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Norbugang’s livestock farmers struggle as prices plunge

Dec 13, 2025 2 mins read
Norbugang’s livestock farmers struggle as prices plunge

Samtse—Poultry and piggery farmers in Norbugang, Samtse, are facing one of their most difficult seasons in recent years. A lack of reliable buyers has pushed farm-gate prices far below retail rates, leaving many with unsold stock and mounting losses.

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