Bhutan

Support to Ministry of Agriculture for Ensuring Food Security

The AWP aims to address food insecurity in the 4 geogs of Athang (Wangdiphodrang), Dungna (Chukha), Drakteng (Trongsa) and Gakiling (Haa) through improved home gardens; increased use of improved post harvest management facilities and practices; and formation of self-help groups. Activities will also benefit farmers of Nobgang (Punakha), Kangpara (Lhuentse), Sershong (Sarpang), and Daga (Wangdiphodrang)

UNDAF Outcome	1: By 2012, opportunities for generation of income and employment increased in targeted poor areas.
CT Outcome	1.1.2 Farmers use of improved post harvest management facilities and practices increased, 1.2.1 Agricultural productivity enhanced through improved technology and diversified irrigation systems, 1.2.3 Capacity of small farmers enhanced through formation of self-help groups and targeted extension services
CT Output	1.1 Access to socio-economic services, markets and information improved for smallholder and marginal farmers in targeted rural areas; 1.2 Food security among small holder farmers and other vulnerable groups in targeted rural areas enhanced
Project Location	All Regions
Project Duration	January 2009 - June 2010
Budget Outlay	US$ 222,000.00
MDG Goal
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