Mr. Chairman and fellow participants, Once again it is my pleasure to address you on behalf of FAO, however I find it hard to believe that five days of our meeting have passed already and we now have only the final and more relaxed part to look forward to, namely the drive back to Thimphu, some shopping and the closing dinner before we disperse tomorrow. Over the last five days we have covered a range of topics and issues. A large number of interesting papers have been presented; we have had interesting discussions and had two very enjoyable days of field visits. Today we have concluded with a summing up session during which we have dealt largely with WG matters, which I hope have been concluded to the satisfaction of all. Tsering Gyaltsen will shortly present the meeting resolutions. We trust that everyone has enjoyed the 4-5 days spent here in Wangdue and that all have found something of interest in the various papers presented. We must remember that while the WG is presently sponsored by FAO this is your WG. Its future depends on you. Some key issues arising and points of interest: · Remember that there is an electronic Bulletin Board on the FAO Grassland Web page for this WG. I hope that you will visit it, use it and send papers and information for posting there. · We have successfully completed the range studies and I hope that the manuscript of the book “Transhumant Grazing Systems in Temperate Areas” will be ready before the end of the year. I need some feedback from National Coordinators regarding contributors and I hope that when the book finally comes out that you will recognize your work. · We hope that access to e-mail will improve communications both within the WG and between the WG and FAO. · We have agreed to work together within the TAPAFON Fodder Network; we hope this work will go forward successfully for the benefit of the many small farm families throughout the Hindu Kush Himalaya. · We look forward to the publication of the proceedings and wish Tsering and his team all the best as they focus on the editing of the large number of papers. · We have agreed in principal to another meeting in 2004. While FAO can make no commitment at this stage it is certain that funding levels will be lower, so I encourage the WG to focus on ways of reducing costs or sharing costs (as we have discussed earlier) to ensure WG sustainability. · We have agreed on “Fodder Crops” as a main theme with various sub-themes for 2004 meeting. Sometimes contributors misunderstand what is wanted. In order to ensure that papers really address the issues as expected and to ensure high quality papers I suggest in future that final drafts of papers should be required 3 months in advance of the meeting to ensure proper screening and re-drafting as necessary. ·
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will be held in It reminds for me to thank the many persons involved in the organization and implementation of this training course, and in particular: Mr. Tsering Gyaltsen who with his team has taken the major role in ensuring that all arrangements were made and that hotels, buses and planes were booked/reserved. Without his untiring efforts (in addition to his own already heavy workload) this meeting would not have been possible, Truly it has been an outstanding meeting and we will all leave with fond memories of Bhutan, its people and the many kindnesses shown to us. - The FAO Office under OIC Mr Phintsho Dorji has provided excellent support. -
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We appreciate the contribution of Mr. Yang Qingshou from - We thank all National Coordinators for their efforts and support - We thank those who have served as Chairmen and Rapporteurs of sessions andthe various guests who took part in the Opening ceremony including Hon. Dasho Dzongdag, Wangdue; Dr. Pema Choephyel. Mr. Kinzang Wangdi, Dr. Rafique and Mr Tsering Gyaltsen and also to the various persons here and on the field visits for their cooperation and for the excellent programmes arranged, and to everyone associated with this week. - A big thank you to the staff of the Dragon’s Nest Resort Hotel here in Wangdue for the arrangements and for providing the food and refreshments. - Finally my thanks to all of you for your very active participation, for your very important contribution to the success of this Meeting, and for making it a very interesting and enjoyable experience. I hope for all of us a safe trip back to Thimphu and then for all I wish you a safe homeward journey and safe return to your families. May the remainder of the International Year of Mountains bring you all good health and success in you work. “International Year of Mountains” Fifth TAPAFON (Temperate Asia Pasture and Fodder Network) Meeting (30th. April to 4th May 2002) Addressing " Sustainable Mountain Development - Agro-Pastoral Systems and Fodder Crops" At Renewable Natural Resources Research Center, Bajo (Wangdue-Bhutan). 29TH. APRIL 2002 Arrival of participants at Paro International Airport. Drive to Wangdue and check in Hotel Dragon Nest Resort. Day One: 30th. April 2002 08.30 – 09.00: Registration SESSION-I: Opening CeremonyChief Guest: Dasho Pem L. Dorji, Dzongdag, Dzongkhag Administration, Wangdue 09.00-09.10: Arrival of Chief Guest 09.10-09.30: Marchang Ceremony 09.30-09.40: Welcome address by. Mr. Kinzang Wangdi, Program Director, RC, Jakar 09.40-09.50: Introduction of TAPAFON/Working Group Activities by Dr. Stephen G. Reynolds, FAO, Rome 09.50-10.00: Remarks by Dr. S.M. Rafique, Regional Coordinator, TAPAFON 10.00-10.10: Inaugural Address by Chief Guest 10.10-10.20: Vote of Thanks by Mr. Tsering Gyaltsen, National Coordinator, TAPAFON 10.20-11.00: Light refreshment and group photograph with Chief Guest. SESSION II: Agro-pastoral Systems in
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7. Mr. Dinesh Pariyar Head/TAPAFON Coordinator
Pasture & Fodder Research Division
Kathmandu-Nepal
GPO Box 11660
Email: khm@pfrd.wlink.com.np
Fax: ((977-1) 521197
8. Mr. Shambhu B. Panday Director Planning and Coordination
Singha Durbar Plaza, Kathmandu,
Email: pcdnarc@ntc.net.np
P.O Box: 5459
Fax: (977-1) 262500
PAKISTAN
9. Dr. Muhammad Rafique Sardar RMO/TAPAFON Coordinator
Pakistan Forest Institute
NWFP, Peshawar,
Email: smrafiquedr@yahoo.com
10. Mr. Ashiq Hussain Sr. Scientific Officer (Fodder)
National Agriculture Research Centre
Islamabad-Pakistan
Email: ashiqain@hotmail.com
BHUTAN
11. Dr. Walter Roder Livestock Advisor
RNR RC/DRDS, Jakar
Ministry of Agruculture
Bumthang-
Email: wrjakar@druknet.bt
Fax: 00975-03-631218
12. Mr. Kinzang Wangdi Program Director
RNR RC/DRDS, Jakar
Ministry of Agruculture
Bumthang-
Email: kinzangw@druknet.bt
Fax: 00975-03-631218
13. Dr. Tashi Dorji Program Officer (Livestock Sector)
RNR RC/DRDS, Jakar
Ministry of Agruculture
Bumthang-
Email: rcjakar@druknet.bt
Fax: 00975-03-631218
14. Rinzin Program Officer (Feed & Fodder Sector)
RNR RC/DRDS, Jakar
Ministry of Agruculture
Bumthang-
Email: rcjakar@druknet.bt
Fax: 00975-03-631218
15. Chencho Dorji Program Officer (Livestock Sector)
RNR RC/DRDS, Khangma
Ministry of Agriculture
Trashigang-Bhutan
Email: research@druknet.bt
Fax: 00975 04 535132
16. Dr. Penjor Lecturer (Animal Husbandry)
Natural Resources Training Institure, Lobesa
Wangdue-
Emial: penjorsonam@hotmail.com
Fax: 00975-02-481326
17. Mr. Sangay Duba Program Director
RNR RC/DRDS, Bajo
Ministry of Agriculture
Wangdue-Bhutan
Email: rnrcbajo@druknet.bt
Fax: 00975-02-481311
18. Mr. Pasang Thinley Program Officer (Livestock sector)
RNR RC/DRDS, Bajo
Ministry of Agriculture
Wangdue-Bhutan
Email: rnrcbajo@druknet.bt
Fax: 00975-02-481311
19. Mr. Tshering Dorji Research Assistant (Livestock)
RNR RC/DRDS, Bajo
Ministry of Agriculture
Wangdue-Bhutan
Email: rnrcbajo@druknet.bt
Fax: 00975-02-481311
20. Aita Kumar Bhujel Research Assistant (Farming system)
RNR RC/DRDS, Bajo
Ministry of Agriculture
Wangdue-Bhutan
Email: rnrcbajo@druknet.bt
Fax: 00975-02-481311
21. Ms. Tangka Maya Research Assistant
RNR RC/DRDS, Bajo
Ministry of Agriculture
Wangdue-Bhutan
Email: rnrcbajo@druknet.bt
Fax: 00975-02-481311
22. Mr. Leki Dorji Pasture Supervisor
National Fodder Seed Production Centre
DALSS, MoA
Bumthang-Bhutan
Fax: 00975-03-631227
23. Mr. Tshewang R. Wangchuk Park Manager
Jigme Dorji National Park
Department of Forestry Services, NCD
Ministry of Agriculture
24. Mr. Dophu Dukpa Program Officer (Farming System)
RNR RC/DRDS, Yusipang
Ministry of Agriculture
Thimphu-Bhutan
Email: dophud@hotmail.com
Fax: 00975-02-321601
25. Mr. Gem Thinley Research Assistant (Livestock)
RNR RC/DRDS, Yusipang
Ministry of Agriculture
Thimphu-Bhutan
Email: g_thinley@hotmail.com
Fax: 00975-02-321601
26. Mr. Tsering Gyaltsen Program Officer (Livestock Sector)/
TAPAFON Coordinator
RNR RC/DRDS, Yusipang
Ministry of Agriculture
Thimphu-Bhutan
Email: tgyaltsenffs@hotmail.com
Tele: 00975-02-321600 and 321602
Fax: 00975-02-321601
P.O Box: 212
