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The second day of the Knowledge-Sharing Workshop, themed “Scaling Good Practices in Rangeland Restoration through the Ya...
17/09/2026

The second day of the Knowledge-Sharing Workshop, themed “Scaling Good Practices in Rangeland Restoration through the Yak Chauri Farmers’ Federation Nepal,” was successfully held at the Department of Livestock Services, Harihar Bhawan, Lalitpur.

Organized by the Department of Livestock Services in collaboration with ICIMOD and YCFFN, the programme brought together government representatives, experts, provincial and district leaders, and members of the Federation.

The discussions reviewed YCFFN’s progress from 2023 to 2026 and explored ways to scale successful practices in rangeland restoration, sustainable grazing management, climate adaptation, and livelihood diversification. Participants jointly developed and validated a roadmap for scaling these practices through YCFFN.

The programme also highlighted regional cooperation through the Himalayan Yak Herders Network, investment opportunities for nature-based solutions, and stronger partnerships for sustainable rangeland management and resilient pastoral livelihoods across the Himalayan region.

A Knowledge-Sharing Workshop on “Translating Evidence from Rangeland Restoration Pilots in Nepal and Bhutan into Nepal’s...
17/09/2026

A Knowledge-Sharing Workshop on “Translating Evidence from Rangeland Restoration Pilots in Nepal and Bhutan into Nepal’s Rangeland Policy” was successfully held at the Federal Parliament Secretariat, Singha Durbar, Kathmandu.

Organized by the Public Policy and Delegated Legislation Committee of the National Assembly in collaboration with ICIMOD, the workshop brought together policymakers, government representatives, researchers, development partners, and pastoral organizations.

The discussions highlighted field-based evidence from Nepal and Bhutan, sustainable grazing management, community-led restoration, digital mapping, and nature-based solutions. The workshop also identified key recommendations for Nepal’s revised National Rangeland Policy and emphasized scaling successful restoration practices through the Yak Chauri Farmers’ Federation Nepal.

This marks an important step toward resilient rangelands, stronger pastoral livelihoods, and a sustainable future for Nepal’s highlands.

Strengthening Regional Cooperation for Himalayan Yak Herders at UNCCD COP17, Mongolia 🇳🇵🇧🇹On the sidelines of the 17th S...
30/08/2026

Strengthening Regional Cooperation for Himalayan Yak Herders at UNCCD COP17, Mongolia 🇳🇵🇧🇹
On the sidelines of the 17th Session of the Conference of the Parties (UNCCD COP17) in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, a productive bilateral meeting was held between the Hon'ble Minister of Agriculture and Livestock of the Royal Government of Bhutan and the Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, Government of Nepal, with the participation of representatives from the Yak Chauri Farmers' Federation Nepal (YCFFN).
The discussion focused on strengthening Nepal–Bhutan cooperation in:
1. Sustainable rangeland restoration and management;
2. Conservation and sustainable development of yak and chauri farming;
3. Improving the livelihoods of Himalayan yak herders;
4. Addressing the impacts of climate change on high-altitude pastoral communities; and
Advancing the establishment of the Himalayan Yak Herders' Network as a regional platform for collaboration among yak herders of Bhutan, Nepal, and India.
During the meeting, the Secretary of Nepal's Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development expressed support for the participation of the Yak Chauri Farmers' Federation Nepal in the Himalayan Yak Herders' Network and reaffirmed the Ministry's commitment to providing the necessary support to strengthen Nepal's engagement in this regional initiative.
The Himalayan Yak Herders' Network aims to enhance regional cooperation, promote knowledge exchange, conserve yak genetic resources, strengthen sustainable pastoral livelihoods, and advance the conservation and restoration of the fragile Himalayan rangelands.
YCFFN extends its sincere appreciation to the Governments of Nepal and Bhutan, as well as ICIMOD, for their continued leadership and commitment towards strengthening regional collaboration for the benefit of Himalayan yak herders and mountain communities.
Together, we are building a stronger future for Himalayan pastoralism.

🇳🇵🇧🇹 UNCCD COP17, मङ्गोलियामा हिमालय क्षेत्रका याक पालकहरूको भविष्यका लागि महत्वपूर्ण छलफल
संयुक्त राष्ट्रसंघीय मरुभूमीकरण विरुद्धको महासन्धि (UNCCD) को COP17, उलानबातार, मङ्गोलियाको अवसरमा भूटान सरकारका माननीय कृषि तथा पशुपन्छी मन्त्री र नेपाल सरकार, कृषि तथा पशुपन्छी विकास मन्त्रालयका सचिव बीच एक महत्वपूर्ण द्विपक्षीय भेटघाट तथा छलफल सम्पन्न भयो। उक्त भेटघाटमा नेपाल याक चौंरी किसान महासंघ (YCFFN) का प्रतिनिधिहरूको पनि सहभागिता रहेको थियो।
छलफलका प्रमुख विषयहरू:
१. हिमाली चरन क्षेत्र (Rangelands) को संरक्षण, पुनर्स्थापना तथा दिगो व्यवस्थापन,
२. याक तथा चौंरी संरक्षण र प्रवर्द्धन,
३.हिमाली याक पालक समुदायको दिगो जीविकोपार्जन,
जलवायु परिवर्तनबाट प्रभावित उच्च हिमाली क्षेत्रका चुनौतीहरू, तथा भूटान, नेपाल र भारतका राष्ट्रिय याक महासंघहरूलाई समेट्ने हिमालयन याक हर्डर्स नेटवर्क (Himalayan Yak Herders' Network) को गठन र सञ्चालनलाई अघि बढाउने विषयमा केन्द्रित रहेको थियो।
छलफलका क्रममा नेपाल सरकार, कृषि तथा पशुपन्छी विकास मन्त्रालयका सचिवज्यूले नेपाल याक चौंरी किसान महासंघलाई हिमालयन याक हर्डर्स नेटवर्कमा आबद्ध हुन आवश्यक सहयोग तथा सहजीकरण गर्ने प्रतिबद्धता व्यक्त गर्नुभयो।
प्रस्तावित हिमालयन याक हर्डर्स नेटवर्क ले भूटान, नेपाल र भारतका याक पालकहरूबीच क्षेत्रीय सहकार्य सुदृढ गर्दै ज्ञान तथा अनुभव आदान–प्रदान, याकको आनुवंशिक स्रोत संरक्षण, दिगो चरन क्षेत्र व्यवस्थापन, जलवायु उत्थानशीलता अभिवृद्धि तथा हिमाली पशुपालक समुदायको जीविकोपार्जन सुदृढीकरणमा महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका खेल्ने अपेक्षा गरिएको छ।
यस महत्वपूर्ण पहललाई सफल बनाउन निरन्तर सहयोग र नेतृत्व प्रदान गर्नुहुने नेपाल सरकार, भूटान सरकार, तथा अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय एकीकृत पर्वतीय विकास केन्द्र (ICIMOD) प्रति याक चौंरी कृषक महासंघ नेपाल हार्दिक आभार व्यक्त गर्दछ।
हिमालयका याक पालकहरूको साझा भविष्यका लागि क्षेत्रीय सहकार्य अझ सुदृढ बनाऔँ।

Yak Festival in the spotlight!It's encouraging to see Nepal's yak culture and the livelihoods of Himalayan herders recei...
29/07/2026

Yak Festival in the spotlight!
It's encouraging to see Nepal's yak culture and the livelihoods of Himalayan herders receiving national media attention. The Yak Festival at Marche Lake highlights the economic, cultural, and tourism potential of yak farming, attracting hundreds of visitors and generating income for local communities.
As the Yak Chauri Farmers' Federation Nepal (YCFFN), we remain committed to promoting sustainable yak farming, improving herders' livelihoods, and conserving Nepal's fragile Himalayan ecosystems.
Adopt the Yak. Save the Himalayas. 🌏🐂

Yak Chauri Farmers’ Federation Nepal (YCFFN) was pleased to be represented at the Opening Ceremony of the 2nd Internatio...
13/07/2026

Yak Chauri Farmers’ Federation Nepal (YCFFN) was pleased to be represented at the Opening Ceremony of the 2nd International Climate Camp (ICC) 2026, held in Kathmandu.

On behalf of YCFFN, Er. Krishna Maharjan, Secretariat Member, shared reflections on the importance of yak and chauri herding in Nepal’s Himalayan region. He highlighted that yak herding is not only a traditional livelihood practice, but also a vital part of mountain culture, biodiversity conservation, food systems, and climate resilience.

The session was held in the presence of the Honorable Minister of Agriculture and Livestock Development, Members of Parliament, climate experts, youth leaders, researchers, and distinguished national and international guests.

YCFFN emphasized that Himalayan herders are among the frontline communities facing the direct impacts of climate change, including changing snowfall patterns, pasture degradation, water scarcity, animal health risks, and increasing livelihood insecurity. Protecting yak and chauri herding means protecting the Himalayas, supporting indigenous knowledge, strengthening mountain economies, and advancing climate justice.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the organizers of the 2nd International Climate Camp 2026 for creating an important platform to bring mountain voices into the climate dialogue.

“Adopt the Yak, Save the Himalayas.”

23/05/2026

'उपेक्षित खर्क, हराउँदै गएको हिमाली पशुपालन'

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18/05/2026

काठमाडौं । विश्वकै प्रतिष्ठित चलचित्र महोत्सवमध्ये एक कान्स फिल्म फेस्टिभलको रेड कार्पेटमा यसपटक नेपाली उद्यम....

16/05/2026

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