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Evaluation of Pole Bean Varieties for Autumn Season Production in the Western Hills of Nepal / Y. R. Pandey in Nepalese Horticulture, v. 8/9 ([07/25/2012])
Title : Evaluation of Pole Bean Varieties for Autumn Season Production in the Western Hills of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: Y. R. Pandey, Author ; Gautam, D.M., Author ; Thapa, R.B., Author ; M.D Sharma, Author ; Paudyal, K.P., Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 1-6 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Pole bean, genetic variability, pod yield, germplasm evaluation. Abstract: Eleven pole bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) genotypes (Four Season, LB-31, LB-
39, Madhav, Trishuli, Chinese Long, Makwanpur, Samjhana, Myagdi, Syangja
and Tarbare)) were evaluated during autumn seasons of 2010 and 2011 at the
Agriculture Research Station, Malepatan, Pokhara (848 msl) to assess the
variability in the genotypes and their potential utilization in improvement
programs. The experiment was conducted in randomized complete block design
(RCBD) with three replications. The variability was significant among the
genotypes in adaptation, vegetative growth, floral and pod characteristics and
fresh pod yield. The highest number of branches and nodes per plant were
produced by Syangja (9.2 and 44.0, respectively), while the lowest number of
branches (3.7) and nodes (24.4) were produced by LB-39. Makwanpur was the
earliest in flowering (37.5 days) and Syangja was lattest in flowering (72.2
days). The tallest plants were found in Chinese Long (278.3cm) and the shortest
in LB-31 (212.6cm). Makwanpur produced the highest number of flower buds
per inflorescence (5.7) and the lowest flower bud producer was Myagdi (3.4).
Pod length and width were the highest in Chinese Long and Myagdi (20.7cm and
33.5 mm, respectively), and the lowest in Tarbare and Makwanpur (7.6cm and
8.5 mm, respectively) genotypes. Four Season produced the highest fresh pod
yield (30.3 t/ha, which was followed by Makwanpur (28.0 t/ha) and the lowest
fresh pod yielder was Myagdi (7.9 t/ha). The range of diversity among the
evaluated genotypes showed the possibility of their utilization in variety selection
for commercial production.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 1-6 p.[article] Evaluation of Pole Bean Varieties for Autumn Season Production in the Western Hills of Nepal [printed text] / Y. R. Pandey, Author ; Gautam, D.M., Author ; Thapa, R.B., Author ; M.D Sharma, Author ; Paudyal, K.P., Author . - 2012 . - 1-6 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 1-6 p.
Keywords: Pole bean, genetic variability, pod yield, germplasm evaluation. Abstract: Eleven pole bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) genotypes (Four Season, LB-31, LB-
39, Madhav, Trishuli, Chinese Long, Makwanpur, Samjhana, Myagdi, Syangja
and Tarbare)) were evaluated during autumn seasons of 2010 and 2011 at the
Agriculture Research Station, Malepatan, Pokhara (848 msl) to assess the
variability in the genotypes and their potential utilization in improvement
programs. The experiment was conducted in randomized complete block design
(RCBD) with three replications. The variability was significant among the
genotypes in adaptation, vegetative growth, floral and pod characteristics and
fresh pod yield. The highest number of branches and nodes per plant were
produced by Syangja (9.2 and 44.0, respectively), while the lowest number of
branches (3.7) and nodes (24.4) were produced by LB-39. Makwanpur was the
earliest in flowering (37.5 days) and Syangja was lattest in flowering (72.2
days). The tallest plants were found in Chinese Long (278.3cm) and the shortest
in LB-31 (212.6cm). Makwanpur produced the highest number of flower buds
per inflorescence (5.7) and the lowest flower bud producer was Myagdi (3.4).
Pod length and width were the highest in Chinese Long and Myagdi (20.7cm and
33.5 mm, respectively), and the lowest in Tarbare and Makwanpur (7.6cm and
8.5 mm, respectively) genotypes. Four Season produced the highest fresh pod
yield (30.3 t/ha, which was followed by Makwanpur (28.0 t/ha) and the lowest
fresh pod yielder was Myagdi (7.9 t/ha). The range of diversity among the
evaluated genotypes showed the possibility of their utilization in variety selection
for commercial production.
Title : Effect of Corm Size and Varieties on Growth Performance and Cut Flower Characteristics of Gladiolus Material Type: printed text Authors: Joshi, K.R., Author ; Gautam, D.M., Author ; Baral, D.R., Author ; U.K Pun, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 7-12 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Gladiolus, sprouting, spike initiation and florets Abstract: An experiment was conducted to assess the effect of corm size and varieties on
growth performance and cut flower characteristics of gladiolus in the farmer’s
field at Gunjanagar VDC, Chanauli, Chitwan during November 2008 to April
2009. The experiment consisted of 12 treatment combinations laid out in twofactorial
Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with three replications.
Four sizes of corms viz. 2-3cm, 3-4cm, 4-5cm and 5-6cm and three varieties viz.
American Beauty, Interpret and Yellow Summer Sunshine Growth performance
and cut flower characteristics varied significantly among varities and was
affected by the size of corm. Large sized corms (5-6cm) performed better with
respect to days to sprouting (16.11 days). Earlier spikes initiation (87.89 days),
longer spikes (107.1cm) and more number of florets/spike (16.26) were produced
from largest corms (5-6cm). Significant variation was observed among the
varieties in most of the characters. Yellow Summer Sunshine sprouted earlier
(16.08 days) while Interpret had earlier spike initiation (87.25 days). Plant
height, leaf length and number of daughter corms were found highest in Yellow
Summer Sunshine while maximum numbers of leaves per plant were found in
American Beauty followed by Interpret . Regarding cut flower characteristics,
Interpret was found superior having more number (16.12) of florets/spike
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 7-12 p.[article] Effect of Corm Size and Varieties on Growth Performance and Cut Flower Characteristics of Gladiolus [printed text] / Joshi, K.R., Author ; Gautam, D.M., Author ; Baral, D.R., Author ; U.K Pun, Author . - 2012 . - 7-12 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 7-12 p.
Keywords: Gladiolus, sprouting, spike initiation and florets Abstract: An experiment was conducted to assess the effect of corm size and varieties on
growth performance and cut flower characteristics of gladiolus in the farmer’s
field at Gunjanagar VDC, Chanauli, Chitwan during November 2008 to April
2009. The experiment consisted of 12 treatment combinations laid out in twofactorial
Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) with three replications.
Four sizes of corms viz. 2-3cm, 3-4cm, 4-5cm and 5-6cm and three varieties viz.
American Beauty, Interpret and Yellow Summer Sunshine Growth performance
and cut flower characteristics varied significantly among varities and was
affected by the size of corm. Large sized corms (5-6cm) performed better with
respect to days to sprouting (16.11 days). Earlier spikes initiation (87.89 days),
longer spikes (107.1cm) and more number of florets/spike (16.26) were produced
from largest corms (5-6cm). Significant variation was observed among the
varieties in most of the characters. Yellow Summer Sunshine sprouted earlier
(16.08 days) while Interpret had earlier spike initiation (87.25 days). Plant
height, leaf length and number of daughter corms were found highest in Yellow
Summer Sunshine while maximum numbers of leaves per plant were found in
American Beauty followed by Interpret . Regarding cut flower characteristics,
Interpret was found superior having more number (16.12) of florets/spike
Title : Evaluation of Genotypes of Gladiolus for Vegetative and Floral Traits Material Type: printed text Authors: Tul B. Poon, Author ; T.M. Rao, Author ; D.P. Kumar, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 13-26 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Corms, Evaluation, Genotype, florets, spikes, sprouting, traits, vase life Abstract: An experiment was conducted at Indian Institute of Horticultural Research,
Bangalore, India to evaluate vegetative and floral traits of 21 genotypes.
Sprouting per cent of corms was the highest in two genotypes ‘Shobha’ and ‘H.
S. 82-11-27’ (100 %) whereas low in ‘H.S. 84-7-11’ (68.5 %), ‘Gladiolus
callianthus’ (70.6 %), and ‘Arka Kesar’ (76.5%). Day to sprouting was early in
‘H. S. 86-32-11’ (11.2 days), ‘Shobha’ (12 days) and ‘H. S. 87-22-1’ (12.2 days)
but ‘Gladiolus callianthus’ recorded the maximum days to sprouting (30.0 days).
Day to flowering was early in ‘H.S. 88-10-22’ (64.6), ‘Shobha’ (65.8 days) and
‘H.S. 84-7-11’ (66.1 days) while late in ‘H.S. 84-4-9’ (92.6) ‘Tilak’ (91 days)
and ‘Gladiolus callianthus’ (87.1 days). The genotype ‘Gladiolus callianthus’
recorded the shortest plant (94.8cm) followed by ‘Hybrid selection 84-4-9’
(102.6cm) and ‘Kum Kum’ (106.7cm) whereas the tallest plant in ‘Poonam’
(149.1cm), ‘Shobha’ (146.9cm) and ‘Pink Friendship’ (142.1cm. The genotype
‘Arka Kesar’ recorded the highest number of florets per spike (18.1) but
‘Gladiolus callianthus’ was with the least florets per spike (9.8). Numbers of
marketable spikes per corm were high in ‘Psittacinus hybrid’ (2.0) ‘H.S. 87-22-
1’ (1.9) and ‘H.S. 88-4-8’ (1.9), ‘H.S. 82-11-27’ (1.9) and ’Kum Kum’ (1.7).
‘H.S. 87-22-1’ had long vase life (8.8 days) followed by ‘H.S. 82-11-27’ (8.4
days) while ‘H. S. 88-4-8’ had the shortest vase life (6.2 days). In respect of
most traits, 'H.S.87-22-7' is proven as the most promising genotype as
comparing against the rest of twenty genotypes. In addition, Gladiolus
callianthus and Psittacinus hybrid are two different species that can be utilized
in interspecific hybridization.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 13-26 p.[article] Evaluation of Genotypes of Gladiolus for Vegetative and Floral Traits [printed text] / Tul B. Poon, Author ; T.M. Rao, Author ; D.P. Kumar, Author . - 2012 . - 13-26 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 13-26 p.
Keywords: Corms, Evaluation, Genotype, florets, spikes, sprouting, traits, vase life Abstract: An experiment was conducted at Indian Institute of Horticultural Research,
Bangalore, India to evaluate vegetative and floral traits of 21 genotypes.
Sprouting per cent of corms was the highest in two genotypes ‘Shobha’ and ‘H.
S. 82-11-27’ (100 %) whereas low in ‘H.S. 84-7-11’ (68.5 %), ‘Gladiolus
callianthus’ (70.6 %), and ‘Arka Kesar’ (76.5%). Day to sprouting was early in
‘H. S. 86-32-11’ (11.2 days), ‘Shobha’ (12 days) and ‘H. S. 87-22-1’ (12.2 days)
but ‘Gladiolus callianthus’ recorded the maximum days to sprouting (30.0 days).
Day to flowering was early in ‘H.S. 88-10-22’ (64.6), ‘Shobha’ (65.8 days) and
‘H.S. 84-7-11’ (66.1 days) while late in ‘H.S. 84-4-9’ (92.6) ‘Tilak’ (91 days)
and ‘Gladiolus callianthus’ (87.1 days). The genotype ‘Gladiolus callianthus’
recorded the shortest plant (94.8cm) followed by ‘Hybrid selection 84-4-9’
(102.6cm) and ‘Kum Kum’ (106.7cm) whereas the tallest plant in ‘Poonam’
(149.1cm), ‘Shobha’ (146.9cm) and ‘Pink Friendship’ (142.1cm. The genotype
‘Arka Kesar’ recorded the highest number of florets per spike (18.1) but
‘Gladiolus callianthus’ was with the least florets per spike (9.8). Numbers of
marketable spikes per corm were high in ‘Psittacinus hybrid’ (2.0) ‘H.S. 87-22-
1’ (1.9) and ‘H.S. 88-4-8’ (1.9), ‘H.S. 82-11-27’ (1.9) and ’Kum Kum’ (1.7).
‘H.S. 87-22-1’ had long vase life (8.8 days) followed by ‘H.S. 82-11-27’ (8.4
days) while ‘H. S. 88-4-8’ had the shortest vase life (6.2 days). In respect of
most traits, 'H.S.87-22-7' is proven as the most promising genotype as
comparing against the rest of twenty genotypes. In addition, Gladiolus
callianthus and Psittacinus hybrid are two different species that can be utilized
in interspecific hybridization.
Title : Standardization of Desiccants and Stage of Harvest under Shade Drying Techniques in Gerbera for Value Addition Material Type: printed text Authors: Manjunath S. Patil, Author ; A. R. Karale, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 19-23 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Desiccants, harvesting stage, shade drying, value addition, gerbera. Abstract: The cut flowers are short lived, as they are perishable in nature. Flower drying
offers viable solution to preserve the beauty of cut flowers and extend their
marketability. A study was conducted to investigate appropriate harvesting stage
and desiccant for drying cut flowers of gerbera variety Goliath. Fully opened
flowers or three days before harvesting stage were dried in three desiccants
namely fine river bed sand, silica gel and mixture of sand and silica gel in 1:1
ratio. The desiccants were used as embedding materials of cut flowers in
aluminum boxes. Minimum dry weight (1.17 g/flower) was recorded when silica
gel was used as embedding material, while sand resulted the highest dry weight
(1.27 g/flower). Minimum number of days (5.10) was required to dry the flowers
when silica gel was used as desiccant. Fully opened flowers embedded in silica
gel took the least number of days (5.00) for drying. Silica gel was found superior
for colour retention indicated by highest score (3.93), retention of shape (3.65)
and for retention of shape (3.51).
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 19-23 p.[article] Standardization of Desiccants and Stage of Harvest under Shade Drying Techniques in Gerbera for Value Addition [printed text] / Manjunath S. Patil, Author ; A. R. Karale, Author . - 2012 . - 19-23 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 19-23 p.
Keywords: Desiccants, harvesting stage, shade drying, value addition, gerbera. Abstract: The cut flowers are short lived, as they are perishable in nature. Flower drying
offers viable solution to preserve the beauty of cut flowers and extend their
marketability. A study was conducted to investigate appropriate harvesting stage
and desiccant for drying cut flowers of gerbera variety Goliath. Fully opened
flowers or three days before harvesting stage were dried in three desiccants
namely fine river bed sand, silica gel and mixture of sand and silica gel in 1:1
ratio. The desiccants were used as embedding materials of cut flowers in
aluminum boxes. Minimum dry weight (1.17 g/flower) was recorded when silica
gel was used as embedding material, while sand resulted the highest dry weight
(1.27 g/flower). Minimum number of days (5.10) was required to dry the flowers
when silica gel was used as desiccant. Fully opened flowers embedded in silica
gel took the least number of days (5.00) for drying. Silica gel was found superior
for colour retention indicated by highest score (3.93), retention of shape (3.65)
and for retention of shape (3.51).
Title : Integrated Plant Nutrient Management for Onion Seed Production Material Type: printed text Authors: Dev Nidhi Tiwari, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 24-28 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Plant nutrient management, Onion seed production, Flowering, Bolting Abstract: Plant-nutrient management study was conducted on onion seed production
through off-season bulbs in 2008 and 2009 in mid hill, Deurali, Palpa, Nepal.
The aim of experiment was to identify the best combination of plant nutrient to
obtain optimum seed yield of onion. Randomized complete block design was
employed with three replications consisting seven combinations of organic and
inorganic fertilizers along with micronutrients as treatment. A total of 42 plants
of Agri Found Dark Red variety were accommodated in a unit experimental plot
of 5.04 m2 with 40cm x 30cm planting spacing. Observation was taken on
number of harvested plants, days to 50% bolting and flowering and seed yield.
Treatments had highly significance effects on days to 50% bolting and seed yield
and days to 50% flowering was only significant. Early bolting (40.2 days) and
early flowering (77 days) was observed in manure and fertilizer application of
FYM 20tha-1 and 60:60:60kg N:P2O5:K2Oha-1. Delayed bolting (45 days) and
flowering (80.2 days) was observed in application of FYM 20tha-1. Similarly,
highest seed yield of 813kgha-1 was observed with application of 40kg K2Oha-1,
FYM 20tha-1 and 60:60kg N:P2O5ha-1 supplemented with two sprays of
Multiplex. It suggested that application of combination of organic and inorganic
fertilizers accompanied with micronutrient is essential for better seed yield of
onion.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 24-28 p.[article] Integrated Plant Nutrient Management for Onion Seed Production [printed text] / Dev Nidhi Tiwari, Author . - 2012 . - 24-28 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 24-28 p.
Keywords: Plant nutrient management, Onion seed production, Flowering, Bolting Abstract: Plant-nutrient management study was conducted on onion seed production
through off-season bulbs in 2008 and 2009 in mid hill, Deurali, Palpa, Nepal.
The aim of experiment was to identify the best combination of plant nutrient to
obtain optimum seed yield of onion. Randomized complete block design was
employed with three replications consisting seven combinations of organic and
inorganic fertilizers along with micronutrients as treatment. A total of 42 plants
of Agri Found Dark Red variety were accommodated in a unit experimental plot
of 5.04 m2 with 40cm x 30cm planting spacing. Observation was taken on
number of harvested plants, days to 50% bolting and flowering and seed yield.
Treatments had highly significance effects on days to 50% bolting and seed yield
and days to 50% flowering was only significant. Early bolting (40.2 days) and
early flowering (77 days) was observed in manure and fertilizer application of
FYM 20tha-1 and 60:60:60kg N:P2O5:K2Oha-1. Delayed bolting (45 days) and
flowering (80.2 days) was observed in application of FYM 20tha-1. Similarly,
highest seed yield of 813kgha-1 was observed with application of 40kg K2Oha-1,
FYM 20tha-1 and 60:60kg N:P2O5ha-1 supplemented with two sprays of
Multiplex. It suggested that application of combination of organic and inorganic
fertilizers accompanied with micronutrient is essential for better seed yield of
onion.
Title : Plant Dry Matter Production and Partitioning with the Use of Human Urine Material Type: printed text Authors: Janardan Khadka, Author ; Devendra Shrestha, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 29-34 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Human urine, plant dry matter, root morphology, sour lime,vermicompost Abstract: Urine is a well-balanced nitrogen-rich quick-acting liquid Organic fertilizer. The
study aimed to know the responses of plants in relation to dry matter production
and partitioning, and variation in root morphology to organic fertilizers like
urine and vermicompost compared with control. Sour lime (Citrus aurentifolia)
was selected as planting material. Pot and root box experiments were conducted.
The absolute plant growth parameters like shoot dry weight, root dry weight and
total plant dry weight were not differ significantly in both pot and root box
experiments compared to control. However, results from both experiments
indicated that human urine application in sour lime had different plant growth
and development response (promote more shoot biomass than roots, seminal
root length, root branching number and total root length) and it might be
important in quality sapling production, plant mortality rate reduction during
transplanting and quality fruits production.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 29-34 p.[article] Plant Dry Matter Production and Partitioning with the Use of Human Urine [printed text] / Janardan Khadka, Author ; Devendra Shrestha, Author . - 2012 . - 29-34 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 29-34 p.
Keywords: Human urine, plant dry matter, root morphology, sour lime,vermicompost Abstract: Urine is a well-balanced nitrogen-rich quick-acting liquid Organic fertilizer. The
study aimed to know the responses of plants in relation to dry matter production
and partitioning, and variation in root morphology to organic fertilizers like
urine and vermicompost compared with control. Sour lime (Citrus aurentifolia)
was selected as planting material. Pot and root box experiments were conducted.
The absolute plant growth parameters like shoot dry weight, root dry weight and
total plant dry weight were not differ significantly in both pot and root box
experiments compared to control. However, results from both experiments
indicated that human urine application in sour lime had different plant growth
and development response (promote more shoot biomass than roots, seminal
root length, root branching number and total root length) and it might be
important in quality sapling production, plant mortality rate reduction during
transplanting and quality fruits production.
Title : Socio-economic Condition of Banana Growers and Banana Production Technology in Kailali District Material Type: printed text Authors: G.K. Shrestha, Author ; Giri, S, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 35-40 p, Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Musa spp., farmers‟ education, varieties, pests, diseases, income Abstract: This survey was undertaken to record socio-economic condition of the banana
growers and the technologies adopted in banana production and marketing in
Narayanpur and Phulbari VDCs and Tikapur Municipality of Kailali district.
One hundred respondent farmers were selected randomly from these study sites
for interviews, group discussion, and personal contacts and used a semistructured
questionnaire for information and data collection. Results indicated
that there was a dominance of male over female farmers in most of banana
farming activities in Kailali. Farmers having various education levels and age
groups involved in growing banana earned an annual income from Rs. 30-100
thousand/ha. Majority of the respondents have their own livestock for manure
but some farmers purchased manure. ELUM PLUS, DADO (Kailali) and others
have played a significant role in motivating farmers towards banana farming, yet
trainings on scientific technologies are desired by over 80% of the respondents.
The farmers (68 respondents) had never taken any kind of agriculture loan from
any Bank or other agencies. Many respondents (48%) said they required hiring
of labor for field activities. Along with socio-economic status of farmers, the
production and management techniques and several problems faced by these
farmers are presented in this paper.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 35-40 p,[article] Socio-economic Condition of Banana Growers and Banana Production Technology in Kailali District [printed text] / G.K. Shrestha, Author ; Giri, S, Author . - 2012 . - 35-40 p,.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 35-40 p,
Keywords: Musa spp., farmers‟ education, varieties, pests, diseases, income Abstract: This survey was undertaken to record socio-economic condition of the banana
growers and the technologies adopted in banana production and marketing in
Narayanpur and Phulbari VDCs and Tikapur Municipality of Kailali district.
One hundred respondent farmers were selected randomly from these study sites
for interviews, group discussion, and personal contacts and used a semistructured
questionnaire for information and data collection. Results indicated
that there was a dominance of male over female farmers in most of banana
farming activities in Kailali. Farmers having various education levels and age
groups involved in growing banana earned an annual income from Rs. 30-100
thousand/ha. Majority of the respondents have their own livestock for manure
but some farmers purchased manure. ELUM PLUS, DADO (Kailali) and others
have played a significant role in motivating farmers towards banana farming, yet
trainings on scientific technologies are desired by over 80% of the respondents.
The farmers (68 respondents) had never taken any kind of agriculture loan from
any Bank or other agencies. Many respondents (48%) said they required hiring
of labor for field activities. Along with socio-economic status of farmers, the
production and management techniques and several problems faced by these
farmers are presented in this paper.
Title : Effect of Chemical Treatments and Storage on Quality of Potato Chips Material Type: printed text Authors: Gautam, I.P., Author ; M.D Sharma, Author ; Bhim B. Khatri, Author ; Thapa, R.B., Author ; Kanti Shrestha, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 41-47 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Genotypes, effect of storage on chips quality, potato, slice treatment Abstract: Experiments were conducted at National Potato Research Programme (NPRP),
Khumaltar (1350 m asl) during the year of 2011 to study the effect of slices
treatments with different chemicals before the preparation of chips and effect of
different storage methods and days for preparation of chips. Potato cultivars
Kufri Chipsona-2 and PRP 25861.1 were used for experimentation to assess the
effect of chemicals on chips and chips qualities before storage. Same cultivars
were used for different conditions and durations of storage to assess chips
quality. Undamaged and apparently healthy tubers of more than 60 gram weight
were stored in ordinary room temperature under dark (26.9 ±1.16 o C) and cold
store conditions at Balaju for 90 days. Temperature and relative humidity of
ordinary storage room was recorded daily during the storage period.
Observation was recorded on chips quality parameters like dry matter
percentage, specific gravity and reducing sugars and freshly prepared chips
qualities (colour, crispness, taste and over all acceptability). The results
indicated that slices washed and dipped for 15 minutes in fresh water was found
as effective as slice treatment with potassium meta bisulphate (slices dipped for
15 minutes in 0.25%) for preparation of fresh chips before storage. On the other
hand, cold stored potatoes for 30 days and on-wards were not suitable for
preparation of chips due to the browning of chips as a result of higher reducing
sugars. Chips prepared from 75 and 90 days stored potatoes under dark at
ambient temperature of genotype respectively Kufri Chipsona-2 and PRP
25861.1 had acceptable chips colour and qualities
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 41-47 p.[article] Effect of Chemical Treatments and Storage on Quality of Potato Chips [printed text] / Gautam, I.P., Author ; M.D Sharma, Author ; Bhim B. Khatri, Author ; Thapa, R.B., Author ; Kanti Shrestha, Author . - 2012 . - 41-47 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 41-47 p.
Keywords: Genotypes, effect of storage on chips quality, potato, slice treatment Abstract: Experiments were conducted at National Potato Research Programme (NPRP),
Khumaltar (1350 m asl) during the year of 2011 to study the effect of slices
treatments with different chemicals before the preparation of chips and effect of
different storage methods and days for preparation of chips. Potato cultivars
Kufri Chipsona-2 and PRP 25861.1 were used for experimentation to assess the
effect of chemicals on chips and chips qualities before storage. Same cultivars
were used for different conditions and durations of storage to assess chips
quality. Undamaged and apparently healthy tubers of more than 60 gram weight
were stored in ordinary room temperature under dark (26.9 ±1.16 o C) and cold
store conditions at Balaju for 90 days. Temperature and relative humidity of
ordinary storage room was recorded daily during the storage period.
Observation was recorded on chips quality parameters like dry matter
percentage, specific gravity and reducing sugars and freshly prepared chips
qualities (colour, crispness, taste and over all acceptability). The results
indicated that slices washed and dipped for 15 minutes in fresh water was found
as effective as slice treatment with potassium meta bisulphate (slices dipped for
15 minutes in 0.25%) for preparation of fresh chips before storage. On the other
hand, cold stored potatoes for 30 days and on-wards were not suitable for
preparation of chips due to the browning of chips as a result of higher reducing
sugars. Chips prepared from 75 and 90 days stored potatoes under dark at
ambient temperature of genotype respectively Kufri Chipsona-2 and PRP
25861.1 had acceptable chips colour and qualities
Title : Present Status of Large Cardamom Production: A Case Study of Pakhribas VDC in Dhankuta District Material Type: printed text Authors: Y. Gurung, Author ; Shrestha, G.K., Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 48-53 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Amomum subulatum, socio-demography, insect pests, diseases Abstract: Large cardamom is an important cash crop of eastern hilly region of Nepal. To
find out the present status of large cardamom production in Pakhribas VDC of
the Dhankuta district, a survey of 100 households was performed from February
to July 2012 using semi-structured pre-tested questionnaire. Among the total
respondents 58% were male and 42% were female. 29% were of the Respondents
(29%) had small sized family but 64% were living in medium sized family. Fifty
six percent of the respondents were engaged in sole agriculture and remaining
seven percent engaged in other services. Majority respondents have medium
land holding at the study sites. The production technology in the study area was
still traditional type and planting materials was also not of high quality. Chirkey,
Furkey, leaf eating caterpillar, Kalopa, and Mouse were the serious problem in
the large cardamom fields damaging plants and matured fruits of the cardamom.
The production capacity of the respondent farmers ranged from 100 to 800 kg
per annum in the study area. The major problems faced by the farmers of the
study area were the inappropriate and fluctuation price of the cardamom which
is done by the merchants themselves.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 48-53 p.[article] Present Status of Large Cardamom Production: A Case Study of Pakhribas VDC in Dhankuta District [printed text] / Y. Gurung, Author ; Shrestha, G.K., Author . - 2012 . - 48-53 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 48-53 p.
Keywords: Amomum subulatum, socio-demography, insect pests, diseases Abstract: Large cardamom is an important cash crop of eastern hilly region of Nepal. To
find out the present status of large cardamom production in Pakhribas VDC of
the Dhankuta district, a survey of 100 households was performed from February
to July 2012 using semi-structured pre-tested questionnaire. Among the total
respondents 58% were male and 42% were female. 29% were of the Respondents
(29%) had small sized family but 64% were living in medium sized family. Fifty
six percent of the respondents were engaged in sole agriculture and remaining
seven percent engaged in other services. Majority respondents have medium
land holding at the study sites. The production technology in the study area was
still traditional type and planting materials was also not of high quality. Chirkey,
Furkey, leaf eating caterpillar, Kalopa, and Mouse were the serious problem in
the large cardamom fields damaging plants and matured fruits of the cardamom.
The production capacity of the respondent farmers ranged from 100 to 800 kg
per annum in the study area. The major problems faced by the farmers of the
study area were the inappropriate and fluctuation price of the cardamom which
is done by the merchants themselves.
Title : Tree-aspects Based Variation in Physiochemical Components of Acid Lime (Citrus aurantifolia Swingle) Fruits in Nepal. Material Type: printed text Authors: Shrestha, R.L., Author ; D. D. Dhakal, Author ; Gautam, D.M., Author ; Paudyal, K.P., Author ; Sangita Shrestha, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 54-58 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Ascorbic acid, agro-ecological zone, TSS, TA, juice. Abstract: The main objective of this study is, to determine the variation of fruit quality at
different sides of the tree. Total of 15 bearing trees were selected randomly (5
trees per site) from three different agro ecological domain representing terai
(<600masl), mid-hill (600 to 1200masl) and high-hill (>1200m asl) areas and
samples were collected from the selected trees. Randomly ten fruits (from east,
west, canopy-centre, north and south sides) were collected from each tree and
analyzed for amount of vitamin C (ascorbic acid), TSS, TA and juice. The
parameters varied significantly according to the agro ecological zones.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 54-58 p.[article] Tree-aspects Based Variation in Physiochemical Components of Acid Lime (Citrus aurantifolia Swingle) Fruits in Nepal. [printed text] / Shrestha, R.L., Author ; D. D. Dhakal, Author ; Gautam, D.M., Author ; Paudyal, K.P., Author ; Sangita Shrestha, Author . - 2012 . - 54-58 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 54-58 p.
Keywords: Ascorbic acid, agro-ecological zone, TSS, TA, juice. Abstract: The main objective of this study is, to determine the variation of fruit quality at
different sides of the tree. Total of 15 bearing trees were selected randomly (5
trees per site) from three different agro ecological domain representing terai
(<600masl), mid-hill (600 to 1200masl) and high-hill (>1200m asl) areas and
samples were collected from the selected trees. Randomly ten fruits (from east,
west, canopy-centre, north and south sides) were collected from each tree and
analyzed for amount of vitamin C (ascorbic acid), TSS, TA and juice. The
parameters varied significantly according to the agro ecological zones.
Title : Performance of Tomato Varieties in Tunnel House and Efficacy of Different Treatments for Root Knot Nematode Management Material Type: printed text Authors: R. Simkhada, Author ; ,Pokharel, D., Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 59-62 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Furadan, Lycopersicon esculentum, ormicomin, performance, Thims 16 Abstract: Four commercially available tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum, Mill) varieties:
Srijana, Thims 1, Thims 16 and Bishesh were grown in Dhikurpokhari, Kaski to
characterize their morpho-physiological traits and select the best variety for the
hill condition to boost tomato yield in plastic house. Thims16 produced highest
yield/plot (330 kg) followed by Sirjana (311 kg). The highest fruit weight was for
Thims1 (78 g), and the lowest for Bishesh (31.8 g). TSS value was statistically
similar (P>0.05) among the tomato varieties. Besides, this research was aimed
to develop suitable management option to manage root knot nematodes
(Meloidogyne spp.) grown under plastic house. Six types of treatments (mustard
cake @ 50g, poultry manure @ 100g , ormicomin @ 50g, furadan 3G @ 1g and
neemajin @ 1g per plant basis) with control were tested. Ormicomin was the
most effective treatment, which resulted lowest score of nematode in both root
and stem followed by poultry manure and Mustard cake. Neemajin and furadan
showed lowest impact on reducing nematode score.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 59-62 p.[article] Performance of Tomato Varieties in Tunnel House and Efficacy of Different Treatments for Root Knot Nematode Management [printed text] / R. Simkhada, Author ; ,Pokharel, D., Author . - 2012 . - 59-62 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 59-62 p.
Keywords: Furadan, Lycopersicon esculentum, ormicomin, performance, Thims 16 Abstract: Four commercially available tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum, Mill) varieties:
Srijana, Thims 1, Thims 16 and Bishesh were grown in Dhikurpokhari, Kaski to
characterize their morpho-physiological traits and select the best variety for the
hill condition to boost tomato yield in plastic house. Thims16 produced highest
yield/plot (330 kg) followed by Sirjana (311 kg). The highest fruit weight was for
Thims1 (78 g), and the lowest for Bishesh (31.8 g). TSS value was statistically
similar (P>0.05) among the tomato varieties. Besides, this research was aimed
to develop suitable management option to manage root knot nematodes
(Meloidogyne spp.) grown under plastic house. Six types of treatments (mustard
cake @ 50g, poultry manure @ 100g , ormicomin @ 50g, furadan 3G @ 1g and
neemajin @ 1g per plant basis) with control were tested. Ormicomin was the
most effective treatment, which resulted lowest score of nematode in both root
and stem followed by poultry manure and Mustard cake. Neemajin and furadan
showed lowest impact on reducing nematode score.
Title : Meristem Culture of Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata) for Elimination of Citrus Tristeza Virus Material Type: printed text Authors: Radha Panthi, Author ; Ranjit, Mukunda, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 63-68 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: CTV, DAS-ELISA, Meristem Tissue Culture, In vitro Abstract: Mandarin trees grafted on trifoliate orange showing symptoms of citrus tristeza
virus (CTV) such as yellowing of leaves, interveinal chlorosis and stem pitting
were subjected to virus testing by double antibody sandwich enzyme-linked
immuno sorbent assay (DAS-ELISA). Results with optical density (OD405) of
more than 0.5 have confirmed the presence of CTV. Culture of apical meristems
with few leaf primordia ranging from 0.2 to 0.5 mm in diameter has given rise to
virus-free plantlets (OD405 of 0.16) after eight weeks. This technique of
meristem culture may be useful to eliminate viruses from elite mandarin plants.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 63-68 p.[article] Meristem Culture of Mandarin Orange (Citrus reticulata) for Elimination of Citrus Tristeza Virus [printed text] / Radha Panthi, Author ; Ranjit, Mukunda, Author . - 2012 . - 63-68 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 63-68 p.
Keywords: CTV, DAS-ELISA, Meristem Tissue Culture, In vitro Abstract: Mandarin trees grafted on trifoliate orange showing symptoms of citrus tristeza
virus (CTV) such as yellowing of leaves, interveinal chlorosis and stem pitting
were subjected to virus testing by double antibody sandwich enzyme-linked
immuno sorbent assay (DAS-ELISA). Results with optical density (OD405) of
more than 0.5 have confirmed the presence of CTV. Culture of apical meristems
with few leaf primordia ranging from 0.2 to 0.5 mm in diameter has given rise to
virus-free plantlets (OD405 of 0.16) after eight weeks. This technique of
meristem culture may be useful to eliminate viruses from elite mandarin plants.
Title : Response of Seedling Tuber Size and Level of Potash on Growth and Yield of Clonal Progeny of True Potato Seed under Chitwan Condition Material Type: printed text Authors: K. Atreya, Author ; A. Srivastava, Author ; Shakya, S.M., Author ; Shrestha, S.M, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 69-78 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Seedling tuber size, Level of potash, Clonal progeny potato Abstract: A field investigation was carried out during winter season of 2007/08 in the
upland of Horticulture Farm of Institute of the Agriculture and Animal Science,
Rampur, Chitwan, Nepal to evaluate the effect of seedling tuber size and level of
potash on ware potato production of a clonal progeny of hybrid TPS, HPS II/67.
The experiment was laid out in a completely randomized block design having two
factors with sixteen treatment combinations replicated thrice. The treatment
comprised of four seedling tuber size (<5 g, 5-10 g, 10-15 g and >15 g) and four
level of potash (30 kg K2O/ha, 60 kg K2O/ha, 90 kg K2O/ha and 120 kg K2O/ha).
Different sizes of seedling tuber and level of potash significantly affected
emergence, growth, yield and yield attributing characters. Growth parameters
like plant height, number of stem per hill, stem diameter, number of leaves per
plant were found to be influenced significantly due to variation in seedling tuber
size and level of potash. Most of the growth parameters increased with an
increase in seeding tuber size and level of potash. An increase in the level of
potash increases the crop's resistance power against late blight and also helps in
earlier tuber initiation. The highest tuber yield (1.36 kg) per plant was obtained
in treatment combination of >15g seedling tuber size and 120kg K2O/ha.
Increasing the size of seedling tuber and level of potash increases the yield of
different classes of tuber. However, potash is responsible for increasing the
tuber size. The maximum tuber yield was obtained when 10-15 g seedling tuber
was used as a planting material and 120 kg K2O/ha applied. Similarly, the
treatment in combination of 10-15 g seedling tuber size and 120 kg K2O/ha wasfound most effective that gave the highest potato yield (30.03 mt/ha).
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 69-78 p.[article] Response of Seedling Tuber Size and Level of Potash on Growth and Yield of Clonal Progeny of True Potato Seed under Chitwan Condition [printed text] / K. Atreya, Author ; A. Srivastava, Author ; Shakya, S.M., Author ; Shrestha, S.M, Author . - 2012 . - 69-78 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 69-78 p.
Keywords: Seedling tuber size, Level of potash, Clonal progeny potato Abstract: A field investigation was carried out during winter season of 2007/08 in the
upland of Horticulture Farm of Institute of the Agriculture and Animal Science,
Rampur, Chitwan, Nepal to evaluate the effect of seedling tuber size and level of
potash on ware potato production of a clonal progeny of hybrid TPS, HPS II/67.
The experiment was laid out in a completely randomized block design having two
factors with sixteen treatment combinations replicated thrice. The treatment
comprised of four seedling tuber size (<5 g, 5-10 g, 10-15 g and >15 g) and four
level of potash (30 kg K2O/ha, 60 kg K2O/ha, 90 kg K2O/ha and 120 kg K2O/ha).
Different sizes of seedling tuber and level of potash significantly affected
emergence, growth, yield and yield attributing characters. Growth parameters
like plant height, number of stem per hill, stem diameter, number of leaves per
plant were found to be influenced significantly due to variation in seedling tuber
size and level of potash. Most of the growth parameters increased with an
increase in seeding tuber size and level of potash. An increase in the level of
potash increases the crop's resistance power against late blight and also helps in
earlier tuber initiation. The highest tuber yield (1.36 kg) per plant was obtained
in treatment combination of >15g seedling tuber size and 120kg K2O/ha.
Increasing the size of seedling tuber and level of potash increases the yield of
different classes of tuber. However, potash is responsible for increasing the
tuber size. The maximum tuber yield was obtained when 10-15 g seedling tuber
was used as a planting material and 120 kg K2O/ha applied. Similarly, the
treatment in combination of 10-15 g seedling tuber size and 120 kg K2O/ha wasfound most effective that gave the highest potato yield (30.03 mt/ha).
Title : Value chain analysis of carrot seed production in Jumla Material Type: printed text Authors: B. P. Chaulagain, Author ; D. M. Pokharel, Author ; P. R. Rawat, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 79-83 p. Languages : English (eng) Abstract: Carrot seed production is emerging enterprise in Jumla district. The average
production of carrot seed in the district is 1100 kg/year with an average
productivity of 35-40 kg per ropani4 and 388 households involved in the
enterprise. The study aimed to analyze the value chain of carrot seed businesses
in Jumla that covered value chain mapping and assessment of actors in the chain
in terms of production and marketing activities. Many governmental and
nongovernmental service providers are involved in promotion of carrot seed
production. Problems associated with technology delivery in production and post
harvest operation, organization of small producers into groups or cooperatives
and their sustenance, infrastructure and market facilities development, training
of various actors in the value chain, research and development, vertical
networking in the value chain are identified. Congenial policies on production
and marketing of carrot seeds are needed to augment income generation in
marginalized and poor communities.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 79-83 p.[article] Value chain analysis of carrot seed production in Jumla [printed text] / B. P. Chaulagain, Author ; D. M. Pokharel, Author ; P. R. Rawat, Author . - 2012 . - 79-83 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 79-83 p.
Abstract: Carrot seed production is emerging enterprise in Jumla district. The average
production of carrot seed in the district is 1100 kg/year with an average
productivity of 35-40 kg per ropani4 and 388 households involved in the
enterprise. The study aimed to analyze the value chain of carrot seed businesses
in Jumla that covered value chain mapping and assessment of actors in the chain
in terms of production and marketing activities. Many governmental and
nongovernmental service providers are involved in promotion of carrot seed
production. Problems associated with technology delivery in production and post
harvest operation, organization of small producers into groups or cooperatives
and their sustenance, infrastructure and market facilities development, training
of various actors in the value chain, research and development, vertical
networking in the value chain are identified. Congenial policies on production
and marketing of carrot seeds are needed to augment income generation in
marginalized and poor communities.
Title : Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management on the Growth, Yield and Soil Nutrient Status of Brassica oleracea L. Var. Italica Material Type: printed text Authors: B. P. Bhattarai, Author ; Sudha Mishra, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 84-90 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Integrated nutrient management, NPK, Vermi-compost , FYM, Soilnutrient Abstract: An experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of INM in farmers' field at
gatthaghar, Bhaktapur during October, 2011 to February, 2012. Study on the
growt, yield and soil nutrient status of broccoli (Brassica oleracea L. var.
Italica) under integrated nutrient management. There were 7 treatment viz.
1/2NPK +5ton/ha FYM (T1), 3/4NPK +2.5ton/ha FYM (T2), 39.96ton/ha FYM
(T3), 1/2NPK +2ton/ha vermicompost (T4), 3/4NPK +1ton/ha vermicompost (T5),
4ton/ha vermicompost (T6) and control (T7) with 3 replication. The variety used
in the experiment was Centauro. Application of vermicompost and NPK
significantly influenced the growth (Plant height, canopy of plant and number of
leaves) and yield of broccoli (Brassica oleracea L. var. Italica) @ ½ NPK +
2ton /ha vermicompost (T4) showed better growth and yield than other
treatments. The maximum plant height (50.91cm), canopy (51.633cm) and
maximum leaf number (12.56). the maximum yield per plant (1.18kg/plant),
maximum yield per plot (14.2kg/plot) and maximum yield ton/ha (35.5ton/ha)
was obtained from T4. The highest available soil nitrogen status was
339.23kg/ha in T6 , available phosphorus was recorded (132.30kg/ha) in T4 and
maximum available potassium was recorded (495.66kg/ha) in T4.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 84-90 p.[article] Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management on the Growth, Yield and Soil Nutrient Status of Brassica oleracea L. Var. Italica [printed text] / B. P. Bhattarai, Author ; Sudha Mishra, Author . - 2012 . - 84-90 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 84-90 p.
Keywords: Integrated nutrient management, NPK, Vermi-compost , FYM, Soilnutrient Abstract: An experiment was conducted to evaluate the effect of INM in farmers' field at
gatthaghar, Bhaktapur during October, 2011 to February, 2012. Study on the
growt, yield and soil nutrient status of broccoli (Brassica oleracea L. var.
Italica) under integrated nutrient management. There were 7 treatment viz.
1/2NPK +5ton/ha FYM (T1), 3/4NPK +2.5ton/ha FYM (T2), 39.96ton/ha FYM
(T3), 1/2NPK +2ton/ha vermicompost (T4), 3/4NPK +1ton/ha vermicompost (T5),
4ton/ha vermicompost (T6) and control (T7) with 3 replication. The variety used
in the experiment was Centauro. Application of vermicompost and NPK
significantly influenced the growth (Plant height, canopy of plant and number of
leaves) and yield of broccoli (Brassica oleracea L. var. Italica) @ ½ NPK +
2ton /ha vermicompost (T4) showed better growth and yield than other
treatments. The maximum plant height (50.91cm), canopy (51.633cm) and
maximum leaf number (12.56). the maximum yield per plant (1.18kg/plant),
maximum yield per plot (14.2kg/plot) and maximum yield ton/ha (35.5ton/ha)
was obtained from T4. The highest available soil nitrogen status was
339.23kg/ha in T6 , available phosphorus was recorded (132.30kg/ha) in T4 and
maximum available potassium was recorded (495.66kg/ha) in T4.
Title : Market Assessment Survey of Apple grown in Jumla Material Type: printed text Authors: Subedi, G.D., Author ; B. B. Mahat, Author ; D.B. Rawal, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 91-98 p. Languages : English (eng) Abstract: A survey was carried out during June 2011 to provide a concise picture of entire value
chain of apple in Jumla to identify the constraints and opportunities. Primary data
were collected by individual questionnaire fills up, PRA and focus group discussion
whereas secondary data were collected from various publications. The result revelled
that Tatopani, Chandannath and Shinjha were major pockets covering 1574 ha of
land producing 3500 mt apple fruits/annum with an productivity of 6.6 mt/ha. Out of
total production, 43%, 11% and 15% have been used for local consumption,
processing and export respectively whereas 31% fruits were lost due to decay.
Altogether 10 collection centres and 8 cellar stores are operating for collection and
storage of apple fruits respectively. Karnali fruit company, District Cooperative
Federation, local collectors, airport vendors and R. K. Apple processing and
Horticulture distillery are the major collectors in the district whereas B. H.
Enterprise- Kathmandu was major contractor for trading organic certified apples.
The price of apple fixed by DCF at Jumla airport ranges from NRs 15-35/kg for
organic certified apples whereas NRs 15-30/kg for non organic apples depending
upon grade. Transportation cost via aeroplane was NRs 25/kg whereas via truck was
NRs 4/kg. Bhatbhatene supermarket, fruit stalls, vendors were major retailers of
Jumla apple. R. K. Apple processing and Horticullture Distillary supplying organic
brandy, Organic juice, jam and dried apple slice to Jumla Kosheli Ghar, Jumla
organic multipurpose co-operative and Anurag Trade concern at Kalanki. Study
showed that Nepal produce 41755 mt of fresh apple per annum, however, most of them
are being consumed locally. Due to lack of storage, transportation and proper
marketing facilities, Indian and Chinese apple fruits arrive in Nepalese market after
November as an consequence, Nepal imports 37400 mt of apple, out of which 92% of
the apple demand in urban markets is being met from imports i. e. 65% is from China,
India (22%) and developed countries (5%). Thus we can conclude that Jumla apples
taste is best in terms of its juiciness, crunchiness and sweetness, which can fetch NRs
20 to NRs 25 higher price/kg than Chinese and Indian apples provided they can be
improved in terms of size, appearance and colour in the following years.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 91-98 p.[article] Market Assessment Survey of Apple grown in Jumla [printed text] / Subedi, G.D., Author ; B. B. Mahat, Author ; D.B. Rawal, Author . - 2012 . - 91-98 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 91-98 p.
Abstract: A survey was carried out during June 2011 to provide a concise picture of entire value
chain of apple in Jumla to identify the constraints and opportunities. Primary data
were collected by individual questionnaire fills up, PRA and focus group discussion
whereas secondary data were collected from various publications. The result revelled
that Tatopani, Chandannath and Shinjha were major pockets covering 1574 ha of
land producing 3500 mt apple fruits/annum with an productivity of 6.6 mt/ha. Out of
total production, 43%, 11% and 15% have been used for local consumption,
processing and export respectively whereas 31% fruits were lost due to decay.
Altogether 10 collection centres and 8 cellar stores are operating for collection and
storage of apple fruits respectively. Karnali fruit company, District Cooperative
Federation, local collectors, airport vendors and R. K. Apple processing and
Horticulture distillery are the major collectors in the district whereas B. H.
Enterprise- Kathmandu was major contractor for trading organic certified apples.
The price of apple fixed by DCF at Jumla airport ranges from NRs 15-35/kg for
organic certified apples whereas NRs 15-30/kg for non organic apples depending
upon grade. Transportation cost via aeroplane was NRs 25/kg whereas via truck was
NRs 4/kg. Bhatbhatene supermarket, fruit stalls, vendors were major retailers of
Jumla apple. R. K. Apple processing and Horticullture Distillary supplying organic
brandy, Organic juice, jam and dried apple slice to Jumla Kosheli Ghar, Jumla
organic multipurpose co-operative and Anurag Trade concern at Kalanki. Study
showed that Nepal produce 41755 mt of fresh apple per annum, however, most of them
are being consumed locally. Due to lack of storage, transportation and proper
marketing facilities, Indian and Chinese apple fruits arrive in Nepalese market after
November as an consequence, Nepal imports 37400 mt of apple, out of which 92% of
the apple demand in urban markets is being met from imports i. e. 65% is from China,
India (22%) and developed countries (5%). Thus we can conclude that Jumla apples
taste is best in terms of its juiciness, crunchiness and sweetness, which can fetch NRs
20 to NRs 25 higher price/kg than Chinese and Indian apples provided they can be
improved in terms of size, appearance and colour in the following years.
Title : Research and Development of Floriculture in Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: U. Pun, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 99-103 p. Languages : English (eng) Abstract: This article highlights the current status of floriculture research in Nepal and the role
different organization has played. It examines both research and development role of
various organizations such as university, research organization and development
agencies both from government and non-government sector. The current problems of
the industry are mentioned, and a new approach has been proposed to make both
research and development of floriculture more effective.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 99-103 p.[article] Research and Development of Floriculture in Nepal [printed text] / U. Pun, Author . - 2012 . - 99-103 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 99-103 p.
Abstract: This article highlights the current status of floriculture research in Nepal and the role
different organization has played. It examines both research and development role of
various organizations such as university, research organization and development
agencies both from government and non-government sector. The current problems of
the industry are mentioned, and a new approach has been proposed to make both
research and development of floriculture more effective.
Title : Status of Sweet Orange (Junar) Production in Sindhuli District of Nepal Material Type: printed text Authors: D. Adhikari, Author ; D. B. Rayamajhi, Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 104-109 p. Languages : English (eng) Keywords: Junar, Sindhuli, area and production. Abstract: Junar (Citrus sinensis) is important cash generating fruit crop in Sindhuli district. The
survey was conducted in junar growing VDCs of Sindhuli district during Aug.-Sept.
2011. Semi-structured questionnaire was used to interview the junar growers and key
informants. This survey report highlights the status of junar cultivation and
postharvest management of in Sindhuli district. From the study, it was found that in
Sindhuli district junar is grown in 45 Village Development Committees with 1077.5
ha. total and 565.5 ha fruit bearing area.The total production of junar was 6868.25
mt. Out of total production 5-25 % junar was used as home consumption and rest was
sold in the market. Nearly 15 % of junar that reached market was used for processing
and rest was consumed as fresh fruit.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 104-109 p.[article] Status of Sweet Orange (Junar) Production in Sindhuli District of Nepal [printed text] / D. Adhikari, Author ; D. B. Rayamajhi, Author . - 2012 . - 104-109 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 104-109 p.
Keywords: Junar, Sindhuli, area and production. Abstract: Junar (Citrus sinensis) is important cash generating fruit crop in Sindhuli district. The
survey was conducted in junar growing VDCs of Sindhuli district during Aug.-Sept.
2011. Semi-structured questionnaire was used to interview the junar growers and key
informants. This survey report highlights the status of junar cultivation and
postharvest management of in Sindhuli district. From the study, it was found that in
Sindhuli district junar is grown in 45 Village Development Committees with 1077.5
ha. total and 565.5 ha fruit bearing area.The total production of junar was 6868.25
mt. Out of total production 5-25 % junar was used as home consumption and rest was
sold in the market. Nearly 15 % of junar that reached market was used for processing
and rest was consumed as fresh fruit.
Title : Management of Government Owned Horticulture Farms Material Type: printed text Authors: Kaini, B.R., Author Publication Date: 2012 Article on page: 110-115 p. Languages : English (eng) Abstract: At present, there are 21 government horticulture farms under the Department of
Agriculture and 4 under NARC. The NARC also has horticultural units in Agricultural
Research Stations of Pakhribas, Tarahara, Parwanipur, Lumle, and Nepalgunj. There
are abundant examples of positive contributions made by government farms to
horticulture development. Apple production in Jumla and Mustang, vegetable seed
production in Rukum, junar production in Sindhuli and Ramechhap and fresh
vegetable production in Kavre, Dhading, Sarlahi, Para, Parsa, Rautahot and
mandarin orange production in Dhankuta are some of the examples of farm
contributions. The system of farm operation has not been effective due to the many
reasons: Basic objectives assigned to the government farms at the time of their
establishment are now redundant as private sectors and NGOs have started to take up
some of those functions. Thus, the roles of the government farms should be redefined
in the changed context and management system needs to be adjusted accordingly.
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 110-115 p.[article] Management of Government Owned Horticulture Farms [printed text] / Kaini, B.R., Author . - 2012 . - 110-115 p.
Languages : English (eng)
in Nepalese Horticulture > v. 8/9 [07/25/2012] . - 110-115 p.
Abstract: At present, there are 21 government horticulture farms under the Department of
Agriculture and 4 under NARC. The NARC also has horticultural units in Agricultural
Research Stations of Pakhribas, Tarahara, Parwanipur, Lumle, and Nepalgunj. There
are abundant examples of positive contributions made by government farms to
horticulture development. Apple production in Jumla and Mustang, vegetable seed
production in Rukum, junar production in Sindhuli and Ramechhap and fresh
vegetable production in Kavre, Dhading, Sarlahi, Para, Parsa, Rautahot and
mandarin orange production in Dhankuta are some of the examples of farm
contributions. The system of farm operation has not been effective due to the many
reasons: Basic objectives assigned to the government farms at the time of their
establishment are now redundant as private sectors and NGOs have started to take up
some of those functions. Thus, the roles of the government farms should be redefined
in the changed context and management system needs to be adjusted accordingly.
