Established in 2009, over the past 15 years, Mountain Hazelnuts has partnered with more than 8,000 smallholder farming families across the country. Under its inclusive contract farming model, the company supplies hazelnut saplings, along with technical training and ongoing support — all at no cost to farmers. In return, farmers …

In 2019, botanists identified a significant population of Hemiorchis pantlingii, a rare ginger species, in the forests of Samtse. This was the first confirmed record of the species in the country. The plant is found thriving in a subtropical forest under the shade of Shorea robusta trees, alongside species like …

The capital city, Thimphu, came alive with excitement as it proudly hosted the Four-Nation International Boxing Tournament from 11th to 13th April. The event featured teams from Bhutan, India, Nepal, and Bangladesh, and turned into a powerful display of skill, determination, and regional sportsmanship. Organized by the Bhutan Boxing Federation …

In a recent study by the Competition and Consumer Affairs Authority (CCA), it was found that meat prices in Thimphu are being set in a way that limits consumer choice. Although the government no longer regulates meat prices, most vendors in the city still follow a common price set by …

With growing concerns over forest fires and air pollution, residents of Thimphu are facing a difficult decision when it comes to purchasing air purifiers. Despite the rising pollution levels caused by frequent forest fires, air purifier sales in the capital city have remained low due to lack of awareness and …

The Bhutan Agri-Food Sector Strategy 2034 is set to redefine Bhutan’s identity on the global stage as a hub for premium, sustainable, and climate-smart agricultural products. This strategy, led by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL), aims to elevate Bhutanese agriculture beyond subsistence farming and into a competitive, high-value …

According to the Ministry of Agriculture, Sergithang Gewog in Tsirang has become Bhutan’s top producer of early big chillies. Since its introduction in 2018, chilli cultivation in the gewog has grown steadily, providing farmers with an additional source of income after the paddy harvest. The initiative began as an experiment …

Phuentsholing has taken a big step towards modernizing its parking system with the launch of its very first digital parking app, Parking.bt. The app was introduced on February 21, 2025, on the special occasion of His Majesty, The King’s birth anniversary. The Parking.bt app was created through a collaboration between …

The National Centre for Hydrology and Meteorology (NCHM) in Bhutan has taken a major step forward in flood risk management by incorporating drone technology into its flood prediction efforts. The drones used by NCHM are equipped with LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) sensors that send out laser pulses to measure …

In a joint celebration of World Glaciers Day and World Meteorological Day, key stakeholders in Bhutan gathered to discuss the country’s growing climate challenges. The event, held in the capital, featured insights from government officials, international organizations, and experts who shed light on the alarming effects of climate change and …