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The Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP) 2024, inaugurated on May 19, 2024, with a Nu 15 billion financial injection from the Government of India, marks a crucial phase in Bhutan’s ongoing efforts to revitalize its economy in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. With the pandemic having exposed the vulnerabilities of economies worldwide, Bhutan’s response through the ESP is a comprehensive …

Kinley Wangmo, a forward-thinking entrepreneur, launched her hydroponic venture in 2020. Today, she graciously imparts her profound understanding of hydroponic technology, highlighting its myriad benefits and transformative capabilities. Wangmo’s entrepreneurial journey epitomizes the integration of traditional agricultural wisdom with contemporary methods, presenting a sustainable pathway for agriculture’s future. Her expertise paves the way for leveraging hydroponics to innovate food production …

…𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚’𝒔 𝒖𝒏𝒘𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒆𝒇𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝒌𝒆𝒆𝒑𝒔 𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝒓𝒐𝒂𝒅𝒔 𝒐𝒑𝒆𝒏 𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒕𝒆 𝒔𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒇𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝒍𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 By Kezang Choden Every monsoon, residents of MetakhaGewog in ChukhaDzongkhag come together to clear blockages on Gewog Connectivity (GC) roads, showcasing exceptional community cooperation and resilience. This year is no different, as locals have once again volunteered to tackle the seasonal challenges posed by monsoon rains. Heavy …

…𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒘𝒄𝒂𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒅𝒆𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒎𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆, 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝒃𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒉 𝒐𝒓𝒈𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒄 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒅𝒖𝒄𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝑻𝒂𝒔𝒉𝒊𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑮𝒆𝒘𝒐𝒈 By Kezang ChodenIn a testament to determination and entrepreneurial spirit, residents of Tendu Gewog in Samtse Dzongkhag embark on a weekly journey spanning 25 kilometers to sell their organic produce. Every Sunday, these dedicated farmers travel to the Belotay Sunday Vegetable Market in Tashichoeling Gewog, offering a diverse …

In the quest to preserve our planet’s biodiversity, innovative methods are crucial for effective ecological monitoring. A groundbreaking pilot study in Bhutan introduces environmental DNA (eDNA) sampling as a game-changing tool in the assessment and conservation of species. This advancement promises to transform the way we monitor ecosystems, offering new insights into species presence, distribution, and conservation needs. eDNA sampling …