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An ambitious Agrifood Investment Plan for Bhutan

Oct 21, 2025 3 mins read
An ambitious Agrifood Investment Plan for Bhutan

Even as the demand for food grows, the country is aiming to shift from a food-deficit status to becoming a sustainable surplus-producing nation, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through inclusive, climate-resilient agricultural development.

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