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Tushar Singh

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Tushar Singh is a Senior Research Analyst in the Natural Resources and Resilience Unit. He has experience in agricultural research and impact evaluation and most recently worked for Precision Development (PxD), where he was responsible for implementing randomized controlled trials focused on mobile-phone-based agricultural extension systems. He holds a BA with honors in Economics from Ramjas College at Delhi University and an MS in Economics, with a focus on Agribusiness, from the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics in Pune, India.

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Mapping energy use portfolios and household outcomes in Nepal: Insights from farm and household surveys in the Terai and the Mid-hills

2024Alvi, Muzna; Sufian, Farha; Singh, Tushar
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Mapping energy use portfolios and household outcomes in Nepal: Insights from farm and household surveys in the Terai and the Mid-hills

Rural energy access remains a critical challenge in developing economies, with profound implications for agricultural productivity, household welfare, and gender dynamics. Nepal’s diverse geographical landscape—spanning the plains of Terai to the challenging Mid-hills and mountain regions—presents a unique context for understanding energy poverty and its multifaceted impacts. This study examines the intricate relationships between energy infrastructure, household economic status, and social outcomes in rural Nepalese communities. By investigating electricity access, cooking fuel technologies, and agricultural mechanization, we reveal how energy transitions are not merely technical interventions but complex social processes that reshape household labor, economic opportunities, and gender relations. Our research highlights the significant disparities in energy access between different geographical regions and wealth quintiles. Beyond infrastructure, we explore how energy technologies interact with dietary diversity, women’s empowerment, and agricultural productivity. The findings underscore the need for nuanced, context-specific energy policies that consider local socioeconomic and geographical variations.

Year published

2024

Authors

Alvi, Muzna; Sufian, Farha; Singh, Tushar

Citation

Alvi, Muzna; Sufian, Farha; and Singh, Tushar. 2024. Mapping energy use portfolios and household outcomes in Nepal: Insights from farm and household surveys in the Terai and the Mid-hills. NEXUS Gains Initiative Policy Note. Washington, DC: International Food Policy Research Institute. https://hdl.handle.net/10568/168399

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Nepal

Keywords

Southern Asia; Asia; Agricultural Productivity; Energy Consumption; Energy Sources; Household Surveys; Dietary Diversity; Women; Agricultural Mechanization

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English

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Open AccessCC-BY-4.0

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Source record

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NEXUS Gains

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Remoteness, farm production, and dietary diversity in Nepal

2024Singh, Tushar; Kishore, Avinash; Alvi, Muzna
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Remoteness, farm production, and dietary diversity in Nepal

This paper explores the relationship between agriculture, dietary diversity, and market access in Nepal, testing the complex causal chains involved, and the nuanced connections between production diversity and dietary diversity among smallholder farmers. While diversifying farm production could enhance dietary diversity, the case of Nepal indicates a varied and context specific relationship. Market access emerges as a crucial factor, often exerting a more significant impact on smallholder farm households than production diversity. Access to markets not only influences economic viability but also contributes directly to food and nutrition security, offering a practical solution to address dietary needs. Focusing on Nepal’s diverse terrain, the study analyzes the interplay of remoteness, market access, irrigation availability, and complementary inputs in shaping farmers’ decisions, providing valuable insights into sustainable agricultural strategies for improved dietary outcomes in low- and middle-income countries. JEL Codes: D13, I15, O12, Q10, Q12, Q18

Year published

2024

Authors

Singh, Tushar; Kishore, Avinash; Alvi, Muzna

Citation

Singh, Tushar; Kishore, Avinash; and Alvi, Muzna. 2024. Remoteness, farm production, and dietary diversity in Nepal. 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists Conference, August 2-7, 2024, New Delhi, India. http://dx.doi.org/10.22004/ag.econ.344288

Country/Region

Nepal

Keywords

Asia; Southern Asia; Agriculture; Dietary Diversity; Households; Market Access; Smallholders

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English

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Open Access

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Conference Paper

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Remoteness, farm production, and dietary diversity in Nepal

2023Singh, Tushar; Kishore, Avinash; Alvi, Muzna
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Remoteness, farm production, and dietary diversity in Nepal

This paper explores the relationship between agriculture, dietary diversity, and market access in Nepal, testing the complex causal chains involved, and the nuanced connections between production diversity and dietary diversity among smallholder farmers. While diversifying farm production could enhance dietary diversity, the case of Nepal indicates a varied and context specific relationship. Market access emerges as a crucial factor, often exerting a more significant impact on smallholder farm households than production diversity. Access to markets not only influences economic viability but also contributes directly to food and nutrition security, offering a practical solution to address dietary needs. Focusing on Nepal’s diverse terrain, the study analyzes the interplay of remoteness, market access, irrigation availability, and complementary inputs in shaping farmers’ decisions, providing valuable insights into sustainable agricultural strategies for improved dietary outcomes in low- and middle-income countries.

Year published

2023

Authors

Singh, Tushar; Kishore, Avinash; Alvi, Muzna

Citation

Singh, Tushar; Kishore, Avinash; and Alvi, Muzna. 2023. Remoteness, farm production, and dietary diversity in Nepal. IFPRI Discussion Paper 2229. Washington, DC: International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI). https://doi.org/10.2499/p15738coll2.137079.

Country/Region

Nepal

Keywords

Asia; Southern Asia; Diets; Diversification; Energy Demand; Irrigation; Agriculture; Market Access; Smallholders; Dietary Diversity; Food Security

Language

English

Access/Licence

Open Access

Links

https://doi.org/10.2499/p15738coll2.137079 Source record

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NEXUS Gains

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Working Paper

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32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists
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August 2 to 7, 2024

32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists

The triennial International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE-2024), centred on the theme “Transformation Towards Sustainable Agri-Food Systems” is scheduled from August 2-7, 2024, in New Delhi, India. The conference offers a distinctive platform, providing a golden opportunity for the agricultural academic institutions and researchers to convene in person, exchange knowledge, and actively contribute to the […]