Thirteenth Five-Year Plan (2024-2029)

“Transforming the Agrifood Sector for Economic Growth and Sustainable Development” THIRTEENTH FIVE-YEAR PLAN 2024-2029 Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Royal Government of Bhutan PREPARED BY: POLICY AND PLANNING DIVISION MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK TASHICHHODZONG POST BOX: 1095, THIMPHU, BHUTAN www.moal.gov.bt @Leki Choda @MoAL @Leki Choda “Transforming the Agrifood Sector for Economic Growth and Sustainable Development” THIRTEENTH FIVE-YEAR PLAN 2024-2029 Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Royal Government of Bhutan “We must do everything to ensure that our limited land is of greatest benefit to the people and their children. Land must bring social, economic, and political strength to the people. I must give them a stake in the building of a strong nation and a vibrant democracy.” His Majesty the Druk Gyalpo, 11th March 2009 @Leki Choda v EXECUTIVE SUMMARY As Bhutan embarks on the 13th Five Year Plan (FYP), the nation stands at a crit- ical juncture, transitioning from a Least Developed Country (LDC) towards its ambitious goal of achieving high-income developed nation status within the next decade. With a projected GDP turnover of USD 5 billion by 2029 and USD 10 billion by 2034, the Ministry’s 13th FYP is pivotal in accelerating this national aspiration. Under the theme “Transforming the Agrifood Sector for Economic Growth and Sustainable Development,” the plan sets an ambitious target to drive annual growth rate to 7-8 percent, thereby increasing the sector’s GDP contribution from Nu. 31 billion in 2023 to Nu. 50 billion by 2029. In achieving this transformative objective, the plan embarks on bringing a paradigm shift in the sectoral approach by adopting two-pronged approach of upscaling large commercialization to enhance the economies of scale and building resilience of smallholder farmers to ensure sustainability. In order to maximize impacts the impact, the plan expounds the need to ensure focused, concentrated and targeted interventions. Accordingly, the 13th FYP builds on converging programs and activities with the plan objectives through commodity prioritization which will be implemented through five projects, namely, promotion of large-scale commercialization, building the resilience of smallholder farmers, promote high-value agricultural products, and ensuring sustainable and resilient biodiversity management initiatives. The fifth project will gear towards creating conducive policy and legal environment to implement rest of the projects in realizing the ministry’s plan objectives. Specifically, the plan intends to increase agri-commodity export to Nu. 6 billion, achieve 30 percent self-sufficiency in rice, 80 percent in vegetables, 50 percent in chicken, 60 percent in pork, 62 percent in essential vegetables, and maintain 100 percent self-sufficiency in egg production by 2029. Aligned with both national and global commitments, the 13th FYP integrates critical global agendas such as climate change, environmental sustainability, and gender equality, directly contributing to nine Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including the eradication of poverty and hunger. The plan pro- motes gainful employment, particularly empowering women, children, and marginalized groups. vi The plan also acknowledges the existing challenges including sectoral fragility such as climate change, production constraints, human and institutional capac- ity. Over the last few decades, despite modest increase in production of key commodities and sustained support to smallholder farmers; imports, both of essential items as well as packaged goods have witnessed rapid exponential growth. Furthermore, incomes of smallholder farmers have not witnessed significant growth thereby leading to reduced farm labour through increased rural-urban migration and a gradual loss of vitality within rural farming land- scapes. Exports on the other hand has also stagnated. Despite these challenges, the plan also recognizes the immense potential and aims to harness this for greater prosperity and economic growth for Bhutan. Therefore, investment will be made in strategic areas such as infrastructure development, value addition, marketing logistics and trade expansions. The success of the 13th FYP hinges on strong partnerships and collaborations with various stakeholders, including government agencies, private sectors, civil society organizations (CSOs), and international partners. These collaborations are viewed crucial in leveraging missing gaps in the areas of expertise, resources, and innovative solutions to propel the agricultural sector’s growth. Looking forward, the 13th FYP of the ministry is our commitment in realizing the national objectives through enhanced performance, innovation and develop- ment. It calls for embracing greater responsibilities, fostering collaboration, and cultivating collective ownership to ensure the sustainable growth of Bhutan’s agrifood sector and the broader economy. vii ACRONYMS ABS : Access and Benefit Sharing ANIDERS : Animal Intrusion Detection and Repellent System BFDA : Bhutan Food and Drug Authority BRECSA : Building Resilient Commercial Smallholder Agriculture CARLEP : Commercial Agriculture and Resilient Livelihood Enhancement Program CSO : Civil Society Organizations DAMC : Department of Agricultural Marketing and Cooperatives DoA : Department of Agriculture DoL : Department of Livestock FDI : Foreign Direct Investment FMCL : Farm Machinery Corporation Limited FNS : Food and Nutrition Security FYP : Five Year Plan GDP : Gross Domestic Product GVA : Gross Value Added HWC : Human-wildlife conflict ICS : Internal Control System KPI : Key Performance Indicator LDC : Least Developed Country MoAL : Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock MoAL-GNHC : Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Gross National Happiness Committee MT : Metric Ton NAS : National Accounts Statistics NBC : National Biodiversity Center NGO : Non-governmental Organizations Nu : Ngultrum ODA : Official Development Assistance PPD : Policy and Planning Division RNR : Renewable Natural Resource RPCO : Royal Project Coordination Office SAP : Special Agricultural Products SDG : Sustainable Development Goals ToC : Theory of Change USD : United States Dollar viii MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER The agrifood sector continues to be the cornerstone of Bhutan’s economy and livelihoods. As we embark on the 13th Five Year Plan (FYP), the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock is dedicated to driving transformative change in the agrifood sector to ensure food security, economic prosperity, and sustainability for our nation. The plan aligns with the overarching national goals to transition to a high-income country by 2034 with the GDP growth projection from USD 2.5 billion to USD 5 billion by 2029. The agrifood sector is expected to contribute significantly towards meeting these goals with the increased sectoral GDP contribution from Nu. 31 billion in 2023 to Nu. 50 billion by 2029. Furthermore, the plan aims to ensure that the agrifood sector contributes to meeting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Bhutan’s commitments to international obligations. In realizing these objectives, we will refocus our interventions, leverage innovations and cutting-edge technologies, empower farmers including women and marginalized groups, the private sector, and strengthen existing foundations to build a high-performing sector. The plan also envisions provisions for abundance, spurs economic growth, creates jobs, and maximize Gross National Happiness (GNH). The plan intends to harness the unrealized potential, power, and possibilities of the sector. One of the core pillars of this Plan is enhancing food security. We will achieve this by increasing productivity through modern farming techniques, expanding irrigation infrastructure, mitigating the impacts of climate change, human wildlife conflict and promoting high-value commodities. Market access and value addition are crucial for the economic viability of our agricultural sector. By exploring new markets, particularly beyond the existing marketing destinations, we aim to open new avenues for Bhutanese agricultural products. These efforts will increase farmers’ incomes and enhance the global competitiveness of our agrifood sector. The 13th FYP is a collective effort, requiring the active participation and collaboration of all stakeholders, including government agencies, development partners, the private sector, and most importantly, our farmers. We are committed to working together to implement the strategies outlined in this Plan, ensuring that our agricultural sector continues to thrive and contribute to the well-being of our people and the prosperity of our nation. I am confident that with collective effort and unwavering commitment, we will achieve the objectives set forth in this Plan and elevate Bhutan’s agrifood sector to new heights. Trashi Delek! Younten Phuntsho (MINISTER) ix MESSAGE FROM THE SECRETARY Historically, agriculture in Bhutan has been defined by traditional subsistence farming, with minimal focus on commercial activities. The challenging mountainous landscape, coupled with limited mechanization and digital advancement as well as fragmented small plots of land, has hindered the development of large-scale farms. Despite these obstacles, the agricultural sector has played a vital role in achieving national food security goals, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. I am excited to introduce the 13th FYP of the Ministry, which marks a significant shift from prior plans by placing a strong emphasis on commercialization and increasing high-value commodity exports. This aims to transform Bhutan’s agrifood systems to an inclusive, resilient and sustainable sector. Consequently, the Ministry has appropriately adopted the theme “Transforming the agrifood sector for economic growth & sustainable development.” The plan will be guided by a comprehensive approach that includes policies, legislation, strategies and programs. The agricultural sector employs 43.50 percent of the workforce and accounts for 14.96 percent of the GDP in 2023. The 13th FYP establishes ambitious goals to boost productivity, expand market opportunities, and encourage innovation, with a target to increase the agrifood sector’s GDP contribution from Nu. 31 billion in 2023 to Nu. 50 billion by 2029. The plan seeks to enhance coordination through a multi-sectoral strategy while fostering collective ownership. Developed through consultations with local governments, it is inclusive and comprehensive. This proactive plan will provide a crucial foundation for the Ministry as Bhutan prepares to transition into a developed nation by 2034. I want to commend my colleagues in the Ministry, especially the lead team and core working group for their dedication and commitment in finalizing this plan. I also wish to express gratitude to our development partners for their continued assistance and collaboration. As we begin implementing the 13th FYP, I encourage all relevant departments, agencies, and stakeholders to unite in working towards achieving national goals and priorities. Trashi Delek Thinley Namgyel (SECRETARY) 6 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy MESSAGE FROM SECRETARY Historically, agriculture in Bhutan has been defined by traditional subsistence farming, with minimal focus on commercial activities. The challenging mountainous landscape, coupled with limited mechanization and digital advancement as well as fragmented small plots of land, has hindered the development of large-scale farms. Despite these obstacles, the agricultural sector has played a vital role in achieving national food security goals, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. I am excited to introduce the 13th Five-Year Plan from the Ministry, which marks a significant shift from prior plans by placing a strong emphasis on commercialization and increasing high-value commodity exports. This aims to transform Bhutan's agrifood systems to an inclusive, resilient and sustainable sector. Consequently, the Ministry has appropriately adopted the theme “Harnessing potential of agrifood sector for economic growth and sustainable development.” The plan will be guided by a comprehensive approach that includes policies, legislation, strategies and programs. The agricultural sector employs 43.50% of the workforce and accounts for 14.96% of the GDP in 2023. The 13th Five-Year Plan (FYP) establishes ambitious goals to boost productivity, expand market opportunities, and encourage innovation, with a target to increase the agrifood sector’s GDP contribution from Nu. 31 billion in 2023 to Nu. 50 billion by 2029. The plan seeks to enhance coordination through a multi-sectoral strategy while fostering collective ownership. Developed through consultations with local governments, it is inclusive and comprehensive. This proactive plan will provide a crucial foundation for the Ministry as Bhutan prepares to transition into a developed nation by 2034. I want to commend my colleagues in the Ministry, especially the lead team and core working group for their dedication and commitment in finalizing this plan. I also wish to express gratitude to our development partners for their continued assistance and collaboration. As we begin implementing the 13th FYP, I encourage all relevant departments, agencies, and stakeholders to unite in working towards achieving national goals and priorities. Trashi Delek! x EXECUTIVE SUMMARY................................................................................................................v ACRONYMS................................................................................................................................vii MESSAGE FROM THE MINISTER...............................................................................................viii MESSAGE FROM THE SECRETARY..............................................................................................ix CHAPTER ONE: CONTEXT SETTING..............................................................................................1 1. Background...................................................................................................................2 2. Vision.............................................................................................................................3 3. Mission..........................................................................................................................3 4. Objectives......................................................................................................................3 5. Mandates and Functions...............................................................................................3 6. Evolution of RNR sector in FYPs and budget allocation..............................................4 7. Agricultural trade..........................................................................................................5 8. Agrifood sector in the national economy....................................................................6 9. Alignment to 2030 Global Agenda (SDGs)...................................................................7 10. Opportunities and motivations....................................................................................8 11. Key lessons from the 12th FYP....................................................................................10 11.1. Strengthening Food Systems:.....................................................................................10 11.2. Commercialization and Subsidies:..............................................................................10 11.3. Labor and Technology:................................................................................................10 11.4. Prioritize High-Value Commodities and Enhance Value Chain Development:............11 11.5. Coordination and Accountability:................................................................................11 12. Theory of Change.........................................................................................................11 CHAPTER TWO: STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK FOR THE 13TH FIVE-YEAR PLAN.............................15 1. Strategic Result Framework .......................................................................................16 2. Objective of the 13th FYP............................................................................................18 3. Key Strategies..............................................................................................................18 3.1. Commercialization of potential commodities............................................................18 3.2. Support to smallholder farmers..................................................................................18 4. Mapping of sectoral and national programs..............................................................19 5. Resource Allocation....................................................................................................20 5.1. 13th FYP Capital Outlay...............................................................................................20 5.2. Share of departmental outlay....................................................................................20 xi 5.3. Share of MoAL plan outlay against the projects........................................................20 5.4. Share of MoAL plan outlay (Projects to Departments)..............................................21 CHAPTER THREE: 13TH FYP PROJECTS........................................................................................23 1. Promotion of large-scale commercial farming..........................................................24 1.1. Department of Agriculture.........................................................................................24 1.2. Department of Livestock............................................................................................26 1.3. Department of Agricultural Marketing and Cooperatives.........................................27 2. Building resilience of smallholder farmers.................................................................29 2.1. Department of Agriculture.........................................................................................30 2.2. Department of Livestock............................................................................................32 2.3. Department of Agricultural Marketing and Cooperatives........................................36 3. Promotion of high-value agricultural products for export markets.........................37 3.1. Department of Agriculture.........................................................................................38 3.2. Department of Livestock............................................................................................39 3.3. Department of Agricultural Marketing and Cooperatives.........................................41 4. Enhancing ecosystem services from sustainable and resilient biodiversity initiatives....................................................................................................................42 4.1. National Biodiversity Centre.......................................................................................42 5. Improving business ecosystem..................................................................................43 5.1. Secretariat...................................................................................................................43 CHAPTER FOUR: MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING.............................................45 CHAPTER FIVE: PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS........................................................59 Annex 1: Results Matrix.............................................................................................................63 Annex 2: Implementation Plan..................................................................................................70 Annex 3: Resource Mapping......................................................................................................77 Annex 4: Division of Responsibility Framework (DoRF) for the 13th Five Year Plan.................83 CHAPTER ONE : CONTEXT SETTING @Karma Tshering 2 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 1. Background Bhutan’s agrifood sector plays a pivotal role in the country’s economy providing employment to 43.5 percent of the workforce and contributing 14.96 percent to the country’s GDP in 2023. The share of GDP from the sector has peaked during the fourth development plan constituting 55 percent of the national GDP. While the relative contribution to GDP has decreased over the succeeding plan periods with burgeoning secondary and the tertiary sectors, the agricultural sector has achieved a steady increase in GDP contribution in absolute terms. The primary sector’s contribution has increased from Nu. 9.69 billion in 2010 to Nu. 37.31 billion in 2023. Historically, Bhutanese agricultural system has been characterized by traditional subsistence farming with limited emphasis on commercialization. In hindsight, the mountainous terrain and small fragmented landholdings have made large- scale commercial farming difficult. Despite these realities, the sector stands crucial in realizing national food security and economic development objectives of the 13th FYP. By 2034, the population of Bhutan is projected to reach approximately 837,288. Considering the current per capita consumption, the demand for cereals will rise from 162,931 metric tons (MT) in 2021 to 289,748 MT by 2034. Similarly, the need for vegetables, pulses, fruits, roots and tubers, mustard, and spices will increase from 124,116 MT to 140,160 MT. The demand for milk is projected to grow from 43,828 MT to 73,984 MT. Meat consumption will also see an in- crease, with requirements rising from 2,798 MT to 4,095 MT. Additionally, the demand for eggs will grow significantly, from 86 million eggs to 174 million eggs annually. This calls for a significant increase in the production of agricultural products to keep pace with the increasing demand of food besides enhancing incomes of our farmers. Accordingly, the 13th FYP embarks on a substantial paradigm shift from the earlier FYPs, with a pronounced emphasis on revenue generation. The projects and activities are designed to commercialize farming practices, build resilience of smallholder farmers, prioritize high-value commodities for export, and enhance the business ecosystem while also ensuring conservation and sustainable use of 3 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy biodiversity resources. As the effort to support smallholder farmers continues, there is an increasing necessity to transition towards commercialization and expansion of high-value exports to contribute towards the economic objectives of the nation. Therefore, the ministry will adopt a two-pronged approach of enhancing com- mercialization of potential commodities and supporting smallholder farmers for resilience and sustenance. The plan prioritizes enhancing the overall business ecosystem to create a conducive environment for implementing projects and activities crucial to achieving the plan’s objectives. 2. Vision Sustainable food systems and natural resources for equitable social and eco- nomic well-being of the Bhutanese people and the nation state. 3. Mission To ensure sustainable social and economic well-being of the Bhutanese people through adequate access to food and natural resources. 4. Objectives • Enhance food and nutrition security • Enhance sustainable rural livelihood • Promote sustainable utilization of arable agriculture and pasture land resources 5. Mandates and Functions • Enhance food and nutrition security for the country including the pro- motion of quality and safety of foods. • Improve rural economy and livelihood. • Promote sustainable management and utilization of the natural resources. 4 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 6. Evolution of RNR sector in FYPs and budget allocation The sector has witnessed significant changes in terms of budgetary allocation over the various FYP . During the first four FYPs, the sector received a substantial portion of the total plan outlay, reaching close to 40 percent by the fourth plan. This period coincided with major institutional development, with significant investments in establishing critical agricultural offices, departments, regional research centers, and extension offices across all districts. Substantial funds were also allocated for the construction of irrigation channels, land develop- ment, and farm sites. However, starting the 5th FYP, the budget allocation for the agricultural sector decreased significantly reaching little over 2.4 percent of the total outlay in the 12th FYP. This relative decrease in budgetary allocation is associated with a shift in plan focus from major institutional development to improving service provi- sion, production, productivity, and commercialization. Investments in irrigation, farm roads, and land development projects have received increasing priority in the later parts of the plan period. While the sectoral policy, approaches and strategies have undergone changes over the years, the sectoral interest has been largely guided towards increasing production for domestic consumption as well as for revenue generation. All along food self-sufficiency and food secu- rity through sustainable natural resource management has played a key role. 12 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy l revenue generation. All along food self-sufficiency and food security through sustainable natural resource management has played a key role. In absolute term, the total budget outlay for the RNR sector has increased significantly from Nu.6.6 million in the 1st Five-Year Plan to Nu.7,494.97 million in the 12th Five-Year Plan. In the 13th plan, an estimated outlay for agriculture and livestock development is Nu. 14.983 million. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th RGoB Outlay 107 202 475 1,106 4,711 9,559 15,236 39,524 70,000 146,252 213,000 317,000 Allocation to RNR Sector 6.6 34.3 110.9 430.3 331.5 880.4 2,433.64 4,746.01 4,548.36 8,123.60 13,500.0 7,494.97 0 2000 4000 6000 8000 10000 12000 14000 16000 0 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 300000 350000 Al lo ca tio n in R N R Se ct or (N u. in m ill io n) O ut la y (N u. in M ill io n) Fig 1: Share of RNR sector Budget 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 GDP (Nu. In B) 3.167 3.445 3.669 3.954 4.286 4.714 5.084 5.405 5.902 6.420 7.152 8.151 9.266 10.46 12.21 13.39 15.00 17.78 18.90 20.37 23.67 26.99 27.54 31.13 % increase in GDP 8.78 6.51 7.78 8.39 9.99 7.85 6.31 9.20 8.78 11.39 13.97 13.69 12.88 16.79 9.61 12.07 18.54 6.27 7.76 16.22 14.04 2.04 12.99 0.000 5.000 10.000 15.000 20.000 25.000 30.000 35.000 Fig 2: Overview of Agricultural GDP 5 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy In absolute term, the total budget outlay for the RNR sector has increased significantly from Nu. 6.6 million in the 1st FYP to Nu. 7,494.97 million in the 12th FYP. In the 13th plan, an estimated outlay for agriculture and livestock develop- ment is Nu. 14.983 million. In terms of agricultural (agriculture and livestock) share to the country’s an- nual GDP, there has been a gradual and constant increase in the annual share of the GDP since 2000 till 2023. The constant increase in the sectoral GDP was in terms of the absolute value. However, regarding the percentage increase in agricultural GDP, it has witnessed fluctuation as shown in the figure above. 7. Agricultural trade Bhutan was traditionally food self-sufficient, relying on domestic production except for commodities like salt, which were imported from Tibet or India. His- torical records indicate Bhutan engaged in trade with Tibet, India, Nepal, and China, exporting silk, dyes, and brass utensils while importing salt, wool, and dried fish. Bhutan maintained a positive trade balance until modernization led to increased imports. The rise in non-farming population and low productivity necessitated cereal imports, further expanding to a wide range of food prod- ucts. Although exports included cement, wood products, and fruits, Bhutan has faced a growing negative trade balance since the 1980s. As shown in the figure 3 below, the negative balance of trade in the agrifood sector has increased from Nu. – 157 million in 2010 to Nu. -905 million in 2023. 12 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy l revenue generation. All along food self-sufficiency and food security through sustainable natural resource management has played a key role. In absolute term, the total budget outlay for the RNR sector has increased significantly from Nu.6.6 million in the 1st Five-Year Plan to Nu.7,494.97 million in the 12th Five-Year Plan. In the 13th plan, an estimated outlay for agriculture and livestock development is Nu. 14.983 million. 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th RGoB Outlay 107 202 475 1,106 4,711 9,559 15,23 39,52 70,00 146,2 213,0 317,0 Allocation to RNR Sector 6.6 34.3 110.9 430.3 331.5 880.4 2,433 4,746 4,548 8,123 13,50 7,494 0 2000 4000 6000 8000 10000 12000 14000 16000 0 50000 100000 150000 200000 250000 300000 350000 A llo ca tio n in R N R Se ct or (N u. in m ill io n) O ut la y (N u. in M ill io n) Fig 1: Share of RNR sector Budget 0.000 5.000 10.000 15.000 20.000 25.000 30.000 35.000 Fig 2: Overview of Agricultural GDP 6 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 13 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy In terms of agricultural (agriculture and livestock’s) share to the country’s annual GDP, there has been a gradual and constant increase in the annual share of the GDP since 2000 till 2023. The constant increase in the sectoral GDP was in terms of the absolute value. However, regarding the percentage increase in agricultural GDP, it has witnessed fluctuation as shown in the figure above. 7. Agricultural trade Bhutan was traditionally food self-sufficient, relying on domestic production except for commodities like salt, which were imported from Tibet or India. Historical records indicate Bhutan engaged in trade with Tibet, India, Nepal, and China, exporting silk, dyes, and brass utensils while importing salt, wool, and dried fish. Bhutan maintained a positive trade balance until modernization led to increased imports. The rise in non-farming populations and low productivity necessitated cereal imports, further expanding to a wide range of food products. Although exports included cement, wood products, and fruits, Bhutan has faced a growing negative trade balance since the 1980s. As shown in the figure 3 below, the negative balance of trade in the agrifood sector has increased from Nu. – 157 million in 2010 to Nu. -905 million in 2023. Source: Bhutan Trade Statistics 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Export 999.12 1315.26 1547.58 2145.31 2847.37 2337.01 2779.16 2802.98 2336.49 2899.96 2279.78 3141.26 2649.60 2315.78 Trade Balance -1574.1 -2258.6 -3495.9 -4004.0 -6197.9 -4353.0 -4427.7 -4495.3 -4299.7 -4449.3 -5624.4 -7888.4 -9088.4 -9052.5 Import 2573.26 3573.92 5043.54 6149.32 9045.34 6690.06 7206.91 7298.29 6636.27 7349.35 7904.20 11029.7 11738.0 11368.3 0.00 2000.00 4000.00 6000.00 8000.00 10000.00 12000.00 14000.00 -10000.00 -8000.00 -6000.00 -4000.00 -2000.00 0.00 2000.00 4000.00 Im po rt -E xp or t V al ue N u. in M ill io n Tr ad e Ba la nc e N u. in M ill io n Fig 3: Overview of Agricultural Trade Despite the rising negative balance of trade, the agrifood sector has made nom- inal increase in the export of agricultural commodities both in terms of value and volume. In 2023, Bhutan exported twenty-seven agrifood commodities such as cereals, vegetables, fruits to India and other countries which earned Nu. 2,315 million. 8. Agrifood sector in the national economy 14 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Despite the rising negative balance of trade, the agrifood sector has made nominal increase in the export of agricultural commodities both in terms of value and volume. In 2023, Bhutan exported twenty-seven agrifood commodities such as cereals, vegetables, fruits to India and other countries which earned Nu. 2315 million. 8. Agrifood sector in the national economy During the early plan periods, agriculture played a dominant role providing for the food requirement, employment as well as for national development. However, from 2010 to 2023, the percentage of labor in agriculture consistently declined from 59.4% to 43.5%, indicating a significant shift away from agricultural employment. Despite this, the GDP contribution from agriculture and livestock increased from 9.15% to 12.48%, suggesting improvements in productivity or value addition within the sector, even as fewer workers are employed in the sector. 9. Alignment to 2030 Global Agenda (SDGs) The agrifood sector stands at the heart of addressing critical global development issues, including gender equality, environmental sustainability, climate change, food security, poverty, and hunger. As a central player in these areas, it holds an indispensable role in driving progress and making significant advancements in each of these domains. As such, the 13th FYP is positioned to bolster the nation’s contribution towards realizing the global goals of 2030 by addressing several key SDGs. Fig 4: Employment and GDP 7 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy During the early plan periods, agriculture played a dominant role providing for the food requirement, employment as well as for national development. However, from 2010 to 2023, the percentage of labor in agriculture consistently declined from 59.4 pecent to 43.5 percent, indicating a significant shift away from agricultural employment. Despite this, the GDP contribution from agri- culture and livestock increased from 9.15 percent to 12.48 percent, suggesting improvements in productivity or value addition within the sector, even as fewer workers are employed in the sector. 9. Alignment to 2030 Global Agenda (SDGs) The agrifood sector stands at the heart of addressing critical global development issues, including gender equality, environmental sustainability, climate change, food security, poverty, and hunger. As a central player in these areas, it holds an indispensable role in driving progress and making significant advancements in each of these domains. As such, the 13th FYP is positioned to bolster the nation’s contribution towards realizing the global goals of 2030 by addressing several key SDGs. By enhancing agricultural productivity and promoting sustainable farming prac- tices, the sector ensures food security and alleviates poverty. The sector also contributes to better health through the production of nutritious, organic foods. Empowering women in agriculture through training and access to resources fosters gender equality. Investments in irrigation and infrastructure support clean water access and economic growth. Sustainable farming practices miti- gate climate change impacts and protect biodiversity. Additionally, the sector’s focus on value addition and market access drives industrial innovation and re- sponsible consumption. Thus, the prioritized five broad projects of the 13th FYP of the sector is drawn in such a way that the inner sectoral plan paves towards national objectives which are ultimately aligned to eight 2030 global agendas. Through international partnerships and inclusive policies, Bhutan’s agrifood sector is aligned with global efforts to achieve a sustainable and equitable future. The end of Bhutan’s 13th plan coincides with the ending period of the United Nation’s SDGs. 8 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 15 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy By enhancing agricultural productivity and promoting sustainable farming practices, the sector ensures food security and alleviates poverty. The sector also contributes to better health through the production of nutritious, organic foods. Empowering women in agriculture through training and access to resources fosters gender equality. Investments in irrigation and infrastructure support clean water access and economic growth. Sustainable farming practices mitigate climate change impacts and protect biodiversity. Additionally, the sector's focus on value addition and market access drives industrial innovation and responsible consumption. Thus, the prioritized five broad projects of the 13th FYP of the sector is drawn in such a way that the inner sectoral plan paves towards national objectives which are ultimately aligned to eight 2030 global agendas. Through international partnerships and inclusive policies, Bhutan's agrifood sector is aligned with global efforts to achieve a sustainable and equitable future. The end of Bhutan’s 13th plan coincides with the ending period of the United Nation’s SDGs. En ha nc ing ecosystem services from sustainable and resilient biodiversity Improvedbusinessecosystem Building resilience of s m allholderfarmers Promotionofhig h-v alu e pr od uc ts fo re xp or tm ark ets Promoti on of la rg e- sc ale com mercial farming AGRI-FOOD SECTOR’S 13TH FYP: INCREASED GDP SHARE TO NU. 50 Bu ild ing resilience of smallholder farm ers Promotionoflarge-scalecommerc ial fa rm in g Fig. 5: Alignment to SDGs 2030 10. Opportunities and motivations Bhutan graduated from the list of Least Developed Countries (LDC) in December 2023. With LDC graduation, access to grant financing from international devel- opment partners is going to be challenging. Therefore, there is an urgency to strengthen our economy and sustain the socio-economic development, through our own internal resources. Accordingly, Bhutan has set an ambitious target to be a high income GNH economy with GDP of USD 10 billion by 2034 focusing on 3Ps – Prosperity, People and Progress. The Agrifood sector in Bhutan faces constraints associated with the increasing labor shortages primarily driven by rural-urban migration, low levels of farm mechanization, and limited market access and value addition among others. Additionally, the sector’s sustainability and productivity are threatened by the impacts of climate change, pests and diseases, the influx of cheap imports, and challenges posed by wildlife. 9 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Despite these constraints, the agricultural sector holds potentials for growth and exhibits numerous strengths, such as strong policy support especially interventions outlined in the revised FNS Policy 2023, political stability, and a diverse agroecological zone conducive to cultivating a variety of crops. These strengths coupled with multiple opportunities, such as its drive for organic agriculture, the utilization of emerging technologies, entry into niche export markets, and private sector engagement. Therefore, by addressing the weaknesses and threats, and capitalizing on the strengths and opportunities, the 13th FYP is geared towards revamping the agrifood system which is not only resilient to shock and stressors, and delivers in the face of uncertainties, but also be able to maximize performance and contribution to the nation’s economy. A critical aspect of this transformation is the integration of gender equality, empowering women and youth through training, resources, leadership roles, and ensuring their access to agricultural technologies and financial services. This inclusive approach will enhance pro- ductivity, foster innovation, and support the sustainable development of the agrifood sector. 16 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 10. Opportunities and motivations Bhutan graduated from the list of Least Developed Countries (LDC) in December 2023. With LDC graduation, access to grant financing from international development partners is going to be challenging. Therefore, the urgency to strengthen our economy and sustain the socio- economic development achieved, thus far, through our own internal resources. Accordingly, Bhutan has set an ambitious target to be a high income GNH economy with GDP of USD 10 billion by 2034 focusing on 3Ps – Prosperity, People and Progress. The Agrifood sector in Bhutan faces constraints associated with the increasing labor shortages primarily driven by rural-urban migration, low levels of farm mechanization, and limited market access and value addition among others. Additionally, the sector's sustainability and productivity are threatened by the impacts of climate change, pests and diseases, the influx of cheap imports, and challenges posed by wildlife. Despite these constraints, the agricultural sector holds potentials for growth and exhibits numerous strengths, such as strong policy support especially interventions outlined in the revised FNS Policy 2023, political stability, and a diverse agroecological zone conducive to cultivating a variety of crops. These strengths coupled with multiple opportunities, such as its drive for organic agriculture, the utilization of emerging technologies, entry into niche export markets, and private sector engagement. Transboundary animal diseases Fig. 6: Agrifood sector’s SWOT Analysis 10 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 11. Key lessons from the 12th FYP The 12th FYP for the Renewable Natural Resources sector aimed to enhance food security and drive the transformation of the sector while upholding sustainable natural resource management. Despite its ambitions, the plan encountered var- ious challenges, notably the COVID-19 pandemic, which exposed vulnerabilities in the agrifood systems, underscoring the imperative to fortify these systems against future disruptions. These lessons will be prioritized and integrated in the 13th FYP to enhance resilience and efficiency of Bhutan’s agrifood systems, addressing challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic and steering towards a more sustainable and productive future for the country’s agricultural sector. Some of the key lessons learned are: 11.1 Strengthening Food Systems: • There is an urgent need to develop a comprehensive sector strategy to serve as a key guiding framework to bring focus, guide and converge various interventions in the agrifood sector for greater synergy and sustained impacts. • Enhance the productive capacity across agriculture and livestock value chains to optimize the utilization of limited arable land, curtail food imports, generate employment opportunities, and stimulate product diversification and expansion of agribusinesses. 11.2 Commercialization and Subsidies: • Prioritize commercial agriculture to boost productivity, improve public service delivery, and leverage economies of scale. • Reorient agricultural subsidies from input-centric assistance to out- put-oriented support, with a particular focus on targeted and high-value agricultural commodities. 11.3 Labor and Technology: • Mitigate labor shortages by harnessing modern technologies and farming methodologies, and capitalize on digital potentials through targeted interventions and incentives, and explore possibilities of engaging foreign workers. 11 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy • Rejuvenate fallow lands, enhance labor efficiency, adapt to evolving farming demographics, and optimize seasonal production. • Enhance the utilization of digital tools and technologies to augment the efficiency and efficacy of agricultural practices. 11.4 Prioritize High-Value Commodities and Enhance Value Chain Development: • Concentrate efforts on high-value agricultural commodities to amplify the impact of subsidies and boost productivity. • Intensify value chain development in agriculture and livestock to enhance productivity and mitigate post-harvest losses. 11.5 Coordination and Accountability: • There is a need to enhance the coordination and information sharing between the agencies and Local Government (LGs) towards fulfillment of plan objectives. Therefore, the division of responsibilities framework needs to ensure accountability and reinforce coordination. 12. Theory of Change The theory of change for the sector is built on the premise of being cognizant of the current constraints and the possibilities of the sector for significant impacts for the nation. Given Bhutan’s varied agro-ecological zones which allow for a wide variety of produce to be grown, opportunities to substantially increase incomes and improve livelihoods of a majority of Bhutanese by transforming the RNR sector is real and imminently possible. Achievements thus far indicate opportunities for further growth and impact. Bhutan’s agrifood sector is yet to reap the full dividends of innovation, focused and renewed investments. Considerable scope remains for yield improvements, technology adoption, value chain building, employment generation, and im- provement of smallholder livelihoods. Sustained and focused interventions will positively influence outcomes related to nutrition, incomes, trade balance and self-reliance goals. It will also ensure that Bhutan effectively adapts to climate change and remains on track to achieving the SDGs. 12 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy While the 13th FYP is designed to bring about a paradigm shift from subsistence to commercial agriculture, building a high-performing sector that can cater to the present and future generations, the extent of its success remains strongly contingent on the following risks and assumptions. Proactively addressing these risks through targeted measures, enhancing current conditions, and ensuring these assumptions holds true will be critical for the plan’s successful execution and the overall development of Bhutan’s agricultural sector. 19 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 12. Theory of Change The theory of change for the sector is built on the premise of being cognizant of the current constraints and the possibilities of the sector for significant impacts for the nation. Given Bhutan’s varied agro-ecological zones which allow for a wide variety of produce to be grown, opportunities to substantially increase incomes and improve livelihoods of a majority of Bhutanese by transforming the RNR sector is real and imminently possible. Achievements thus far indicate opportunities for further growth and impact. Bhutan’s agrifood sector is yet to reap the full dividends of innovation, focus and renewed investments. Considerable scope remains for yield improvements, technology adoption, value chain building, employment generation, and improvement of smallholder livelihoods. Sustained and focused interventions will positively influence outcomes related to nutrition, incomes, trade balance and self-reliance goals. It will also ensure that Bhutan effectively adapts to climate change and remains on track to achieving the SDGs. While the 13th FYP is designed to bring about a paradigm shift from subsistence to commercial agriculture, building a high-performing sector that can cater to the present and future generations, the extent of its success remains strongly contingent on the following risks and assumptions. Proactively addressing these risks through targeted measures, enhancing current conditions, and ensuring these assumptions holds true will be critical for the plan's successful execution and the overall development of Bhutan's agricultural sector. Fig. 7: Theory of Change (TOC) 13 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Sl. No Risks Assumptions St ra te gi c 1 Policy and Regulatory Challenges Inconsistent policies and regu- latory frameworks can create uncertainty and hinder sector growth. Ease regulatory processes including equity threshold for FDI in the agrifood sector, and activate ‘allow first, regulate later’ policy. 2 Financial Con- straints Limited access to credit and financial services, and govern- ment spending can restrict in- vestments in modern farming practices and technologies. Adequate funding and fi- nancial support from both national and international sources. 3 Climate Change and Natural Disas- ters Bhutan’s agriculture is highly susceptible to climate change impacts such as erratic weath- er patterns, droughts, floods, pest and diseases Implement climate-resilient agricultural practices and early warning and surveil- lance systems. 4 Smallholding farmers Majority of the farmers are smallholders with limited abili- ty for commercialization Government is leasing state land for large scale commercialization. St ru ct ur al 5 Labor Short- ages The agricultural sector faces labor shortages due to rural-urban migration and an ageing farming population. Promote mechanization and provide incentives for youth engagement in agriculture. 6 Human-Wild- life Conflicts Crop losses due to wildlife intrusion can discourage farm- ing and reduce productivity. Develop and implement effective mitigation mea- sures including insurance system. Se ct or al 7 Market Access and Infrastruc- ture Limited market access and inadequate infrastructure can hinder the distribution and sale of agricultural products. Invest in improving rural infrastructure, including roads, storage facilities, and market linkages. 8 Emerging/ re-emerging livestock dis- eases The livestock sector witnesses increasing cases of the emer- gence of notifiable diseases which impacts production and productivity Institutionalization of robust surveillance system and adequate support in risk mitigation measures. CHAPTER TWO : STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK FOR THE 13TH FIVE-YEAR PLAN @Karma Tshering @MoAL 16 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy The agriculture and livestock sector’s 13th FYP have been framed recognizing the nation’s intent to increase the GDP to USD 5 billion by 2029 aligned with the overall national goals and vision to become a developed nation. The plan builds on the aspirations outlined in the FNS Policy of Bhutan 2023 and the Food Systems Pathways, which provides overarching visions for a sustainable and resilient food systems, agile to the needs and challenges of the agrifood sector presented below: 1. Strategic Result Framework The strategic framework draws alignment to nation’s objective of being a high- income nation driven by innovation and sustainability by 2034. The Economic Transformation Programme, to which the MoAL aligns, aims to foster sustainable and inclusive economic growth by employing three key strategies of facilitating private sector development and participation, investment in the strategic infrastructure development and investing in traditional growth drivers and new sources of growth. 22 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy The agriculture and livestock sector’s 13th FYP have been framed recognizing the nation’s intent to increase the GDP to USD 5 billion by 2029 aligned with the overall national goals and vision to become a developed nation. The plan builds on the aspirations outlined in the FNS Policy of Bhutan 2023 and the Food Systems Pathways, which provides overarching visions for a sustainable and resilient food systems, agile to the needs and challenges of the agrifood sector presented below: Fig 8: Linkage between the Economic Cluster and Agrifood Sector. 1. Strategic Result Framework The strategic framework draws alignment to nation’s objective of being a high-income nation driven by innovation and sustainability by 2034. The Economic Transformation Programme, to which the MoAL aligns, aims to foster sustainable and inclusive economic growth by employing three key strategies of facilitating private sector development and participation, investment in the strategic infrastructure development and investing in traditional growth drivers and new sources of growth. @MoAL 17 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 23 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Fig 9: Strategic Framework of Agrifood Sector National Economic Development Objective: A High-Income Country Driven by Innovation and Sustainability Economic Cluster Outcome: By 2029, Bhutan has enhanced productivity and diversified products and markets driving sustainable economic growth Economic Transformation Programs and Strategies Agency Objective: To increase the primary sector GDP (Agriculture and Livestock) from Nu. 31 billion (current price) in 2023 to Nu. 50 billion (current price) by 2029 Cluster Outputs Agency Outputs Business ecosystem improved Business ecosystem improved Increased sustainable contributions of strategic sectors to GDP Enhanced agriculture production Enhanced livestock production Marketing of agriculture and livestock commodities enhanced Biodiversity conservation, product development and bioprospecting strengthened IN PU TS O U TC O M ES Projects 1. Promotion of large-scale commercial farming 2. Building resilience of smallholder farmers 3. Promotion of high-value products for export markets 4. Enhancing ecosystem services from sustainable and resilient biodiversity 5. Improving business ecosystem 1. Commercialization of potential commodities 2. Support to smallholder farmer Division of Responsibility Framework for enhanced coordination, communication and collaboration (3Cs) C LU ST ER M IN IS TR Y D EP A RT M EN TS /A G EN C IE S RE SU LT S ST RA TE G IE S (t w o -p ro ng e d ) HIGH-INCOME GNH ECONOMY 18 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 2. Objective of the 13th FYP To increase the primary sector GDP (Agriculture and Livestock) from Nu. 31 billion (current price) in 2023 to Nu. 50 billion (current price) by 2029. Key Strategies 3.1 Commercialization of potential commodities One of the key strategies that would drive the implementation of the 13th FYP is to promote large-scale commercial farming with an allocation of more than 13 percent of the total plan outlay. The commercialization initiatives will prioritize commodities primarily imported to meet the domestic demand focusing on emerging markets, particularly institutions such as Gyalsung Academies, schools, hospitals and others. Additionally, particular emphasis will also be accorded in providing targeted support particularly in promotion of high value crops and high-end specialty livestock products for export earnings. 3.2 Support to smallholder farmers The other key strategy is to build resilience of smallholder farmers with an allo- cated outlay of more than 71 percent of the total plan outlay. The contribution of smallholder farmers will be crucial in ensuring household-level food security, even as initiatives to expand commercial large-scale farms gain momentum. Consequently, support measures such as protection against wildlife conflicts, irrigation, production input provision, pest and disease surveillance, and market linkages will be implemented to address the challenges faced by this sector. 19 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Sl. No Name of Project Cluster output Cluster KPI 1 Promotion of Large- scale commercial farming Contribution of strategic sectors to GDP increased GDP output targets from agriculture increased from Nu. 31 b to Nu. 50 b Number of trade and industrial facili- tation infrastructures developed and operational (dry ports, industrial estates, business centers) 2 Building resilience of smallholder farmers Contribution of strategic sectors to GDP increased GDP output targets from agriculture increased from Nu. 31 b to Nu. 50 b Number of trade and industrial facili- tation infrastructures developed and operational (dry ports, industrial estates, business centers) 3 Promotion of high-value products for export markets Contribution of strategic sectors to GDP increased GDP output targets from agriculture increased from Nu. 31 b to Nu. 50 b 4 Enhancing ecosys- tem services from sustainable and resilient biodiversity initiatives Contribution of strategic sectors to GDP increased GDP output targets from agriculture increased from Nu. 31 b to Nu. 50 b 5 Improving Business Ecosystem Business Ecosys- tem improved New trade Agreements signed and new trade agreements with four countries initiated Client satisfaction score increased on each business service (Scale: 1-5) 4. Mapping of sectoral and national programs 20 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 5. Resource Allocation 5.1 13th FYP Capital Outlay The total capital outlay for the Ministry is Nu. 14.983 billion which is 6.11 percent of the Plan outlay of Nu. 245 billion. The 6.11 percent share excludes Nu. 2 billion provided to the sector through the economic stimulus package. 5.2 Share of departmental outlay Sl. No Department Indicative Outlay (Nu. Million) Percentage share 1 Department of Agriculture 9,143.18 61.0 2 Department of Livestock 3,028.40 20.20 3 Department of Agricultural Marketing and Cooper- atives 910.50 6.10 4 National Biodiversity Centre 101.00 0.70 5 Secretariat 1,800 12.00 Total Indicative Outlay 14,983.15 100.00 5.3 Share of MoAL plan outlay against the projects Sl. No Name of Project Indicative Outlay (Nu. Million) Percentage share 1 Promotion of Large-scale commercial farming 2,024.10 13.51 2 Building resilience of smallholder farmers 10,745.80 71.72 3 Promotion of high-value products for export mar- kets 312.20 2.08 4 Enhancing ecosystem services from sustainable and resilient biodiversity initiatives 101.00 0.67 5 Improving Business Ecosystem 1800 12.01 Total Indicative Outlay 14,983.15 100.00 21 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 5.4 Share of MoAL plan outlay (Projects to Departments) Projects Departments Outlay (Nu. In Million) Percentage share Promotion of Large- scale commercial farming Department of Agriculture 974.12 48.13 Department of Livestock 526.00 24.01 Department of Agricultural Market- ing and Cooperatives 564.00 27.86 Sub-Total 2,064.12 100.00 Building resilience of smallholder farmers Department of Agriculture 8,081.36 75.20 Department of Livestock 2,385.47 22.20 Department of Agricultural Market- ing and Cooperatives 279.00 2.60 Sub-Total 10,745.83 100.00 Promotion of high-value products for export markets Department of Agriculture 87.70 28.09 Department of Livestock 157.00 50.29 Department of Agricultural Market- ing and Cooperatives 67.50 21.62 Sub-Total 312.20 100.00 Enhancing ecosys- tem services from sustainable and resilient biodiversity initiatives National Biodiversity Center 101.00 100 Sub-Total 101.00 100.00 Improving Business Ecosystem Secretariat 1,800.00 100.00 Sub-Total 1,800 100 GRAND TOTAL 14,983.15 CHAPTER THREE : 13TH FYP PROJECTS @Karma Tshering @Sonam Euden 24 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy The 13th FYP projects set to harness the power of large-scale commercial farming, leverage the potential of smallholder farmers, explore high-value commodities for exports including utilization of biodiversity resources by creating conducive agribusiness ecosystem. The cumulative outlay for all five projects is Nu. 14,983.15 million and the program objectives will be realized through implementation of five projects namely: 1. Promotion of large-scale commercial farming The promotion of large-scale commercial farming is a strategic initiative aimed at modernizing the agricultural landscape, enhancing productivity, and fostering economic growth. 1.1 Department of Agriculture Project description Commercial farming will complement subsistence farming in filling the produc- tion gaps. The commercial farms will be operated by progressive individuals including women and youths, institutes and private entrepreneurs on a large scale, mostly in the identified alienable lands targeting supply to domestic and export markets. These commercial farms will operate on a vast area with focused crop production, utilizing modern farming techniques to achieve high productivity. Another salient feature of the farm is integration of recreational facilities within the farm for the farm workers. The farms would also be linked to domestic markets run by the government institutions to ensure its success and continuity. The peripheral communities would benefit from these farms as technology demonstration and diffusion center. Objectives • Demonstrate and disseminate modern agricultural technologies • Enhance crop production and income generation 25 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Key Project activities and budget highlights SL No Activities Outlay (Nu. In Million) 1 Promote innovative agriculture farms (2 Chirup farms) 324.12 2 Establish commercial farms (4 nos) 400.00 3 Promote large-scale commercial farms (Total area: 435 acres) 250.00 Total Outlay 974.12 Under this project, the Department of Agriculture will undertake three major activities to enhance commercial agriculture production. The first activity in- volves establishing innovative Hi-Tech Chirup farms in two feasible sites. These farms will integrate advanced agricultural technologies such as smart irrigation, automation, vertical cropping, and integrated pest and nutrient management. Additionally, essential farm infrastructure including fencing, internal road networks, storage facilities, and recreational amenities will be established to encourage youth participation. These farms will cultivate chili, tomato, onion, and other vegetables needed by government institutions, thereby addressing local demand. The second initiative involves establishing four commercial farms, each span- ning 100 acres, through an Expression of Interest process, targetting at private individuals or parties interested in agricultural ventures. Access to land will be facilitated, including support for leasing identified alienable lands, whenever necessary. These commercial farms will receive initial investment covering chain-link fencing, irrigation infrastructure, and production costs for selected commodities. The farms will be encouraged to prioritize crops like quinoa and essential vegetables. Post-establishment, the farms will be responsible for bearing operational costs associated with annual crop production. The third initiative involves establishing large-scale commercial farms spanning 435 acres at Yarjugang, Wangduephodrang. Modeled after the Chirup farm concept, this farm will feature protected mega structures, efficient irrigation facilities, land development, access roads, and chain-link fencing. The farm’s production will encompass a variety of crops including paddy, wheat, maize, mustard, quinoa, chili, tomato, cole crops, strawberry, and potato. 26 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 1.2 Department of Livestock Project description Bhutan imported Nu. 3.8 billion worth of livestock products in 2022 mainly meat and dairy products. The domestic requirement of meat (chicken, pork & fish) during 2022 was 8,812 MT; of which 2,262 MT was produced internally and 6,550 MT was imported. In order to curtail the increasing imports, establishment and operation of large-scale commercial farms targeted towards increasing self-sufficiency in meat will be undertaken in the 13th FYP. For a faster turnover, acceleration of domestic production of meat through commercialization of poultry, piggery and fishery farming will be prioritized in potential dzongkhags with high social acceptance. Beef holds a special place in Bhutanese cuisine, being one of the highest imported livestock products in the country. However, the prioritization of commodities to enhance meat production during the current plan period has been strategically based on the potential and feasibility of reaping immediate benefits, given the existing foundations and scale of investment in the poultry, piggery, and fishery sectors. The Ministry acknowledges the critical role of current market supplies in meeting the country’s beef demand. Objectives • Accelerate domestic production of chicken, pork and fish • Engage interested private sector, youth and SOEs in livestock commer- cialization • Strengthen product supply value chain management including products value addition 27 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Key Project activities and budget highlights Sl. No. Activities Outlay (Nu. in Million) 1 Enhance chicken production to achieve 50% self-sufficiency of the total consumption (Baseline: 1,165 MT, Target: 2,000 MT) 235 2 Enhance pork production to achieve 60% self-sufficiency of the total consumption (Baseline: 1,590 MT, Target: 1,845 MT) 251 3 Enhance fish production to achieve 15% self-sufficiency of the total consumption (Baseline: 43 MT, Target: 250 MT 40 Total Outlay 526 In order to realize 50 percent chicken self-sufficiency target, three large-scale broiler farms in strategic locations (Tsirang, Samdrup Jongkhar, and Samtse) will be established. These farms housing 10,000 birds each will yield an annual production of 270 MT of chicken. Additionally, state-of-the-art clean chicken processing plants in Samtse and Dagana will be constructed and operational- ized to ensure seamless processing and distribution to strengthen the chicken value chain. To achieve 60 percent self-sufficiency in pork production, large-scale fattening farms will be established in Dagana, Sarpang, Samtse, and Samdrup Jongkhar with each farm having capacity of 200 fattener levels to produce 53 MT of pork annually. Moreover, the establishment of a high-tech pig breeding farm either in Samtse or Samrang in Samdrupjongkhar with a capacity of 240 sow level, will ensure a sustainable supply of quality fattening piglets. To achieve 15 percent self-sufficiency in fish consumption, Chirup commercial carp farms will be established in Samdrup Jongkhar and Dagana with each farm having the capacity to produce 15 MT annually. 1.3 Department of Agricultural Marketing and Cooperatives Project description Agri-marketing in Bhutan is characterized by poor coordination, small farm sizes, high transaction costs, post-harvest losses, and a lack of market infrastructure such as aggregation centers, processing facilities, and market outlets. In order to address these issues, efforts will be focused on strengthening youth groups and upgrading of farmer groups and cooperatives to federations, forming ag- 28 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy gregators, and establishing eco-hubs. Innovations across the agricultural value chain will be emphasized, particularly in product development, marketing and logistics. Focus will be in integrating value chain actors through both backward linkage with suppliers and forward linkage with markets. Objectives • Enhance economies of scale through operational youth groups, farmer groups and cooperatives • Enhance market-led production and strengthen agricultural marketing systems • Reduce drudgeries of agri-marketing and logistics Key Project activities and budget highlights Sl.No Activities Outlay (Nu. in Million) 1 Strengthen Farmer Groups and Cooperatives 110 2 Strengthen agrifood Enterprises 85 3 Agrifood marketing and value chain enhanced 82 4 Agrifood economic hub established in Paro for high value export commodities (asparagus, strawberry, mushroom, trout, broccoli) 140 5 Agrifood economic hub established in Sarpang for domestic/ex- port marketing of bulk commodities (ginger, areca nut, turmeric, mandarin, potato, cardamom) 147 Total Outlay 564 In order to strengthen farmer groups and cooperatives, upgrading groups and cooperatives will be fast tracked for dairy, poultry, and cardamom. Interventions such as institutionalization of Internal Control System (ICS), capacity building, and provision of value addition equipment will be implemented. Additionally, market linkage to the Gyalsung academies, schools, hospitals, other institutions, and Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) will be prioritized. Recognizing the potential for income generation, job creation, and reducing imports, agrifood based enterprise development will be supported and existing 29 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy enterprises upgraded. Targeted interventions in the areas of value addition, product development, packaging, labeling and branding will be undertaken besides logistics, transportation and distribution. Innovative digital solution will be leveraged. A well-structured value chain network across the Dzongkhags will be established in order to address the challenges of post-harvest losses, logistic issues, and lack of market infrastructures. Key interventions include forming aggregator networks, establishing main outlets for products from all 20 Dzongkhags, capacity building for value chain actors, and improving digital platforms for enhanced marketing, such as commodity exchanges, Agricultural Marketing Information System (AMIS), e-commerce platforms, and AI-based agricultural marketing systems. Two agrifood economic hubs will be established in Paro and Sarpang. These hubs will act as a centralized point in the value chain, coordinating backward integration with farmers/producers and forward integration with domestic, regional, and international export markets. Both hubs will feature advanced post-harvest facilities, support private sector participation, and aim to create comprehensive, efficient value chains from production to market. The hub at Paro will focus on high-value export commodities that are fresh and perishable in nature such as asparagus, strawberries, mushroom, trout, broccoli, etc. While the hub at Sarpang will handle bulk commodities like ginger, turmeric, areca nut, mandarin, potato, cardamom, and livestock products for both domestic and export markets. Private sectors and FDIs will be encouraged to invest and operationalize the agrifood eco-hubs. 2. Building resilience of smallholder farmers Like in other South Asian countries, Bhutanese farmers are predominantly small holders with the average land holding size of 3.7 acres (NSB, 2019). Smallhold- er farms will remain the mainstay for Bhutanese agriculture into the coming decade, and beyond, while initiatives to upscale commercial large-scale farms pick up pace and scale. Despite facing considerable production constraints and being at increased risks from climate change, smallholders remain an import- ant part of the Bhutanese economy, socio-cultural landscape and continue to 30 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy grow and provide a major share of crop and livestock produce, for a majority of the Bhutanese population. Contribution from the smallholders to national food security is significant, therefore, continued support for these categories of farmers will have a greater impact on the domestic food self-sufficiency than a small number of large farms. Tailored interventions in improving productivity and building resilience against the environmental and economic shocks will be prioritized. 2.1 Department of Agriculture Project description This project will support production of essential crops including cereals, veg- etables and fruits to enhance and sustain nutrition security. These essential crops are integral to the daily diet of the Bhutanese population. Despite their significant cultural and economic importance, domestic production of these vital commodities is hindered by challenges such as labor shortages, water scarcity, and low adoption of modern farming techniques. Emphasis will be placed on land development, mechanization, and research to improve productivity and resilience. The project is designed to support the primary food producers in rural areas to ensure local food and nutrition security, ultimately contributing towards national food supplies. Objectives 1. Increase the production of essential commodities 2. Support small holder farmers to enhance their livelihood and household income 3. Generate and promote agriculture technologies to enhance crop pro- duction and productivity 31 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Key Project activities and budget highlights SL No Activities Outlay (Nu. In Million) 1 Implement Million Fruit Tree Project (MFTP) to enhance the production of high-value fruits and nuts for food and nutrition security and income generation 625.50 2 Enhance self-sufficiency of rice through irrigation, land develop- ment, mechanization, input subsidy, research, and production support services (25% to 30% Self Sufficiency Ratio) (SSR) 1,279.99 3 Self-sufficiency of maize enhanced through research and pro- duction input supports 15.00 4 Self-sufficiency of wheat crop enhanced through improved seed and research 26.00 5 Self-sufficiency of essential vegetable enhanced (Chili, onion, tomato, cauliflower, and beans) enhanced through protected cultivation and other production input services (41% to 62%) 689.14 6 Production of potatoes through the support of strategic produc- tion inputs, research, and development 88.00 7 Production of mushrooms by supporting private entrepreneurs with necessary equipment, skill development and research. 27.80 8 Generate and promote innovative agriculture technologies through R&D and support services 140.20 9 Establish fencing technology in all 20 Dzongkhags to mitigate crop loss due to wildlife depredation 5,100.00 10 Strengthen agro-meteorology services and institute index-based crop insurance to enhance adaptation to climate change impacts 59.00 11 Production of nutri-cereals (quinoa & buckwheat) through the support of strategic production inputs, research and certification. 30.73 Total Outlay 8,081.36 The department aims to enhance and maintain a manageable level of food self-sufficiency for cereals. Among the cereals, rice, maize, wheat, buckwheat and quinoa have been prioritized given their significant dependency and es- sential role in the diet and nutrition security of the population. The support will be provided through a combination of improved agricultural practices, 32 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy research and targeted support services. The investment cost for rice is much higher compared to other cereals given its importance as the staple crop for the Bhutanese populace. Vegetables such as chili, onion, tomato, cauliflower, and beans are considered essential and identified based on the consumption pattern and nutritional prop- erties for a balanced diet. These interventions will contribute to enhance gross self-sufficiency level, increasing from 41 percent to 62 percent through initiatives like protected cultivation and improved production methods. Potato production will receive support through strategic inputs, research, and development, while mushroom cultivation will be promoted among private entrepreneurs with the necessary equipment, skills development, and research support. Innovative ag- ricultural technologies, including climate smart technologies will be developed and disseminated through research and support services. Innovative fencing will be established across all 20 Dzongkhags to mitigate crop losses due to wildlife. The agrometeorology services will be strengthened and index-based crop insurance will be institutionalized to enhance the adaptive capacity of smallholder farmers. MFTP from the last plan period will be continued with plantation of millions of high value fruits and nuts across the country which is expected to enhance the nutritional security and income generation. The unemployed youth interested in farming will be supported with investment in high value priority crops in urban and peri-urban areas. Overall, these integrated efforts underscore the department’s commitment to supporting agricultural development, improving food and nutrition security, and fostering sustainable livelihoods in Bhutan. By investing in technology, in- frastructure, and supportive policies, the aim is to empower farmers, enhance productivity, and mitigate the adverse effects of environmental and economic uncertainties in the agricultural sector. 2.2 Department of Livestock Project description Livestock plays an integral role in the lives of Bhutanese farmers and it forms an indispensable component of the agricultural production system in Bhutan. Livestock are raised in Bhutan for various reasons including milk, egg, meat, 33 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy and manure production, draught power, as a source of income and as assets. Livestock is vital to improve rural livelihood, secure household food and nutri- tion security and boost income. The share of GDP of the livestock sector is 6.57 percent in 2023 which in terms of monetary value is Nu. 14.74 billion (based on current price). The rural economy of Bhutan is traditionally based on smallholder farming, pri- marily subsistence-oriented, mixed farming systems and migratory yak herding systems at high altitudes. Subsistence farming involves rearing both improved and native breeds of livestock and use of traditional technologies that needs to be improved to address the growing demand for animal-based food in Bhutan. In order to scale-up production and enhance income of subsistence farmers, the livestock sector has outlined strategic interventions in the 13th FYP for each livestock commodity. In terms of dairy, the targeted interventions focus on improving milk quality and enhancing quantity. In terms of meat products such as pork, chicken and fish, the focus is on ‘clean meat’ production. In terms of animal health, the primary focus is on reduction and freedom from targeted livestock diseases of public health significance and economic importance in the country. In terms of highland communities, the focus is on strengthening research and development with focus on high value livestock products. All these targeted interventions will progressively revolutionize the livestock management practices to produce quality surplus livestock products for the market with a long-term interest to transform from traditional to market oriented produc- tion systems. Interventions in the areas of breed improvement, animal health services, feed and fodder development, highland development and providing technical backstopping and extension services will be continued in the 13th FYP. Objectives • Boost domestic production of quality livestock products • Enhance income and livelihoods of rural communities • Support resilient and climate smart livestock farming practices 34 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Sl.No Activities Outlay (Nu. in Million) 1 Intensify dairy breed improvement program for enhanced milk production to achieve 85% of the total milk consumption through domestic production (Baseline: 43,829 MT, Target: 73,984 MT) 164.00 2 Strengthen dairy value chains for new and improved products 179.00 3 Support resilient and climate smart dairy farming practices 201.00 4 Enhance animal nutrition services for enhanced productivity 179.00 5 Enhance input support for increased egg and chicken production (Chicken: 1,165 MT baseline, Target: 2,000 MT) (Egg: 86 million baseline, Target: 174 million) 302.00 6 Adoption of climate resilient farming technologies through energy efficient and integrated farming 29.00 7 Enhance input support for increased pork production (Baseline: 1,590 MT, Target: 1,845 MT) 14.97 8 Adoption of climate resilient farming technologies through energy efficient and integrated farming 54.00 9 Heighten farm biosecurity standards in all pig farms to protect resilience of the farms 53.00 10 Enhance input support for fish production (Baseline: 43 MT, Target: 250 MT) 81.00 11 Strengthen fishery value chain to upscale fish production 20.00 12 Disseminate climate resilient farming technologies for improved fish productivity 73.00 13 Enhance highland livestock productivity (yak, sheep, horse, mastiff) 35.00 14 Strengthen highland farm infrastructure 39.00 15 Enhance rangeland management for yak nutrition 33.00 16 Ongoing Trial and Research for Development of High Value Live- stock Products 250.50 17 Eliminate PPR (Peste des petits) through application of strategies outlined in the National official control program for PPR and gain official recognition of PPR free status of Bhutan 10.00 18 Eliminate dog-mediated rabies in Bhutan through application of strategies outlined in the National official control programme for dog-mediated rabies, and gain official recognition for dog-mediated Rabies free status of Bhutan 53.00 Key Project activities and budget highlights 35 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 19 Eliminate Bovine Brucellosis through strategies outlined in the Na- tional Bovine Brucellosis Prevention, Control and Elimination Plan, and self-declaration of freedom from infection with Brucella abortus 10.00 20 Strengthen laboratory diagnostic facilities and veterinary epidemi- ology services to enhance service efficiency and increase livestock productivity 102.00 21 Strengthen veterinary clinical service delivery to enhance livestock productivity and ensure animal welfare 498.00 22 Strengthen veterinary services to optimize resource allocation and alleviate the financial burden on the government through targeted interventions 5.00 Total Outlay 2,345.47 Dairy cattle breed improvement will be intensified through strengthening and expansion of Artificial Insemination services in feasible areas; and application of sexed semen technology to accelerate dairy heifer production under Elite Heifer Breeders Scheme expanded in 30 potential dairy cluster villages across the country. Value chain of dairy products will be strengthened through the institution of a quality-based milk pricing system and developing dairy products standards and support in establishment of essential dairy processing units and equipment. Animal nutrition services will be enhanced through supply of quality inputs, promotion of emerging feed and fodder technologies to ensure avail- ability, quality, safety, affordability and utilization of diverse feeding resources to enhance livestock productivity. To enhance egg and clean meat production (chicken, pork & fish), the production and distribution of quality inputs along with appropriate technical backstop- ping, strengthened farm biosecurity measures, post-production and value chain development will be implemented. This will be further strengthened with the initiation of mobile Artificial Insemination services for pig breeding in Tsirang, Chukha, Dagana and Samtse. Fish production will be enhanced through revival of 200 numbers of defunct fish ponds along with establishment of new fish ponds in feasible areas. In order to achieve 13th FYP fish production target, the support for existing trout farms and opportunities for establishment of small scale trout farms shall be provided. To enhance productivity of highland livestock, AI services, supply of breeding 36 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy bulls and semen processing facilities will be strengthened. Besides for Gid disease control, required medicines and vaccines will be supplied. Yak nutrition will be improved through rangeland restoration, resources mapping and promotion of highland fodder enterprises. Efforts will be also taken to promote climate resilient livestock farming practices such as establishment of biogas plants, adoption of climate resilient feed and fodder system, installation of solar radiant energy efficient heating system for poultry and piggery farms, development of resilient breeds, climate friendly dairy sheds and application of Effective Microorganism Technology. Further, ongoing trials will be continued to enhance production of high value livestock products such as red caviar, caviar, niche yak cheese (Tomme, Gom- del, Gouda and Caciocavallo), yak fiber, sheep wool, yagyu beef and royal jelly aiming for export markets. The animal health sector will focus on safeguarding animal health to protect public health and strengthen food security through improving the efficiency and sustainability of veterinary services employing a multifaceted strategy. This will be achieved through targeting freedom from diseases of public health significance and economic importance like dog-mediated rabies, Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), and bovine brucellosis, so as to improve livestock health and productivity, reduce zoonotic disease transmission, and contribute towards ensuring a reliable food supply chain. Additionally, strategies such as strengthening veterinary clinical services, disease surveillance, upgrading laboratory diagnostics, promoting community education, advancing veterinary workforce skills, and targeted interventions will be undertaken. These initiatives are designed to improve animal welfare, support sustainable animal husbandry, foster resilient livestock production, and improve livelihoods. 2.3 Department of Agricultural Marketing and Cooperatives Project description Given the scattered farm locations, access to inputs and marketing has been a challenge for both the farmers and the government. To that end, farmshop (Sanam Tshongkhag) as an innovative socio-business model will be implemented to enhance access to essential grocery items, farm inputs, and most importantly for buyback of agricultural produce from rural communities. Minimum Price 37 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Guarantee Scheme for agricultural produce will provide smallholder farmers with a reliable market and fair prices for their harvests. This initiative not only stabilizes income but also encourages farmers to invest in higher-quality pro- duction methods. By decentralizing management to local governments, the project intends to ensure that farmshops are tailored to local agricultural needs, enhancing their effectiveness and sustainability. Objectives • Enhance access and hiring of essential farm inputs • Enhance access to basic food and essential grocery items • Facilitate Minimum Price Guarantee Scheme of selected agrifood com- modities Key Project activities and budget highlights Sl. No Activities Outlay (Nu. in Million) 1. Enhance accessibility and affordability of essential food items 279 Total Outlay 279 The farmshops will be established at viable locations based on the feasibility. The operation and management of farmshops, including their necessity, loca- tion, and day-to-day operations, will be decentralized and entrusted to the local governments to enable sustainable management of the farmshops. 3. Promotion of high-value agricultural products for Export markets The promotion of high-value agricultural products for export markets is a stra- tegic initiative aimed at enhancing economic growth and increasing foreign exchange earnings. The promotion of high-value agricultural products will help to achieve economic growth, enhance farmers’ income and enhance global presence. By leveraging its strengths in organic and sustainable agriculture, Bhutan can successfully position its unique and high-quality products in the lucrative international markets. In the 13th FYP, export promotion and market reach for high value agricultural commodities shall be promoted through the “Brand Bhutan” approach putting 38 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy to advantage Bhutan’s unique selling proposition in particular the development guiding philosophy of GNH, pristine environment, sustainable agricultural practices, rich cultural diversity and political stability amongst others. Besides the domestic markets including the Gelephu Mindfulness City, these high value commodities will be promoted in niche export markets in the region and beyond through effective advertisment and story-telling by social media influencers. 3.1 Department of Agriculture Project description Under this project, the primary focus will be on high value commodities such as mushroom, betel leaves, black pepper, strawberry and organically produced broccoli and asparagus. Climate smart production technologies, irrigation methods coupled with improved seeds will be promoted. Objectives • Increase the production of the targeted high-value agricultural crops • Enhance economic growth by fostering commercial ventures Key Project activities and budget highlights SL No Activities Outlay (Nu. In Million) 1 Production of high-value Organic Asparagus & Organic Broccoli through improved management practices 48.00 2 Establish commercial strawberry farm (Greenhouse -100mx24m and supply of runners) 19.70 3 Upscale mushroom enterprises by empowering mushroom entre- preneurs 20.00 Total Outlay 87.70 With a pristine environment and longstanding commitment to organic farming, Bhutan holds significant potential for natural production. Organic asparagus and broccoli are identified as high value export potential vegetables based on the existing international market opportunities. The production areas will 39 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy be focused in dzongkhags that have easy access to transportation routes for shipping to international markets. The second initiative under this project is commercialization of strawberries. Among many fruits that have been introduced and promoted in the country, strawberry cultivation has not been cultivated at commercial scale. Farmers grow strawberries mainly for self-consumption and the negligible quantity of domestic produce sold in the local market are often of inferior quality. The market for strawberries is expected to increase with the establishment of Gelephu Mindfulness City and Gyalsung Academies. Investment in organic third- party certification will enhance its marketing prospects. However, strawberry cultivation faces challenges, including the scarcity of quality propagation materials, the perishable nature of the fruits, and susceptibility to pests and diseases. Implementing protected structures would enable farmers to mitigate these challenges, reducing pest incidence, improving yield, and enhancing fruit quality. Mushrooms are highly nutritious and environment friendly crops that contain numerous nutritional and medicinal benefits. It is also a good source of cash income for mushroom growers. In Bhutan, mushrooms are made available either from wild collection or from small scale household production. Support will be provided for mushroom enterprises to sustain raw materials for mushroom cultivation. Additionally, quality mushroom spawn which are technically difficult to be produced by the private sector, would be taken up by the National Mushroom Centre for distribution to the farmers. 3.2 Department of Livestock Project description In order to increase income for farmers and contribute to the economic growth of the country, the Ministry will focus on enhancing production of high value products to meet the emerging demands from diverse markets. The main priority during the 13th FYP will be on three high value products namely honey, cage free eggs and trout production for the export markets. The strategic interventions will support and enhance the production and value chain development of prioritized high value livestock products for export to international markets. Furthermore, emphasis will be given to product standard- 40 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy ization, certification and branding in collaboration with the Bhutan Food and Drug Authority (BFDA) as per the requirements of the international markets. Objectives • Increase income for farmers • Earn higher revenue through export to international markets • Enhance livestock sector contribution to GDP Key Project activities and budget highlights Sl. No. Activities Outlay (Nu. in Million) 1. Enhance honey production and marketing (blossom honey & cream honey (72 MT); comb honey (8.5 MT), pot honey (Putka) (2.5MT)): Total 83 MT 36.00 2. Enhance fish production (Trout - 30 MT by 2029) 116.00 3. Enhance production of cage free eggs for export market (10 million) 5.00 Total Outlay 157.00 In order to enhance honey production, beehive sets and equipment will be supplied to potential dzongkhags such as Samtse, Haa and Bumthang. A hon- eybee laboratory with basic facilities will be established and standardization, processing, packaging, labeling and branding of honey as high value products will be done in collaboration with relevant agencies. To enhance trout production, six trout enterprises will be supported in Punakha, Wangdue, Sarpang, Samtse, Dagana and Chukha with the capacity to produce 5 MT each annually. Further, small scale processing facilities will be established at six strategic locations for clean fish production. To certify eggs as “cage free eggs” for export to the international market, standardization and certification of potential large-scale poultry farms will be initiated to meet the standards required for export markets. 41 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Key Project activities and budget highlights 3.3 Department of Agricultural Marketing and Cooperatives Project description Promoting agricultural exports is a key strategy to boost production, generate income, alleviate poverty, enhance food security, and drive economic growth. Currently, exports are limited and mainly focused on India and Bangladesh. However, there is significant potential in these markets as well as in new markets like Singapore, Australia, Thailand, the Middle East, Japan, and South Korea, especially for high-value, low-volume products such as asparagus, broccoli, ginger and turmeric powder, chili, fresh fruits, and rainbow trout. Challenges in export promotion include meeting the regulatory requirements of importing countries. To address these constraints and promote exports, several interventions are planned. These include developing grand challenge products through Geographical Indication tagging, branding, certification, standardization, packaging, labeling, exploring and establishing new markets, and promoting products effectively. Objectives • Diversify and expand export market for agricultural commodities • Double value of agricultural commodities export by 2029 Sl. No. Activities Outlay (Nu. in Million) 1 Premium quality product development for high-end market 17.5 2 New market exploration and establishment 50 Total Outlay 67.5 42 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy In achieving the project objectives, premium quality products based on the grand challenge concept having international recognition will be implemented. It will involve identifying key commodities for Geographical Indication certification and protection. Market outlets in potential countries like India, Bangladesh, the Middle East, and Singapore will be established. 4. Enhancing ecosystem services from sustainable and resilient biodiversity initiatives 4.1 National Biodiversity Centre Project description Bhutan is a biodiversity-rich country with more than 11,000 species recorded thus far despite being a small landlocked country. Realizing the economic po- tential of these resources, efforts will be placed towards sustainable utilization generating tangible economic benefits while improving the livelihood of the rural communities. Additionally, continued effort in building a biodiversity repository and infor- mation centers will be continued for informed decision-making and effective conservation strategies. This will include strengthening ex-situ conservation to safeguard Bhutan’s rare and unique biodiversity. Access to these diverse genetic resources conserved in a biorepository serves as a genetic security as well as enables the development of resilient crop vari- eties and animal breeds that can withstand climate change, pests, and diseases, thereby enhancing agricultural productivity and ensuring food security for local communities. Objectives • Strengthen biodiversity conservation and sustainable utilization initiatives while ensuring generation of economic benefits through germplasm conservation and product diversification. 43 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Key Project activities and budget highlights Sl. No. Activities Outlay (Nu. in Million) 1 Utilization of native animal and plant genetic resources through product diversification and valuation 53.0 2 Revenue generation through biodiversity initiatives 24.0 3 Strengthening biorepository and ex-situ conservation facilities to prevent species extinction in the country 24.0 Total Outlay 101.0 One of the activities under this project will include strengthening the sustainable utilization of native neglected and under-utilized biological resources such as Yuebja poultry, Nublang cattle and Saphag pig and finger millet through product diversification and value addition. The other activity will delve into enhancing revenue generation from nature-based product development through bio-prospecting, access and benefit sharing ini- tiatives, and the micropropagation and sale of economically potential biological resources, and collection of fees. The final activity will focus on strengthening biorepository and ex-situ conser- vation facilities to prevent species extinction in the country. Other activities are biodiversity repository and information centre for biodiversity-related data in the country; strengthening living and herbarium collections of native plant diversity and genebanks to prevent species from extinction; and development of National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plans aligning to the Global Bio- diversity Framework. 5. Improving business ecosystem 5.1 Secretariat Project description Improving the business ecosystem in the agricultural sector is essential for enhancing productivity, sustainability, and profitability. A well-functioning eco- system supports farmers, agribusinesses, and related stakeholders by providing the necessary infrastructure, policies, and services that facilitate growth and 44 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy innovation. In particular, this project intends to create conducive and enabling environment for the implementation of other projects to maximize impacts. It emphasizes improving two parameters of improving policy and regulatory frameworks, governance mechanisms and expanding access to finance and de-risking the sectors from shocks and calamities. Objectives Improve the business ecosystem of the agricultural sector for better service delivery, enhanced sectoral growth and sustainability. Key project activities and budget highlights The Secretariat of the Ministry would lead the 13th FYP project on “Improving Business Ecosystem” through the implementation of the following activities: Sl. No. Activities Outlay (Nu. in Million) 1 Regulatory reforms and policy enhancement 0.00 2 Strengthen governance infrastructure 300.00 3 Access to finance and incentive mechanisms 1,500.00 Total Outlay 1,800.00 The first activity involves revising and improving existing regulations and policies to create a more conducive environment for business operations. The activity does not require a direct financial outlay, because it involves administrative changes and policy adjustments that do not incur significant costs and shall be met from the Ministry’s regular annual budget. The second activity focuses on enhancing the governance structures and systems that support the agri- cultural business ecosystem. This includes building or upgrading the physical infrastructure of the Secretariat Office. The third activity aims to improve access to financial services and create incentives to support businesses in the agri- cultural sector through provision of loans, subsidies, grants, or tax incentives. Additionally, Nu. 1,500 million is earmarked for the establishment of crop and livestock insurance schemes. CHAPTER FOUR : MONITORING, EVALUATION AND REPORTING 46 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Th e M in is tr y w ill e m pl oy t he fr am ew or k be lo w w hi ch p ro vi de s m on ito rin g an d ev al ua tio n gu id an ce a s th e co rn er st on e in as se ss in g th e pr og re ss , a ch ie ve m en t a nd im pa ct s o f t he p ro je ct s a nd a ct iv iti es . T he P ol ic y an d Pl an ni ng D iv is io n w ill sp ea rh ea d th e im pl em en ta tio n of th is m on ito rin g fr am ew or k as d et ai le d be lo w . 1. 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A gr ic ul tu re Pr od uc tio n En ha nc ed In cr ea se in p ad dy pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f p ad dy p ro du ce d an nu al ly M T 40 ,8 04 54 ,0 40 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in m ai ze pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f m ai ze p ro du ce d an nu al ly M T 25 ,11 8 31 ,9 66 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in q ui no a pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f q ui no a pr od uc ed a nn ua lly M T 12 .8 8 25 0 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in c hi li pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f c hi li pr od uc ed a nn ua lly M T 4, 84 8 7, 66 5 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly 47 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy In cr ea se in to m at o pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f t om at o pr od uc ed a nn ua lly M T 20 6 1,0 45 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in o ni on pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f o ni on p ro du ce d an nu al ly M T 18 5 1,0 89 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in b ea n pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f b ea n pr od uc ed a nn ua lly M T 1,5 33 2, 31 2 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in c au lifl ow er pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f c au lifl ow er p ro du ce d an nu al ly M T 1,0 63 1,8 15 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in o rg an ic as pa ra gu s pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f o rg an ic a sp ar ag us p ro du ce d an nu al ly M T 1.1 36 10 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in o rg an ic br oc co li pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f o rg an ic b ro cc ol i p ro du ce d an nu al ly M T 14 .2 25 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in fr ui t pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f f ru its a nd n ut s pr od uc ed a nn ua lly M T 41 ,7 44 10 4, 02 4 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in m us hr oo m pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f m us hr oo m p ro du ce d an nu al ly M T 35 0 36 4 An nu al re po rt An nu al ly In cr ea se in p ot at o pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f p ot at o pr od uc ed a nn ua lly M T 37 ,7 49 43 ,7 74 .5 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In pu t I nd ic at or s In di ca to r d es cr ip tio n U ni t Ba se lin e (2 02 3) Cu m ul at iv e Ta rg et (2 02 9) M ea ns o f Ve ri fic at io n Re po rt in g Fr eq ue nc y N um be r o f c lim at e sm ar t i rr ig at io n sc he m es Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l n um be r o f cl im at e sm ar t i rr ig at io n sy st em c on st ru ct ed o r re no va te d (a bs ol ut e ta rg et : 2 6 sc he m es ) N um be r 1,2 00 1,2 26 An nu al h ig hl ig ht re po rt An nu al ly 48 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Le ng th o f i nn ov at iv e fe nc in g in st al le d to m iti ga te c ro p lo ss d ue to w ild lif e de pr ed at io n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l l en gt h fe nc ed b y ch ai n- lin k or o th er in no va tiv e fe nc in g ( a bs ol ut e ta rg et : 3 40 0 km ) Km 87 3, 48 7 An nu al h ig hl ig ht re po rt An nu al ly N um be r o f c om m er ci al ag ric ul tu re fa rm s es ta bl is he d It m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f c om m er ci al fa rm s es ta bl is he d th ro ug h in je ct io n of in iti al in ve st m en t c os t o n a co st s ha rin g ba si s N um be r 0 6 An nu al h ig hl ig ht re po rt An nu al ly Ar ea b ro ug ht u nd er su st ai na bl e la nd de ve lo pm en t Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l f ar m la nd ar ea b ro ug ht u nd er la nd d ev el op m en t/ te rr ac e co ns ol id at io n (a bs ol ut e ta rg et : 3 ,6 00 a rc es ) Ac re 11 ,6 20 15 ,2 20 An nu al h ig hl ig ht re po rt An nu al ly Ar ea b ro ug ht u nd er fa rm m ec ha ni za tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l a re a un de r so m e so rt o f f ar m m ec ha ni za tio n (a bs ol ut e ta rg et : 3 60 0 ac re s) . B as el in e: 3 9, 36 7 ac re s un de r s om e so rt o f m ec ha ni za tio n in cl us iv e of la nd d ev el op m en t, th us 11 ,6 20 a cr es is su bt ra ct ed fr om fa rm m ac ha ni za tio n) Ac re 27 ,7 47 31 ,3 47 An nu al h ig hl ig ht re po rt An nu al ly To ta l s ub si dy p ro vi de d on tr an sp or at io n an d co m m is si on o n sa le o f fe rt ili ze rs a nd B ut ac hl or 5G w ee di ci de s Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l s ub si dy pr ov id ed o n tr an sp or at io n an d co m m is si on o n sa le o f f er til iz er s an d Bu ta ch lo r 5 G w ee di ci de s (N u. 10 m ill io n pe r y ea r) N u. in m ill io n N A 50 An nu al h ig hl ig ht re po rt An nu al ly N um be r o f p ro te ct ed cu lti va tio n st ru ct ur es es ta bl is he d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l G re en ho us e in st al le d in th e dz on gk ha gs fo r c ro p cu lti va tio n (a bs ol ut e ta rg et : 6 96 2) N um be rs 5, 67 2 12 ,6 34 An nu al h ig hl ig ht re po rt An nu al ly 49 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy N um be r o f w ea th er ba se d cr op a dv is or y se rv ic es g en er at ed a nd di ss em in at ed Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e w ea th er b as ed cr op a dv is or y se rv ic es g en er at ed w ee kl y on ly du rin g cr iti ca l g ro w in g st ag es o f t he c ro ps Ti m el in e N A W ee kl y du rin g cr op cr iti ca l st ag e Ad vi so rie s ge ne ra te d th ro ug h Ag ro m et D ec is io n Su pp or t S ys te m w eb si te An nu al ly N um be r o f t ec hn ol og ie s ge ne ra te d in cl ud in g CS A te ch no lo gi es It m ea su re s th e re le as ed /n ot ifi ed a gr ic ul tu ra l te ch no lo gi es in cl ud in g cl im at e sm ar t te ch no lo gi es (t ec hn ol og y an d cr op v ar ie tie s) by V ar ie ty R el ea se C om m itt e an d Te ch no lo gy Re le as e Co m m itt ee (a bs ol ut e ta rg et : 5 0 nu m be rs ) N um be r 11 9 16 9 An nu al h ig hl ig ht re po rt An nu al ly 2. L iv es to ck Pr od uc tio n En ha nc ed O ut pu t I nd ic at or s In di ca to r d es cr ip tio n U ni t Ba se lin e (2 02 3) Ta rg et (2 02 9) M ea ns o f Ve ri fic at io n A nn ua lly In cr ea se in m ilk pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f m ilk p ro du ce d an nu al ly M T 43 ,8 28 73 ,9 84 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in e gg pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (m ill io n) o f e gg s pr od uc ed a nn ua lly N um be r in m ill io n 86 17 4 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in c hi ck en pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f c hi ck en p ro du ce d an nu al ly M T 1,1 65 2, 00 0 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in p or k pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f p or k pr od uc ed a nn ua lly M T 1,5 90 1,8 45 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly In cr ea se in fi sh pr od uc tio n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l q ua nt ity (M T) o f fi sh p ro du ce d an nu al ly M T 43 25 0 Ce ns us re po rt pu bl is he d by N SB An nu al ly 50 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy O bt ai n offi ci al re co gn iti on o f f re ed om fr om P PR , d og -m ed ia te d ra bi es a nd b ov in e br uc el lo si s in B hu ta n Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e tim el in e by w hi ch Bh ut an g et s offi ci al re co gn iti on o f f re ed om fr om P PR , r ab ie s an d br uc el lo si s fr om W or ld O rg an iz at io n fo r A ni m al H ea lth (W O AH ) Ti m el in e N A 20 29 O ffi ci al co rr es po nd en ce fr om W O AH An nu al ly In pu t I nd ic at or s In di ca to r d es cr ip tio n U ni t Ba se lin e (2 02 3) Ta rg et (2 02 9) M ea ns o f Ve ri fic at io n Re po rt in g Fr eq ue nc y To ta l n um be r o f b ov in e se m en d os es p ro du ce d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l d os es o f bo vi ne s em en p ro du ce d an d pr oc ur ed fo r da iry b re ed im pr ov em en t p ro gr am D os e 17 ,4 87 28 ,0 00 Ad m in is tr at iv e da ta /A nn ua l re po rt , D oL An nu al ly To ta l q ua nt ity o f l iq ui d ni tr og en p ro du ce d an d su pp lie d to A I C en tr es Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l l ite rs o f liq ui d N itr og en p ro du ce d an d di st rib ut ed to A I ce nt re d ai ry b re ed in te ns ifi ca tio n pr og ra m Li te r 71 ,6 53 11 5, 22 5 Ad m in is tr at iv e da ta /A nn ua l re po rt , D oL An nu al ly Ac re ag e of im pr ov ed pa st ur e de ve lo pe d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e cu m ul at iv e to ta l o f im pr ov ed p as tu re d ev el op ed in th e co un tr y Ac re 25 ,5 65 30 ,5 65 Ad m in is tr at iv e da ta /A nn ua l re po rt , D oL An nu al ly To ta l n um be r o f la ye r D ay O ld C hi ks (D O Cs ) p ro du ce d an d di st rib ut ed Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l n um be r o f La ye r D O Cs p ro du ce d an d di st rib ut ed in th e co un tr y N um be r 53 3, 49 5 80 7, 85 7 Ad m in is tr at iv e da ta /A nn ua l re po rt , D oL An nu al ly To ta l n um be r o f pi gl et s pr od uc ed a nd di st rib ut ed Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l n um be r of p ig le ts p ro du ce d an d di st rib ut ed in th e co un tr y N um be r 12 ,8 13 21 ,0 00 Ad m in is tr at iv e da ta /A nn ua l re po rt , D oL An nu al ly To ta l n um be r o f fin ge rli ng s pr od uc ed an d di st rib ut ed Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l n um be r o f fin ge rli ng s pr od uc ed a nd d is tr ib ut ed in th e co un tr y N um be r 1,6 54 ,5 27 3, 24 0, 00 0 Ad m in is tr at iv e da ta /A nn ua l re po rt , D oL An nu al 51 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy N um be r o f l ar ge - sc al e liv es to ck fa rm s es ta bl is he d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f l ar ge sc al e liv es to ck fa rm s es ta bl is he d (c hi ck en , po rk , fi sh e tc ) e ith er b y SO Es /p riv at e en tr ep re ne ur /g ro up s in p ot en tia l d zo ng kh ag s (S am ts e, Ts ira ng , S ar pa ng , S am dr up jo ng kh ar , D ag an a, W an gd ue , C hu kh a) N um be r N A 6 (C hi ck en : 27 0 M T, Po rk : 5 3 M T, Fi sh : 1 5 M T) An nu al R ep or t/ Ad m in is tr at iv e da ta An nu al 3. M ar ke tin g of a gr ic ul tu re an d liv es to ck co m m od iti es en ha nc ed O ut pu t I nd ic at or s In di ca to r d es cr ip tio n U ni t Ba se lin e (2 02 3) Ta rg et (2 02 9) M ea ns o f Ve ri fic at io n Re po rt in g Fr eq ue nc y N um be r o f G ra nd Ch al le ng e/ Pr em iu m Q ua lit y Pr od uc t de ve lo pe d fo r e xp or t Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f pr em iu m q ua lit y pr od uc ts d ev el op ed a s pa rt of th e gr an d ch al le ng e in iti at iv e. N um be r 0 2 An nu al R ep or t An nu al ly N um be r o f n ew e xp or t m ar ke ts e st ab lis he d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f e xp or t m ar ke t e st ab lis he d fo r i nc re as ed e xp or ts a nd in co m e ge ne ra tio n N um be r 2 5 An nu al R ep or t An nu al ly In pu t I nd ic at or s In di ca to r d es cr ip tio n U ni t Ba se lin e (2 02 3) Ta rg et (2 02 9) M ea ns o f Ve ri fic at io n Re po rt in g Fr eq ue nc y N um be r o f Fa rm er G ro up s an d Co op er at iv es st re ng th en ed th ro ug h in st itu tin g eff ec tiv e an d op er at io na l I nt er na l Co nt ro l S ys te m Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f F ar m er G ro up s an d Co op er at iv es th at im pl em en ts eff ec tiv e In te rn al C on tr ol S ys te m N um be r 8 50 An nu al M on ito rin g an d Ev al ua tio n Re po rt An nu al ly 52 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy N um be r o f A gr i- fo od e co no m ic h ub s es ta bl is he d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f ag rif oo d ec on om ic h ub s es ta bl is he d N um be r 0 2 An nu al R ep or t An nu al ly N um be r o f Fa rm er G ro up s an d Co op er at iv es co ns ol id at ed an d up gr ad ed to Fe de ra tio ns Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f Fe de ra tio ns fo rm ed N um be r 1 3 An nu al R ep or t/ Re gi st ra tio n Ce rt ifi ca te An nu al ly N um be r o f F ar m er G ro up s/ Co op er at iv es lin ke d w ith G ya ls un g Ac ad em ie s, G M C an d ex po rt m ar ke t Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f lin ka ge s cr ea te d N um be r 0 50 An nu al R ep or t An nu al ly N um be r o f l in ka ge s in st itu tio na liz ed be tw ee n Fa rm er s G ro up /C oo pe ra tiv es an d sc ho ol s, in st itu tio ns (M on as tic an d Ed uc at io n) , a nd ho sp ita ls Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f sc ho ol s, h os pi ta ls a nd v ar io us in st itu tio ns lin ke d to F ar m er G ro up s an d Co op er at iv es N um be r 36 8 48 1 An nu al R ep or t An nu al ly 53 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy N um be r o f a gr ifo od en te rp ris es e st ab lis he d or s tr en gt he ne d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r of a gr ifo od e nt er pr is e es ta bl is he d or st re ng th en ed th ro ug h su pp or t o f v al ue ad di tio n eq ui pm en ts , p ac ka gi ng , l og is tic s, br an di ng a nd c er tifi ca tio n N um be r 43 75 An nu al R ep or t An nu al ly N um be r o f d ig ita l pl at fo rm fo r e nh an ce d ag ric ul tu ra l m ar ke tin g im pr ov ed /d ev el op ed Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f d ig ita l pl at fo rm s de ve lo pe d an d en ha nc ed (e xi st in g on es ). N um be r 3 5 An nu al R ep or t An nu al ly 4. B io di ve rs ity co ns er va tio n, pr od uc t de ve lo pm en t an d bi op ro sp ec tin g st re ng th en ed O ut pu t I nd ic at or In di ca to r d es cr ip tio n U ni t Ba se lin e (2 02 3) Ta rg et (2 02 9) M ea ns o f Ve ri fic at io n Re po rt in g Fr eq ue nc y N um be r o f bi op ro sp ec tin g in iti at iv es in cr ea se d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e in cr ea se in v al ue of b io pr os pe ct in g in iti at iv es in cr ea se d th ro ug h va lu e ad de d pr od uc ts o f Ch ira ta , P rim ul a, Sy m pl oc us a nd o th er s pe ci es , S ap ha p or k, Yu eb ja e gg , N ub la ng c ow m ilk & fi ng er m ill et nu tr ic er ea l a nd fi ng er m ill et R TE a ft er p ro fil in g. N um be r 14 21 Ph ys ic al p ro du ct ve rifi ca tio n An nu al ly N um be r o f n ew s pe ci es di sc ov er ed o r n ew re co rd fo r B hu ta n do cu m en te d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f n ew sp ec ie s of p la nt s an d ot he r b io di ve rs ity g ro up s (e ith er n ew to s ci en ce a nd a n ew re co rd fo r Bh ut an ) d is co ve re d. N um be r 0 50 Pu bl ic at io n of n ew di sc ov er y An nu al ly In pu t I nd ic at or s In di ca to r d es cr ip tio n U ni t Ba se lin e (2 02 3) Ta rg et (2 02 9) M ea ns o f Ve ri fic at io n Re po rt in g Fr eq ue nc y 54 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy N um be r o f v al ue -a dd ed pr od uc ts d ev el op ed (Q ua nt ity ) Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l n um be r of v al ue -a dd ed p ro du ct s de ve lo pe d w ith pa rt ic ul ar fo cu s on fi ve p ro du ct s na m el y Sa ph a po rk , Y ue bj a eg g, N ub la ng c ow m ilk af te r s el ec tiv e br ee di ng , c ha ra te riz at io n an d pr ofi lin g, & fi ng er m ill et n ut ric er ea l a nd fi ng er m ill et R TE a ft er p ro fil in g. N um be r 0 5 Ph ys ic al p ro du ct ve rifi ca tio n An nu al ly N um be r o f A BS pr od uc ts d ev el op ed (V al ue ) Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e de ve lo pm en t of n at ur e- ba se d pr od uc ts u nd er A cc es s an d Be ne fit S ha rin g (A BS ) r eg im e fo cu si ng o n Ch ira ta , P rim ul a, S ym pl oc us a nd o th er s pe ci es N um be r 14 16 Ph ys ic al p ro du ct An nu al ly N um be r o f k ey n at iv e or na m en ta l p la nt s pr op ag at ed Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e to ta l n um be r or na m en ta l p ro pa ga te d an d so ld fo cu si ng o n Pa ph io pe di lu m fa irr ie an um , P . v en us tu m a nd ot he rs s pe ci es . N um be r 0 5, 00 0 An nu al R ep or t/ Sa le s Re co rd An nu al ly N um be r o f n ew re gi st er ed u se rs ac qu ire d fo r t he B hu ta n Bi od iv er si ty P or ta l (B BP ) w ith in cr ea se d ob se rv at io ns re co rd Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e in cr ea se in n um be r of u se rs re gi st er ed w ith B BP a nd a ct iv e m em be r o f B BP N um be r 2, 40 0 2, 90 0 Bh ut an Bi od iv er si ty P or ta l An nu al ly N um be r o f g er m pl as m ac ce ss io ns c on se rv ed Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e in cr ea se in n um be r of g er m pl as m a cc es si on , s uc h as n at iv e an im al do se s, n at iv e va rie tie s of s ee ds , h er ba riu m s, an d liv in g co lle ct io ns o f p la nt s N um be r 77 ,5 62 94 ,0 62 G en eb an k D at a ba se /A nn ua l Re po rt /H er ba riu m D at ab as e An nu al ly O ut pu t I nd ic at or In di ca to r d es cr ip tio n U ni t Ba se lin e (2 02 3) Ta rg et (2 02 9) M ea ns o f Ve ri fic at io n Re po rt in g Fr eq ue nc y 55 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 5. B us in es s ec os ys te m im pr ov ed Cl ie nt s at is fa ct io n sc or e in cr ea se d on e ac h bu si ne ss s er vi ce (s ca le 1-5 ) Th is in di ca to r w ill m ea su re th e sa tis fa ct io n le ve l o f t he c lie nt s fo r a va ili ng th e se rv ic es Sc or e 4 .1 >4 .5 Cl ie nt s at is fa ct io n su rv ey An nu al ly In pu t I nd ic at or s In di ca to r d es cr ip tio n U ni t Ba se lin e (2 02 3) Ta rg et (2 02 9) M ea ns o f Ve ri fic at io n Re po rt in g Fr eq ue nc y N um be r o f a dd iti on al se rv ic es a va ila bl e on lin e Th is in di ca to r w ill m ea su re a dd iti on al d ig ita l an d on lin e se rv ic es m ad e av ai la bl e N um be r 5 Ad m in is tr at iv e Re po rt A nn ua lly N um be r o f p ol ic ie s an d le gi sl at io ns d ev el op ed an d re vi se d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e nu m be r o f po lic ie s an d le gi sl at io ns fo rm ul at ed , r ev is ed o r am en de d to im pr ov e bu si ne ss e co sy st em N um be r 5 Ad m in is tr at iv e re po rt An nu al ly Ti m el in e by w hi ch th e cr ed it ac ce ss fa ci lit ie s is in st itu te d Th is in di ca to r m ea su re s th e tim el in e by w hi ch th e cr ed it ac ce ss fa ci lit ie s fo r a gr i-b us in es se s is in st itu te d T im el in e N A Ju ne 2 02 5 Ad m in is tr at iv e re po rt An nu al ly Ti m el in e by w hi ch th e na tio na l c ro p an d liv es to ck in su ra nc e sc he m e is in tr od uc ed Th is in di ca to r w ill m ea su re th e tim el in e by w hi ch th e na tio na l c ro p an d liv es to ck in su ra nc e sc he m e is in tr od uc ed to e nc ou ra ge fa rm er s fo r e nh an ce d ag ric ul tu ra l f ar m in g Ti m el in e 0 Ju ly 2 02 5 Ad m in is tr at iv e re po rt An nu al ly 56 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 2. Mid-Year Review of Annual Work Plan and Budget The Policy and Planning Division (PPD), MoAL will establish a comprehensive system for the biannual review of the annual work plans and budgets of all departments and agencies under its purview. This system aims to ensure con- sistent monitoring, evaluation, and alignment with strategic objectives. An independent review committee will be formed to conduct these reviews. This committee will be composed of plan focal officers, who are representatives from the departments and agencies. Their role will be to provide expert insights and unbiased evaluations of the progress and efficacy of the work plans and budgets. The review process will involve a thorough analysis of performance metrics, resource utilization, and achievement of set targets. The committee’s findings and recommendations will then be presented to the Ministry of Ag- riculture and Livestock Gross National Happiness Committee (MoAL-GNHC). 3. Monthly Departmental Meetings The PPD, MoAL is set to enhance its coordination and communication strategies during the 13th FYP by initiating and formalizing monthly departmental meetings. These meetings aim to review progress and seek updates from various depart- ments and agencies, ensuring alignment with the Ministry’s overarching goals. The primary objective of these meetings is to facilitate comprehensive progress reviews and status updates. Each department and agency will present detailed reports on their current projects, highlighting milestones achieved, challenges faced, and any deviations from planned timelines. Additionally, departments will showcase their key performance indicators (KPIs) to track efficiency and effectiveness, thereby identifying areas needing improvement and recognizing successful practices. The meetings will also serve as a platform to facilitate inter-departmental collaboration and coordination. Departments will explore opportunities for collaboration, sharing insights and resources to foster cohesive and effective policy implementation. Feedback on policy decisions and recommendations for improvements based on on-the-ground experiences will be encouraged, promoting a culture of continuous improvement. 57 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Problem-solving and strategic planning will be integral components of these meetings. Departments will discuss and find solutions to any challenges they encounter, ensuring that obstacles are promptly addressed. Additionally, long- term planning and strategizing for upcoming projects and initiatives will be emphasized, aligning departmental objectives with the ministry’s strategic goals. To ensure efficiency, the meetings will follow a structured format, with the Secretary chairing the sessions. An agenda will be circulated in advance, detail- ing discussion topics and preparatory works required. Detailed minutes will be recorded and shared with all participants, with follow-up actions assigned to ensure accountability and track progress. 4. Reporting The PPD, MoAL will take the lead in gathering information from various line agencies. This information will be synthesized and analyzed to form comprehen- sive reports on the overall progress of the Ministry’s initiatives and activities. These findings will be compiled into an Annual Progress Report, which will be published to provide insights into the Ministry’s achievements, challenges, and future plans. In parallel, each line department and agency under the MoAL will be responsible for collecting and collating data pertinent to their specific functions and areas of operation. These individual agencies will analyze their respective data to assess their progress and performance over the year. The results of this analysis will be documented in their own Departmental Annual Progress Reports. These reports will serve to highlight the achievements, address the challenges encountered, and outline strategic plans for the coming year within each department. By ensuring both the PPD and individual line agencies actively participate in the reporting process, the MoAL aims to maintain a transparent, comprehen- sive, and accurate account of the Ministry’s performance. This dual-reporting mechanism will facilitate better coordination, resource allocation, and strategic planning across the entire Ministry. 58 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy OUTCOME KP Is Increased sector's contribution to annual GDP Increased value of agricultural commodity export GDP contribution of strategic sectors increased Agriculture production enhanced Livestock production enhanced Marketing of agriculture and livestock commodities enhanced Biodiversity conservation, product development and bioprospecting strengthened Business ecosystem improved 12 KPIs 6 KPIs 2 KPIs 2 KPIs 1 KPI OUTPUTS Lin e D ep a rtm en ts M ea su re m en t o f s uc ce ss OUTCOME KPIs OUTPUTS KPIs INPUTS M in ist ry KPIs Fig. 10: 13th FYP KPI Matrix 61 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy CHAPTER FIVE: PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS @MoAL CHAPTER FIVE: PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS 61 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy CHAPTER FIVE: PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS @MoAL @MoAL 60 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Recognizing the intricate interplay between agriculture, livestock, food and nutrition security, biodiversity, environmental sustainability, and economic growth, the Ministry’s 13th FYP places a significant emphasis on enhancing agricultural productivity, supporting smallholder farmers, promoting valuable products for export, conserving biodiversity through sustainable practices, and creating a conducive business environment. In this endeavor, partnerships and collaborations emerge as indispensable tools for leveraging resources, expertise, and innovation towards achieving the ambitious goals set forth. The diverse range of stakeholders spans across government agencies, non- governmental organizations (NGOs), research institutions, private sector entities, development partners, international organizations, and local communities. Each stakeholder contributes distinct strengths, resources, and perspectives, fostering a collaborative approach towards achieving the Ministry’s ambitious 13th FYP goals. As part of a broad partnership approach to achieving our vision, the Ministry continues to deepen its collaboration with the stakeholders; achieving the vision of the Ministry’s 13th FYP will require the energy and commitment of all the stakeholders mentioned below. 1. Agricultural farm businesses: Agricultural farm businesses such as private sectors, individual farmers, farmer groups, cooperatives and federations including youth and women serve as critical stakeholders in the agrifood sector due to their central role in the production, processing, and distribution of food, and community engagement. 2. Value chain partners: Partners in the agricultural value chain such as input suppliers, farmers, processors and manufacturers, distributors and wholesalers, retailers, food service providers, consumers, regulatory bodies, investors, financial institutions and consumers are vital due to their essential roles in the production, processing, distribution, and marketing of agricultural products. 3. State-owned enterprises: State-owned agrifood enterprises and their partner organizations play a crucial role in supporting farmers, ensuring food security, promoting value addition, and enhancing the overall competitiveness and sustainability of the agrifood sector. 4. Research and extension bodies: Academic institutions, research centers and extension bodies play a critical role in strengthening the agricultural sector by generating knowledge, building capacity, providing 61 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy technical support, facilitating technology transfer, informing policies, and promoting innovation and collaboration. 5. Civil society organizations: Civil society organizations (CSOs) play a crucial role in strengthening the agricultural sector through their diverse activities and initiatives on advocacy for policy reforms, building capacity, empowering communities, promoting sustainable practices, facilitating market access, fostering innovation, monitoring progress, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. 6. Standard bodies: Standard bodies play a crucial role in strengthening the agrifood sector by establishing standards that promote uniformity in production methods, product quality, packaging, and labeling to build consumer confidence and facilitate trade. 7. Consumer advocacy groups: Consumer advocacy groups play a significant role in strengthening the agricultural sector by advocating for policies and practices that promote transparency, sustainability, and consumer welfare. 8. Development partners: The support of the development partners through its technical expertise, financial resources, and policy support to seize the opportunities and address key challenges in the agricultural sector is critical. International organizations’ support in the agrifood sector contributes to achieving the SDGs by tackling critical issues such as poverty, hunger, health, education, gender equality, water and sanitation, energy, economic growth, innovation, sustainable consumption and production, climate change, and biodiversity conservation. 9. Governments: The central and local governments play an instrumental role in strengthening the agricultural sector by providing policy support, infrastructure investment, research and extension services, input subsidies, market interventions, financial assistance, trade promotion, environmental conservation, and disaster management. 10. Community: The Bhutanese and the global community, at large, play a crucial role in strengthening the agricultural sector through their collective efforts, knowledge sharing, and participatory approaches. 62 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Harnessing the collective efforts and expertise of diverse stakeholders through partnerships and collaborations is imperative. By fostering inclusive, innovative, and mutually beneficial partnerships, the 13th FYP can catalyze positive change, strengthen resilience, and unlock the full potential of Bhutan’s agrifood sector to improve food security, nutrition, and livelihoods for all citizens. 63 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy A nn ex 1 : R es ul ts M at ri x 13 th F YP R es ul t M at ri x O ut co m e O ut co m e In di ca to r U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) A nn ua l T ar ge t Ta rg et (2 02 9) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 G D P co nt ri bu ti on of s tr at eg ic se ct or s in cr ea se d In cr ea se d se ct or ’s co nt ri bu ti on t o an nu al G D P N u. in m ill io n 31 ,1 26 34 ,8 61 38 ,5 96 42 ,3 31 46 ,0 66 50 ,0 00 50 ,0 00 In cr ea se d va lu e of ag ri cu lt ur al c om m od it y ex po rt N u. in m ill io n 3, 00 0 (2 02 2) 3, 60 0 4, 20 0 4, 80 0 5, 40 0 6, 00 0 6, 00 0 O ut pu t O ut pu t In di ca to rs U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 Ta rg et (2 02 9) 1. A gr ic ul tu re Pr od uc ti on En ha nc ed In cr ea se in p ad dy p ro du ct io n M T 40 ,8 04 45 ,0 00 47 ,1 57 49 ,2 34 51 ,5 39 54 ,0 40 54 ,0 40 In cr ea se in m ai ze p ro du ct io n M T 25 ,1 18 27 ,1 02 28 ,2 11 29 ,4 14 30 ,7 38 31 ,9 66 31 ,9 66 In cr ea se in q ui no a pr od uc ti on M T 12 .8 8 50 10 0 15 0 20 0 25 0 25 0 In cr ea se in c hi li pr od uc ti on M T 4, 84 8 5, 95 1. 20 6, 30 6. 70 6, 75 1. 80 7, 24 3. 70 7, 66 5 7, 66 5 In cr ea se in t om at o pr od uc ti on M T 20 6 43 5. 35 58 2. 25 74 0. 16 88 7. 52 1, 04 5 1, 04 5 In cr ea se in o ni on p ro du ct io n M T 18 5 32 9 60 6 78 8 93 9 1, 08 9 1, 08 9 In cr ea se in b ea n pr od uc ti on M T 1, 53 3 1, 78 7. 90 1, 91 5. 80 2, 05 9. 20 2, 17 1. 80 2, 31 2 2, 31 2 In cr ea se in c au lif lo w er pr od uc ti on M T 1, 06 3 1, 34 2. 40 1, 50 9. 43 1, 63 0. 66 1, 73 1. 59 1, 81 5 1, 81 5 In cr ea se in o rg an ic a sp ar ag us pr od uc ti on M T 1. 13 6 2 4 6 8 10 10 In cr ea se in o rg an ic b ro cc ol i pr od uc ti on M T 14 .2 15 16 18 22 25 25 In cr ea se in f ru it p ro du ct io n M T 41 ,7 44 73 ,8 62 83 ,3 47 86 ,5 71 91 ,1 32 10 4, 02 4 10 4, 02 4 64 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy In cr ea se in m us hr oo m pr od uc ti on M T 35 0 35 2 35 5 35 8 36 0 36 4 36 4 In cr ea se in p ot at o pr od uc ti on M T 37 ,7 49 37 ,8 20 39 ,0 00 41 ,0 00 42 ,5 00 43 ,7 75 43 ,7 75 In pu t In di ca to rs U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 Cu m m ul at iv e Ta rg et (2 02 9) N um be r of c lim at e sm ar t ir ri ga ti on s ch em es N um be r 1, 20 0 1, 20 6 1, 21 1 1, 21 6 1, 22 1 1, 22 6 1, 22 6 Le ng th o f in no va ti ve fe nc in g in st al le d to m it ig at e cr op lo ss d ue t o w ild lif e de pr ed at io n K m 87 53 3. 6 1, 14 1. 7 1, 92 3. 3 2, 70 0. 4 3, 48 7 3, 48 7 N um be r of c om m er ci al ag ri cu lt ur e fa rm s es ta bl is he d N um be r 0 2 2 4 6 6 6 A re a br ou gh t un de r su st ai na bl e la nd de ve lo pm en t A cr e 11 ,6 20 12 ,1 20 12 ,7 70 13 ,5 70 14 ,4 20 15 ,2 20 15 ,2 20 A re a br ou gh t un de r fa rm m ec ha ni za ti on A cr e 27 ,7 47 28 ,2 47 28 ,8 97 29 ,6 97 30 ,5 47 31 ,3 47 31 ,3 47 To ta l s ub si dy p ro vi de d on t ra ns po ra ti on a nd co m m is si on o n sa le o f fe rt ili ze rs a nd B ut ac hl or 5 G w ee di ci de s N u. in m ill io n N A 50 50 50 50 50 50 N um be r of p ro te ct ed cu lt iv at io n st ru ct ur es es ta bl is he d N um be rs 5, 67 2 7, 84 4 9, 59 2 11 ,6 55 13 ,6 77 15 ,4 56 15 ,4 56 65 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy N um be r of w ea th er -b as ed cr op a dv is or y se rv ic es ge ne ra te a nd d is se m in at e Ti m el in e N A W ee kl y du ri ng cr op cr it ic al st ag e W ee kl y du ri ng cr op cr it ic al st ag e W ee kl y du ri ng cr op cr it ic al st ag e W ee kl y du ri ng cr op cr it ic al st ag e W ee kl y du ri ng c ro p cr it ic al s ta ge N um be r of t ec hn ol og ie s ge ne ra te d in cl ud in g CS A te ch no lo gi es N um be r 11 9 12 9 13 9 14 9 15 9 16 9 16 9 2. L iv es to ck Pr od uc ti on En ha nc ed O ut pu t In di ca to rs U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 Ta rg et (2 02 9) In cr ea se in m ilk p ro du ct io n M T 43 ,8 28 49 ,8 60 55 ,8 90 61 ,9 22 67 ,9 53 73 ,9 84 73 ,9 84 In cr ea se in e gg p ro du ct io n M ill io n 86 11 5 12 1 13 9 15 6 17 4 17 4 In cr ea se in c hi ck en pr od uc ti on M T 1, 16 5 1, 33 2 1, 49 9 1, 66 6 1, 83 3 2, 00 0 20 00 In cr ea se in p or k pr od uc ti on M T 1, 59 0 1, 60 0 1, 65 1 1, 71 3 1, 77 4 1, 84 5 1, 84 5 In cr ea se in f is h pr od uc ti on M T 43 75 12 5 16 7 20 8 25 0 25 0 O bt ai n of fi ci al r ec og ni ti on of f re ed om f ro m P PR , d og - m ed ia te d ra bi es a nd b ov in e br uc el lo si s in B hu ta n Ti m el in e N A 3 3 In pu t In di ca to rs U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 Ta rg et (2 02 9) To ta l n um be r of b ov in e se m en d os es p ro du ce d D os e 17 ,4 87 19 ,5 90 21 ,6 90 23 ,7 95 25 ,9 00 28 ,0 00 28 ,0 00 66 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy To ta l q ua nt it y of li qu id ni tr og en p ro du ce d an d su pp lie d to A I C en tr es Li te r 71 ,6 53 80 ,3 70 89 ,0 00 98 ,0 00 10 6, 50 0 11 5, 22 5 11 5, 22 5 A cr ea ge o f im pr ov ed p as tu re de ve lo pe d A cr e 25 ,5 65 26 ,5 00 27 ,5 00 28 ,5 00 29 ,5 00 30 ,5 65 30 ,5 65 To ta l n um be r of la ye r D O Cs pr od uc ed a nd d is tr ib ut ed N um be r 53 3, 49 5 58 8, 37 0 64 3, 24 0 69 8, 11 2 75 2, 98 5 80 7, 85 7 80 7, 85 7 To ta l n um be r of p ig le ts pr od uc ed a nd d is tr ib ut ed N um be r 12 ,8 13 14 ,0 00 16 08 8 17 ,7 25 19 ,3 63 21 ,0 00 21 ,0 00 To ta l n um be r of f in ge rl in gs pr od uc ed a nd d is tr ib ut ed N um be r 1, 65 4, 52 7 1, 97 1, 62 2 2, 28 8, 71 6 2, 60 5, 81 0 2, 92 2, 90 5 3, 24 0, 00 0 3, 24 0, 00 0 N um be r of la rg e- sc al e liv es to ck f ar m s es ta bl is he d N um be r N A 2 3 3 2 10 A cr ea ge o f w in te r fo dd er pr od uc ti on A cr e 2, 01 7 2, 50 0 2, 50 0 2, 50 0 2, 50 0 2, 50 0 14 ,5 17 3. M ar ke ti ng of a gr ic ul tu re an d liv es to ck co m m od it ie s en ha nc ed O ut pu t In di ca to rs U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 Ta rg et (2 02 9) N um be r of G ra nd C ha lle ng e/ Pr em iu m Q ua lit y Pr od uc t de ve lo pe d fo r ex po rt N um be r 0 1 1 2 N um be r of n ew e xp or t m ar ke ts e st ab lis he d N um be r 2 1 1 1 5 In pu t In di ca to rs U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 Ta rg et (2 02 9) 67 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy N um be r of F ar m er G ro up s an d Co op er at iv es st re ng th en ed t hr ou gh in st it ut in g ef fe ct iv e an d op er at io na l I nt er na l C on tr ol Sy st em N um be r 8 6 8 10 10 8 50 N um be r of A gr i-f od e co no m ic hu bs e st ab lis he d N um be r 0 1 1 2 N um be r of F ar m er G ro up s an d Co op er at iv es co ns ol id at ed a nd u pg ra de d to F ed er at io ns N um be r 1 1 1 1 4 N um be r of F ar m er G ro up s/ Co op er at iv es li nk ed w it h G ya ls un g A ca de m ie s, G M C an d ex po rt m ar ke t N um be r 0 10 10 10 10 10 50 N um be r of li nk ag es in st it ut io na liz ed b et w ee n Fa rm er s G ro up /C oo pe ra ti ve s an d sc ho ol s, in st it ut io ns (M on as ti c an d Ed uc at io n) , an d ho sp it al s N um be r 33 1 30 30 30 30 30 48 1 N um be r of a gr if oo d en te rp ri se s es ta bl is he d or st re ng th en ed N um be r 43 15 15 15 15 15 11 8 68 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy N um be r of d ig it al p la tf or m fo r en ha nc ed a gr ic ul tu ra l m ar ke ti ng im pr ov ed / de ve lo pe d N um be r 3 1 1 1 1 1 5 (2 n ew an d 3 en ha nc em en t of e xi st in g pl at fo rm s) 4. B io di ve rs it y co ns er va ti on , pr od uc t de ve lo pm en t an d bi op ro sp ec ti ng st re ng th en ed O ut pu t In di ca to r U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 Ta rg et (2 02 9) N um be r of b io pr os pe ct in g in it ia ti ve s in cr ea se d N um be r 14 1 2 1 3 21 N um be r of n ew s pe ci es di sc ov er ed o r ne w r ec or ds fo r B hu ta n N um be r 0 10 10 10 10 10 50 In pu t In di ca to rs U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 Ta rg et (2 02 9) N um be r of v al ue -a dd ed pr od uc ts d ev el op ed (Q ua nt it y) N um be r 0 1 1 1 2 5 N um be r of A B S pr od uc ts de ve lo pe d (V al ue ) N um be r 14 1 1 16 N um be r of k ey n at iv e or na m en ta l p la nt s pr op ag at ed N um be r 0 1, 00 0 1, 00 0 1, 00 0 1, 00 0 1, 00 0 5, 00 0 N um be r of n ew r eg is te re d us er s ac qu ir ed f or t he B hu ta n B io di ve rs it y Po rt al w it h in cr ea se d ob se rv at io ns re co rd N um be r 2, 40 0 10 0 10 0 10 0 10 0 10 0 2, 90 0 69 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy N um be r of g er m pl as m ac ce ss io ns c on se rv ed N um be r 77 ,5 62 3, 30 0 3, 30 0 3, 30 0 3, 30 0 3, 30 0 94 ,0 62 5. B us in es s ec os ys te m im pr ov ed O ut pu t In di ca to r U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 Ta rg et (2 02 9) Cl ie nt s at is fa ct io n sc or e in cr ea se d on e ac h bu si ne ss se rv ic e (s ca le 1 -5 ) Sc or e 4. 1 4. 2 4. 3 4. 4 4. 5 4. 5 >4 .5 In pu t In di ca to rs U ni t B as el in e (2 02 3) Ye ar 1 Ye ar 2 Ye ar 3 Ye ar 4 Ye ar 5 Ta rg et (2 02 9) N um be r of a dd it io na l se rv ic es a va ila bl e on lin e N um be r N A 1 1 1 1 1 5 N um be r of p ol ic ie s an d le gi sl at io ns d ev el op ed a nd re vi se d N um be r N A 3 1 1 5 5 Ti m el in e by w hi ch t he c re di t ac ce ss f ac ili ti es is in st it ut ed Ti m el in e N A Ju ly 2 02 5 1 Ti m el in e by w hi ch t he na ti on al c ro p an d liv es to ck in su ra nc e sc he m e is in tr od uc ed Ti m el in e 0 Ju ly 2 02 5 1 70 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Pr oj ec t 1: L ar ge s ca le c om m er ci al f ar m in g Im pl em en ta ti on P la n O ut pu ts A ct iv it ie s B ud ge t (N u M n) Ti m el in e Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 A gr ic ul tu re Pr od uc ti on En ha nc ed A ct iv it y 1: P ro m ot e in no va ti ve a gr ic ul tu re f ar m s (1 50 a c) 2 c hi ru p fa rm 32 4. 12 A ct iv it y 2: E st ab lis h Co m m er ci al f ar m s (4 n os ) 40 0 A ct iv it y 3: P ro m ot e la rg e- sc al e co m m er ci al f ar m s (T ot al a re a: 4 35 a cr es ) at Y ar ju ga ng , W an gd ue ph od ra ng 25 0 Li ve st oc k Pr od uc ti on En ha nc ed A ct iv it y 1: E st ab lis hm en t of la rg e- sc al e B ro ile r fa rm in T si ra ng , Sa m dr up jo ng kh ar , S am ts e ea ch w it h 10 ,0 00 b ir ds p ro du ci ng 2 70 M T an nu al ly 12 5 A ct iv it y 2: C on st ru ct io n (t ur nk ey ) of c le an c hi ck en p ro ce ss in g pl an t w it h al lie d fa ci lit ie s (D ag an a (L ha m oi zi ng kh a) & S am ts e) a nd li nk in g va lu e ch ai n ac to rs 11 0 A ct iv it y 3: E st ab lis h la rg e sc al e fa tt en in g fa rm s in 4 D zo ng kh ag s of D ag an a, S ar pa ng , S am ts e an d Sa m dr up jo ng kh ar e ac h w it h ca pa ci ty o f 20 0 fa tt en er le ve l/f ar m . 10 1 A ct iv it y 4: E st ab lis h la rg e sc al e hi gh t ec h pi g br ee di ng f ar m in S am ts e w it h ca pa ci ty o f 24 0 so w le ve l 15 0 A ct iv it y 5: E st ab lis h Ch ir up c om m er ci al C ar p fa rm s in S am dr up jo ng kh ar an d D ag an a w it h th e ca pa ci ty t o pr od uc e 15 M T ea ch a nn ua lly 40 M ar ke ti ng o f ag ri cu lt ur e an d liv es to ck co m m od it ie s en ha nc ed A ct iv it y 1: C on so lid at io n an d up gr ad at io n of f ar m er g ro up a nd co op er at iv es t o fe de ra ti on – d ai ry f ed er at io n, p ou lt ry f ed er at io n, ca rd am om f ed er at io n 10 A nn ex 2 : I m pl em en ta ti on P la n 71 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy A ct iv it y 2: E st ab lis hi ng a nd s tr en gt he ni ng f ar m er g ro up s in cl ud in g yo ut h gr ou ps , a nd c oo pe ra ti ve s fo r su pp lie s to f ou r G ya ls un g ac ad em ie s (v eg et ab le s, f ru it s an d liv es to ck p ro du ct s) , G M C an d ex po rt m ar ke ts (a sp ar ag us , b ro cc ol i, gi ng er , t ur m er ic , c ar da m om , c hi li) . 60 A ct iv it y 3: In st it ut io na liz at io n of a gr if oo d su pp lie s to s ch oo ls , in st it ut io ns ( M on as ti c an d Ed uc at io n) a nd h os pi ta ls ( Pr od uc ti ve al lia nc es , o ff ta ke a gr ee m en ts , e ss en ti al p os t- ha rv es t in pu ts , r ev is io n of th e co nc ep t, id en ti fi ca ti on o f sc ho ol s) 40 A ct iv it y 4: S up po rt a gr if oo d bu si ne ss t hr ou gh p ro vi si on o f va lu e ad di ti on e qu ip m en t, p ro ce ss in g fa ci lit ie s, p ro du ct d ev el op m en t, pa ck ag in g, lo gi st ic s, a nd d ig it al iz at io n in s tr at eg ic lo ca ti on s 85 A ct iv it y 5: Im pr ov e an d in te gr at e ex is ti ng d ig it al p la tf or m s fo r en ha nc ed m ar ke ti ng ( co m m od it y ex ch an ge , A M IS , e - c om m er ce p la tf or m , d ig it al da ta ba se o f FG s/ Co -o ps ., et c. ) 12 A ct iv it y 6: E st ab lis hm en t of m ar ke t in fr as tr uc tu re s, m ai n ou tl et f or s al e of p ro du ct s fr om a ll 20 d zo ng kh ag s; f or m at io n of a gg re ga to rs , l in ki ng w it h po te nt ia l p ro ce ss or s, r et ai le rs , w ho le sa le rs , v en do rs ; c ap ac it y bu ild in g. 70 A ct iv it y 7: E st ab lis h A gr if oo d Ec on om ic H ub in P ar o fo r hi gh v al ue ex po rt c om m od it ie s 14 0 A ct iv it y 8: E st ab lis h A gr if oo d Ec on om ic H ub in S ar pa ng f or d om es ti c/ ex po rt m ar ke ti ng o f bu lk c om m od it ie s 14 7 TO TA L B U D G ET 2 ,0 64 .1 2 72 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Pr oj ec t 2 : B ui ld in g re si lie nc e of s m al lh ol de r fa rm er s Im pl em en ta ti on P la n O ut pu ts A ct iv it ie s Bu dg et (N u M n) Ti m el in e Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 A gr ic ul tu re Pr od uc ti on E nh an ce d A ct iv ity 1: C on st ru ct io n/ re no va tio n of ir rig at io n ch an ne ls 90 5. 99 A ct iv ity 2 : I ns ta lla tio n of fe nc in g 51 00 A ct iv ity 3 : I m pl em en t M ill io n Fr ui t T re e Pr oj ec t ( M FT P) to e nh an ce th e pr od uc - tio n of h ig h- va lu e fr ui ts a nd n ut s fo r f oo d an d nu tr iti on s ec ur ity a nd in co m e ge ne ra tio n 62 5. 5 A ct iv ity 4 : E nh an ce s el f-s uffi ci en cy o f r ic e th ro ug h irr ig at io n, la nd d ev el - op m en t, m ec ha ni za tio n, in pu t s ub si dy , r es ea rc h, a nd p ro du ct io n su pp or t se rv ic es (2 5% to 3 0% S SR ) 19 4. 00 A ct iv ity 5 : S el f-s uffi ci en cy o f m ai ze e nh an ce d th ro ug h re se ar ch a nd p ro du ct io n in pu t s up po rt s 15 A ct iv ity 6 : S el f-s uffi ci en cy o f w he at c ro p en ha nc ed th ro ug h im pr ov ed s ee d an d re se ar ch 26 A ct iv ity 7 : S el f-s uffi ci en cy o f e ss en tia l v eg et ab le e nh an ce d (C hi li, o ni on , t om a- to , c au lifl ow er , a nd b ea ns ) e nh an ce d th ro ug h pr ot ec te d cu lti va tio n an d ot he r pr od uc tio n in pu t s er vi ce s (4 1% to 6 2% ) 68 9. 14 A ct iv ity 8 : P ro du ct io n of p ot at oe s th ro ug h th e su pp or t o f s tr at eg ic p ro du c- tio n in pu ts , r es ea rc h, a nd d ev el op m en t 88 A ct iv ity 9 : P ro du ct io n of m us hr oo m s by s up po rt in g pr iv at e en tr ep re ne ur s w ith n ec es sa ry e qu ip m en t, s ki ll de ve lo pm en t, re se ar ch a nd d ev el op m en t 27 .8 A ct iv ity 10 : G en er at e an d pr om ot e in no va tiv e ag ric ul tu re te ch no lo gi es th ro ug h R& D a nd s up po rt s er vi ce s, in cl ud in g CS A te ch no lo gi es 14 0. 2 A ct iv ity 11 : S tr en gt he n A gr o- m et eo ro lo gy s er vi ce s an d in st itu te in de x- ba se d cr op in su ra nc e to e nh an ce a da pt at io n to c lim at e ch an ge im pa ct s 59 73 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy A ct iv ity 12 : P ro du ct io n of N ut ri- ce re al s (Q ui no a & b uc kw he at ) t hr ou gh th e su pp or t o f s tr at eg ic p ro du ct io n in pu ts , r es ea rc h an d ce rt ifi ca tio n. 30 .7 3 A ct iv ity 13 : A re a br ou gh t u nd er s us ta in ab le la nd d ev el op m en t 18 0 Li ve st oc k P ro du ct io n E nh an ce d A ct iv ity 1: In te ns ify d ai ry b re ed im pr ov em en t p ro gr am fo r e nh an ce d m ilk pr od uc tio n to a ch ie ve 8 5% o f t he to ta l m ilk c on su m pt io n th ro ug h do m es tic pr od uc tio n 34 3 A ct iv ity 2 : S up po rt re si lie nt a nd c lim at e sm ar t d ai ry fa rm in g pr ac tic es 20 1 A ct iv ity 3 : E nh an ce a ni m al n ut rit io n se rv ic es fo r e nh an ce d pr od uc tiv ity 17 9 A ct iv ity 4 : E nh an ce in pu t s up po rt fo r i nc re as ed e gg a nd c hi ck en p ro du ct io n 29 1 A ct iv ity 5 : E nh an ce in pu t s up po rt fo r i nc re as ed p or k pr od uc tio n 68 .9 7 A ct iv ity 6 : H ei gh te n fa rm b io se cu rit y st an da rd s in a ll pi g fa rm s to p ro te ct re si lie nc e of th e fa rm s 53 A ct iv ity 7 : E nh an ce in pu t s up po rt fo r fi sh p ro du ct io n 17 4 A ct iv ity 8 : E nh an ce h ig hl an d liv es to ck p ro du ct iv ity a nd ra ng el an d m an ag e- m en t 10 7 A ct iv ity 9 : O ng oi ng T ria l a nd R es ea rc h fo r D ev el op m en t o f H ig h Va lu e Li ve - st oc k Pr od uc ts 25 0. 5 A ct iv ity 10 : E lim in at e PP R, d og -m ed ia te d ra bi es a nd b ov in e br uc el lo si s in B hu - ta n th ro ug h ap pl ic at io n of s tr at eg ie s ou tli ne d in th e N at io na l o ffi ci al c on tr ol pr og ra m m e, a nd e ve nt ua lly a pp ly in g fo r o ffi ci al re co gn iti on b y W O A H fo r P PR fr ee , d og -m ed ia te d Ra bi es fr ee a nd b ov in e br uc el lo si s fr ee s ta tu s of B hu ta n. 73 A ct iv ity 11 : S tr en gt he n la bo ra to ry d ia gn os tic fa ci lit ie s an d ve te rin ar y ep id em i- ol og y se rv ic es to e nh an ce s er vi ce e ffi ci en cy a nd in cr ea se p ro du ct iv ity 10 2 A ct iv ity 12 : S tr en gt he n cl in ic al v et er in ar y se rv ic e de liv er y to e nh an ce li ve st oc k pr od uc tiv ity a nd e ns ur e an im al w el fa re 49 8 A ct iv ity 13 : S tr en gt he n ve te rin ar y se rv ic es to o pt im iz e re so ur ce a llo ca tio n an d al le vi at e th e fin an ci al b ur de n on th e go ve rn m en t 5 74 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy M ar ke ti ng o f ag ri cu lt ur e an d liv es to ck co m m od it ie s en ha nc ed A ct iv ity 1: E st ab lis h ‘S an am T sh on gk ha ng ’ F ar m S ho ps in v ia bl e lo ca tio ns 27 9 TO TA L BU D G ET 10 ,7 05 .8 3 Pr oj ec t 3 : P ro m ot io n of h ig h va lu e pr od uc ts fo r ex po rt m ar ke ts Im pl em en ta ti on P la n O ut pu ts A ct iv it ie s Bu dg et (N u M n) Ti m el in e Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 A gr ic ul tu re Pr od uc ti on E nh an ce d A ct iv ity 1 : P ro du ct io n of h ig h- va lu e A sp ar ag us & B ro cc ol i t hr ou gh im pr ov ed m an ag em en t p ra ct ic es 48 A ct iv ity 2 : E st ab lis h co m m er ci al s tr aw be rr y fa rm (G re en ho us e -1 00 m *2 4 m a nd su pp ly o f r un ne rs ) 19 .7 A ct iv ity 3 : E st ab lis h m us hr oo m e nt er pr is es b y em po w er in g m us hr oo m e nt re - pr en eu rs 20 Li ve st oc k pr od uc ti on en ha nc ed A ct iv ity 1 : E nh an ce h on ey p ro du ct io n an d m ar ke tin g (b lo ss om h on ey & c re am ho ne y (7 2 M T) ; c om b ho ne y (8 .5 M T) , p ot h on ey (P ut ka ) ( 2. 5M T) : T ot al 8 3 M T 36 A ct iv ity 2 : E nh an ce fi sh p ro du ct io n (T ro ut - 30 M T by 2 02 9) 11 6 A ct iv ity 3 : E nh an ce p ro du ct io n of C ag e fr ee e gg s fo r e xp or t m ar ke t ( 10 m ill io n) 5 75 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy M ar ke ti ng o f ag ri cu lt ur e an d liv es to ck co m m od it ie s en ha nc ed A ct iv ity 1 : G ra nd C ha lle ng e/ Pr em iu m Q ua lit y Pr od uc t D ev el op m en t fo r H ig h En d M ar ke t 17 .5 A ct iv ity 2 : N ew M ar ke t E xp lo ra tio n an d Es ta bl is hm en t 50 TO TA L BU D G ET 3 12 .2 Pr oj ec t 4 : E nh an ci ng e co sy st em s er vi ce s fr om s us ta in ab le a nd r es ili en t b io di ve rs it y in ni ti at iv es Im pl em en ta ti on P la n O ut pu ts A ct iv it ie s Bu dg et (N u M n) Ti m el in e Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 Bi od iv er si ty co ns er va ti on , pr od uc t d ev el - op m en t a nd bi op ro sp ec ti ng st re ng th en ed A ct iv ity 1 : U til iz at io n of N at iv e an im al a nd p la nt g en et ic r es ou rc es t hr ou gh pr od uc t d iv er si fic at io n an d va lu at io n 53 A ct iv ity 2 : R ev en ue g en er at io n th ro ug h Bi od iv er si ty In iti at iv es 24 A ct iv ity 3 : S tr en gt he ni ng b io re po si to ry a nd e x- si tu c on se rv at io n fa ci lit ie s to pr ev en t s pe ci es e xt in ct io n in th e co un tr y 24 TO TA L BU D G ET 10 1 76 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Pr oj ec t 5 : I m pr ov in g bu si ne ss e co sy st em Im pl em en ta ti on P la n O ut pu ts A ct iv it ie s Bu dg et (N u M n) Ti m el in e Y1 Y2 Y3 Y4 Y5 B us in es s ec os ys te m im pr ov ed A ct iv ity 1: A gr ic ul tu re B ill o f B hu ta n A ct iv ity 2 : L iv es to ck B ill o f B hu ta n (A m en dm en t) A ct iv ity 3 : C oo pe ra tiv es A ct o f B hu ta n (A m en dm en t) A ct iv ity 4 : I ns tit ut e cr ed it ac ce ss fa ci lit y A ct iv ity 5 : I ns tit ut e cr op a nd li ve st oc k in su ra nc e sc he m e 1, 50 0 A ct iv ity 6 : D ev el op N at io na l B io di ve rs ity S tr at eg ie s an d A ct io n Pl an s (N BS A P) A ct iv ity 7 : C on st ru ct a nd re lo ca te M oA L Se cr et ar ia t B ui ld in g 30 0 A ct iv ity 8 : M on ito r a nd e va lu at e pl an p ro gr am s an d pr oj ec ts TO TA L BU D G ET 1, 80 0 77 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy A nn ex 3 : R es ou rc e M ap pi ng Pr oj ec t 1: L ar ge s ca le c om m er ci al f ar m in g O ut pu ts A ct iv it ie s B ud ge t (N u M n) Fu nd in g So ur ce R em ar ks A gr ic ul tu re Pr od uc ti on E nh an ce d A ct iv it y 1: P ro m ot e in no va ti ve a gr ic ul tu re f ar m s (1 50 a c) 2 ch ir up f ar m 32 4. 12 G O I- PT A Se cu re d A ct iv it y 2: E st ab lis h Co m m er ci al f ar m s (4 n os ) 40 0 ES P Ex pl or e/ Pr op os e A ct iv it y 3: P ro m ot e la rg e- sc al e co m m er ci al f ar m s (T ot al a re a: 43 5 ac re s) a t Ya rj ug an g, W an gd ue ph od ra ng 25 0 R G oB Li ve st oc k Pr od uc ti on En ha nc ed A ct iv it y 1: E st ab lis hm en t of la rg e- sc al e B ro ile r fa rm in T si ra ng , Sa m dr up jo ng kh ar , S am ts e ea ch w it h 10 00 0 bi rd s pr od uc in g 27 0M T an nu al ly 12 5 Sa m dr up jo ng kh ar - G EF Ts ir an g- B R EC SA Sa m ts e- R G oB A ct iv it y 2: C on st ru ct io n (t ur nk ey ) of c le an c hi ck en p ro ce ss in g pl an t w it h al lie d fa ci lit ie s (L ha m oi zi ng kh a, D ag an a & S am ts e) an d lin ki ng v al ue c ha in a ct or s 11 0 ES P A ct iv it y 3: E st ab lis h la rg e sc al e fa tt en in g fa rm s in 4 D zo ng kh ag s of D ag an a, S ar pa ng , S am ts e an d Sa m dr up jo ng kh ar e ac h w it h ca pa ci ty o f 20 0 fa tt en er le ve l/f ar m . 10 1 Sa m dr up jo ng kh ar - G EF D ag an a- Sa m ts e- Sa rp an g- B R EC SA A ct iv it y 4: E st ab lis h la rg e sc al e hi gh t ec h pi g br ee di ng f ar m in Sa m ts e w it h ca pa ci ty o f 24 0 so w le ve l 15 0 R G oB A ct iv it y 5: E st ab lis h Ch ir up c om m er ci al C ar p fa rm s in Sa m dr up jo ng kh ar a nd D ag an a w it h th e ca pa ci ty t o pr od uc e 15 M T ea ch a nn ua lly 40 G O I- PT A Se cu re d 78 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy M ar ke ti ng o f ag ri cu lt ur e an d liv es to ck c om m od it ie s en ha nc ed A ct iv it y 1: C on so lid at io n an d up gr ad at io n of f ar m er g ro up an d co op er at iv es t o fe de ra ti on – d ai ry f ed er at io n, p ou lt ry fe de ra ti on , c ar da m om f ed er at io n 10 G EF , B R EC SA , CA R LE P, E U A ct iv it y 2: E st ab lis hi ng a nd s tr en gt he ni ng f ar m er g ro up s in cl ud in g yo ut h gr ou ps , a nd c oo pe ra ti ve s fo r su pp lie s to f ou r G ya ls un g ac ad em ie s (v eg et ab le s, f ru it s an d liv es to ck p ro du ct s) , G M C an d ex po rt m ar ke ts ( as pa ra gu s, b ro cc ol i, gi ng er , t ur m er ic , ca rd am om , c hi li) . 60 R G oB , B R EC SA , CA R LE P, G EF , E U A ct iv it y 3: In st it ut io na liz at io n of a gr if oo d su pp lie s to s ch oo ls , in st it ut io ns ( M on as ti c an d Ed uc at io n) a nd h os pi ta ls ( Pr od uc ti ve al lia nc es , o ff ta ke a gr ee m en ts , e ss en ti al p os t- ha rv es t in pu ts , re vi si on o f th e co nc ep t, id en ti fi ca ti on o f sc ho ol s) 40 R G oB , B R EC SA , CA R LE P, G EF A ct iv it y 4: S up po rt A gr if oo d bu si ne ss t hr ou gh p ro vi si on o f va lu e ad di ti on e qu ip m en t, p ro ce ss in g fa ci lit ie s, p ro du ct d ev el op m en t, pa ck ag in g, lo gi st ic s, a nd d ig it al iz at io n in s tr at eg ic lo ca ti on s 85 R G oB , B R EC SA , CA R LE P, G EF , E U A ct iv it y 5: Im pr ov e an d in te gr at e ex is ti ng d ig it al p la tf or m s fo r en ha nc ed m ar ke ti ng ( co m m od it y ex ch an ge , A M IS , e - c om m er ce pl at fo rm , d ig it al d at ab as e of F G s/ Co -o ps ., et c. ) 12 FA O ( EU TA A S) , W FP ( B R EC SA T A ) A ct iv it y 6: E st ab lis hm en t of m ar ke t in fr as tr uc tu re s, m ai n ou tl et f or s al e of p ro du ct s fr om a ll 20 d zo ng kh ag s; F or m at io n of a gg re ga to rs , l in ki ng w it h po te nt ia l p ro ce ss or s, r et ai le rs , w ho le sa le rs , v en do rs ; c ap ac it y bu ild in g. 70 B R EC SA , C A R LE P Pa rt ia l A ct iv it y 7: E st ab lis h A gr if oo d Ec on om ic H ub in P ar o fo r hi gh va lu e ex po rt c om m od it ie s 14 0 JI CA Ex pl or e A ct iv it y 8: E st ab lis h A gr if oo d Ec on om ic H ub in S ar pa ng f or do m es ti c/ ex po rt m ar ke ti ng o f bu lk c om m od it ie s 14 7 B R EC SA TO TA L B U D G ET 2 ,0 64 .1 2 79 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Pr oj ec t 2 : B ui ld in g re si lie nc e of s m al lh ol de r fa rm er s O ut pu ts A ct iv it ie s Bu dg et (N u M n) Fu nd in g So ur ce A gr ic ul tu re Pr od uc ti on E nh an ce d A ct iv ity 1: C on st ru ct io n/ re no va tio n of ir rig at io n ch an ne ls 90 5. 99 G O I-P TA A ct iv ity 2 : I ns ta lla tio n of fe nc in g 5, 10 0 R G oB (1 .5 B fr om G O I-P TA ) A ct iv ity 3 : I m pl em en t M ill io n Fr ui t T re e Pr oj ec t ( M FT P) to e nh an ce th e pr od uc tio n of hi gh -v al ue fr ui ts a nd n ut s fo r f oo d an d nu tr iti on s ec ur ity a nd in co m e ge ne ra tio n 62 5. 5 R G oB , E U A ct iv ity 4 : E nh an ce s el f-s uffi ci en cy o f r ic e th ro ug h irr ig at io n, la nd d ev el op m en t, m ec ha ni za tio n, in pu t s ub si dy , r es ea rc h, a nd p ro du ct io n su pp or t s er vi ce s (2 5% to 3 0% SS R) 19 4. 00 R G oB A ct iv ity 5 : S el f-s uffi ci en cy o f m ai ze e nh an ce d th ro ug h re se ar ch a nd p ro du ct io n in pu t su pp or ts 15 R G oB A ct iv ity 6 : S el f-s uffi ci en cy o f w he at c ro p en ha nc ed th ro ug h im pr ov ed s ee d an d re se ar ch 26 R G oB A ct iv ity 7 : S el f-s uffi ci en cy o f e ss en tia l v eg et ab le e nh an ce d (C hi li, o ni on , t om at o, c au - lifl ow er , a nd b ea ns ) e nh an ce d th ro ug h pr ot ec te d cu lti va tio n an d ot he r p ro du ct io n in pu t s er vi ce s (4 1% to 6 2% ) 68 9. 14 R G oB , E U A ct iv ity 8 : P ro du ct io n of p ot at oe s th ro ug h th e su pp or t o f s tr at eg ic p ro du ct io n in pu ts , r es ea rc h, a nd d ev el op m en t 88 R G oB A ct iv ity 9 : P ro du ct io n of m us hr oo m s by s up po rt in g pr iv at e en tr ep re ne ur s w ith ne ce ss ar y eq ui pm en t, s ki ll de ve lo pm en t, re se ar ch a nd d ev el op m en t 27 .8 R G oB A ct iv ity 10 : G en er at e an d pr om ot e in no va tiv e ag ric ul tu re te ch no lo gi es th ro ug h R& D an d su pp or t s er vi ce s, in cl ud in g CS A te ch no lo gi es 14 0. 2 R G oB A ct iv ity 11 : S tr en gt he n A gr o- m et eo ro lo gy s er vi ce s an d in st itu te in de x- ba se d cr op in su ra nc e to e nh an ce a da pt at io n to c lim at e ch an ge im pa ct s 59 R G oB , W FP -A F A ct iv ity 12 : P ro du ct io n of N ut ri- ce re al s (Q ui no a & b uc kw he at ) t hr ou gh th e su pp or t of s tr at eg ic p ro du ct io n in pu ts , r es ea rc h an d ce rt ifi ca tio n. 30 .7 3 F A O , G EF A ct iv ity 13 : A re a br ou gh t u nd er s us ta in ab le la nd d ev el op m en t 18 0 R G oB 80 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Li ve st oc k Pr od uc ti on E nh an ce d A ct iv ity 1: In te ns ify d ai ry b re ed im pr ov em en t p ro gr am fo r e nh an ce d m ilk p ro du ct io n to a ch ie ve 8 5% o f t he to ta l m ilk c on su m pt io n th ro ug h do m es tic p ro du ct io n 34 3 R G oB A ct iv ity 2 : S up po rt re si lie nt a nd c lim at e sm ar t d ai ry fa rm in g pr ac tic es 20 1 R G oB , E U A ct iv ity 3 : E nh an ce a ni m al n ut rit io n se rv ic es fo r e nh an ce d pr od uc tiv ity 17 9 R G oB A ct iv ity 4 : E nh an ce in pu t s up po rt fo r i nc re as ed e gg a nd c hi ck en p ro du ct io n 29 1 R G oB , E U A ct iv ity 5 : E nh an ce in pu t s up po rt fo r i nc re as ed p or k pr od uc tio n 68 .9 7 R G oB , E U A ct iv ity 6 : H ei gh te n fa rm b io se cu rit y st an da rd s in a ll pi g fa rm s to p ro te ct re si lie nc e of th e fa rm s 53 R G oB , W O A H A ct iv ity 7 : E nh an ce in pu t s up po rt fo r fi sh p ro du ct io n 17 4 R G oB , E U A ct iv ity 8 : E nh an ce h ig hl an d liv es to ck p ro du ct iv ity a nd ra ng el an d m an ag em en t 10 7 R G oB , G EF , F A O A ct iv ity 9 : O ng oi ng T ria l a nd R es ea rc h fo r D ev el op m en t o f H ig h Va lu e Li ve st oc k Pr od uc ts 25 0. 5 R G oB , G EF , F A O A ct iv ity 10 : E lim in at e PP R, d og -m ed ia te d ra bi es a nd b ov in e br uc el lo si s in B hu ta n th ro ug h ap pl ic at io n of s tr at eg ie s ou tli ne d in th e N at io na l o ffi ci al c on tr ol p ro - gr am m e, a nd e ve nt ua lly a pp ly in g fo r o ffi ci al re co gn iti on b y W O A H fo r P PR fr ee , do g- m ed ia te d Ra bi es fr ee a nd b ov in e br uc el lo si s fr ee s ta tu s of B hu ta n. 73 R G oB , W or ld O rg an iz at io n fo r A ni m al H ea lth (W O A H ) A ct iv ity 11 : S tr en gt he n la bo ra to ry d ia gn os tic fa ci lit ie s an d ve te rin ar y ep id em io lo gy se rv ic es to e nh an ce s er vi ce e ffi ci en cy a nd in cr ea se p ro du ct iv ity 10 2 R G oB , W O A H , EU A ct iv ity 12 : S tr en gt he n cl in ic al v et er in ar y se rv ic e de liv er y to e nh an ce li ve st oc k pr o- du ct iv ity a nd e ns ur e an im al w el fa re 49 8 R G oB , W O A H , EU A ct iv ity 13 : S tr en gt he n ve te rin ar y se rv ic es to o pt im iz e re so ur ce a llo ca tio n an d al le vi - at e th e fin an ci al b ur de n on th e go ve rn m en t 5 R G oB M ar ke ti ng o f a gr ic ul tu re a nd liv es to ck c om m od it ie s en ha nc ed A ct iv ity 1: E st ab lis h ‘S an am T sh on gk ha ng ’ F ar m S ho ps in v ia bl e lo ca tio ns 27 9 R G oB TO TA L BU D G ET 10 ,7 05 .8 3 81 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Pr oj ec t 3 : P ro m ot io n of h ig h va lu e pr od uc ts fo r ex po rt m ar ke ts O ut pu ts A ct iv it ie s Bu dg et (N u M n) Fu nd in g So ur ce A gr ic ul tu re Pr od uc ti on E nh an ce d A ct iv ity 1: P ro du ct io n of h ig h- va lu e A sp ar ag us & B ro cc ol i t hr ou gh im pr ov ed m an ag em en t p ra ct ic es 48 G EF , B RE CS A , RG oB , E U A ct iv ity 2 : E st ab lis h co m m er ci al s tr aw be rr y fa rm (G re en ho us e -1 00 m *2 4 m an d su pp ly o f r un ne rs ) 19 .7 RG oB A ct iv ity 3 : E st ab lis h m us hr oo m e nt er pr is es b y em po w er in g m us hr oo m en tr ep re ne ur s 20 FA O -T CP , R G oB Li ve st oc k Pr od uc ti on E nh an ce d A ct iv ity 1: E nh an ce h on ey p ro du ct io n an d m ar ke tin g (b lo ss om h on ey & cr ea m h on ey (7 2 M T) ; c om b ho ne y (8 .5 M T) , p ot h on ey (P ut ka ) ( 2. 5M T) : To ta l 8 3 M T 36 RG oB , G O I-P TA A ct iv ity 2 : E nh an ce fi sh p ro du ct io n (T ro ut - 30 M T by 2 02 9) 11 6 G O I-P TA , R G oB A ct iv ity 3 : E nh an ce p ro du ct io n of C ag e fr ee e gg s fo r e xp or t m ar ke t ( 10 m ill io n) 5 R G oB M ar ke ti ng o f a gr ic ul tu re a nd liv es to ck c om m od it ie s en - ha nc ed A ct iv ity 1: G ra nd C ha lle ng e/ Pr em iu m Q ua lit y Pr od uc t D ev el op m en t f or H ig h En d M ar ke t 17 .5 E U , F A O A ct iv ity 2 : N ew M ar ke t E xp lo ra tio n an d Es ta bl is hm en t 50 E U -T A A S, W FP -B RE CS A T A , FA O TO TA L BU D G ET 3 12 .2 82 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Pr oj ec t 4 : E nh an ci ng e co sy st em s er vi ce s fr om s us ta in ab le a nd r es ili en t b io di ve rs it y in ni ti at iv es O ut pu ts A ct iv it ie s Bu dg et (N u M n) Fu nd in g So ur ce Bi od iv er si ty c on se rv at io n, p ro d- uc t d ev el op m en t a nd b io pr os - pe ct in g st re ng th en ed A ct iv ity 1: U til iz at io n of N at iv e an im al a nd p la nt g en et ic re so ur ce s th ro ug h pr od uc t d iv er si fic at io n an d va lu at io n (N U S) , B O LD 53 IT PG RF A (I nt er na tio na l Tr ea ty o n Pl an G en et ic Re so ru ce s fo r F oo d an d A gr ic ul tu re ), C ro p Tr us t, EU A ct iv ity 2 : R ev en ue g en er at io n th ro ug h Bi od iv er si ty In iti at iv es 24 CH A N EL A ct iv ity 3 : S tr en gt he ni ng b io re po si to ry a nd e x- si tu c on se rv at io n fa ci li- tie s to p re ve nt s pe ci es e xt in ct io n in th e co un tr y 24 RG oB , B TF EC TO TA L BU D G ET 10 1 Pr oj ec t 5 : I m pr ov in g bu si ne ss e co sy st em O ut pu ts A ct iv it ie s Bu dg et (N u M n) Fu nd in g So ur ce Bu si ne ss e co sy st em im pr ov ed A ct iv ity 1: A gr ic ul tu re B ill o f B hu ta n R G oB A ct iv ity 2 : L iv es to ck B ill o f B hu ta n (A m en dm en t) R G oB A ct iv ity 3 : C oo pe ra tiv es A ct o f B hu ta n (A m en dm en t) R G oB A ct iv ity 4 : I ns tit ut e cr ed it ac ce ss fa ci lit y R G oB A ct iv ity 5 : I ns tit ut e cr op a nd li ve st oc k in su ra nc e sc he m e 1, 50 0 B IO FI N (T A s up - po rt ), R G oB A ct iv ity 6 : D ev el op N at io na l B io di ve rs ity S tr at eg ie s an d A ct io n Pl an s (N BS A P) N BS A P- G EF A ct iv ity 7 : C on st ru ct a nd re lo ca te M oA L Se cr et ar ia t B ui ld in g 30 0 R G oB A ct iv ity 8 : M on ito r a nd e va lu at e pl an p ro gr am s an d pr oj ec ts E U TO TA L BU D G ET 1, 80 0 83 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy A nn ex 4 : D iv is io n of R es po ns ib ili ty F ra m ew or k (D oR F) f or t he 1 3th F iv e Ye ar P la n Sl . N o. A ct iv it ie s Re gu la ti on (P ol ic y, ta rg et se tt in g, ov er al l m on it or in g) Fi na nc in g (O ut la y) Im pl em en ta ti on (f ea si bi lit y, es ti m at es , a nd ex ec ut io n) Ex te rn al T ec hn ic al Su pp or t ( ex pe rt is e/ sk ill s) Pr om ot io n of L ar ge -s ca le c om m er ci al fa rm in g fo r in cr ea se d fa rm er ’s in co m e an d A gr i-e co no m ic d ev el op m en t 1 La rg e sc al e co m m er ci al p ou ltr y, p ig ge ry a nd fi sh er y fa rm s D O L M oA L D O L, M oA L LG s/ SO E/ Pr iv at e Se ct or D O L M oA L 2 La rg e sc al e co m m er ci al a gr ic ul tu ra l f ar m s D O A M oA L D O A M oA L LG s/ FM CL /R BP /P riv at e Se ct or D O A M oA L En ha nc e su pp or t t o su bs is te nc e fa rm in g fo r im pr ov ed li ve lih oo d an d fo od s ec ur it y A G RI CU LT U RE S ER VI CE S 1 Cr op P ro du ct io n Pr io rit iz at io n (N at io na l) D O A M oA L D O A M oA L D O A M oA L D O A M oA L 2 Cr op P ro du ct io n Pr io rit iz at io n (D zo ng kh ag le ve l) LG s LG s LG s LG s 3 M ill io n Fr ui t T re e Pr oj ec t D O A M oA L D O A M oA L LG s/ D es uu ps D O A M oA L 4 En ha nc e se lf- su ffi ci en cy o f r ic e, c er ea ls , v eg et ab le s D O A M oA L D O A M oA L (f or ta rg et s pr ov id ed b y th e D ep ar tm en t) LG s D O A M oA L 5 Ch ai n lin k fe nc in g D O A M oA L D O A M oA L LG s D O A M oA L 6 La nd m an ag em en t D O A M oA L D O A M oA L LG s D O A M oA L 7 Fa rm m ec ha ni za tio n D O A M oA L D O A M oA L D O A M oA L D O A M oA L 8 In pu t s up pl y - f er til iz er s, p es tic id es , s ee ds , g re en ho us es D O A M oA L LG s. LG s 9 Fa rm ro ad s M O IT /M oA L LG s. LG s M O IT 10 Ir rig at io n (M aj or /L ar ge ) D O A M oA L D O A M oA L M O IT M O IT 84 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 11 Ir rig at io n (M in or /s m al l) LG s LG s. LG s M O IT 12 H um an W ild lif e Co nfl ic t D O A M oA L LG s LG s M O A L 13 Cl im at e re si lie nt a gr i-t ec h fa rm (g re en ho us e, ir rig at io n, et c) D O A M oA L D O A M oA L D O A M oA L D O A M oA L LI VE ST O CK S ER VI CE S 1 En ah nc e se lf- su ffi ci en cy o f d ai ry , m ea t, e gg s D O L M oA L D O L M oA L (f or ta rg et s pr ov id ed b y th e D ep ar tm en t) LG s D O L M oA L 2 Li ve st oc k br ee d im pr ov em en t ( A I, LN 2, s em en s ou rc in g an d su pp ly ) D O L M oA L D O L M O A L D O L M oA L D O L M oA L 3 In pu t s up pl y - D O C, p ig le ts , fi ng er lin gs D O L M oA L D O L M oA L D O L M oA L D O L M oA L 4 Bi og as D O L M oA L D O L/ LG s LG s D O L M oA L 5 A ni m al n ut rt io n D O L M oA L D O L/ LG s D O L/ LG s D O L M oA L A ni m al H ea lth D O L M oA L D O L/ LG s D O L/ LG s D O L M oA L 5 Cl im at e re si lie nt fa rm in g te ch no lo gi es D O L M oA L D O L M oA L D O L M oA L D O L M oA L 6 En ha nc in g fa rm b io se cu rit y D O L M oA L D O L M oA L LG D O L M oA L 7 H ig hl an d ac tiv iti es D O L M oA L D O L/ LG s D O L/ LG s D O L M oA L 8 Tr an sb ou nd ar y di se as e pr ev en tio n (n at io n- w id e) D O L M oA L D O L M O A L D O L M oA L BF D A R BP D O FP S LG s D O L M oA L BF D A R BP D O FP S LG s 9 Tr an sb ou nd ar y di se as e pr ev en tio n (lo ca l) D O L M oA L LG s LG s D O L M oA L BF D A R BP D O FP S LG s 10 Ve te rin ar y Cl in ic al S er vi ce s D O L M oA L D O L M oA L D O L/ LG s D O L M oA L 11 H um an W ild lif e Co nfl ic t D O L M oA L LG s LG s M O A L, M oE N R (D oF PS ) M A RK ET IN G S ER VI CE S 1 Fa rm s ho ps D A M C M oA L D A M C M oA L LG s/ Pr iv at e D A M C M O A L 85 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy 2 Fa rm er s G ro up s/ Co op er at iv es (r eg is tr at io n, c ap ac ity bu ild in g, d e- re gi st ra tio n) D A M C M oA L D A M C/ LG s D A M C/ LG s D A M C M O A L 3 RN R En te rp ris es D A M C M oA L D A M C/ LG s/ Pr iv at e D A M C/ LG s/ Pr iv at e D A M C/ LG s/ Pr iv at e 4 RN R M ar ke tin g (N at io na l l ev el ) D A M C M oA L D A M C/ SO Es / Pr iv at e D A M C/ SO Es /P riv at e D A M C/ SO Es /P riv at e 5 RN R M ar ke tin g (L oc al le ve l) LG s LG s LG s LG s 6 Bu y ba ck D A M C M oA L D A M C/ SO Es / Pr iv at e D A M C/ SO Es /P riv at e D A M C/ SO Es /P riv at e 7 Va lu e ad di tio n eq ui pm en t D A M C M oA L D A M C/ LG s D A M C/ LG s D A M C M O A L 8 Ex po rt s D A M C M oA L D A M C/ Pr iv at e D A M C/ Pr iv at e D A M C/ Pr iv at e 9 Es ta bl is hm en t o f c ol d st or ag e, w ar eh ou se , e xp or t f ac ili ta - tio n ce nt re , p ac kh ou se D A M C M oA L D A M C/ Pr iv at e D A M C/ Pr iv at e D A M C/ Pr iv at e CO N SE RV A TI O N S ER VI CE S 1 Co ns er va tio n Li ve st oc k Fa rm s (e x- si tu ) N BC M oA L N BC M oA L N BC M oA L N BC M oA L 2 Co ns er va tio n Li ve st oc k Fa rm s (in -s itu ) N BC M oA L LG s LG s N BC M oA L 3 Bi op ro sp ec tin g, re se ar ch , g en eb an ks N BC M oA L N BC /L G N BC /L G s N BC M oA L 86 Towards Nu. 50 Billion Agricultural Economy Plan Formulation Team 1. Dr. N. B Tamang, Specialist I, DoL 2. Sonam Yangchen, DCLPO, DoL 3. Choney Zangmo, DCAO, DoA 4. Kuenzang Om, DCAO, DoA 5. Namgay Wangdi, Sr. EDMO, DAMC 6. Lhaksam Chedrup, Sr. EDMO, DAMC 7. Mani Prasad Nirola, DCBO, NBC 8. Kelzang Wangchuk, BO, NBC 9. Karma Tshering, CPO, PPD 10. Sonam Pelgen, SPO, PPD 11. Krishna Lungeli, PO, PPD 12. Leki Choda, PO, PPD 13. Dechen Choki, NFSE, PPD 14. Sonam Euden, TLO, PPD