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Kodo cultivation declines in Jumla despite high demand

Agriculture officials report a shrinking farming population even as demand for flour rises.

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  • Kodo cultivation is decreasing in Jumla according to the agriculture development office.
  • Market demand for kodo flour remains high despite the drop in local production.
  • Rambhakta Adhikari notes that fewer people are choosing to grow the crop.

Farming of kodo in Jumla is witnessing a steady drop in the number of people engaged in the agricultural activity. According to the chief of the agriculture development office, Rambhakta Adhikari, fewer residents are currently cultivating the crop compared to previous periods. The reduction in farming activity stands in contrast to market conditions within the region. Demand for kodo flour has surged significantly among consumers, creating a notable gap between local agricultural output and market requirements according to the district office. Local agricultural monitors continue to observe these shifting trends in production and consumption patterns across the district. Officials emphasize that while interest in growing the crop is fading among farmers, buyers continue to seek out the milled product in substantial quantities.

From public sources and the WeNepal research team

https://wenepal.com/article/kodo-cultivation-declines-in-jumla-despite-high-demand-20261026

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