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
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
Dipping is an important way for controlling external parasites including ticks, mites, and lice in animals. It entails immersing animals in a chemical solution designed to destroy parasites, hence preventing infections, improving animal health, and increasing productivity. Depending on the species of cattle and the degree of the infestation, the treatment can use plunge dips, … Read more
Grooming is indispensable for the preservation of animals’ health and hygiene, the prevention of infections, the enhancement of their appearance, and the promotion of sanitation. Regular grooming is essential for the early detection of health issues, the removal of grime and parasites, and the preservation of the animal’s comfort. Brushing, bathing, nail trimming, ear washing, … Read more
Enhancing animal safety and management requires dehorning, or the removal or inhibition of horn growth in cattle. It lessens damage to facilities and equipment, keeps animals and people safe, and makes handling and transportation simpler. Techniques include dehorning older animals surgically or with the use of shears or wire saws, and disbudding young animals using … Read more
Castration is an essential surgical technique that involves the removal of an animal’s reproductive organs. It is used to regulate animal populations and improve behavior and health. It stops heat cycles in females, lessens aggressive tendencies, and prevents several malignancies. Surgical removal (orchiectomy in men, ovariohysterectomy in women), chemical castration, and non-surgical methods such as … Read more
Goats are multipurpose animals that are valued for their adaptability and range of applications, such as the production of milk, meat, fiber, and skin. Famous meat breeds like Boer and Kiko are valued for their quick growth and excellent meat, while dairy breeds like Saanen and Nubian excel in milk yield and quality. The opulent … Read more
Sheep are adaptable animals that are kept for their wool, milk, and meat (lamb and mutton), with different breeds being better at different things. Renowned wool breeds with fine, superior fleece, such as Rambouillet and Merino, are highly valued. Hampshire and Suffolk are two popular meat breeds that are prized for their excellent meat quality … Read more
Global agriculture relies heavily on cattle, and different breeds have different advantages when it comes to producing milk, meat (beef), and draught work. Well-known dairy breeds with rich butterfat contents and excellent milk production are the Jersey and Holstein-Friesian. Hereford and Angus beef breeds are highly valued for their versatile nature and high quality meat. … Read more