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“Bhutan must treat agriculture as economic mandate to secure food future”

Aug 15, 2026 3 mins read
“Bhutan must treat agriculture as economic mandate to secure food future”

It is more than personal recognition. It is an acknowledgment that businesses led by women can solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges and validates Shaoulee’s mission of strengthening Bhutan’s food security, empowering farmers, and reviving indigenous crops.

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