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Inauguration of Potato Trade Facilitation Center in Gangtey, Wangdue Phodrang
A new era in local agriculture began today with the official inauguration of the Potato Trade Facilitation Center in Gangtey. The ceremony, which was honored by the presence of His Excellency Lyonpo Yonten Phuntsho, Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, signifies a major advancement for farmers in the region. For the first...
Growing Popularity of Khamtey Rice: Insights and Challenges
.... the expected production of Khamtey rice is around 600 MT (paddy) from Chuzaygang in Sarpang and Samdrup Choling in SamdrupJongkhar. The launch of Khamtey rice as a brand (DrukGi Khamtey) by the Food Corporation of Bhutan (FCB) has garnered significant attention nationwide. Originating from Samdrup Choling Drungkh...
Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock gears up to supply high-quality produce to Gyalsung Project
In a series of stakeholder consultations, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) is making strides to ensure the provision of top-notch fruits, vegetables, meat and dairy to the Gyalsung Project. With consensus reached among various stakeholders, agreements have been forged to streamline the process. Chief of t...
MoAL exploring new potato markets in Nepal and Bangladesh
The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) is exploring new markets in Nepal and Bangladesh to bolster the export of potatoes from Bhutan. This move is mainly geared towards diversifying export markets and tackling price fluctuations that affect thousands of potato farmers in the country. Cultivated across all 2...
Govt institutions to be mandated to buy local Agricultural produce in 13th plan
The agriculture and livestock sector in Bhutan is set to undergo a substantial transformation to enhance food and nutrition security, elevate farmers' income, and boost the sector's contribution to GDP. Key initiatives outlined in the 13th Five Year Plan (FYP) will ensure the establishment and expansion of large-scale co...