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Practical Group: Roll No (1-8)

TITLE; PREPARE A REPORT ON FIELD VISIT TO MAKAWANPURGADHI

RURAL MUNICIPALITY

OBJECTIVE
 To know about the extension services provided by the Makawanpurgadhi
rural municipality.
 To know about the agricultural development program planning &
program implementation.
 To know about different working area and activity by municipality.

INTRODUCTION

Makwanpur Rural Municipality is situated in the district of Makwanpur,

covering a total area of 14,873 square kilometers. It constitutes approximately
6.52% of the total area of the district. The rural municipality is located at an
elevation of 1,304 meters above sea level, offering a scenic landscape and
favorable climatic conditions for agriculture.
A significant portion of the land in Makwanpur Rural Municipality is dedicated
to cultivation, accounting for approximately 40-45% of the total area.
Agriculture plays a central role in the local economy, with around 80% of the
population engaged in the agricultural sector. The fertile land and favorable
agricultural practices contribute to the production of various crops, including
staple grains, fruits, vegetables, and cash crops.

In terms of income, the average per capita income in Makwanpur Rural

Municipality is approximately 1410 American dollars. However, it is important
to note that the income levels can vary among individuals and households,
influenced by factors such as occupation, landholding, and access to markets
and resources.
The poverty rate in the rural municipality stands at 12.20%, indicating that a
portion of the population faces economic challenges and requires targeted
interventions to improve their livelihoods. Efforts to address poverty through
poverty alleviation programs, skill development initiatives, and infrastructure
development are crucial for uplifting the living standards of the community.

Overall, Makwanpur Rural Municipality is characterized by its vast

geographical expanse, agricultural prominence, and a significant proportion of
the population engaged in farming. With its rich natural resources, favorable
agricultural conditions, and potential for development, the rural municipality
holds promise for sustainable economic growth and improved living conditions
for its residents.
Area and production of major crops

S.N. Major Crops Area(ha) Production(metric ProductIvity

ton)
1 Rice 1384.00 4844.00 3.5
2 Spring rice 50.00 200.00 4.0
3 Wheat 20.00 40.00 2.0
4 Maize 3235.00 8087.50 2.5
5 Tori 150.00 180.00 1.2
6 Potato 300.00 4200.00 14.0
7 Vegetables 150.00 2700.00 18.0
8 Millet(kodo) 300.00 360.00 1.2
9 Ginger/Turmeric 100.00 1300.00 13.0

Description of total plastic tunnel in Makwanpur Gadi

Ward No. No. of plastic Area of plastic Enclose home

tunnel tunnel axle number
1 27 1,900 20
2 119 12,384 32
3 60 7,384 17
4 35 2,305 23
5 31 1,860 28
6 105 11,858 21
7 100 7560 66
8 353 36,520 82
Total 830 81,767 289

Exportable Crops of Makwanpur Rural

Municipality
 Potato/vegetables
 Ginger/turmeric
 Millet/buckwheat
 Beans/ black gram/soybean/rice bean
 Fruits(banana/lemon/dragon fruit)
 Milk and milk products
METHODOLOGY
A short visit was conducted in the Makawanpurgadhi Rural Municipality,
Makawanpur on 6th Asar 2080 along with our subject teacher Jhalaknath Kandel
sir.
We were taken to an auditorium hall and a brief introduction and extension
work done by Makwanpur RM was given by Extension officer Mr.
Chandrakanta Chaudhary
Data was collected through presentation and Q/A session with him and
observation also.

OBSERVATION

Agricultural Development Program Planning & Program Implementation

Agricultural Development Program Planning and Program Implementation refer
to the process of designing and executing initiatives aimed at promoting
agricultural growth, productivity, sustainability, and rural development. These
programs are typically undertaken by governments, international organizations,
non-profit groups, or agricultural development agencies to address challenges
and capitalize on opportunities in the agricultural sector. Here's an overview of
both aspects:
Agricultural Development Program Planning
a. Needs Assessment.
b. Goal Setting
c. Stakeholder Engagement
d. Program Design
e. Budgeting and Resource Mobilization

Program Implementation
a. Project Management
b. Capacity Building
d. Technology Adoption
e. Monitoring and Evaluation.
f. Collaboration and Partnerships

Participatory program planning

Participatory program planning is an approach to program design and
development that actively involves stakeholders and beneficiaries in the
decision-making process. It recognizes the importance of engaging the people
who are directly affected by the program in shaping its goals, strategies, and
activities.
 Toll level meeting
 Ward level meeting
 Determination of ceiling for branches
 Policy and program presented in the village assembly (Asar 10)
 Budget and program approved by village assembly
 Program preparation and program implementation

Program implementation process

 Publication of public notice/information
 On-site field verification
 Beneficiary selection
 Plan agreements and mandates
 Submission of work completed file along with necessary documents and
demand of payment
 On-site monitoring
 Recommendation from branch for payment
 Final payment(through bank cheque)

Agriculture extension service

The agricultural extension service is a system that provides agricultural
information, education, and advisory services to farmers, rural communities,
and other stakeholders in the agricultural sector. Its main goal is to transfer
knowledge and technologies from agricultural research institutions to farmers,
helping them improve their productivity, income, and overall well-being.

Transfer of technology
The transfer of technology refers to the process of sharing and disseminating
knowledge, skills, and technologies from one entity or context to another. It
involves the transmission of scientific and technical information, inventions,
innovations, and best practices to individuals, organizations, or countries that
can benefit from their application.

Extension service and technology is disseminated in Makanwanpurgadi RM

through following means.

1. Training
- Training related to crop management, livestock management
- Organic farming training
- Agribusiness and protected agricultural training
- Storage and post harvest management training
2. Meeting
- Farmers association conference
- Farmer cooperative monthly meeting
- Sadharan savha and aam vela ,tole meeting, ward meeting
- Farmer field school and village agricultural council meeting

3. Tour
These tours provide opportunities for visitors to learn about specific agricultural
practices and industries of Nepal
- Organic farm tour
- Horticultural farm visit
- Agro tourism visit
- Demonstrative farm visit
4. Mass media (radio, television, newspaper, calendar and social media)
- Radio advertisement
- Disease details and their control measures in calendar
- Awareness and education programne
- Advertisement of their local products like millet, banana and their products.
- Direct contact of farmers with the agricultural technical officer through
messenger and applications.
5. Agricultural communication through digital media
- Website and online portal system
- Mobile application and social media platforms
- Sms service
- Online forum and discussion group
- Webinar and online training
6. Agricultural exhibition and agricultural day for transfer of technology
7. Agricultural fair exhibition
8. Establishment of community based seed bank
9. Participatory research and adaptation
10. Local innovation hub
11. Farmer to farmer knowledge sharing
12. Technology demonstration
13. Establishment of farmer’s field school

Agricultural Technical Services

1. On-Site Technical Service (Farmer's Field/Bari)
2. Crop Remedial Camp
3. Soil Testing Service
4. Digital Technical Services (Messenger/ GeoKrishi)
5. Installation of hoarding boards:
Production Enhancement Program:
Offseason Vegetable Farming: More than 100 polyhouse tunnel established in
Makwanpurgadhi.
Fruit Production
Seed/ Planting materials production

Local Crop Promotion Programme: Local crops refer to agricultural crops

that are cultivated and grown within a specific region or locality. These crops
are adapted to the local climate, soil conditions, and cultural practices and they
play a significant role in the local economy, food security, and cultural heritage
Various local crops
1. Millet (Kodo)
2. Buckwheat (Mithe and Tite)
3. Little millet (Dhan kodo)
4. Sorghum
5. Ammaranthus
Various activities carried out for promoting local crops:
 Expansion of area and Production
 Promotion, advertisement of importance of local available crops and
raising awareness among local.
 Conservation and Preservation
 Minimum support price determination for local crops.
 Management and incentive funds
 Development of value chain of this crop.
 Technology and input promotion
 Involvement of various dishes of local crops in school lunches.

Day Variety of lunch

Sunday Bitten rice and Vegetables
 Monday Rice Pudding
Tuesday Fried chickpea
Wednesday Fried eggs
Thursday Dish of local crops
Friday Fruits

Table: Dishes of local crops in school lunches

Production Based Incentive Grants and Marketing Assistance

Production-based incentive grants are financial incentives provided by
governments or organizations to encourage and support businesses in increasing
their production levels. These grants are typically designed to stimulate
economic growth, create jobs, and promote investment in specific industries or
regions.
Existing: Distribution oriented subsidy system
Program: Reducing the existing distribution oriented subsidy system in
agricultural development program

Production Based Incentive Grants

 Grain legumes (Beans. Soybeans)
 Cereals
 Fruits (Banana. Litchi, Lemon. Dragon fruit)
 Vegetables (Potato)
 Milk
Marketing Assistance
 Bridge between farmer and market
 Determination of Minimum Support Price of Paddy, Millet.
 Tripartite agreement for purchase of paddy between producer farmers
group/agricultural co-operative and buyer co-operative of
Makwanpurgadhi Rural Municipality.
 Production, Branding & Marketing: Millet flour
Kalikhola kodho Pitho( From Asar 15)

Use of barren land and production increases

 Rs 900 incentive subsidy per Ropani to farmers who cultivate in barren
land.
 Rs 2000 per Ropani (from now)
 Coordination with cooperative
 Establishment of cold storage
Supporting and Helping Bodies
 Ministry of Agriculture and livestock development
 Ministry of Agriculture and livestock development (Bagmati Province)
 Local levels
 Bank and Financial institutions
 Agricultural cooperative/Farmers group/Agricultural form/Company and
Farmers
 Seed Bank/Agro vet
 Non governmental institutions
Problems
 Natural disaster
 Agricultural technician
 Wild animals
 Disease
 Insects/Pest
 Herbicides uses
 Problem on 50% subsidy
 Distribution of PAN number to Farmers group
 Others problem
Works to be taken for all Categories of Farmers
 Framers classification and incentive system according to classification
 Access of all farmers to effective agricultural extension and technical
services
 Quality input(Seed, fertilizer, machine) at time
 Availability of irrigation
 Arrangement of agricultural loans easily
 Automatic crop insurance
 Determination of minimum support price for every crop
 Guaranteed sale of agricultural produce

CONCLUSION
Hence, we were able to know about different extension services provided by
the Makawanpurgadhi rural municipality and different working area and
activity by municipality.

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