Invasive alien plants, insect pests and pathogens in Planted and Natural forests in Nepal: Key lessons from an online survey on distribution and impacts

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Contributors

  • Shambhu Charmakar - , Chair of Tropical and International Forestry (Author)
  • Ripu Mardhan Kunwar - , Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (Author)
  • Illias Animon - , Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (Author)
  • Shiroma Sathyapala - , Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (Author)
  • Dhirendra Kumar Pradhan - , Ministry of Forests and Environment Nepal (Author)
  • Sunita Ulak - , Ministry of Forests and Environment Nepal (Author)
  • Bhatrat B. Shrestha - , Tribhuvan University (Author)
  • Prem Bahadur Budha - , Tribhuvan University (Author)
  • Sanja K. Jha - , Tribhuvan University (Author)
  • Achyut Tiwari - , Tribhuvan University (Author)
  • Laxmi Khaniya - , Tribhuvan University (Author)
  • S. Sandeep - , Kerala Forest Research Institute (Author)

Abstract

Abstract: Owing to its diverse climatic and topographic conditions, Nepal hosts diverse forests and rich biodiversity which provide a variety of ecosystem goods and services. The spread of invasive alien plants, insect pests and pathogens (IAS) has been contributing to degrading forest ecosystem services in Nepal. This study outlined the status, distribution and impact of IAS on the forest ecosystem using an online survey among forest officers and forest technicians across Nepal. Invasion and management of pests and diseases are quite limited and under-reported, while the management measures on IAPs are growing. Raising awareness at individual and community levels and capacity building among three levels of government (local, provincial and federal) aids the sustainable management of IAS and supports the continuous delivery of forest goods and services.

Details

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationXV World Forestry Congress
Number of pages9
Publication statusPublished - 2022
Peer-reviewedNo

Keywords

Sustainable Development Goals