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Conflict brews in the highlands over lucrative cordyceps harvest

Apr 22, 2026 3 mins read
Conflict brews in the highlands over lucrative cordyceps harvest

The tensions come amid growing competition over cordyceps, a highly prized fungus that commands some of the highest prices in Bhutan’s natural resource markets. For many highland households, the annual harvest represents a crucial source of income.

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