Jumla. As the time for harvesting Marsi rice approaches, the fields along the banks of the Tila and Hima rivers in Jumla are adorned in deep golden and brown colors. This beautiful natural scene, as captivating as it is, brings more happiness to the faces of Jumla farmers. The indigenous Marsi rice, cultivated for generations, is deeply connected to Jumla's food security, farmers' livelihoods, and its distinct cultural identity.Marsi rice is cultivated in all eight local levels of Jumla. Particularly, the fields of Chhumchaur in Patarasi, Lachhu Jyulo in Tatopani, Shera Jyulo in Chandannath, and those around Sinja, Hima, and...