How Ribdikot built a Rs460 million farming economy
Summary
Ribdikot Rural Municipality in Palpa has built a Rs460 million farm economy by investing heavily in agriculture and livestock development. More than 1,000 farmers are expanding commercial vegetable, fruit, milk and meat production, with rising incomes and stronger market access.
Key Points
- Ribdikot Rural Municipality has generated more than Rs460 million in annual income from agricultural and livestock products after expanding investment in the sector.
- More than 1,000 farmers are involved in commercial farming, with many returnees from foreign employment and women increasing participation.
- Key products driving turnover include red cherry peppers, tomatoes, oranges, milk, eggs, pork and goat meat.
- Support from Heifer Project Nepal and REDA, along with local subsidies and infrastructure, has helped expand production across all eight wards.
