Food Security Program

Food security is a growing concern for Bhutan, especially in rural areas, where agriculture is the primary livelihood. The Bhutan Foundation, in collaboration with local NGOs and community-based organizations, is committed to strengthening Bhutan’s agricultural sector, ensuring that the country can meet the nutritional needs of its population. In response to challenges like climate change, water scarcity, human-wildlife conflict, and labor shortages, we focus on promoting sustainable agricultural practices, improving farm productivity, and supporting community-led initiatives.

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The Bhutan Foundation’s Food Security initiatives have seen remarkable progress over the years. From training farmers in climate-smart and organic farming techniques to providing modern farming equipment, our programs have empowered local communities to become more resilient to food supply disruptions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, our projects helped mitigate food shortages, supplying vegetables, fruits, and cereals to frontline workers and households facing lockdowns. Currently, we are focusing on expanding mechanization, strengthening irrigation systems, and increasing the diversification of crops to ensure sustainable food production.

Agriculture is the Backbone of Bhutan’s Food Security

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Of Bhutan’s population is employed in the agricultural sector.

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Of Bhutan's total geographic area is arable land.

Directly benefited through the Bhutan Foundation’s food security program.

Farmers have been trained in sustainable agricultural practices

Agricultural cooperatives and groups supported

Did you Know?

Fewer than 6000 Snow Leopards exist in the wild today

Snow Leopards are found in 12 countries in Asia

Our Partners

The Bhutan Foundation’s food security initiatives are made possible through strong partnerships with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, Samdrup Jongkhar Initiative (SJI), Tarayana Foundation, Khenrig Namsum Co-operative, Panbang Youth Cooperatives, and various local NGOs and community organizations focused on agricultural development.

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How You Can Help

There are several ways you can get involved and support our efforts in enhancing food security in Bhutan:

Donate: Your contributions can help fund projects that provide farming equipment, irrigation systems, and training programs for local farmers.
Volunteer: Share your expertise in agriculture, education, or community development to help strengthen local food security efforts.
Raise Awareness: Spread the word about the importance of food security and sustainable farming practices in Bhutan.
Partner with Us: If you represent an organization, consider collaborating with the Bhutan Foundation to support food security projects in Bhutan.