The Plant Breeding and Genetics Society of Nepal (PBaGSoN) extends its deepest gratitude to the following contributors and partners for their invaluable support:
- Kamalesh Rajbhandary: PBaGSoN is deeply grateful to Kamalesh Rajbhandary for a generous donation of Rs. 50,000 in memory of the late Dr. Gopal Rajbhandary. This contribution is both cherished and instrumental in our mission.
- Devaki Shrestha: Our sincere appreciation goes to Devaki Shrestha for her kindness in covering the annual membership fee of Rs. 5,000 for the Nepal Agricultural Federation (NAF) on behalf of PBaGSoN since 2023. In addition, She generously donated Rs 25,000 to establish an award in 2024. This support helps strengthen our organizational ties and outreach.
- Dr. Bal Krishna Joshi: Special thanks to Dr. Bal Krishna Joshi for his pivotal contribution of Rs. 6,000, which provided critical support during the society’s establishment, including the registration process and preparation of official materials. In addition, Dr Joshi has also contributed Rs 20,000 for establishing an award in 2024.
- Dr. Resham Babu Amgain: Thanks to Dr. Resham Babu Amgain for his contribution of Rs. 5,000.
- Dr. Pallavi Singh: Thanks to Dr. Pallavi Singh for her contribution of Rs. 5,000.
- Dr. Krishna Hari Ghimire: Thanks to Dr. Krishna Hari Ghimire for his contribution of Rs. 5,000.
- Dr. Hari Kumar Shrestha: We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr Hari Kumar Shrestha for his generous donation of Rs.
20,000 toward the establishment of an award in 2024. This thoughtful contribution plays a vital
role in inspiring and motivating experts in the field.
- Dr. Khusi Ram Tiwari: PBaGSoN sincerely thanks Dr Khusi Ram Tiwari for his remarkable donation of Rs. 60,000 to
establish an award in 2024. This invaluable support greatly strengthens our mission and serves
as a significant motivation for plant breeders.
- Nepal Agricultural Research Council (NARC): PBaGSoN thanks NARC for its financial support in conducting the Interaction Program on the Vision and Strategy of Plant Breeding and Genetics in Nepal, held in February 2024. NARC’s involvement was instrumental to the program's success.
- Crop Development and Agrobiodiversity Conservation Center (CDABCC): We gratefully acknowledge CDABCC’s support for funding the Orientation Program on Plant Variety Protection and Farmers’ Rights, organized in January 2025. Their support helps champion our initiatives.
- Seed Quality Control Center (SQCC): With SQCC’s continued financial support, PBaGSoN has been able to publish our Journal since 2025, collaboratively managed by both PBaGSoN and SQCC.
Ongoing Partnerships and Technical Support
PBaGSoN also recognizes and appreciates the ongoing support and collaboration of the following institutions, to whom we provide technical assistance and consultation:
- National Agriculture Genetic Resources Center (Genebank)
- National Plant Breeding and Genetics Research Center
- National Seed Science Technology Research Center
- National Biotechnology Research Center
These partnerships (will further be expanded) are essential to the advancement of plant breeding and genetics research in Nepal, and we are grateful for each organization’s steadfast commitment.
