National Nature Conservation Fund Signs Agreements for Climate-Resilient Food Crops
Summary
The National Nature Conservation Fund has signed agreements with local governments in Chitwan, Makwanpur, and Nawalpur to promote climate-resilient food crops as part of the Gandaki River Basin Climate Resilient Project, funded by the Green Climate Fund.
Key Points
- The National Nature Conservation Fund signed agreements with nine local governments for climate-resilient food crop projects under the Gandaki River Basin Climate Resilient Project.
- The project aims to enhance food security by promoting certified climate-resilient seeds like paddy, wheat, and mustard across 150 hectares.
- The initiative emphasizes linking traditional water management with climate-resilient agricultural practices within the Gandaki watershed rivers.
- International climate finance is critical but challenging to access, with the Fund serving as a bridge between global funds and local implementation.
