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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.
43.5% of Bhutan’s population is employed in the agricultural sector.
7% of Bhutan’s total geographic area is arable land.
The Bhutan Foundation’s food security initiatives are made possible through our strong partnerships with: > Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock > Samdrup Jongkhar Initiative (SJI) > Tarayana Foundation > Lhomon Society > Khenrig Namsum Co-operative > Various local NGOs and community organizations focused on agricultural development > Panbang Youth Cooperatives These partners work together to create sustainable solutions to food security challenges in Bhutan, providing farmers with the tools, training, and resources they need to succeed.
There are several ways you can get involved and support our efforts in enhancing food security in Bhutan:
Together, we can work towards a food-secure future for Bhutan, where every community has access to the resources they need to grow their own food and thrive.