistletoes is for healing bone fractures, dislocation and sprain. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=160&k=
Title : Socio-economic impacts of community based forest enterprises in mid hills of Nepal-Case Study from Dolakha district Material Type: printed text Authors: ACHARYA, RAM PRASAD, Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 54-58p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Community based forest enterprises, Gender and equity, Benefit sharing, Decision making, Resource management Abstract: This paper endeavors to assess the socio-economic impact of FUG members affiliated with three Community Based Forest Enterprises (CBFEs) in Dolakha district. Important socio-economic variables, especially household income, gender and equity, decision making process, benefit sharing and resource management were analyzed. The study concludes that the CBFEs have created a positive impact on the socio-economic aspects of rural populace. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=161&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 54-58p.[article] Socio-economic impacts of community based forest enterprises in mid hills of Nepal-Case Study from Dolakha district [printed text] / ACHARYA, RAM PRASAD, Author . - 2005 . - 54-58p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 54-58p.
Keywords: Community based forest enterprises, Gender and equity, Benefit sharing, Decision making, Resource management Abstract: This paper endeavors to assess the socio-economic impact of FUG members affiliated with three Community Based Forest Enterprises (CBFEs) in Dolakha district. Important socio-economic variables, especially household income, gender and equity, decision making process, benefit sharing and resource management were analyzed. The study concludes that the CBFEs have created a positive impact on the socio-economic aspects of rural populace. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=161&k=
Title : Convention on Biological Diversity and access to genetic resources: International regime and our experiences Material Type: printed text Authors: O. Joshi, Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 58-63p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Access and benefit Sharing, Traditional Knowledge, Bio-prospecting. Abstract: Traditional Knowledge, community rights and access to benefit sharing of biological resources are emerging Issues after Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) entered into force. This paper highlights legal system of access to benefit sharing in CBD and our efforts made so far to protect traditional knowledge by the legal documentation of biological resources and traditional knowledge associated with it. The paper advocates bioprospecting as a forward looking opportunity to convert natural resources into biological capital and highlights role and responsibility of local people to make equitable sharing of the benefits from the resource they conserve and knowledge they hold. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=162&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 58-63p.[article] Convention on Biological Diversity and access to genetic resources: International regime and our experiences [printed text] / O. Joshi, Author . - 2005 . - 58-63p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 58-63p.
Keywords: Access and benefit Sharing, Traditional Knowledge, Bio-prospecting. Abstract: Traditional Knowledge, community rights and access to benefit sharing of biological resources are emerging Issues after Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) entered into force. This paper highlights legal system of access to benefit sharing in CBD and our efforts made so far to protect traditional knowledge by the legal documentation of biological resources and traditional knowledge associated with it. The paper advocates bioprospecting as a forward looking opportunity to convert natural resources into biological capital and highlights role and responsibility of local people to make equitable sharing of the benefits from the resource they conserve and knowledge they hold. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=162&k=
Title : Carbon sequestration in community forests: an eligible issue for CDM (A case study of Nainital, India) Material Type: printed text Authors: P. van Laake, Author ; R. A. Mandal, Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 64-72p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Carbon Sequestration, Leaf Area Index (LAI), Clean Development Mechanism (CDM), Community Forest, Gap Light Analyser, Hemispherical photographs Abstract: Though community forests have a vital role in environmental services and sustainable development in developing countries such as in India and Nepal, the credit cannot yet to be claimed under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM). It is due to difficulties of assessing the biomass and carbon storage in the community forests for monitoring and verification. However, forest carbon monitoring is possible by the use of advanced technology such as Leaf Area Index (LAI) that is derived from hemispherical photographs using Gap Light Analyser by establishing the relation with the biophysical characteristics of the vegetation. Therefore, the study stepped towards the assessment of carbon sequestration in community forests using LAI. To meet research tasks, which were to establish the relationship between biomass and LAI and explore environmental benefit of community forest management approach, 70 samples from Dhaili and 73 samples from Guna Chautara community forests were collected using stratified random sampling. The sample data included girth, height and canopy photos. Canopy photographs were taken by use of hemispherical cameras. After biomass was estimated using allometric equations, LAI values from canopy photos were analyzed by the use of Gap Light Analyser. Furthermore, for relationship development, the linear regressions analyses were carried out and CDM criteria were incorporated with forest management practice. Main outputs of the research were carbon sequestration model based on LAI and justification of CDM criteria with community forest management practice. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=163&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 64-72p.[article] Carbon sequestration in community forests: an eligible issue for CDM (A case study of Nainital, India) [printed text] / P. van Laake, Author ; R. A. Mandal, Author . - 2005 . - 64-72p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 64-72p.
Keywords: Carbon Sequestration, Leaf Area Index (LAI), Clean Development Mechanism (CDM), Community Forest, Gap Light Analyser, Hemispherical photographs Abstract: Though community forests have a vital role in environmental services and sustainable development in developing countries such as in India and Nepal, the credit cannot yet to be claimed under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM). It is due to difficulties of assessing the biomass and carbon storage in the community forests for monitoring and verification. However, forest carbon monitoring is possible by the use of advanced technology such as Leaf Area Index (LAI) that is derived from hemispherical photographs using Gap Light Analyser by establishing the relation with the biophysical characteristics of the vegetation. Therefore, the study stepped towards the assessment of carbon sequestration in community forests using LAI. To meet research tasks, which were to establish the relationship between biomass and LAI and explore environmental benefit of community forest management approach, 70 samples from Dhaili and 73 samples from Guna Chautara community forests were collected using stratified random sampling. The sample data included girth, height and canopy photos. Canopy photographs were taken by use of hemispherical cameras. After biomass was estimated using allometric equations, LAI values from canopy photos were analyzed by the use of Gap Light Analyser. Furthermore, for relationship development, the linear regressions analyses were carried out and CDM criteria were incorporated with forest management practice. Main outputs of the research were carbon sequestration model based on LAI and justification of CDM criteria with community forest management practice. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=163&k=
Title : Beliefs, superstitions and taboos associated with bamboos in Nepal and its implications Material Type: printed text Authors: DAS, A.N., Author ; C. P. Mitchell, Author Publication Date: 2005 Article on page: 13-21p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Natural resources;Bamboos usages;Nepal Abstract: Bamboos are one of the important natural resources of Nepal. Bamboos have multiple uses and are increasingly used as a replacement of timber for construction purposes. Besides that, its use for craftmaking (woven and unwoven) and furniture has also significantly increased in recent years. For many rural households, which includes socially and economically disadvantaged groups; sale of bamboo and its products is an important source of income and sustaining livelihoods. The promotion of bamboo growing in Nepal can help generate income and can be one of the means for reducing poverty in Nepal. However, there are considerable beliefs, superstition, and taboos associated with bamboos in Nepal, many of which have influenced decision making of households towards bamboo growing in Nepal. The findings of the detailed study on taboos, beliefs and superstitions conducted in the Terai and Midhills and its implications on bamboo growing are discussed in this paper. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=164&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 13-21p.[article] Beliefs, superstitions and taboos associated with bamboos in Nepal and its implications [printed text] / DAS, A.N., Author ; C. P. Mitchell, Author . - 2005 . - 13-21p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 15 : 2 (July - December 2005) . - 13-21p.
Keywords: Natural resources;Bamboos usages;Nepal Abstract: Bamboos are one of the important natural resources of Nepal. Bamboos have multiple uses and are increasingly used as a replacement of timber for construction purposes. Besides that, its use for craftmaking (woven and unwoven) and furniture has also significantly increased in recent years. For many rural households, which includes socially and economically disadvantaged groups; sale of bamboo and its products is an important source of income and sustaining livelihoods. The promotion of bamboo growing in Nepal can help generate income and can be one of the means for reducing poverty in Nepal. However, there are considerable beliefs, superstition, and taboos associated with bamboos in Nepal, many of which have influenced decision making of households towards bamboo growing in Nepal. The findings of the detailed study on taboos, beliefs and superstitions conducted in the Terai and Midhills and its implications on bamboo growing are discussed in this paper. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=164&k=
