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FCBL facilitated the marketing of 159.22 MT of Cardamom in 2024, Valuing Nu. 263.13 million
As 2024 draws to a close, FCBL is delighted to share the successful market facilitation through the procurement of 159.22 metric tons (MT) of cardamom from farmers across the country, valuing Nu. 263.13 million. Cardamom cultivation has long been a vital livelihood for many rural households, but challenges such as high...
FCBL Concludes its 2024 Auction Season
As the 2024 Auction Season comes to a close, we are pleased to report the successful facilitation of 15,489.97 metric tons (MT) of agricultural produce through our auction process. Of this, 10,93253 MT comprised potatoes, and 3,01.31 MT included vegetables. Despite a reduction of 6,766.13 MT in the overall quantity of goods...
Farmers fetch record-high price of Nu 60 per kg for potatoes at Phuentshogling FCB
In a record-breaking year for Bhutanese potato farmers, the Food Corporation of Bhutan's auction yard in Phuentshogling has registered its highest-ever potato selling price. Farmers are fetching nearly Nu 60 per kilogramme, a significant increase that has doubled their earnings compared to last year. 59-year-old D...
Potato auction hits new heights
Demand rise due to low production in India has driven up the prices Punakha - The potato business is looking up this season, with demand soaring beyond the trends of the past two years, driving prices up in favour of potato farmers in the country. The Food Corporation of Bhutan Limited (FCBL) has recently annou...
Happy 13th Royal Wedding Anniversary
As the nation celebrates the 13th Royal Wedding Anniversary of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen, we extend our heartfelt wishes for Their Majesties' continued health, happiness, and long life. May Their reign be a source of peace, prosperity, and harmony for our beloved Bhutan. On this auspicious occasi...