The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) has outlined an updated action plan to establish a national crop and livestock compensation scheme. This follows a resolution passed by the National Assembly on 17th June 2024 during the First Session of the 4th Parliament, where the government was urged to set …

Member of Parliament (MP) Sonam Tashi from Lamgong-Wangchang Constituency raised concerns about delays in paddy harvesting in Paro due to frequent breakdowns and a shortage of aging combine harvesters. In response, the Minister for Agriculture and Livestock Younten Phuntsho acknowledged the challenges and assured that the government is willing to …

Member of Parliament (MP), Lhendup Wangdi, from Bji-Katso-Uesu Constituency raised concerns about the challenges faced by highlanders’ dependent on yak farming. In response, the Minister for Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL), Younten Phuntsho, outlined comprehensive initiatives under the 13th Five-Year Plan (FYP) to address declining yak populations, improve rangelands, and support …

In response to the 33rd Session of the National Council (NC)’s six resolutions regarding compensation policies for human-wildlife conflicts (HWC) and crop damage caused by natural disasters, the government has provided updates on its efforts. NC had called for the harmonization of policies and strengthening of inter-sectoral collaboration to mitigate …

Agriculture remains a cornerstone of Bhutan’s economy, contributing 14.96% to the GDP and employing 44.08% of the workforce, according to the National Accounts Statistics 2024 and Labour Force Survey. In recent years, the government has intensified its investments in the sector, targeting essentials like irrigation infrastructure, seeds, fertilizers, and equipment. …

Eminent member Phuntsho Rapten presented the government’s responses to the resolution of the 33rd session of the National Council’s Review Report on the issues of Satong (vacant land) and Gungtong (abandoned houses). The first resolution pointed out the imbalanced socio-economic development evident in disparities in poverty and migration patterns across …

The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) is advancing its efforts to address labor shortages in the agriculture sector with a draft Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) aimed at facilitating the employment of seasonal laborers from neighboring countries. This initiative, in collaboration with the Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) and the …

On 7th November, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) inaugurated the Farm Machinery Corporation Limited (FMCL) Aggregation Program in Zomlimthang, Guma Gewog, Punakha. The initiative, part of the Price Guarantee Scheme (PGS) funded by the Economic Stimulus Plan (ESP), is set to update the collection, processing, and marketing of …

In a move aimed at providing security and stability to the agricultural sector, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL) has laid out a comprehensive proposal for a national crop and livestock insurance scheme, set for a pilot rollout in July 2025, pending Cabinet approval. The proposal, which has been …

Commuters across the country are voicing growing concerns over exorbitant taxi fares, with complaints about inconsistent pricing and lack of enforcement of official rates becoming increasingly frequent. Once an occasional issue, the problem has become more pronounced, particularly on local routes where passengers are often unaware of the correct fares. …