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Organic Timur Cultivation: A Model for Jadibuti Farming Success
Organic Timur Cultivation: A Model for Jadibuti Farming Success
Nov 17, 2024

[video width="848" height="478" mp4="https://familyforestnepal.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Video.mp4"][/video]   Min Bahadur KC, Tulsipur Sub-metropolitan , Ward no: 1 I am attracted towards timur cultivation because the investment is low and with this low investment, we get more income and it is also jadibuti farming. Two years ago, AFFON has…

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पारिवारिक निजी वन र महिलाको आर्थिक सशक्तीकरण
पारिवारिक निजी वन र महिलाको आर्थिक सशक्तीकरण
Oct 21, 2024

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Facing Climate Change: The Dangerous Impact of Wildfires and Forest Destruction on Flora and Human Existence in Nepal
Facing Climate Change: The Dangerous Impact of Wildfires and Forest Destruction on Flora and Human Existence in Nepal
Aug 21, 2024

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Dang has increased its medicinal herb production, with timur being the most produced.
Dang has increased its medicinal herb production, with timur being the most produced.
Jul 23, 2024

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National Workshop on Family Forestry and Third National General Assembly
National Workshop on Family Forestry and Third National General Assembly
Jun 18, 2024

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The second general assembly of the  Association Of Family Forest owner’s, Nepal, District Branch Mahottari, has been successfully completed.
The second general assembly of the Association Of Family Forest owner’s, Nepal, District Branch Mahottari, has been successfully completed.
Apr 22, 2024

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Agrobiodiversity International Conference: Association of Family Forest Owners, Nepal (AFFON) Participation and Timur Stall Exhibition
Agrobiodiversity International Conference: Association of Family Forest Owners, Nepal (AFFON) Participation and Timur Stall Exhibition
Apr 16, 2024

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International Conference on Agrobiodiversity, Pokhara Nepal
International Conference on Agrobiodiversity, Pokhara Nepal
Apr 12, 2024

International Conference on Agrobiodiversity, Pokhara Nepal for "Sharing best Practice in Nature-based Solutions and from Forest and Farm Producer Organizations" from 9 to 12 April, going on, Delegates around the world visiting Timur Stall of AFFON. AFFON would like to appreciate to Mr. Luis Miguel…

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Association of Family Forest Owners, Nepal 10th Established Day and High-Level Policy Dialogue
Association of Family Forest Owners, Nepal 10th Established Day and High-Level Policy Dialogue
Mar 07, 2024

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International Family Forest Alliance (IFFA) Chairperson, Hubert De Schorlemer Visited Nepal
International Family Forest Alliance (IFFA) Chairperson, Hubert De Schorlemer Visited Nepal
Mar 04, 2024

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Discussion on mountain issues with mountain partnership representative Rosa Laura during the world social forum!
Discussion on mountain issues with mountain partnership representative Rosa Laura during the world social forum!
Feb 18, 2024

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निजी वन दर्ता अब पालिकाबाट
निजी वन दर्ता अब पालिकाबाट
Feb 11, 2024

बाइस वर्षअघि लगाइएको निजी जग्गाको सालका रूख कटान प्रतिबन्ध खुला भएको छ।  सरकारले राजपत्रमा प्रकाशन गरेको सूचनाअनुसार विसं २०५८ कात्तिक १६ मा लगाएको प्रतिबन्ध ‘निजी वन दर्ता गरेर काट्न पाइने’ भनेर विसं २०८० मङ्सिर ७ मा जनाएसँगै सालका रूख कटान अवरोध हटेको हो। यससँगै नुवाकोटमा…

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A Meeting with Mountain Partnership’s Rosalaura
A Meeting with Mountain Partnership’s Rosalaura
Dec 08, 2023

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The panoramic view of our family forest is mesmerizing .
The panoramic view of our family forest is mesmerizing .
Nov 10, 2023

Rukum West, Chaurjahari Municipality, Ward No. 5 - Khahare, an unexplored gem. The panoramic view of our family forest is mesmerizing . [video width="1280" height="716" mp4="https://familyforestnepal.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Rukum-West-__-Chaurjahari-Municipality-ward-no.5-__-Khahareखहरे-__-unexplored-Area.mp4"][/video]  

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Muktinath Timsina , a diligent farmer from the Shuklagandaki Municipality Tanahun District.
Muktinath Timsina , a diligent farmer from the Shuklagandaki Municipality Tanahun District.
Nov 07, 2023

Muktinath Timsina, a diligent farmer from the Shuklagandaki municipality  Tanahun District, exemplifies the art of tree care through plating, thinning, and pruning. His dedication to nurturing his land not only ensures the health of his trees but also contributes to the flourishing ecosystem of the…

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Collaborative Forest Management Meeting with Shinichi Mori (JICA)
Collaborative Forest Management Meeting with Shinichi Mori (JICA)
Nov 06, 2023

Today, we had the privilege of hosting a significant meeting at the AFFON office in Shantinagar, Kathmandu. We were honored to welcome Shinichi Mori from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) about about Agroforestry , scientific wood treatment ,forest management and Forest enterprises.

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Meeting with Tony and AFFON team at AFFON office .
Meeting with Tony and AFFON team at AFFON office .
Oct 28, 2023

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Model Agroforestry of Sub metro municipality ward 1 Tinmohane Dang
Model Agroforestry of Sub metro municipality ward 1 Tinmohane Dang
Oct 27, 2023

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विजया दशमी तथा शुभ दीपावली २०८० को हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभ-कामना !
विजया दशमी तथा शुभ दीपावली २०८० को हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभ-कामना !
Oct 19, 2023

विजया दशमी तथा शुभ दीपावली २०८० को को उपलक्ष्यमा पारिवारिक निजी वन किसानहरू, प्राकृतिक श्रोत संरक्षण र व्यावस्थापनका अभियान्ताहरू तथा देश, विदेशमा रहनु भएका समस्त नेपालीहरूमा सुख, शान्ति, समृद्धि तथा उत्तरोत्तर प्रगतिको हार्दिक मंगलमय शुभ कामना !

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Hard work in Kiwi and Timur farming yields 10 lakhs annually.
Hard work in Kiwi and Timur farming yields 10 lakhs annually.
Sep 27, 2023

Leela Bahadur Gharti's relentless dedication and unwavering determination have paved the way for one man's remarkable achievement. His extraordinary efforts and self-belief have played a pivotal role in helping him earn 10 lakhs annually. We salute his hard work and determination for his success and…

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Stories from the Field: Khem Narayan Dhungana
Stories from the Field: Khem Narayan Dhungana
Aug 24, 2023

Khem Narayan Dhungana is from Ward no. 5 of Bardaghat Municipality in Parasi district, is the Treasurer of the Association of Family Forest Owners (AFFON), and is fully committed to preserving the pristine forests in his area. Khem is also actively involved in educating his fellow villagers on the…

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Successful Tree Planting Program Concludes in Tulsipur 3 Balle, Promoting Collaboration and Conservation
Successful Tree Planting Program Concludes in Tulsipur 3 Balle, Promoting Collaboration and Conservation
Jul 17, 2023

In a remarkable joint effort, the Association of Family Forest Owners Dang and Pratapkot Agricultural Forest Cooperative, in collaboration with the Division Forest Office Dang, successfully concluded a tree planting program in Tulsipur 3 Balle. The event witnessed the active participation of esteemed personalities and…

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Fruit Sapling Distribution Program in Banke
Fruit Sapling Distribution Program in Banke
Jul 13, 2023

Association of Family Forest Owners Nepal (AFFON), Banke, in coordination with the Division Forest Office, successfully distributed and planted 11,800 saplings of valuable fruits such as Mango, litchi, and Jackfruit in Janki Rural Municipality Ward No. 2 and 4 on private land. The program was…

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Fruit Sapling Distribution Program in Bardiya
Fruit Sapling Distribution Program in Bardiya
Jun 30, 2023

On the occasion of the 6th National Tree Plantation Day, the Association of Family Forest Nepal, Bardia, has successfully completed a fruit sapling distribution program in collaboration with the Division Forest Office Bardia. This initiative aimed to promote and encourage tree planting among individuals and…

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भविष्यको पेन्सन बन्न सक्छ टिमुर खेती
भविष्यको पेन्सन बन्न सक्छ टिमुर खेती
Jun 07, 2023

वनस्पति विभागले ३३ जडिबुटीलाई प्राथमिकतामा राखेको छ । तीमध्ये टिमुर पनि एक हो । टिमुर रुटेसी वानस्पतिक परिवारमा पर्ने ३-५ मिटर अग्लो, काँडेदार, सुगन्धित, सानो रुख वा झाडी वर्गको, पतझड वनस्पति हो । यो हिमालय क्षेत्रमा प्राकृतिक अवस्थामा ११ सयदेखि २५ सयमिटरसम्मको उचाइमा पाइन्छ ।…

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The family forest established by farmers in Damak-10 has reached a height of 25 feet within a period of six years.
The family forest established by farmers in Damak-10 has reached a height of 25 feet within a period of six years.
Jun 07, 2023

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A model of Agroforestry in Nepal
A model of Agroforestry in Nepal
Jun 07, 2023

The term agroforestry (AF) comes from two English words Agriculture and Forestry. AF is intensive land-use management combining trees and/or shrubs with crops and/or livestock. It is a suitable land-management system that increases total production, combines agricultural crops, tree crops, forest plants, and or animals simultaneously or sequentially,…

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Field Visit to Observe Agroforestry Model
Field Visit to Observe Agroforestry Model
May 16, 2023

The Association for the Future of Nepalese Forests (AFFON) expresses profound gratitude to the officials from the World Bank for their visit to "Dhungana Integrated Agroforestry Farm." The World Bank team conducted a field visit to observe our agroforestry model in Paldada, Bardaghat-5, Nawalparasi, Nepal.…

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Building Sustainable Livelihoods: The Role of Agroforestry and Timbur Production for Family Forest Farmers
Building Sustainable Livelihoods: The Role of Agroforestry and Timbur Production for Family Forest Farmers
Apr 26, 2023

[video width="1280" height="720" mp4="https://familyforestnepal.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/पारिवारिक-निजि-बन-संघ-को-फाइनल-भिडियो-1.mp4"][/video] The terraces of Pratapkot, Tulsipur are now green with Timbur plants, thanks to the efforts of AFFON and local farmers who have planted them on private land. The plants not only make the hill beautiful but also provide a strong source…

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28 permissible wood Species Produced on Private Land for Collection, Sale, and Transportation
28 permissible wood Species Produced on Private Land for Collection, Sale, and Transportation
Apr 26, 2023

According to the Forest Act of 2076, the Government of Nepal has permitted the collection, sale, and transportation of 28 wood species as agricultural products, without the need for permission from forest authorities.      

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AFFON’s 9th anniversary celebration program
AFFON’s 9th anniversary celebration program
Apr 25, 2023

On March 8th, 2023, AFFON celebrated its 9th anniversary in Kathmandu, Nepal with the participation of members of parliament, government agencies, donors, partner organizations, family forest farmers, media personnel, steering committee members, general members, and staff. The Chief Guest of the event, Hon. Ganesh Timilsina,…

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Brief Details of Some High-value Crops
Brief Details of Some High-value Crops
Jan 31, 2023

       

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Interaction Program in Hupsekot, Nawalpur between the Central and District Committee
Interaction Program in Hupsekot, Nawalpur between the Central and District Committee
Sep 30, 2022

The Association of Family Forest Owners, Nepal (AFFON) with associated with IDRC organised an interaction program in Hepsekot VDC of Nawalpur District with the chairperson of the District Committee Mr Humnath Pandey and other members to talk about the challenges, scope, and opportunities to move…

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Business Promotion, Entrepreneurship and Marketing Training for the farmers of Tulsipur
Business Promotion, Entrepreneurship and Marketing Training for the farmers of Tulsipur
Sep 18, 2022

From 25/05/2079 to 28/05/2079, Afon-Dang successfully completed the "Business Promotion, Entrepreneurship and Marketing" training in Tulsipur, Dang with the support of FFF. This training was given to the farmers of Ward No. 1, 3 & 4 for 4 days about business promotion, value addition and…

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Closing ceremony of plantation program with British Council #COP26
Closing ceremony of plantation program with British Council #COP26
Sep 07, 2022

AFFON organized the closing ceremony of plantation program in Dhulikhel. As part of 15,000 trees in this monsoon season people from various sectors attended the plantation program. AFFON is very thankful to Shahida MacDougall, country director British Council, Pauline Seenan, Development Director at British Embassy…

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Teej Celebration 2079
Teej Celebration 2079
Aug 29, 2022

Some glimpses of the "Teej Program" organized on the occasion of Teej 2079, the great festival of Nepalese women, organised in the courtyard of Shantinagar, the central office of Family Private Forest Association, Nepal. This program was dedicated to all the women who have been…

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Meeting with Minister of Forest and Environment
Meeting with Minister of Forest and Environment
Aug 16, 2022

AFFON has submitted the position paper to Hon. Minister Pradeep Yadav, Ministry of Forest and Environment, demands the family forest owner's friendly provisions in the Forest Regulation 2079.    

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Plantation on Dhullikhel Ward no. 11 ( Dadagaun )
Plantation on Dhullikhel Ward no. 11 ( Dadagaun )
Aug 16, 2022

#TreePlantation On 16th August 2022, we were at Dhulikhel ward 11, where we continued the tree plantation campaign. Together with partners British Council (Nepal) and Green Intelligence, we distributed more than 2000 pant seedlings to the local farmers of Dhulikhel Ward no. 11.

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241 thousands kilos of Timur has been exported from Dang in last year.
241 thousands kilos of Timur has been exported from Dang in last year.
Aug 04, 2022

Division Forest Office Ghorahi Dang said that 438 thousand 952 kg worth of herbs were exported from the national forest and private forest area. Most Timur has been exported from Dang. Look for the article in the link :- https://ujyaaloonline.com/story/73470/2022/7/30/export-of-241-thousand-kilos-of-timur-from-dang?fbclid=IwAR2I7DUm8WEqD2OApSCnT5LPVn-btTulZYjniwsfyz4uJ9VUEeVKU9WHFEM

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Tree Plantation in Dhullikhel
Tree Plantation in Dhullikhel
Aug 04, 2022

On 30 July we were at Kathmandu University, Dhulikhel, where the plantation campaign was continued in partnership with British Council Nepal, Green Intelligence, and the students from Environmental Science and Engineering, we planted 120 fruit trees within the university premises. Kathmandu University is an important…

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Plantation Program in Tulsipur, Dang.
Plantation Program in Tulsipur, Dang.
Jul 10, 2022

Association of Family Forest Owners, Nepal had organized a plantation program with the support from  Municipality and Division Forest Office where Timur plant and other high-value crops were planted in Tulsipur Ward 1, 3, and 4.

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Transporting seeds from Ghorahi Forest Division Forest Office to Tulsipur, Dang.
Transporting seeds from Ghorahi Forest Division Forest Office to Tulsipur, Dang.
Jul 06, 2022

AFFON- Dang transported seeds from DFO office, Ghorahi to Tulsipur, Dang for the upcoming plantation program of FFF. So, here are a glimpse of the transportation of seeds in some photos mentioned below:-

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Inauguration program of  15000 tree plantation campaign by planting 200 trees at Dhulikhel Recreational Park.
Inauguration program of 15000 tree plantation campaign by planting 200 trees at Dhulikhel Recreational Park.
Jul 03, 2022

On 1st July 2022/ 17th Ashad 2079 Dhulikhel Municipality with support from the Association of Family Forest Owners Nepal and The Green Intelligence started a campaign to plant 15,000 trees in the municipality. The inauguration program was successfully completed with the chairmanship of the AFFON's…

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Interaction Workshop between AFFON, Family Forest Farmers, Stakeholders and Local Government.
Interaction Workshop between AFFON, Family Forest Farmers, Stakeholders and Local Government.
Jun 10, 2022

Association of Family Forest Owners, Nepal had organized a workshop in Sindhupalchowk district’s Barhabise Municipality where interaction related to family forest’s current state, challenges and opportunities was discussed between local government, family forest farmers and other stakeholders.

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Government” Now trees on the private land can be sold like agricultural crops.
Government” Now trees on the private land can be sold like agricultural crops.
Jun 02, 2022

Thanks, for the government's decision made on behalf of the entire family of private forest farmers. In addition, AFFON's rights-oriented advocacy for farmers' rights will continue as always. Link:- https://www.onlinekhabar.com/2022/05/1135080?fbclid=IwAR0D_r4KK7eWgM_WWd0TfhKqbyGNhj-fESkO_dNG_5PPHJZ1GKz5pqwmZEY

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Monitoring and Interaction Program with CISU
Monitoring and Interaction Program with CISU
Apr 07, 2022

CISU representation from Denmark had visited AFFON's project sites along with an interaction program with forest farmers and AFFON central team. Family forests in Gorkha were monitored and interacted with the AFFON team about the AFFON's initiations, achievements, and future focus.

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Discussion and Field visit with Global Evergreen Alliance
Discussion and Field visit with Global Evergreen Alliance
Mar 24, 2022

AFFON and Global Evergreen Alliance representaive Dr. Jagadish Timsina went to the forest of Bhaktapur to discuss the family forest issues and future opportunities to help the farmers of the area.      

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Sub-metropolitan level meetings with the members of cross-sectoral forum and other stakeholders.
Sub-metropolitan level meetings with the members of cross-sectoral forum and other stakeholders.
Mar 17, 2022

AFFON organized a sub-metropolitan level meeting with the members of the cross-sectoral forum and other stakeholders at Tulsipur, Dang with the support from FFF. The program was done with the advisory of Mr Ghanshyam Pandey who is the mayor of Tulsipur and Mr Jog Raj…

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“AFFON DAY” 8th Year Anniversary
“AFFON DAY” 8th Year Anniversary
Feb 23, 2022

On the occasion of AFFON’s 8th establishment day and 112th International Women’s Day, AFFON has organized a program on 8th March in Kathmandu. Honorable Ram Sahay Prasad Yadav, Forest and Environment Minister was the chief guest of the program where presentations on global scenario of…

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A 65 years old manages a model farm!
A 65 years old manages a model farm!
Apr 11, 2020

Association of Family Forest Owners Nepal (AFFON) member Mr. Laxmi Bahadur Khadka, 65 years old resident of Baghkhor in Banke district, has established a model farm. Mr. Khadka has maintained the farm in 4 bighas (0.6482 ha) of his farmland.  Masala ( ), Tik (Tectona…

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A beautiful Family Forest in Jhapa !
A beautiful Family Forest in Jhapa !
Feb 18, 2020

Video Credit: Rajendra Bhatta Please follow the link below for further perusal: https://www.facebook.com/100009399210371/videos/2108378692818751/

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Woes of being forest farmer!
Woes of being forest farmer!
Feb 16, 2020

A member of Family Forest Owners Nepal (AFFON) Banke has established a nursery of lahare pipal(Ficus religiosa) spread over two bighas of private land (0.8 ha). Mr.Yam Bahadur Khadka, recident of Chapaurgaudhi district of Banke(western Nepal), owner of the nursery, has grown about one lakh…

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Banke observed plantation!
Banke observed plantation!
Feb 16, 2020

AFFON Banke organised plantation program during the first week of September. The plantation was mainly conducted in the Khaskusma VDC ward no.8 Chapargaudi (Banke district, western Nepal). 50 farmers planted 25ooo saplings of different species including Tik(Tectona grandis) , Masala (), Saal (Shorea robusta), bakaino…

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AFFONs District Chapters getting functional!
AFFONs District Chapters getting functional!
Feb 16, 2020

AFFONs district Chapter Banke, organised an introductory mass meeting at Khajura Khurda VDC of Bake, Western Nepal, on 23rd April 2016. Family forest owners from the surrounding 9 VDCs marked their participation on the event with Mr Jog Raj Giri, Chairman AFFON as Chief Guest and…

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AFFON at XIV WFC 2015 (7-11 September, 2015)
AFFON at XIV WFC 2015 (7-11 September, 2015)
Feb 16, 2020

(XIV WFC 2015): 7-11 September, 2015 Forests & People: Investing in a Sustainable Future The XIV World Forestry Congress hosted by the Republic of South Africa was the first to be held in Africa. The Congress brought together the global forestry community (inclusive participation with…

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Kachahari on Pro-poor Forest Governance: Issues and Challenges
Kachahari on Pro-poor Forest Governance: Issues and Challenges
Feb 16, 2020

The one day intensive discussion program was jointly organized by AFFON and KIRDARC with the financial support of Multi Stakeholders Forestry Program on 13th of July 2015 at Uddhami Ghar, Buddhanagar, Kathmandu. The event had marked the presence of around 50 participants covering wide range…

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