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FOREWORD Nepal Agricultural Economics Society (NAES) was founded in 2005 with the aim of serving as a consortium for all theprofessionals relating to the field of agricultural economics and promoting network among them. NAES envisions sustainable and equitable economic development of our country Nepal by working in close coordination with the government offices and other related stakeholders. It is dedicated to serve on skills and knowledge for the advancement of agriculture and make arrangement for exchange of views. After more than a decade of establishment of NAES, it is a matter of pride that ourSociety has been able to congregate many agricultural economists, working in Nepal and beyond, in a single sphere. NAES is growing both qualitatively and quantitatively with the passage of time and we are happy to witness this good scene. The growing number of professional members in our Society inspired us to publish this 'NAES Member's Profile'book. We are optimistic that this profile will serve as a milestone for effective tie up among the professionals working in areas of agricultural economics inside and outside the nation. The publication of this book would never have been possible without supplementation of invaluable information from the life members of our Society. We are highly grateful to all thelife members for positively supporting our effort by providing theirvaluable information. Also, we fully appreciate the effort of Dr. Shiddi Ganesh Shrestha, Ms. BinduPaudel and Mr. SantoshPathak from NAES Secretariat for working days and nights to reshape and publish this volume. Every effort has been taken to avoid errors in this book. However, some typos might have crept in. We highly appreciate all suggestions and comments from the readers and users for the further improvement of this publication. Dr. Yam Bahadur Thapa President, NAES Profile of Nepal Agricultural Economics Society i ii Profile of Nepal Agricultural Economics Society INTRODUCTION Agriculture has been the prime sector of the Nepalese economy. The agricultural development policy and program issues related to natural resources, investment, subsidy/taxes, public/private services, agro- industries, marketing and pricing, and trade are of paramount importance for economic growth and people’s welfare. So, Nepal Agricultural Economics Society (NAES), established in year 2005, has taken onus to pursue these issues, and suggest solutions to the stakeholders. NAES is dedicated to serve on skills and knowledge for agricultural advancement and make arrangement for exchange of views. OBJECTIVES The main objectives of NAES are to: 1. enhance co-operation among the agricultural economists and agricultural scientists to enhance and protect their professional rights and welfare; 2. assess the agricultural policies, development status and problems of farmers and relevant stakeholders for suggesting innovative solutions to all the concerned; 3. suggest to the public and the private agencies on emerging agricultural development issues including marketing system, quality and prices of agricultural inputs and products for the welfare of producers, entrepreneurs and consumers; 4. provide research and consultative services to institutions and individuals; 5. enable members to carry out subject-related consultations and services; 6. support and execute agricultural research on technical, social and economic aspects. MAIN ACTIVITIES NAES carries out the following activities: 1. Arrange offices, fund and personnel to carry out different activities of the Society; 2. Organize conferences, seminars, workshops, trainings, talk programs and interactions among the members and related professionals; 3. Carryout research and consultancy services in the field of agricultural economics and allied aspects; 4. Arrange training programs for the members on new developments in the field; 5. Network with other organizations for professional development and welfare; 6. Regularly publish Journal and other occasional/issue papers; 7. Raise membership and funds; 8. Maintain library and other resource centers; 9. Mobilize funds, get audit and maintain transparency; 10. Conduct other works to fulfill the Society’s objectives. ORGANIZATION The NAES holds general assembly every year. The assembly elects an eleven-member executive committee, appoints auditor, and makes policies. The executive committee members include: President, Vice- President, Secretary General, Directors (three), Treasurer and Members (four). The three directors are: Research and Human Resources Development; Planning, Co-ordination & Monitoring; and Information, Publication and Public Relations. The NAES has three advisors to provide valuable suggestions for effective performance of the Society. FUNDS The sources of funds of the Society are: 1. Membership fees and donations; 2. Institutional grants; 3. Receipts from sales of its publications, and advertisements in the journals; Profile of Nepal Agricultural Economics Society iii 4. Income from conferences, workshops, seminars, trainings etc.; 5. Consultancy services. PUBLICATIONS NAES publishes the Nepalese Journal of Agricultural Economics. The journal has a policy to emphasize the agriculture, agro-industry, marketing and trade, and livelihoods in the Himalayan conditions. NAES brings out other publications on topical issues. MEMBERSHIPS The individuals who have M. Sc. in Agricultural Economics or at least B. Sc. Ag. (with major in Agricultural Economics) or M. A. (Economics or Statistics) with three years of work experience in Agricultural Economics are eligible to apply for NAES membership. NAES has the following types of membership: 1. Regular Membership; 2. Life Membership; 3. Associate Membership (non-resident Nepalese in agro-economic studies, teachings and businesses); 4. Honorary Membership (individuals in scientific institutions or enterprises in recognition of their contribution to agricultural development); 5. Institutional Membership. NAES profile provides information about the members, and rules for memberships. Networks NAES promotes networking with other agricultural economics and related societies in Nepal, South Asia and beyond. Executive Committee President Dr. Yam Bahadur Thapa Vice President, Poverty Alleviation Fund Email: [email protected] Cell: +977 9851102049 Vice President Dr. Yogendra Kumar Karki Joint Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Land Management and Cooperatives Email: [email protected] Cell: +977 9751013828 General Secretary Dr. Rudra Bahadur Shrestha Senior Agricultural Economist, Ministry of Agriculture, Land Management and Cooperatives Email: [email protected] Cell: +977 9840015177 iv Profile of Nepal Agricultural Economics Society Director Research and Human Resource Development Dr. Devendra Gauchan National Project Manager, Bioversity International Email: [email protected] Cell: +977 9841296595 Director Planning, Coordination and Monitoring Dr. Kalika Bahadur Adhikari Professor, Agriculture and Forestry University Email: [email protected] Cell: +977 9855058264 Director Communication, Publication and Public Relation Dr. Dilli Bahadur K.C. Project Manager, International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center Email: [email protected], Cell: +977 9851131004 Treasurer Mr. Sirish Pun Senior Agriculture Economist, Ministry of Agricultural, Land Management and Cooperatives Email: [email protected], Cell: +977 9847030013 Member Mr. Rajendra Mishra Joint Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Land Management and Cooperatives Email: [email protected] Cell: +977 9851174179 Member Mr. Thaneshwar Bhandari Assistant Professor, IAAS, Tribhuvan University Email: [email protected] Cell: +977 9841180343 Profile of Nepal Agricultural Economics Society v Member Dr. Shridhar Thapa Programme Policy Officer, World Food Programme Email: [email protected] Cell: +977 9841940948 Member Ms. Shrijana Timilsina Agricultural Economist, Ministry of Agriculture, Land Management and Cooperatives Email: [email protected] Cell: +977 9851183824 Advisory Committee Dr. Ganesh Raj Joshi Hon’ble Commissioner, CIAA Email: [email protected] Prof. Dr. Bishwambher Pyakuryal Hon’ble Ambassador for Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka Email: [email protected] Dr. Pushpa Ram Bhakta Mathema Former President, NAES Email: [email protected] vi Profile of Nepal Agricultural Economics Society Executive Member’s Profile of Nepal Agricultural Economics Society Profile of Nepal Agricultural Economics Society 1 2 Profile of Nepal Agricultural Economics Society A. GENERAL INTRODUCTION 1. Name : Yam Bahadur Thapa 2. Sex : Male 3. Date of Birth : 10 Sept 1955 4. Nationality : Nepali 5. Permanent Address : Damti, Pyuthan NP. 6. Contact Address : Postal Address : 2/152 Balkot, Suryabinak NP, Bhaktapur Email: [email protected] Phone: 6631638 Fax : 6630489 Mobile: 9851102049 B. EDUCATION (LAST DEGREE/RELEVANT DEGREE) Degree Name of Institution & Address Completion Date Major subjects Ph. D. Economics Tribhuvan University, Nepal 2012 International trade M. Sc. Agri. Finance Punjab Agri. University, India 1981 Agri. Finance C. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 1. Current Organization Involved Position: Vice-Chairman, Poverty Alleviation Fund (PAF), Nepal; Adjunct Prof. Agriculture and Forestry University, Nepal Major Duties • In PAF: Chief Executive, Report to the Board, Chaired by Prime Minister; Design and implement poverty alleviation programs • In AFU: Advise Ph. D. scholars in the areas of: global value-chains in tea and cardamom; Agricultural land use