Bumper Paddy Harvest

Paddy is a staple food crop in Nepal, providing nearly 70 per cent of the total dietary energy and a significant amount of nutrition to its people. A crucial part of the country's economy, it is a major source of income for farmers and one of the key determinants of food security. Besides, it is the country's biggest agricultural commodity, contributing nearly 20 per cent to the Agricultural GDP. Tens of thousands of farmers rely on paddy production for their income, and it is a major source of employment in the agricultural sector.