Empowering Dreams Through Dairy Farming
-By Shahira Thapa Background: Kabita Neupane, a pioneering entrepreneur and mother of four, is a beacon of resilience and empowerment in her community. Over two decades ago, she started dairy farming with two cows gifted by relatives during a tough financial period. Despite her husband’s modest earnings, Kabita’s determination and hard work have transformed her […]
The Adhikari Family’s Radiant Dairy Winner
-By Nabina Basnet Photo: Rukmani Adhikari infront of her cow farm. “Every morning starts with a prayer and the sacred ritual of placing tika on my cows. They are not just animals; they are the heartbeat of my family, nurturing our dreams and granting me the strength of independence.” – Rukmani Adhikari Background & Journey: […]
Breaking Barriers and Redefining Farming
-By Dolma Ghale “Anyone can work in agriculture. Educated individuals, in particular, can excel in raising cows by introducing innovative solutions to existing problems. They are more capable of maintaining records on cattle feeding, personal income and expenses, and the quality of milk produced. Moreover, they are more likely to question and improve upon old […]
Hem Kumari’s Dedication To Dairy Farming and Giving Back
-By Shahira Thapa Name: Hem Kumari Devkota Address: Kamalamai, SindhuliFamily Members: 5 Summary: Hem Kumari Devkota, a resilient dairy farmer from Tallo Rajpani, Sindhuli has turned her life around with the help of two Korean Holstein cows from the Milky Way Project. Amid her family’s financial struggles, Hem Kumari’s relentless care for her cows; day […]
The Couple Who Persisted Until They Prevailed!
-By Nabina Basnet Name: Sujana Subedi Dahal and Nil Hari Dahal Address: Gaiyatar, Kamalamai Municipality 5, Sindhuli, Family Members: 4 (Husband and wife, 1 son and 1 daughter) Summary: After years of trying different jobs, Sujana and Nilhari Dahal have finally found stability in running a cow farm in Gaiyatar, Sindhuli, where they’ve been working […]
Indira Pokhrel’s Inspiring Journey From Hardship to Leadership
-By Shahira Thapa In the heart of Model Dairy Village, Kamalamai, Sindhuli, Indira Pokhrel defied societal norms to become a beacon of women’s empowerment. Once financially dependent, she now manages a thriving dairy cooperative, proving that with determination and opportunity, women can transform their lives and communities. A Life Turned Upside Down: Indira grew up […]
Heifer Maeul Library Opens at Shree Janajyoti School, Sindhuli, Celebrating a Milestone in Girls’ Education
-By Shahira Thapa Heifer Nepal is excited to share about the inauguration of the Heifer Maeul Library, a community library dedicated to empowering the girls and women of Shree Janajyoti Secondary School and the surrounding community in Phosretar, Sindhuli on 10th February, 2025. This milestone represents a significant advancement in Heifer’s Girl Child Education (GCE) […]
Women Pioneering Change in Kamalamai’s Model Dairy Cooperative
-By Shahira Thapa Shree Kamalamai Social Entrepreneurs Women’s Dairy Cooperative is transforming Nepal’s dairy sector. Launched in 2024 as part of the Korea-Nepal Model Dairy Village in Sindhuli, this women-led initiative has transformed dairy farming into a professional and sustainable business. Today, it serves as a learning hub, inspiring smallholder dairy farmers across Nepal to […]
Asia Council Meeting: Understanding New Program Model- Learnings and Way Forward
-Prabin Gurung From February 6-9, the Asia Council Meeting was hosted in the picturesque city of Pokhara, Nepal, a significant gathering that brought together the leadership team, steering committee, board members, and representatives from across Asia, Africa, and the Americas. This convergence of minds focused on understanding Heifer’s New Program Model, sharing key learnings, and […]
Heifer Nepal and NCBL’s Landmark Initiative in Empowering Women-led Cooperatives
On March 30, 2025, Heifer International Nepal, in collaboration with the National Cooperative Bank Limited (NCBL), marked a significant milestone in financial empowerment by distributing symbolic loan cheques to women-led cooperatives in Dang. This initiative strengthens access to finance for smallholder farmers and agribusinesses, fostering economic growth and sustainable livelihoods. The event was well-received by […]
