Abstract

Author:

Nobel Acharya, Jay Chaurasia, Monika Parajuli, Sadikshya Pokharel, Kripa Rijal, Akangksha Lamichhane, Subash Kunwar

Doi: 10.26480/seps.02.2023.72.76

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For more than 25 years, the Tribhuvan University (TU) Institute of Agriculture and Animal Sciences (IAAS) has conducted numerous disciplines and system research projects, publishing the results in the IAAS Journal of Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science, IAAS research reports, and Nepalese Journal of Agriculture. The assessment notably draws attention to the structure of agricultural education, examines the significant issues, and makes various recommendations to strengthen Nepal’s agricultural education institutions in preparation for the future. Academic institutions are encouraged to form creative partnerships and long-term research collaborations with a variety of national and international organizations after connecting with the agriculture and forest industries, and finally suggesting that students be more actively involved in action research projects with clear strategic plans and programs. These three areas are crucial for the success of educational institutions. The integration of research, education, and extension—along with producer input—leads to more relevant programs and resource usage that is more effective. Agencies involved in research, education, and extension realize that when they collaborate, their efforts produce win-win outcomes rather than win-lose ones. The financial self-sustainability of the technical institutions is not just a concern for the overall development of the provincial republican country; it also has to create synergy in multiple aspects with the non-technical faculties of the various Nepalese universities. It is also suggested that the country’s Agriculture Councils be established as soon as possible to control the caliber, volume, and employment opportunities of agriculture graduates.