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Period included : July - December 2008
Published date : 11/28/2008 |
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Add the result to your basketCarbon sequestration potential of Alnus nepalensis in the mid hill of Nepal: A case study from Kaski district / S. Ranabhat in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal, 18 : 2 (July - December 2008)
Title : Carbon sequestration potential of Alnus nepalensis in the mid hill of Nepal: A case study from Kaski district Material Type: printed text Authors: S. Ranabhat, Author ; K. D. Awasthi, Author ; R. Malla, Author Publication Date: 2008 Article on page: 3-9 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Alnus nepalensis, altitude, aspect, carbon sequestration, mid hills Abstract: This study was carried out to analyze the carbon content in different parts of Alnus nepalensis, and to assess the effect of aspect and altitude in the carbon storage in Alnus nepalensis as well as to quantify the total carbon sequestration (stock) in Alnus nepalensis forest in the mid-hills of Kaski District. The inventory for estimating above and below ground biomass of forest was carried out using stratified random sampling technique. The carbon content in different parts of Alnus nepalensis was quantified using combustion method in the laboratory. For determining the soil carbon content, six soil profiles from each aspect were excavated and soil samples were taken from soil profile up to 1 m depth for deep soil and up to bedrock for shallow soils at the interval of 20 cm. Mean carbon content in stem, branches, leaves and bark of Alnus nepalensis were found to be 40.52%, 33%, 9.56% and 16.4%, respectively. Total biomass carbon sequestered in northern aspect was 30.20 t/ha while for southern aspect it was 39.00 t/ha. In both the aspects higher carbon sequestration was observed at an elevation range of 1200-1300m i.e. 34.8 t/ha and 45.6 t/ha in northern and southern aspects, respectively. Soil carbon sequestration in northern and southern aspects was found to be 113.4 t/ha and 169.30 t/ ha, respectively. The total carbon sequestration potential of Alnus nepalensis forest was estimated to be 186.05 t/ha. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=81&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 3-9 p.[article] Carbon sequestration potential of Alnus nepalensis in the mid hill of Nepal: A case study from Kaski district [printed text] / S. Ranabhat, Author ; K. D. Awasthi, Author ; R. Malla, Author . - 2008 . - 3-9 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 3-9 p.
Keywords: Alnus nepalensis, altitude, aspect, carbon sequestration, mid hills Abstract: This study was carried out to analyze the carbon content in different parts of Alnus nepalensis, and to assess the effect of aspect and altitude in the carbon storage in Alnus nepalensis as well as to quantify the total carbon sequestration (stock) in Alnus nepalensis forest in the mid-hills of Kaski District. The inventory for estimating above and below ground biomass of forest was carried out using stratified random sampling technique. The carbon content in different parts of Alnus nepalensis was quantified using combustion method in the laboratory. For determining the soil carbon content, six soil profiles from each aspect were excavated and soil samples were taken from soil profile up to 1 m depth for deep soil and up to bedrock for shallow soils at the interval of 20 cm. Mean carbon content in stem, branches, leaves and bark of Alnus nepalensis were found to be 40.52%, 33%, 9.56% and 16.4%, respectively. Total biomass carbon sequestered in northern aspect was 30.20 t/ha while for southern aspect it was 39.00 t/ha. In both the aspects higher carbon sequestration was observed at an elevation range of 1200-1300m i.e. 34.8 t/ha and 45.6 t/ha in northern and southern aspects, respectively. Soil carbon sequestration in northern and southern aspects was found to be 113.4 t/ha and 169.30 t/ ha, respectively. The total carbon sequestration potential of Alnus nepalensis forest was estimated to be 186.05 t/ha. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=81&k=
Title : Improving the livelihoods of the poor and marginalized in Nepal through leasehold forestry and livestock program: A review of institutional constraints and opportunities Material Type: printed text Authors: B. R. Regmi, Author ; A. Albano, Author ; C. Kumar, Author ; G. B. Sharma, Author Publication Date: 2008 Article on page: 10-17 p Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Forest institutions, leasehold forestry, poverty alleviation, Nepal Abstract: The study looks at the opportunities and constraints of the contributions made by forest institutions to improve the livelihoods of the poorest, through an analysis of the Leasehold Forestry (LF) programme in Nepal - a forestry programme that aims to help alleviate poverty of forest dependent communities by leasing degraded land to the poorest. Data and analysis were primarily based from review of literature, consultations with key informants, field visits, and complemented by the authors' direct involvement in the implementation of LF programme. Although intended to improve the lives of the poorest, the LF programme could negatively affect the poorest when it excludes them or when it causes their displacement from the land that the poorest depend for their livelihoods. Such negative impacts of LF program can be attributed to its improper implementation and design. To improve its effectiveness and impact, awareness campaigns should be improved using diverse modes of communication, more line agencies should be involved in the implementation by transferring the implementation responsibility to a district-level project coordination committee, and some programme provisions should be changed in favour of the poor. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=82&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 10-17 p[article] Improving the livelihoods of the poor and marginalized in Nepal through leasehold forestry and livestock program: A review of institutional constraints and opportunities [printed text] / B. R. Regmi, Author ; A. Albano, Author ; C. Kumar, Author ; G. B. Sharma, Author . - 2008 . - 10-17 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 10-17 p
Keywords: Forest institutions, leasehold forestry, poverty alleviation, Nepal Abstract: The study looks at the opportunities and constraints of the contributions made by forest institutions to improve the livelihoods of the poorest, through an analysis of the Leasehold Forestry (LF) programme in Nepal - a forestry programme that aims to help alleviate poverty of forest dependent communities by leasing degraded land to the poorest. Data and analysis were primarily based from review of literature, consultations with key informants, field visits, and complemented by the authors' direct involvement in the implementation of LF programme. Although intended to improve the lives of the poorest, the LF programme could negatively affect the poorest when it excludes them or when it causes their displacement from the land that the poorest depend for their livelihoods. Such negative impacts of LF program can be attributed to its improper implementation and design. To improve its effectiveness and impact, awareness campaigns should be improved using diverse modes of communication, more line agencies should be involved in the implementation by transferring the implementation responsibility to a district-level project coordination committee, and some programme provisions should be changed in favour of the poor. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=82&k=
Title : Challenges for service providers in community forestry governance: A case study of a community forest users group in Parbat, Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: A. Paudel, Author ; S. Vogel, Author Publication Date: 2008 Article on page: 18-24 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Community Forestry, Governance, Service Providers, Challenges Abstract: This study was carried out in Bhodkhore Community Forest Users Group in Parbat district, Nepal with the overall objective to develop a clearer understanding of the challenges for service providers while working towards improving the Community Forestry governance. The primary data were collected through personal interviews, group discussions, key informant interviews and direct observations using a series of questionnaires and check lists. Similarly, the secondary data were gathered from reports and records from Community Forestry User Group and service providers, and from relevant scientific literature. The data were analyzed using qualitative and quantitative tools. The results show that the existing challenges for service providers mainly include financial resource management, time management and inadequate technical support for forest management. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=83&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 18-24 p.[article] Challenges for service providers in community forestry governance: A case study of a community forest users group in Parbat, Nepal [printed text] / A. Paudel, Author ; S. Vogel, Author . - 2008 . - 18-24 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 18-24 p.
Keywords: Community Forestry, Governance, Service Providers, Challenges Abstract: This study was carried out in Bhodkhore Community Forest Users Group in Parbat district, Nepal with the overall objective to develop a clearer understanding of the challenges for service providers while working towards improving the Community Forestry governance. The primary data were collected through personal interviews, group discussions, key informant interviews and direct observations using a series of questionnaires and check lists. Similarly, the secondary data were gathered from reports and records from Community Forestry User Group and service providers, and from relevant scientific literature. The data were analyzed using qualitative and quantitative tools. The results show that the existing challenges for service providers mainly include financial resource management, time management and inadequate technical support for forest management. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=83&k=
Title : Community forest management practices in far-western lowlands of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: SHRESTHA, B., Author Publication Date: 2008 Article on page: 25-34 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Community forest management, products, distribution, far-western low land Abstract: Wider discussions are held as to the contribution of community forestry program in Nepal to improve the forest condition and meeting the forest product requirements. This paper presents findings from a study of six Community Forest User Groups in far-western lowlands of Kailali and Kanchanpur in Nepal. The groups with natural and plantation forests have varied experiences in forest conservation and distribution of products. Some groups are resourceful in terms of availability of forest products from the natural forests. Others with plantation forests are product scarce from their own and depend on government managed forest and other sources to meet their demands. The role of concerned government authorities and federation of groups would be instrumental to analyse demand and supply, and make provisions for distribution of forest products within and outside groups and district. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=84&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 25-34 p.[article] Community forest management practices in far-western lowlands of Nepal [printed text] / SHRESTHA, B., Author . - 2008 . - 25-34 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 25-34 p.
Keywords: Community forest management, products, distribution, far-western low land Abstract: Wider discussions are held as to the contribution of community forestry program in Nepal to improve the forest condition and meeting the forest product requirements. This paper presents findings from a study of six Community Forest User Groups in far-western lowlands of Kailali and Kanchanpur in Nepal. The groups with natural and plantation forests have varied experiences in forest conservation and distribution of products. Some groups are resourceful in terms of availability of forest products from the natural forests. Others with plantation forests are product scarce from their own and depend on government managed forest and other sources to meet their demands. The role of concerned government authorities and federation of groups would be instrumental to analyse demand and supply, and make provisions for distribution of forest products within and outside groups and district. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=84&k=
Title : Monitoring of Gyps species vulture in Nawalparasi district, Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: P. Subedi, Author Publication Date: 2008 Article on page: 35-43 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Gyps vulture, monitoring, diclofenac, pesticides Abstract: Critically endangered White-rumped vulture (WRV), Gyps bengalensis and Slender-billed vulture (SBV), Gyps tenuirostris monitoring was conducted in Nawalparasi district in the winter of 2005 following Postupalsky criterion. The objectives of this study were to identify and monitor nest localities, behaviour and to explore information about the vultures. A total of 48 Gyps vulture nest was located at six colonies. Of these nests, 18 were found to be active nets, six nests belonged to SBV and 12 nests belonged to WRV. Hundred percent nestling successes were observed in the study area. Restricted pesticides i.e. BHC and DDT were found used in this area. Diclofenac was the commonly used veterinary drug in the treatment of livestock. Carcasses disposal practice was found favorable to the vulture's survival. Gyps vulture richness found in this area is due to the availability of food i.e. floating carcass along the edge of the Narayani river and suitable habitat for roosting and nesting. The majority of the respondents had found favorable attitude towards vulture conservation. Further studies on Gyps vulture to identify the breeding status, head droppings behavior as well as conservation awareness program for local people and school children are recommended for long-term survival of these lords of the sky in the study area. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=85&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 35-43 p.[article] Monitoring of Gyps species vulture in Nawalparasi district, Nepal [printed text] / P. Subedi, Author . - 2008 . - 35-43 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 35-43 p.
Keywords: Gyps vulture, monitoring, diclofenac, pesticides Abstract: Critically endangered White-rumped vulture (WRV), Gyps bengalensis and Slender-billed vulture (SBV), Gyps tenuirostris monitoring was conducted in Nawalparasi district in the winter of 2005 following Postupalsky criterion. The objectives of this study were to identify and monitor nest localities, behaviour and to explore information about the vultures. A total of 48 Gyps vulture nest was located at six colonies. Of these nests, 18 were found to be active nets, six nests belonged to SBV and 12 nests belonged to WRV. Hundred percent nestling successes were observed in the study area. Restricted pesticides i.e. BHC and DDT were found used in this area. Diclofenac was the commonly used veterinary drug in the treatment of livestock. Carcasses disposal practice was found favorable to the vulture's survival. Gyps vulture richness found in this area is due to the availability of food i.e. floating carcass along the edge of the Narayani river and suitable habitat for roosting and nesting. The majority of the respondents had found favorable attitude towards vulture conservation. Further studies on Gyps vulture to identify the breeding status, head droppings behavior as well as conservation awareness program for local people and school children are recommended for long-term survival of these lords of the sky in the study area. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=85&k=
Title : Conflict management strategy adopted in community forestry of Nepal: a study of four community forests in midwestern region Material Type: printed text Authors: G. R. Acharya, Author ; Y. Yasmi, Author Publication Date: 2008 Article on page: 44-52 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Benefit sharing, community forestry, conflict, strategy Abstract: This study focuses on two types of conflicts in Community Forest User Group (CFUG): conflict between User Group Committee (UGC) and user, conflict among users. Users were found impaired from the UGC decisions and their pattern of benefit sharing. Conflict also existed among users. Major strategies adopted to manage conflict were found to be either avoiding or forcing; but avoiding is the most widely used strategy. Moreover compromising and accommodating were found less frequently compared to forcing and collaborating that were rarely used. This study challenges the common perception that community forestry of Nepal is successful in managing its conflict. The findings of this study do not support this claim because collaborating strategy has rarely been used in Community Forest (CF) conflict management. In contrast, this study shows that avoiding and forcing were more commonly used. The greater application of avoiding and forcing strategy in conflict management indicates that CF is still lagging in realizing the best possible option of collaborating. This finding also challenges the effectiveness of the existing conflict management mechanism in CF. This study also suggests collaborating strategy as a better option for managing conflict. On the other hand, this study also reveals that CF is not benefiting the poor of the community. Though, many scholars trumpet CF as a successful programme in Nepal, this study points out that CF has not yet been able to manage its conflicts in a more constructive way. The study also pinpoints short comings of existing conflict management strategies that could be addressed to improve its performance in the days to come. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=86&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 44-52 p.[article] Conflict management strategy adopted in community forestry of Nepal: a study of four community forests in midwestern region [printed text] / G. R. Acharya, Author ; Y. Yasmi, Author . - 2008 . - 44-52 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 44-52 p.
Keywords: Benefit sharing, community forestry, conflict, strategy Abstract: This study focuses on two types of conflicts in Community Forest User Group (CFUG): conflict between User Group Committee (UGC) and user, conflict among users. Users were found impaired from the UGC decisions and their pattern of benefit sharing. Conflict also existed among users. Major strategies adopted to manage conflict were found to be either avoiding or forcing; but avoiding is the most widely used strategy. Moreover compromising and accommodating were found less frequently compared to forcing and collaborating that were rarely used. This study challenges the common perception that community forestry of Nepal is successful in managing its conflict. The findings of this study do not support this claim because collaborating strategy has rarely been used in Community Forest (CF) conflict management. In contrast, this study shows that avoiding and forcing were more commonly used. The greater application of avoiding and forcing strategy in conflict management indicates that CF is still lagging in realizing the best possible option of collaborating. This finding also challenges the effectiveness of the existing conflict management mechanism in CF. This study also suggests collaborating strategy as a better option for managing conflict. On the other hand, this study also reveals that CF is not benefiting the poor of the community. Though, many scholars trumpet CF as a successful programme in Nepal, this study points out that CF has not yet been able to manage its conflicts in a more constructive way. The study also pinpoints short comings of existing conflict management strategies that could be addressed to improve its performance in the days to come. Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=86&k=
Title : Epiphytic orchids of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: M. Ghimire, Author Publication Date: 2008 Article on page: 53-63 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Epiphytic orchids, host range, phenology, Nepal Abstract: Abstract
This paper includes a list of 207 species of epiphytic orchids from Nepal that belong to 49 genera including 5 endemic species (Bulbophyllum ambrosia, Eria baniai, E. nepalensis, Oberonia nepalensis and Pleione coronaria). Phytogeographical distribution along with altitudinal ranges of all of these epiphytic species, phenology of flowering of 199 species and host plant(s) of 148 species have been reported herewith. The aim of this paper is to assess the distribution patterns, host-epiphyte relationship and phenology of flowering of Nepalese epiphytic orchids.Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=87&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 53-63 p.[article] Epiphytic orchids of Nepal [printed text] / M. Ghimire, Author . - 2008 . - 53-63 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 53-63 p.
Keywords: Epiphytic orchids, host range, phenology, Nepal Abstract: Abstract
This paper includes a list of 207 species of epiphytic orchids from Nepal that belong to 49 genera including 5 endemic species (Bulbophyllum ambrosia, Eria baniai, E. nepalensis, Oberonia nepalensis and Pleione coronaria). Phytogeographical distribution along with altitudinal ranges of all of these epiphytic species, phenology of flowering of 199 species and host plant(s) of 148 species have been reported herewith. The aim of this paper is to assess the distribution patterns, host-epiphyte relationship and phenology of flowering of Nepalese epiphytic orchids.Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=87&k=
Title : Establishment of a xylarium Material Type: printed text Authors: D. Lamichhane, Author Publication Date: 2008 Article on page: 64p. General note: Short note Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Forest information Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=98&k=
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 64p.[article] Establishment of a xylarium [printed text] / D. Lamichhane, Author . - 2008 . - 64p.
Short note
Languages : English (eng)
in BANKO JANAKARI - वनको जानकारी : A Journal of Forestry Information for Nepal > 18 : 2 (July - December 2008) . - 64p.
Keywords: Forest information Link for e-copy: http://lib.frtc.gov.np/elibrary/pages/view.php?ref=98&k=
