Sareena Basnet
Climate change has a huge impact on agriculture because it alters weather patterns, increases the frequency of extreme weather events, and shifts climate zones. Rising temperatures, variable rainfall, and lengthy droughts all have an impact on food production and water availability, while increased flood and storm activity can devastate agriculture and infrastructure. These changes threaten … Read more
In Nepal, drought and flood are two of the most major and common natural catastrophes that affect agriculture. Prolonged dry spells that cause significant water shortages that impact crop health and soil moisture are known as droughts. Floods severely harm crops, infrastructure, and means of subsistence. They are frequently brought on by heavy monsoon rains. … Read more
Weather and climate forecasts are important agricultural tools because they provide farmers with critical information for planning and decision-making. Weather forecasts provide short-term insight into daily and weekly circumstances, allowing for rapid measures such as irrigation, pest management, and harvest scheduling. Climate forecasts, on the other hand, provide longer-term predictions that inform strategic decisions about … Read more
Weather and Climate is critical for good planning and management in industries including agriculture, environmental science, and urban development. Weather describes the short-term atmospheric conditions in a certain location at a specific moment, which include factors such as temperature, humidity, precipitation, and wind. Climate, on the other hand, refers to the long-term average of weather … Read more
Agro-meteorological variables are important factors affecting agricultural productivity and sustainability. Weather factors include temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation, as well as soil variables like moisture and temperature. Accurate measurement of these variables is critical for successful agro-meteorological modelling and decision-making. Weather stations, remote sensing technologies (satellites and drones), soil sensors, and meteorological … Read more
Utilizing weather, soil, crop, and geographic data, agro-meteorological models improve agricultural sustainability and productivity. These models serve farmers by forecasting weather patterns, evaluating the effects of climate change, and streamlining resource management decisions related to irrigation, planting, harvesting, and pest control. They are essential for boosting crop yields, lowering risks, and encouraging resource efficiency, all … Read more
Agro-climatic zoning in Nepal divides the country’s different landscapes into distinct agricultural zones based on height, temperature, rainfall, and soil type. These zones—Terai, Siwalik, Middle Hill, High Hill, Mountain, and High Mountain—all contribute to better crop choices, resource management, and sustainable farming methods. Understanding and utilizing these zones allows farmers and policymakers to raise productivity, … Read more
Agro-meteorology, often known as agricultural meteorology, is the discipline of using meteorological and climatological data to inform agricultural activities. Its activities include weather forecasting, climate research, crop modeling, pest and disease control, water management, and disaster risk reduction. Agro-meteorology plays an important role in agriculture by increasing production, managing hazards, promoting sustainable practices, informing policymaking, … Read more
Shearing wool is the annual removal of fleece from sheep and other wool-bearing animals to ensure their health and comfort while also providing raw material for the textile industry. Wool quality is graded based on qualities such as fineness, staple length, crimp, strength, color, and cleanliness, which divide the wool into categories based on its … Read more
Dusting of farm animals is essential for reducing external parasites like lice, mites, and ticks that can harm their health, comfort, and production. Insecticidal powders are applied to the animals’ bodies to kill and repel bugs. Methods include hand dusting, which involves manually spreading powder over the animal, focusing on infestation-prone regions, and employing dust … Read more