Organic farmers show way beyond Nepal’s fertiliser crisis
Summary
Farmers in Nepal are overcoming chemical fertiliser shortages by adopting organic farming methods using local resources like green manure and vermicompost, improving soil fertility and crop yields sustainably.
Key Points
- Farmers in parts of Nepal such as Chitwan and Palpa have successfully avoided chemical fertiliser shortages by using organic farming methods.
- Organic alternatives like green manure (dhaincha), vermicompost, and locally produced organic fertilisers are improving soil health and crop yields.
- Local governments, such as Ribdikot Rural Municipality, are investing in organic fertiliser production through public-private partnerships.
- The decline in livestock farming has reduced traditional manure availability, prompting use of green manure crops and other biological fertilisers as sustainable alternatives.
