A Profile of Donor Supported

Projects in the Renewable

Natural Resource (RNR) Sector

Policy & Planning Division Ministry of Agriculture & Forests Royal Government of Bhutan 5/22/2015 1 | P a g e

A Profile of Donor Supported Projects in the Renewable Natural Resources (RNR) Sector

Policy and Planning Division Ministry of Agriculture & Forests Thimphu BHUTAN December 2015

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Fourth edition Produced with support from – EU RNR-SSP Compiled by Ms. Bindu M Tamang

Correct citation: PPD 2015: The RNR Sector – Donor Support Project profiles, Policy & Planning Division, Ministry of Agriculture and Forests, Thimphu

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Preface

The Ministry of Agriculture and Forests often called as “The RNR Sector” having majority of the population’s (69 percent) livelihood depending on farming continues to be one of the most important sector of the Bhutanese economy for economic growth and poverty reduction. The 11th Five Year Plan (2013-2018), in the awake of the trade deficit and the increase in the global food prices, has placed the sector at the center of the development agenda. The sector has goals to achieve a green economic growth, inclusive social development, poverty alleviation and climate smart sustainable management and utilization of natural resources through the following objectives:  Enhance food and nutrition security  Enhance sustainable rural livelihood  Accelerate RNR sector growth by 4 percent  Promote sustainable management and utilization of natural resources

Bhutan has been able to meet the current expenditures through domestic revenue however the major developmental agenda as capital investment are still determined by the availability of the external development partners support. Apart from the financial assistance, other elements such as expertise, human resource development, technologies, equipment and other technical assistance are also crucial for the sector to achieve the 11th FYP goals. Therefore, building global partnership and capacity have been very useful and beneficial for our Ministry. Towards achieving the goals and objectives of the 11th FYP the contribution and support from the donor agencies such as International Fund for Agriculture development (IFAD), European Union (EU), Japan, Government of India (GoI), Global Environment Fund (GEF), World Bank (WB), Helvetas Swiss Inter- cooperation, SDC, DANIDA, WWF, BTFEC, FAO, UNDP, BTFEC, Australia, Austria, UNIDO and many others have been very vital and would continue to be so.

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During the 10th Five Year Plan about 61% of the capital budgets have been supported by the Donor agencies. Therefore, in order to allow the decision makers and the planners to prioritize and mobilize the resources in the RNR Sector and also to allow the donors to have a clear picture of how their support is being managed and utilized, the Policy and Planning Division of the Ministry since 2005, has started consolidating all the donor support projects for the RNR Sector. “A Profile of Donor Supported Projects in the Renewable Natural Resource (RNR) Sector 2015” is the fourth of its kind developed with financial support from the European Union (EU- RNR SSP). We hope the information shared through this publication would once again prove useful for our decision makers and the donors on how the support and contribution from the donor agencies are used by the Ministry. Lastly, we would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the continued support of our development partners and look forward for their continued cooperation and commitments in achieving the goals and aspiration of our Ministry.

Kencho Thinley Chief Planning Officer Policy & Planning Division

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Table of Contents 1. Introduction ...... 8 2. Summary of the Projects ...... 11 3. Department of Agriculture ...... 23 3.1 Adapting Integrated Crop Management technologies ...... 23 3.2 Commercialization of Vegetable Production ...... 26 3.3 Cereal and Vegetable Oil Seed Crop ...... 28 3.4 Improvement of Irrigation Infrastructure and Arable Land Development ...... 29 4. Department of Livestock ...... 32 4.1 Livestock Support Project (SLDI Phase II) ...... 32 4.2 Fish Fauna Assessment ...... 34 4.3 Agriculture and Livestock Support Programme ...... 35 4.4 Natural Resource Management in the Highlands ...... 38 4.5 Reviving Degraded Rangeland Northern Frontier ...... 39 4.6 Securing Rangeland soil carbon within the TNP...... 41 4.7 Conservation of Endangered Golden Mahseer ...... 43 4.8 National Dog Population Management and Rabies Control ...... 44 4.9 Bhutan Biogas Project Phase II ...... 46 5. Department of Forests and Park Services ...... 49 5.1 Participatory Forest Management Project (PFMP III)...... 49 5.2 Compensatory afforestration along Mangdechu ...... 51 5.3 Conservation and Sustainable Management of Mangdechu Watershed ...... 52 5.4 Strengthening the Role of Communities in Climate Change Mitigation ...... 54 5.5 Punatsangchu Afforestation Project ...... 56 5.6 National Forest Inventory ...... 58 5.7 Aquatic Biodiversity Assessment in Mangdechu ...... 59 5.8 Community water scarcity and climate change vulnerability in Kurichhu ...... 61 5.9 Conservation of the Northern protected area complex (NPAC) in Bhutan ...... 62 5.10 Strengthening Resource Monitoring, Patrolling and Service Delivery of JDNP ...... 64 5.11 Sustainable Management of Resources inside Jigme Dorji National Park ...... 67 5.12 Development of sustainable community based eco-tourism in Kheng Dunmang ...... 70 5.13 Embracing interior zoning paradigm for scientific wildlife management in PNP ...... 72 5.14 National Tiger Survey ...... 74 5.15 Revision of Management plan for Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary ...... 76 5.16 Payment for Environment Services and REDD+ ...... 77 5.17 BC-CAP ...... 79 5.18 Regional Wildlife Project ...... 82 5.19 Strengthening Regional Cooperation for Wildlife Protection in Asia Project ...... 83 5.20 Sustainable Financing for Biodiversity Conservation and Natural Resource Management (SFBCNRM) ...... 87 5.21 Sustaining Ecosystems for Livelihoods: Eco-Life (TRAMCA) ...... 92 5.22 Sustainable Rural Biomass Energy (SRBE) ...... 94 6. Department of Agriculture Marketing and Cooperatives ...... 98 6.1 Strengthening Agricultural Marketing & Trade ...... 98 7. BAFRA ...... 100 7.1 Market Access and Trade Facilitation Support ...... 100 7.2 Strengthening of Bio-security System ...... 101 8. Council for RNR Research of Bhutan ...... 104 8.1 Global Climate Change Alliance ...... 104 8.2 Vegetables Go to School ...... 107 9. National Bio-diversity Center ...... 110 9.1 GEF Expedited enabling activity support to Bhutan ...... 110 9.2 Establishment of a knowledge base for invertebrates in Bhutan ...... 111

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9.3 Rescue and rehabilitation of threatened and rare plant species ...... 114 9.4 Implementing the Nagoya Protocol in Bhutan ...... 116 9.5 Biodiversity Use and Conservation in Asia Program (BUCAP) ...... 119 9.6 Participatory Conservation and Utilization of Rice Genetic Resource ...... 121 9.7 Comprehensive assessment of climate change impacts ...... 123 9.8 Biodiversity conservation and sustainable use in HANAS of Bhutan ...... 125 9.9 The Bhutan Red List Partnership ...... 127 10. Information and Communication Service ...... 129 No projects except GCCA support, refer under CoRRB ...... 129 11. Rural Development Training Center (RDTC) ...... 130 11.1 Support to RDTC Phase IV ...... 130 12. Secretariat ...... 132 12.1 Technical Cooperation Project – EU TCP ...... 132 12.2 Capacity Development for Policy Impact Studies (FAO TCP) ...... 134 12.3 Climate Change Adaptation in Himalayas ...... 136 Name of the Project: Climate Change Adaptation in Himalayas (Pilot project) ...... 136 13. Area Development ...... 139 13.1 Rural Livelihood Project Phase II ...... 139 13.2 Remote Rural Communities Development Project (RRCDP) ...... 143 13.3 Market Access & Growth Intensification Project (MAGIP) ...... 146

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1. Introduction

Agriculture Sector comprising crops, livestock and forestry and logging activities are categorized as the primary economic sector in the domestic economy which has recorded 3.4 percent growth in 2012 as compared to the previous. The sector’s share to overall GDP at current prices increased to 17 percent in 2012 from 16.1 percent in 2011. The growth was mainly contributed by the forestry and logging from 2.9 in 2011 to 5 percent in 2012, crops grew from 2.9 in 2011 to 4.1 in 2012, and slight decline from 1.1 percent to 1.1 percent in livestock (source RMA annual report 2013). However although the percentage of poverty halved from 25 percent to 12.7 percent between 2007 and 2012, some have stayed poor and some non- poor fell into poverty and food security improved in terms of access but poor still lag behind. The Bhutan poverty assessment 2014 has indicated the reduction of poverty is mostly in rural areas which one of the 3 key drivers is commercial agriculture. Agricultural exports are rising fast facilitated by trade agreements, the focus on high-value commercial crops, the livestock commercial production all together contributing to reducing poverty have created enabling environment to increase investment in agriculture sector. The present national plan has demanded agricultural sector growth by 4 percent at the end of 11th FYP contributing largely to rural poverty reduction through increasing domestic production and export. Accelerating targeted RNR interventions to promote rural prosperity, maximizing farm productivity to improve food and nutrition security and improve/maintain biodiversity health to secure ecological resilience are the main three thrust areas identified by the government.

However the financial resource gaps continue to be one of the major dilemmas to endeavor the above milestones. Bhutan largely depends on the external assistance due to our increasing external debt with 22 percent increase from the previous year Bhutan’s external debt at the end of 2013 was USD 1.7 billion out of which 66 percent is with Indian Rupee.

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The financial allocation in this sector has increased substantially with foreign assistance since 1970s. Today the sector receives more than 70% of its capital investment from external donor assistants. With such trend expected to continue for some time, the RNR sector will continue to require external assistance. During the 11th FYP the Sector requires nearly Nu. 5 billion against the initial proposal of 11 billion.

This document as usual archives all the projects which are ongoing and pipeline donor assisted projects in the RNR Sector (Ministry of Agriculture & Forests) during the 11th Five Year Plan and beyond. The information is as of December 2014. It envisages catering to the following;

 Provide overview of the external assistance in terms of areas/themes and budget  Know the active development partners in the RNR Sector  Future Investment planning and setting priorities

The document consolidates mostly brief information on the project linking to the various RNR sector National Programs to GNH pillars, NKRAs and SKRAs. It also contains other information like implementing and executing agency, funding agency, funds secured, project duration, status, objective, components, outputs, outcomes impact, and financing details. The summary includes the completed projects as well to analyse the total resources mobilized.

The Policy and Planning Division would like to acknowledge the support and assistance rendered to us by all the project/program managers/directors in helping us compile this profile. We hope that this document will, not only benefit the decision makers and planners, but also other stakeholders in planning, implementing and reviewing future RNR interventions.

The profile is updated bi-annually and will be available in the Ministry of Agriculture's website www.moaf.gov.bt. For hard copy and for any more

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information please do not hesitate to contact Policy & Planning Division, Ministry of Agriculture at 975-02-323745/323746.

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2. Summary of the Projects

As of Dec 2014, the total external support mobilized is about Nu. 5860.148 million out of which Nu. 4,483 million supports the 11th FYP and Nu. 1292.027 million were spent during the 10th FYP period. Some of the fund supports also go to the dzongkhags and Gewog programmes. The total capital requirement of the Sector for the 11th FYP is Nu. 4,375.591 million however the resource gaps still exists since some of the external projects support fall under the recurrent expenditures. The Area Development Projects which are included under the central programmes’ resource are actually funding the Dzongkhag/gewog RNR sector under the local government programmes whose total requirements are almost 4 billion.

Figure 1: Agency wise donor assistance for the 11th FYP

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Table 1: List of Projects (completed, ongoing & pipeline) during the 11th FYP

Sl Project title Funding Implementin Total Total Budget Budget Start End Status # Agency g Agency Budget Budget during during (original (BTN) 10 FYP 11 FYP currency) (BTN) (BTN)

Department of Agriculture 1 Adapting Integrated Crop DoA/Horticul AUS $ 23.443 7.338 13.973 Sept Oct On-going Management technologies to ture Div 161,500 2012 2017 commercial citrus enterprises in Bhutan and Australia 2 Commercialization of Vegetable GoI DoA Nu. 40.00 40.000 0.000 40.00 Jul Jun Ongoing Production 2014 2018 3 Cereal and Vegetable Oil Seed GoI DoA Nu. 60.0 m 60.000 0.000 60.00 Jul Jun ongoing Crop 2014 2018 4 Improvement of Irrigation GoI DoA Nu. 390 m 390.000 0.000 390.00 Jul Jun ongoing Infrastructure & Arable Land 2014 2018 Development 5 GCCA support EU DoA Nu. 74 m 74.000 0.000 74.00 Oct Sep ongoing 2013 2019 6 Farm Roads to Support Poor Japan DoA USD 3.328m 179.712 179.712 0 Aug July Completed farmers’ Livelihood Fund with Engineering 2010 2014 ADB Div 7 Taklai Irrigation Source and JICA CMU USD 5.000 270.000 135.000 135.00 Jul Jun Completed Intake Structure 2012 2015 8 Horticulture support through KR Japan DoA Nu. 47.6 00 47.600 47.600 0 Jun June Completed II Utilization Plan IV 2008 2014 9 Decentralized Rural Development WB DoA USD 5m 270.000 270.000 0 Jan Dec Completed Project (DRDP) – Additional 2011 2014 Financing Total for DoA 1354.76 639.65 712.973

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Sl Project title Funding Implementin Total Total Budget Budget Start End Status # Agency g Agency Budget Budget during during (original (BTN) 10 FYP 11 FYP currency) (BTN) (BTN)

Department of Livestock 1 Livestock Support Project (SLDI) GoI DoL Nu. 420 m 420.000 0.000 420 Jul Jun Ongoing Phase II 2013 2018 2 Agriculture and Livestock GoI DoL Nu. 100 m 100.000 0.000 100 Jul Jun Ongoing Support Programme 2014 2018 3 Fish Fauna Assessment: Species BTFEC DoL US $ 232,000 11.900 0.000 11.9 Jul Jun ongoing Composition and Distribution in 2013 2016 three Major River Basins 4 Natural Resource Management in World DoL USD 0.370 20.350 6.783 13.567 July Dec ongoing the Highlands For Sustainable Bank Million 2012 2015 Livelihood and Green Economy 5 Reviving Degraded Rangeland BTFEC DoL Nu. 15.00m 15.000 0.000 15.00 Jan Dec ongoing Northern Frontier involving yak 2014 2016 herding communities 6 Securing Rangeland soil carbon BTFEC NCAN/DoL Nu. 8.2 m 8.200 0.000 8.2 Jul Jun ongoing within the TNP 2013 2016 7 Conservation of Endangered MHPA NCA/DoL Nu. 12.96m 12.960 0.000 12.96 Jul Jun ongoing Golden Mahseer 2013 2016 8 National Dog Population HSI/USA NCAH/DoL Nu.29.197m 29.197 3.744 25.453 Jul Jun ongoing Management and Rabies Control 2012 2015 Programme II 9 Bhutan Biogas Project (Phase II) ADB MoEA USD 1.2m 66.000 0.000 66 Mar Dec ongoing (check) 2014 2015 10 GCCA support EU DoL Nu. 62.25 m 62.250 0.000 62.25 Oct Dec ongoing 2013 2019

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11 Sustainable Livelihood and BTFEC DoL Nu. 14.02 M 14.020 0.000 14.02 Jul Jun Completed Natural Resources Management 2013 2014 in High Altitude Areas of Bhutan 12 Biogas Project (Phase I) ADB MoEA USD 1.4 m 75.600 37.800 37.8 Feb Feb Completed 2011 2014 Total for DoL 773.227 48.3273 724.9 Sl Project title Funding Implementin Total Total Budget Budget Start End Status # Agency g Agency Budget Budget during during (original (BTN) 10 FYP 11 FYP currency) (BTN) (BTN)

Department of Forests and Park Services 1 PFMP-II (Participatory forest Helvetas/S SFED CHF 2.00 116.000 0.000 116 Jul Jun Ongoing mgt. Project) DC 2013 2016 2 Plantation along Wangchuck DGPC/D SFED Nu. 22.750 22.750 18.958 3.792 Jul Jun Completed Basin HI 2008 2014 3 Compensatory afforestration MHPA SFED Nu. 22.9 22.900 0.000 22.9 Jul Jun Ongoing along Mangdechu 2013 2018 4 Conservation and Sustainable MHPA Zhemgang Nu. 37.169 m 37.169 0.000 37.169 July June ongoing management of Mangdechu Forest 2014 2017 Watershed Division & WMD

5 Strengthening the Role of FAO TCP SFED USD 175,000 10.85 0 10.85 Aug Jun ongoing Communities in Climate Change 2014 2016 Mitigation 6 Punatsangchu Afforestation PHPA I & Tsirang Nu. 51.300 51.3 0 51.3 2014 2017 ongoing Project II Forest Div Million 7 National Forest Inventory BTFEC FRMD Nu.14.915 m 14.915 0 14.915 Jan Dec ongoing 2013 2015

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8 Aquatic Biodiversity Assessment MHPA UWICE Nu. 0.8m 0.8 0 0.8 2013 2014 ongoing in Mangdechu 9 Community water scarcity and GCCA UWICE Nu. 2.6m 2.6 0 2.6 2014 2015 ongoing climate change vulnerability in Kurichhu 10 Conservation of the Northern WWF JDNP Nu.17.245 m 17.245 11.497 5.748 Jan Jun ongoing protected area complex (NPAC) 2012 2015 in Bhutan 11 Strengthening Resource BTFEC JDNP Nu.15.21m 15.210 0.000 15.21 Jan Dec ongoing Monitoring, Patrolling and 2014 2016 Service Delivery of JDNP 12 Sustainable Management of BTFEC JDNP Nu.14.99m 14.990 0.000 14.99 Jan Dec ongoing Resources inside JDNP 2014 2016 13 Development of sustainable BTFEC/ Zhemgang Nu. 20.3 20.300 0.000 20.3 Jul Jun ongoing community based eco-tourism in TCB Forest 2014 2016 Kheng Dunmang Division

15 Embracing interior zoning BTFEC TNP Nu. 13.90 13.900 0.000 13.900 July Jun ongoing paradigm for scientific wildlife 2015 2017 management in TNP 17 National Tiger Survey WWF WCD USD 116,400 6.984 0.000 6.984 May April ongoing 2014 2015 18 Revision of Management plan for BTFEC Sakteng Nu. 9.00 9.000 0.000 9.000 July Jun ongoing Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary Wildlife 2014 2016 Sanctuary

19 Payment for Environment BTFEC, WMD US$ 504,323 31.596 0.000 31.596 Jul Jun ongoing Services and REDD+ SNV and 2013 2016 Blue moon fund

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20 BC-CAP Austria RDC Euro 1.1 m 91.000 0.000 91 Jul Nov ongoing Yusipang & 2013 2016 WMD

21 Regional Wildlife Project WB WCD USD 614,000 36.840 0.000 36.840 Jan Jun ongoing 2014 2016 22 Strengthening Regional WB WCD USD 2.25 m 135 50 85 Nov Aug ongoing Cooperation for Wildlife 2011 2016 Protection in Asia Project 23 Sustainable Financing for GEF/WB/ WCD USD 3.28 m 142.8 0 142.8 Jul Dec ongoing Biodiversity Conservation and BTFEC 2013 2018 Natural Resource Management (SFBCNRM) 24 Sustaining Ecosystems for WWF- WCD, USD 53.190 0.000 53.190 Jul Jun ongoing Livelihoods: Eco-Life Bhutan WMD, PNP 886421.33 2014 2016 (TRAMCA) 25 Sustainable Rural Biomass UNDP/GE SFED 68,100 USD 4.086 0.000 4.086 Jul Jun ongoing - Energy (SRBE) F/BTFEC/ 2013 2016 with PEI/RGoB dzongkhag /SDC- Helvetas/ ADB & Private Sector 29 GCCA support EU DoFPS Nu. 66.8 m 66.800 0.000 66.8 Oct Sep ongoing 2013 2019 16 Study on counter measures BTFEC RDC USD 99,460 5.371 0.000 5.371 Jan Jun pipeline against crop damage by wild Yusipang 2014 2017 delayed animals 14 Bamboo for sustainable CFC International USD 120,000 6.480 3.240 3.24 April Mar completed construction and rural value chain Network for 2012 2014 development in Bhutan: A Pilot Bamboo and Project Rattan/MoAF

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26 LMG BTFEC NRED Nu. 12.665 12.665 7.599 5.066 Jan Jun Completed 2012 2014 27 Eliminating illegal Wildlife Trade WWF FPED Nu. 1.7 1.700 0.000 1.7 Jul Jul Completed in Bhutan 2013 2014 28 Common Fund for Commodities CFC/INB SFED Nu. 2.25 2.250 0.000 2.25 April April Completed AR 2012 2014 Total for DoFPS 966.691 91.294 875.397 Sl Project title Funding Implementin Total Total Budget Budget Start End Status # Agency g Agency Budget Budget during during (original (BTN) 10 FYP 11 FYP currency) (BTN) (BTN)

Department of Agricultural Marketing and Co- operatives 1 Strengthening Agricultural GoI DAMC INR 50 m 50.000 0.000 50 Jul Jun On-going Marketing & Trade 2013 2018 2 GCCA support EU DAMC Nu. 15.44 m 15.440 0.000 15.44 Oct Sep On-going 2013 2019 Total for DAMC 65.440 0.000 65.44 Bhutan Agriculture & Food Regulatory Authority 1 Market Access and Trade UNIDO BAFRA Euro 85,000 6.120 0.000 6.12 Jul Jun ongoing Facilitation Support (through 2013 2016 SMTQ) – Phase III 2 Strengthening of Bio-security GoI BAFRA Nu. 60 m 60.000 0.000 60.00 Jul Jun ongoing system 2014 2018 3 GCCA support EU BAFRA Nu. 13.00 13.000 0.000 13.00 Oct Sep ongoing 2013 2019 4 Strengthening of Food Safety and FAO BAFRA USD 8.208 4.104 4.104 Jul Jun Completed Standards in Bhutan 152,000 2012 2014 5 Bio-Safety Framework GEF BAFRA USD 0.869 m 46.926 28.156 18.77 Feb Feb Completed 2010 2014 Total for BAFRA 134.254 32.260 101.994

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Sl Project title Funding Implementin Total Total Budget Budget Start End Status # Agency g Agency Budget Budget during during (original (BTN) 10 FYP 11 FYP currency) (BTN) (BTN)

National Bio-diversity Center 1 GEF Expedited enabling activity UNEP- NBC USD 220,000 13.200 3.000 10.200 April Jun ongoing support to Bhutan GEF 2012 2016 2 Establishment of a knowledge BTFEC NBC Nu. 9.576 m 9.576 0.000 9.576 Sep Jun ongoing base for invertebrates in Bhutan 2014 2017 3 Rescue and rehabilitation of Tangsibji NBC Nu. 3.607 3.607 0.000 3.607 Dec Jun ongoing threatened and rare plant species HP million 2014 2016 4 Implementing the Nagoya GEF- NBC USD 4.004 248.23 0.000 248.230 Oct Sep ongoing Protocol in Bhutan NPIF/ 2014 2018 UNDP TRAC

6 Biodiversity Use and SEARICE NBC Nu. 4.8 M 4.8 0 4.8 Jul Jun ongoing Conservation in Asia Program , The 2014 2016 (BUCAP) Philippine s 7 Participatory Conservation and NBC/RDC/d Nu. 17.4 M 17.400 17.400 July June ongoing Utilization of Rice Genetic *ITPGRF z 2013 2015 Resources A 8 Comprehensive assessment of BTFEC NBC Nu.7.51 8.530 5.100 3.430 Jul Jun Ongoing climate change impacts on 2012 2015 endemic plant diversity in Bhutan

12 Biodiversity conservation and BTFEC DoFPS/NBC Nu. 14.25 m 14.250 14.250 Jan Jan ongoing sustainable use in HANAs of 2015 2017 Bhutan

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13 The Bhutan Red List Partnership IUCN NBC USD 20700 1.242 1.242 2 yrs ongoing 14 GCCA support EU NBC Nu. 15.00 15.000 15.000 Oct Sep ongoing 2013 2019 5 BUCAP (Bio-diversity use & SEARICE NBC Nu. 9.5m 9.500 5.938 3.563 Jan Dec Completed Conservation in Asia Pacific (III 2011 2014 Phase) 9 Enabling support for revision to UNEP, NBC USD 169,000 9.126 6.845 2.282 Jan Jun Completed NBSAPs and 5th National Report RGoB 2011 2014 to CBD 10 Conservation & Utilization of ITPGRFA NBC USD 300,000 16.200 5.184 11.016 Oct Dec Completed Rice Genetic Resources for 2012 2014 Livelihood and Food Security

11 Strengthening National Capacity Biodiversi NBC USD 105,000 5.670 2.268 3.402 Jul Dec Completed to implement International Treaty ty 2012 2014 on Plant Genetic Resources for Internatio Food and Agriculture’ nal (ITPGRFA): Total for NBC 376.331 28.335 347.998 *International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture Sl Project title Funding Implementin Total Total Budget Budget Start End Status # Agency g Agency Budget Budget during during (original (BTN) 10 FYP 11 FYP currency) (BTN) (BTN)

Council for RNR Research of Bhutan 1 Vegetables Go to School: SDC/AVR Schools/SAP USD 177000 10.900 0.000 10.900 July June ongoing Improving Nutrition through DC 2014 2016 Vegetable Gardening

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2 Global Climate Change Alliance - EU All sectors Nu. 39.1 39.100 0.000 39.100 Oct Sep On-going Climate Change Adaptation in the (CORRB as (CoRRB+PC 2013 2019 RNR Sector PCU) U)

Total for CoRRB 50.000 0.000 50.000 Information and Communication Service (ICS) 1 GCCA support EU ICS Nu. 5.00m 5.000 0.000 5.000 Oct Sep ongoing 2013 2019 Total for ICS 5.000 0.000 5.000 Rural Development Training Center 1 GCCA support EU RDTC Nu. 3.00 3.000 3.000 Oct Sep ongoing 2013 2019 2 Rural Development Training Helvetas RDTC Nu.45.00 m 45.000 15.000 23.10.00 Jan Dec Completed Support Phase II 0 2012 2014 Total for RDTC 48.000 15.000 26.100 Area Development Project 1 Rural Livelihood Project Phase II Helvetas Sarpang, CHF 1.8 m 104.400 26.00 78.00 Jan Dec On-going Inter Zhemgang 2012 2015 Swiss Dz 2 Remote Rural Communities WB 6 western USD 9.00 m 500.490 100.000 400.490 Nov Nov On-going Development Project (RRCDP) Dzongkhags 2012 2017 3 Market Access and Growth IFAD 6 eastern USD 11.5m 632.500 251.760 380.740 May Dec On-going Intensification Project (MAGIP) Dzongkhag 2011 2016 Total for ADP (Dzongkhag) 1237.390 377.761 859.230 Sl Project title Funding Implementin Total Total Budget Budget Start End Status # Agency g Agency Budget Budget during during (original (BTN) 10 FYP 11 FYP currency) (BTN) (BTN)

Secretariat/Other Cross Sector Projects

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1 Technical Cooperation Project in EU PPD/DAMC Euro 4.60 331.200 0.000 248.400 Jul Jun Ongoing Support of the RNR Sector m 2014 2019 (TCP) 2 Techinical Cooperation Project FAO PPD USD 11.16 0 11.16 Jan Dec ongoing FAO 186,000 2015 2016 3 GCCA support EU PPD Nu. 1.5 1.500 1.500 Oct Sep ongoing 2013 2019 4 RNR Sector Support Programme EU All sectors Euro 6.600 475.2 59.4 415.8 April Jun On-going (RNRSP) 2011 2015 5 Climate Change Adaptation in ICIMOD Tsirang USD 30.00 00 30.00 Feb Feb Ongoing Himalayas Dzongkhag 500,000 2015 2018 Total Other Cross sector 849.060 59.400 706.860 Grand Total for the Ministry 5860.148 1292.026 4482.791

Note: Exchange rate used : USD 60, Euro 72, CHF 58, AUSD 55 The grand total for the Ministry also includes three Area Development projects (MAGIP, RRCDP and RLP) which actually support the Dzongkhag and gewog programmes. The total project budget includes only the external donor agreed budget.

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Table 2: Agency wise – Total Project budget from the external support

Sl # Agency Funding Agency Total Budget Budget Remarks Budget during 10 during 11 (BTN) FYP (BTN) FYP (BTN) 1 Department of Agriculture Japan, Australian, WB 1354.755 639.65 712.973 2 Department of Livestock GoI, BTFEC, MHPA 773.227 48.327 724.900 3 Department of Forest & Park Helvetas-Swiss/SDC, 966.691 91.294 875.397 Services DGPC, DHI, MHPA, PHPA, MacArthur, BTFEC, PaulGetty, WWF, CFC, SNV, UNDP, GEF 4 Department of Agriculture GoI 65.440 0.000 65.440 Marketing & Cooperatives 5 Bhutan Agriculture & Food FAO, GEF, UNIDO 134.254 32.26 101.994 Regulatory Authority (BAFRA) 6 National Bio-Diversity Center SEARICE, BTFEC, 376.331 28.335 347.998 (NBC) UNEP, ITPGRFA 7 Council for RNR Research of EU, SDC/AVRDC 50.000 0.000 50.000 Bhutan 8 Information and Communication 5.000 0.000 5.000 Services 9 Rural Development Training Helvetas Swiss/SDC 48.000 15.000 33.000 Center (RDTC) 10 Area Development Projects Helvetas Swiss/SDC, 1237.390 377.761 859.230 MAGIP, WB, IFAD RRCDP, RLP 11 Other Cross Sector Projects EU, UNDP, UNEP 849.0600 59.4000 706.8600 Total for the MoAF 5860.148 1292.026 4482.791

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3. Department of Agriculture

3.1 Adapting Integrated Crop Management technologies

Name of the Project: Adapting Integrated Crop Management technologies to commercial citrus enterprises in Bhutan and Australia

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Horticulture Division, DoA, MoAF & Mr Lakey (Dy Chief Horticulture New South Wales Department of Primary Officer) Coordinator (Citrus Program) Industries (NSWDPI) [email protected]

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/04: National Horticulture Commodity Development Programme Program Linkage to SKRA Accelerate RNR sector growth through commercial farming

Linkage to NKRA Poverty + reduced/MDG+ achieved Relevance to GNH Socio-economic Development pillars Geographic coverage Nation wide Type of Project Central programme Total budget AUD$ 161,500 Budget in Nu. Funds secured Funding Source Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR) RGoB‟s contribution In-kind contribution (officials associated with the project) Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Sep 2012 – October 2017 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

1) To improve the quality of Bhutanese citrus planting material through germplasm collection, mother tree establishment and improved nursery production practices. 2) To improve knowledge and management of key citrus pests and diseases. 3) To improved citrus orchard management practices, nutrition and evaluation of water supply options 4) To build additional citrus research, development and production capacity of Bhutanese scientists and extension agents and citrus farmers

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Project Impact

Scientific Impact: This project will provide important information on the role of the black psyllid as a potential vector of HLB and curry leaf as a potential alternative host of the disease. The work on powdery mildew started in the first project will be continued in order to develop an appropriate management strategy for this devastating disease. Additionally information on climatic conditions conducive to the disease will be collected. Further work on Chinese citrus fruit fly will assess the success of area wide management in controlling this pest.

Work on these citrus pests and diseases exotic to Australia, allows Australian scientists involved to become more familiar and technically competent in diagnostic methods and field symptoms. The work on molecular analysis will provide NSW DPI and Bhutanese citrus pathology staff with improved capabilities in the area of exotic disease diagnosis and allows for the development of improved diagnostic standards for exotic diseases for the Australian citrus industry.

Capacity Impact: The project will further enhance the technical knowledge and skills of DoA personnel acquired during the first project. Programs will be more targeted in the areas of variety and rootstock evaluation techniques, mother tree maintenance and testing methods, nursery production techniques and irrigation design. Provide in-country training on biometrical methods for agricultural research and soil moisture monitoring. These will ensure that Bhutan has a team of citrus production specialists that can provide technical advice to support, improve and expand the citrus industry in Bhutan. It is estimated that more than 100 extension and research personnel will be trained. Community Impacts:

Economic impacts The project aims to attain increased citrus production which is readily attainable given the current disease status of the citrus trees in Bhutan and the inattention to orchard management. The government has assisted farmers in the past with chemicals to control damaging insects such as fruit fly and a similar subsidy may be required to suppress the range of pest and disease problems in Bhutan. Without pest and disease control there can be severe impacts on productivity and fruit quality. An investment in pest and disease control can mean the difference between producing a crop or total crop loss. The project aims to include a cost benefit analysis of pest and disease control strategies implemented during the 4 year trial time frame. To produce economic yields a citrus tree should be on an appropriate rootstock, of a know health status and be a superior clone for yield and fruit quality. These are the criteria that are at the centre of crop improvement strategies for Bhutan. Government subsidy on tree cost may be required to assist smaller growers to replant with grafted trees. Social impacts This project will strengthen the interaction between citrus growers and the Department of Agriculture’s extension and research personnel in all aspects of citrus production and management. Both the previous and the new project will result in growers having better access to

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specialist citrus advice and production information, enabling them to improve their operations to achieve better crop yields and fruit quality. The benefits of improving citrus production practices will enhance positive social impacts for the poor and marginalised. Project outputs will allow for the consolidation and future expansion of the Bhutan citrus industry and increase farm cash flow, thereby increasing the opportunity for participation in additional income generating activities by disadvantaged groups such as the poor and remote farmers. This will give individual farm households additional funds to spend on health, education and on improving their general wellbeing.

Environmental impacts

Best practice recommendations for matching fertiliser use with plant requirements, based on leaf and soil analysis, will reduce over fertilisation and nutrient leaching. Controlling Chinese citrus fruit fly and citrus psyllids using the currently recommended chemicals (dimethoate and cypermethrin) may adversely affect both non-pest insect species and the fruit fly pest complex. Currently recommended control programs include some cultural practices which do not impact on other non-pest species and would have more impact if used in an area wide management approach. Softer chemicals are available but have not fully evaluated in Bhutan for controlling these pests. Basin making around trees will help reduce soil degradation and erosion, whilst funnelling water and nutrients to where they are most needed. Removal and control of weeds in orchard floors reduces the spread of weeds and helps protect the natural ecosystem. The results of the work on water collection, management and irrigation could help reduce soil degradation and erosion.

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3.2 Commercialization of Vegetable Production

Name of the Project: Commercialization of Vegetable Production

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Department of Agriculture & Mr. Namgay Thinley, Dy. Chief RNR Dzongkhag/gewog DoA Component Manager Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-77223366 (mobile) 02-323183 (office)

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/04: National Horticulture Commodity Development Programme Program Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growth Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustainable  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved  Sustained economic growth Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars Geographic coverage Sarpang, Samtse, Samdrupjongkhar and lower foothills of Tsirang, Chukha, Dagana, Trongsa, Punakha and Wangdue for winter vegetable; Thimphu, Paro, Punakha and Wangdue for summer vegetables Type of Project Centrally executed with Dzongkhags Total budget Nu. 40 m Budget in Nu. 40 m Funds secured Nu. 40 m Funding Source GoI RGoB‟s contribution Nu. 9.10 million Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014 – June 2018 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

The main objective of the project is to enhance commercial vegetable production to meet domestic requirements and increase export:

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 To achieve the 11th FYP national production target of 65,200 MT. This is increase by 52 percent from the present production of 43,025 MT. The area under vegetable cultivation is expected to expand from 33,662 acres to 38,025 acres by the end of 2018.

 To increase the export volume from 2088 MT to 7,500 MT by the end of 11th FYP. With the current trend of increase in vegetable export to India, the export quantity is expected to increase by 260 percent by the end of 2018. The department targets to reduce our dependence on Indian vegetables in the 11th FYP. With enhances domestic production meeting the domestic requirement, the department targets to reduce the import by 50 percent.

 To achieve self sufficiency in vegetable production and consumption. If the production of 65,200 MT is achieved by the end of 2018, then the country will 100 percent self sufficient in vegetable production. The vegetable availability would increase from 14g to 200g per day per capita, which the international standard of minimum requirement.

Project Scope

1. Adequate supply of quality seeds and seedlings on cost sharing scheme 2. Promotion of protected cultivation technologies for off-season vegetable production in mid and high altitude area on cost sharing scheme 3. Promotion of integrated plant nutrient management technologies (bio-fertilizers, green manures, etc) 4. Pest and disease management through IPM method 5. Strengthened skills and knowledge of researchers and extension personnels 6. Capacity building o farmers on improved methods of vegetable production

Budget Detail

Amount million in Nu.

Project Activity GoI funding RGoB Adequate supply of quality seeds and seedlings on cost 15.00 5.00 sharing scheme Promotion of protected cultivation technologies for off- 14.00 3.00 season vegetables production in mid and high altitude area on cost sharing scheme Promotion of integrated plant nutrient management 2.00 0.200 technologies (bio-fertilizers, green manures etc) Pest and disease management through IPM method 2.00 0.20 Strengthened skills and knowledge of researchers and 4.00 0.50 extension personnel Capacity building of farmers on improved method of 3.00 0.20 vegetable production

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Total 40.00 9.10

3.3 Cereal and Vegetable Oil Seed Crop

Name of the Project: Cereal and Vegetable Oil Seed Crop Intensification Project

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Department of Agriculture & Mr. Chhimi Rinzin, Chief Agriculture Officer RNR Dzongkhag/gewog DoA Component Manager Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-17924378 (mobile) 02-322228 (office)

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/05: National Field Crop Commodity Development Program Programme MoAF/04: National Horticulture Commodity Development Program Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growt Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustainable  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved  Sustained economic growth Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars Geographic coverage Maize (Eastern Bhutan & low lying plains of Southern Bhutan) Wheat (Western & low lying valleys of warm temperate Bhutan) Mustard & Vegetable oil (Warm temperate region and low lying regions of Bhutan) Type of Project Centrally executed with Dzongkhags Total budget Nu. 60 million Budget in Nu. Nu. 60 million Funds secured Nu. 60 million Funding Source GoI RGoB‟s contribution Nu. 12 million Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014 – June 2018 Project Status Ongoing

Project Objectives

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The main objective of the project is to enhance cereal and vegetable oil sufficiency and import substitution

 Increase overall cereal sufficiency from 71 percent to 94 percent  Increase vegetable oil sufficiency from 3 to 15 percent

Project Scope

 Maize Intensification o Quality seed production and supply of OP varieties o Introduction of hybrid seed technologies o Soil fertility and nutrient management o Pest and disease management (GLSS & HLB) o Maize processing and marketing  Wheat Intensification o Quality seed production and supply o Introduction and adaptation of new varieties o Pest and Pest managed (rust) o Wheat processing and marketing  Vegetable oil seed intensification o Quality seed production and supply o Introduction and adaptation of oil seed varieties o Mustard oil processing and marketing

Budget Detail

Amount million in Nu.

Project Activity Fund GoI Funds RGoB Maize Intensification 18.00 3.60 Wheat Intensification 16.00 3.20 Vegetable oil Intensification 26.00 5.20 Total 60.00 12.00

3.4 Improvement of Irrigation Infrastructure and Arable Land Development

Name of the Project: Improvement of Irrigation Infrastructure and Arable Land Development

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Department of Agriculture Mr. Karma Tshethar, Chief Engineer DoA Component Manager Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-17593718 (mobile) 02-322228 (office)

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Project Parameters

 MoAF/06: Agriculture Infrastructure Development Linkage to RNR Sector Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growth Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustainable  Sustained economic growth Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars Geographic coverage Samtse, Lhuentse, Chukha, Trashiyangtse, Haa, Lhuentse Mongar, Paro, Pemagatshel, Thimphu, Trashigang, Trongsa and Zhemgang Type of Project Centrally executed with Dzongkhags Total budget Nu. 390 million Budget in Nu. Nu. 390 million Funds secured Nu. 390 million Funding Source GoI PTA RGoB‟s contribution Nu. 20 million Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July20 14-June 2018 Project Status Ongoing

Project Objectives

Enhance irrigation water supply for:

 Increasing annual rice production from 78 MT to 91 MT  Decreasing overall cereal import from 35 percent to 25 percent

Project Impact

The proposed project would support the construction of 19 new irrigation schemes out of the 108 major irrigation schemes planned to be centrally executed by the department during the 11FYP. The irrigation schemes proposed would cover a command area of 5206.6 ac and length of approximately 17.57 km benefitting about 2050 households.

Budget Detail

Amount million in Nu. Project Activity Project cost Construction of Khandothang Irrigation System, Samtse gewog 5.60 Construction of Ngarchu/Serchu Irrigation System, Minjey gewog 8.30 Construction of Kalikhola-Kamigaon Irrigation System, Norgaygang 49.28 gewog Construction of Omchu Irrigation System, Geling gewog 6.15 Page 30 of 148

Construction of Mantichu Irrigation System, Tomajangsa gewog 1.50 Installation and piloting of Micro Irrigation System (MIS) in the 30.00 Dzongkhags Total 100

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4. Department of Livestock

4.1 Livestock Support Project (SLDI Phase II)

Name of the Project: Livestock Support Project (SLDI Phase II)

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Department of Livestock (HQ) Mr. Sithar Dorji, Project Director Department of Livestock, Ministry of Agriculture and Forests Email: [email protected] Tel: +975 (02) 322418 (PABX, Ext: 2032), Direct line: +975-02-335168 ; Mobile: +975 17543354

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/12: National Livestock Commodity Development Programme Program Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growth Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustainable  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved Relevance to GNH Equitable and equal socio-economic development pillars Geographic coverage All central programmes and farms under the Department located all across the country Type of Project Centrally executed Total budget Nu.420 Million Budget in Nu. 420 Million Funds secured Nu.420 Million Funding Source GoI RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2013 – June 2018 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

1. Achieve greater self-reliance in livestock products through increased productivity and production, 2. Contribute to improved food, nutrition and livelihood security of the Bhutanese people, 3. Enhance employment and income generation opportunities, and 4. Contribute to poverty reduction.

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Project Impact

1. Strengthen farmer based institutions for organized and enhanced production; 2. Increase the volume and accessibility of livestock feed and fodder; 3. Devise and implement new methodologies of preventing and controlling livestock disease outbreaks and related emergencies, and refine the existent standard operating procedures; 4. Research, develop and support eco-friendly and climate-smart livestock husbandry practices; 5. Intensify the pursuit of producing livestock commodities and delivering support services within the framework of Public Private Partnerships; 6. Enhance institutional efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery; 7. Enhance product diversification and marketing efficiency.

Project Components

1. Livestock Commodity development (Dairy, Poultry, Fishery, Piggery). 2. Animal nutritional development. 3. Procurement of Animal feeds. 4. Procurement of veterinary drugs and vaccines. 5. Infrastructure development. 6. Human resource development

Expected Output

 Enhance farm productivity and income of farmers by transforming subsistence farming to market oriented livestock enterprises through appropriate development intervention and group mobilization.

 Breed enhancement and diversification  Feed and fodder development  Improve husbandry practices  Technology generation and dissemination  Strengthen farmers’ institutions and private sector development  Product diversification and marketing  Strengthen logistics and organizational capacity  Develop infrastructure and technical capacity  Strengthen animal health and production service delivery systems.  Strengthen livestock research system.  Linking farmers and private entrepreneurs through Public Private Partnership (PPP) model for establishment and operation of farms and processing plants shall be encouraged where feasible through appropriate policy interventions and technical support.  The ultimate target has been to achieve self sufficiency to meet the per capita nutritional requirement of livestock products and work towards import substitution during 11th FYP.

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Budget Detail

Year 1 42,000,000

Year 2 132,300,000 Year 3 126,200,000 Year 4 74,100,000 Year 5 45,400,000 Total approved budget 420,000,000

4.2 Fish Fauna Assessment

Name of the Project: Fish Fauna Assessment: Species Composition and Distribution in three Major River Basins

Implementing agencies Main contact persons National Centre for Riverine & Lake Dr. Tashi Samdrup, Project Director Fisheries (NCR&LF), Haa Department of Livestock, Thimphu Department of Livestock Ministry of Agriculture and Forests Email: Tel: +975-02-322418

Mr. Singye Tshering (Program Director) Project Coordinator, NCRLF, Haa

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/12: National Livestock Commodity Development Programme Program  MoAF/15: Sustainable Management and Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Enhance conservation of fish genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Food Secure & sustainable Relevance to GNH  Sustainable & equitable socio-economic development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Bhutan’s three major river basins (Punastangchu, Amochu&Wangchu) and its drainage area Type of Project Centrally executed Total budget US $ 232,000 Budget in Nu. 11.9 M Funds secured US $ 232,000 Funding Source BTFEC RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2013 – June 2016

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Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

 Develop a National Fishery Database for future aquatic including fishery resource management plan development  Assess fish fauna in terms of both species composition and distribution in Bhutan’s three major river basins  Make an inventory of and characterize Bhutan’s three water bodies  Develop a fish museum

Project Impact

An authenticated national fishery database shall be available as a baseline reference for any fisheries development/fishery resource management activities or future research works that is taken up.

Project Components

1. Recruitment of consultant and Project Staff (Project consultant, Technician, Adm Assistant, Fishermen and Local expert). 2. Procurement of fishing gears and other survey equipments 3. Procurement of Lab/Museum & Office Equipments 4. Procurement & Hiring of Vehicle 5. Human Resource Development 6. Development of fish museum cum laboratory 7. Species Identification & Verification outside Bhutan

Expected Output

 Development of National Fishery Database  Development of Fish Museum

Budget Detail

3,60,000 Year 1

Year 2 37,33,000 Year 3 45,81,000 Year 4 32,26,000 Total approved budget 11,900,000

4.3 Agriculture and Livestock Support Programme

Name of the Project: Agriculture and Livestock Support Programme

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

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Department of Livestock (HQ) Mr. Sithar Dorji, Project Director Email: [email protected] Tel: +975 (02) 322418 (PABX, Ext: 2032), Direct line: +975-02-335168 ; Mobile: +975-17543354

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/12: National Livestock Commodity Development Programme Program Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate additional employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household cash income Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustained  Poverty + reduced/MDG + achieved Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic development pillars Geographic coverage Bumthang and Dagana Type of Project Centrally executed Total budget Nu. 100 m Budget in Nu. 100 m Funds secured Nu. 100 m Funding Source GoI RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014 – June 2018 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

1. Achieve greater self reliance in livestock products through increased productivity and production, 2. Contribute to improved food, nutrition and livelihood security of the Bhutanese people, 3. Enhance employment and income generation opportunities, and 4. Contribute to poverty reduction.

Project Impact

1. Strengthen farmer based institutions for organized and enhanced production; 2. Increase the volume and accessibility of livestock feed and fodder; 3. Devise and implement new methodologies of preventing and controlling livestock disease outbreaks and related emergencies, and refine the existent standard operating procedures;

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4. Research, develop and support eco-friendly and climate-smart livestock husbandry practices; 5. Intensify the pursuit of producing livestock commodities and delivering support services within the framework of Public Private Partnerships; 6. Enhance institutional efficiency and effectiveness in service delivery; 7. Enhance product diversification and marketing efficiency.

Project Components

1. Breed enhancement and diversification 2. Feed and fodder development 3. Improve husbandry practices 4. Technology generation and dissemination 5. Strengthen farmers’ institutions and private sector development 6. Product diversification and marketing 7. Strengthen logistics and organizational capacity 8. Develop infrastructure and technical capacity 9. Strengthen animal health and production service delivery systems.

Expected Output

 Enhance farm productivity and income of farmers by transforming subsistence farming to market oriented livestock enterprises through appropriate development intervention and group mobilization.  Breed enhancement and diversification  Feed and fodder development  Improve husbandry practices  Technology generation and dissemination  Strengthen farmers’ institutions and private sector development  Product diversification and marketing  Strengthen logistics and organizational capacity  Develop infrastructure and technical capacity  Strengthen animal health and production service delivery systems.  Strengthen livestock research system.  Linking farmers and private entrepreneurs through Public Private Partnership (PPP) model for establishment and operation of farms and processing plants shall be encouraged where feasible through appropriate policy interventions and technical support.  The ultimate target has been to achieve self sufficiency to meet the per capita nutritional requirement of livestock products and work towards import substitution during 11th FYP.

Financial Detail

Year 1 12,915,000

Year 2 55,400,000

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Year 3 31,685,000

Total approved Budget 100,000,000

4.4 Natural Resource Management in the Highlands

Name of the Project: Natural Resource Management in the Highlands For Sustainable Livelihood and Green Economy

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Department of Livestock Mr. Pema Wangda, Component Manager NCAN, DoL Email: Tel:+975-02-17611754

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/13: Targeted Highland Development Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate additional employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household cash income Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustained  Poverty + reduced/MDG + achieved Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Laya and Sephu Type of Project Centrally executed Total budget USD 0.370 Million Budget in Nu. 20.350 m Funds secured Funding Source World Bank RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2012 – June 2015 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

Goal: To protect the environment and fragile ecosystem of the Alpine region while securing the livelihood of the pastoralists through sustainable management of natural resources Objectives: 1. To build capacity of the community required for sustainable utilization of natural resources.

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2. To conserve watershed area through replenishment and improvement of the rangeland, and by providing with alternative supplements, breeding stock 3. To promote green equipment, energy, schemes and responsible eco-tourism 4. To secure the livelihood of the stewards of alpine eco-system and biodiversity

Project Impact

The project will directly benefit 646 households who own 6511 yaks, those who own the horses and those along the trekking trail. The other households will also benefit as a result of enhanced economic activity.

The proposed Community Based Agro-tourism will directly benefit the community of Sephu and Laya. This will enable them to systematically accrue the benefits of the tourism for the community. In the past, a big chunk of benefits from tourism trend went to the tour operators and hotels.

Project Components

Comp1: Capacity building for community and project staff for sustainable natural resource management. Comp 2: Conserve watershed area through improvement of the rangeland. Comp 3: Promote green economy (equipment, energy, schemes and livelihood alternatives) Comp 4: To secure the livelihood of the stewards of alpine eco system and biodiversity. Comp 5: To create environmental education (EE) programs for two Gewogs Comp 6: Baseline surveys, monitoring and evaluation

Expected Output

 Yak products available for the niche market  Famer’s livelihood improved through yak product diversification  Grazing pressure in grassland reduced through use of feed blocks  Pressure reduced to the environment through use of bio-degradable use of packaging materials

Budget Detail

Year 1 4, 24,000 Year 2 12, 23,500 Year 3 18,702,500 Total approved Budget 20,350,000

4.5 Reviving Degraded Rangeland Northern Frontier

Name of the Project: Reviving Degraded Rangeland Northern Frontier involving yak herding communities

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

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National Center for Animal Nutrition Mr. Pema Wangda, Project Manager (NCAN), Bumthang NCAN, DoL Thimphu Department of Livestock

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/13: Targeted Highland Development Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate additional employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household cash income Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustained  Poverty + reduced/MDG + achieved Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Trashigang, yangtshi, Mongar, Lhuntshi, Bumthang, Wangdi, Trongsa, Zhemgang, Punkaha, Paro, Thimphu and Haa Type of Project Centrally executed Tri- partite Grant among BTFEC, GNHC and DoL, MoAF Total budget Nu. 15.00 million Budget in Nu. 15.00 Million Funds secured Nu. 15.00 million Funding Source World Bank/BTFEC RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Jan 2014 to Dec 2016 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

Goal: To institutionalize sustainable Land Management (SLM) practices within communities through restoration of restoration of degraded range land and to increase fodder and livestock by promoting fodder conservation and enrichment technologies.

Objective: Sustainable management of rangeland resources to mitigate climate change factors.

Project Impact

 Degraded range land covering the yak herding communities in alpine areas will be restored for grazing of the yaks.  Nucleus yak farm will be established as a model farm for the yak farming community.

Project Components

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Component 1: Rangeland management (Acres). Component 2: Development and restore degraded rangeland areas with pasture development (acres) Component 3: Establish yak nucleus herd

Budget Detail (Nu)

Year 1 8,170,000 Year 2 4,400,000

Year 3 2,430,000 Total approved Budget 15,000,000

4.6 Securing Rangeland soil carbon within the TNP

Name of the Project: Securing Rangeland soil carbon within the TNP

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

NCAN/DoL Mr. Pema Wangda, Project Manager NCAN, DoL Thimphu

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/06: Targeted Highland Development Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate additional employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household cash income Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustained  Poverty + reduced/MDG + achieved Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Type of Project Total budget Budget in Nu. 8.20 Million Funds secured Funding Source BTFEC RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July,2013-June,2016

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Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

1. To restore soil carbon and mitigate climate change through conservation and sustainable utilization of existing rangeland resources.

2. To improve the livelihoods of the highlanders through the development of income generating activities and appropriate technologies.

Project Impact

1) Introduce appropriate perennial fodder species for increasing below and above ground soil carbon stocks and to restore degraded dry lands. 2) Improve existing rangeland management practices to increase forage production and enhance carbon sequestration capacity 3) Optimize the herd size in order to reduce green-house gas emission and land degradation. 4) Improve productivity of rangeland by rearing yaks through supply of superior quality animal to minimize GHG emission per unit of yak products.

Project Components

1. Improve the degraded rangeland to restore soil carbon, biodiversity loss. 2. Improve fodder resources and quality of yaks to enhance productivity and thereby minimize GHG emission per unit of products. 3. Enhance knowledge and capacity of herders to adapt to climate change. 4. Make yak herding tradition economically attractive and sustainable.

Expected Output

 Degraded rangeland restored to enhance soil carbon stock and enrich bio-diversity with adoption of appropriate management practices such as optimal stocking rate.  Genetic quality of yaks improved through AI and supply of superior yaks and fodder resources enhanced with promotion of nutritive fodder grasses and legumes.  GHG emission from yak herding minimized with improved productivity.  Carbon sequestration capacity enhanced with adoption of appropriate grazing management.  Yak herding made compatible to conservation and climate change mitigation activities and natural landscape enhancement  Yak herding made more viable and sustainable activity through diversification, value

addition and integration with eco-tourism.

Budget Detail

Year 1 3,121,000 Year 2 2,576,000 Year 3 2,503,000

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Total approved Budget 8,200,000

4.7 Conservation of Endangered Golden Mahseer

Name of the Project: Same as above

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Mr. Namgay Dorji, Program Director National Centre for Aquaculture (NCA),, National Centre for Aquaculture, Gelephu under Department of Livestock GelephuDoL/MoAF (DoL) Email:[email protected] Tel:+975(6)251190; Mobile:+975 17150364

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF 5: National Livestock Commodity Development Program Programme  MoAF 8: Sustainable Management and Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance conservation of fish genetic resources  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Food Secure & sustainable Relevance to GNH  Sustainable & equitable socio-economic development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage whole Mangdechhu basin of Trongsa and ZhemgangDzongkhag covering the riverside communities as well as National Centre for Aquaculture (NCA), Gelephu under SarpangDzongkhag Type of Project National Total budget Nu. 12.960 m Budget in Nu. 12.960 Funds secured Funding Source MHPA RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Aug 2013- June 2016 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

The main goal for “Conservation of the Endangered Golden Mahaseer (Tor putitora)” Project is to ensure that Tor putitora (Golden Mahaseer) prevails in the waters of Bhutan for all times to come. To achieve this goal, three important objectives are identified. They are:

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 Develop and standardize a Tor putitora seed production technology, establishing a state of the art centre for conservation for Golden Mahaseer and other native fish species in the process;  Replenish the project affected water bodies with Tor putitora fingerlings;  Strengthen Bhutan’s efforts to conserve and develop Tor putitora.

Project Impact

 Enough general space to engage in breeding activities will be created through the establishment of a state of the art centre for conservation for Golden Mahaseer and other native fish species by mid-2015  Tor putitorapopulations in Bhutan’s water bodies are enhanced by 15,000 fishes by the end 2016  By 2015, the NCA is able to produce 5,000 Tor putitora fingerlings annually  Availability of Tor putitora in replenished water bodies is increased by 2015  15,000 Tor putitorafingerlings are released in the selected water bodies by 2016  3 riverside communities are made aware of Tor putitora conservation efforts  A holistic program to further conserve Tor putitora is in place by 2016

Expected Output

 Tor putitora breeding facility at the NCA is strengthened, and a native fish conservation centre is established;  Research on Tor putitora breeding technology is conducted;  Tor putitora fingerlings are produced;  Tor putitora population in the MHPA affected water body is enhanced;  MHPA riverside communities are aware of the efforts to conserve Tor putitora and contribute to safeguarding it in their locality;  A holistic program to conserve Tor putitora involving important stakeholders is conceived

Budget Detail

Year 1 Nu. 10, 88, 8000.00 Year 2 Nu. 1, 50, 8000.00 Year 3 Nu. 5, 68, 000.00 Total approved budget Nu. 1, 29, 64,000.00

4.8 National Dog Population Management and Rabies Control

Name of the Project: National Dog Population Management and Rabies Control Programme II

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

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Dr. KinzangDukpa Project Director National Dog Population Management and Rabies Control Project, NCAH, Serbithang, National Centre for Animal Health, Department of Livestock, MoAF Serbithang under Department of Livestock [email protected] (DoL) Office: +975 (2) 351568; Mobile: +975 17304889, Fax: +975 (2) 351095

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF 5: National Livestock Commodity Development Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security

Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Food Secure & sustainable Relevance to GNH  Sustainable & equitable socio-economic development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Nation wide Type of Project Central project Total budget Nu. 29.197 m Budget in Nu. 29.197m Funds secured 29.197m Funding Source Humane Society International, USA RGoB‟s contribution 50% of the total budget Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2012 – June 2015 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

Project Goal

 To establish a sustainable, collaborative, national dog population management and animal welfare programme, also addressing social, zoonotic and related public health issues in a resource-efficient manner, treating the causes as well as the effects of the roaming-dog population;  To ensure smooth handing over of the program for long term sustainability including training and material support.

Objectives

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 To carry out a comprehensive study of the changing dynamics due to the project since 2009  To provide training support to the Bhutanese veterinarians and supporting staff  To establish mechanisms providing welfare services and routine healthcare to the dog population.

Project Impact

 To have 80% and above free roaming dogs sterilized and vaccinated against rabies.  To have reduced incidence of rabies in both human and animal population.  Animal welfare to be given a top priority with focus on human handling.  Raise level of awareness on all aspect of dog population management and rabies to the public.  Have an effective legislation surrounding Responsible pet ownership and Dog Population management in place.

Expected Output

 To reduce the free roaming dogs population to such a level that is manageable and not a nuisance to the society.  To reduce and finally eliminate the incidence of Rabies in both human and animal population in the country.  Legislation in place regarding Dog Population Management and Responsible pet ownership.  High level of awareness among public on Dog Population Management.

Budget Detail

Year 1 Nu. 11,402,000.00

Year 2 Nu. 10,205,000.00 Year 3 Nu. 7,590,000.00 Total approved budget Nu. 29,197,000.00

4.9 Bhutan Biogas Project Phase II

Name of the Project: Rural Renewable Energy Development Project (Bhutan Biogas Phase II)

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Mr. Dorji Gyaltshen, Project Director Department of Livestock, MoAF Department of Livestock, Thimphu Email: Tel:+975-02-

Mr. Sonam Phuntsho, Asst. Project Manager, DoL Thimphu

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Project Parameters MoAF 5: National Livestock Commodity Development Program Linkage to RNR Sector Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security

Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Food Secure & sustainable Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage 13 Dzongkhags under sub-tropical area ( Samtse, Sarpang, Tsirang, Chukha, Dagana, SamdrupJongkhar, Pemagatshel, Trashigang, Trshiyangtse, Monggar, Lhuentse, Punakha, Wangdue) and 2 Dzongkhags under high altitude area ( Bumthang&Haa) Type of Project Rural Renewable Energy Development Project Total budget USD 1.2 m Budget in Nu. 66 m Funds secured USD 1.2 m Funding Source ADB RGoB‟s contribution USD 150,000 Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Mar 2014 – Dec 2015 Project Status Ongoing (second phase)

Project Goal/Objectives

Project Goal : To contribute to the national aim of reduction poverty levels by improving the livelihoods and quality of life of rural families, reducing the impact of biomass resource depletion, and supporting the national goals of food production and livestock improvement through exploiting the market and non-market benefits of house-holds biogas plants

Project Objectives: It is intended to facilitate the installation of 2,800 biogas plants which will benefit an estimated over 15,000people in the period from 2011 to 2015. In addition, a viable, sustainable and commercially oriented house-holds biogas market is being established with prospects for continued deployment and an operation of all biogas plants

Project Impact

The impact areas are Energy, Environmental Conservation, Enhanced Agriculture production, Employment Generation and Family Health & Sanitation

Project Components

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Component 4: Quality Control Component 5: Extension Component 6: Monitoring and Evaluation Component 7: Institutional Support Component 8: Program Management

Expected Output

1. Fuel costs savings 2. Time savings in collecting fuel-wood, cooking and cleaning 3. Lighting cost savings 4. Fertilizer use benefits 5. Health expenditure savings 6. Local environmental benefits through reduction in deforestation due to substitution of biogas for fuel-wood 7. Global environmental benefits associated with reduction of GHG emissions

Budget Detail

Year 1 Nu. 38,014,380

Year 2 Nu.27,985,620 Total approved budget Nu. 66,000,000

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5. Department of Forests and Park Services

5.1 Participatory Forest Management Project (PFMP III)

Name of the Project: Participatory Forest Management Project (PFMP III)

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Social Forestry & Extension Division Mr. Chencho Norbu, (Project Director) (SFED), DoFPS / Dzongkhag Forestry Director General, DoFPS Sectors and CFMGs/NWFP Groups Ministry of Agriculture & Forests, Thimphu Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-321185 Fax: 02-322395

Mr. Gyeltshen Dukpa (Project Manager) SFED/DoFPS Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-323138 Fax: 02-328394

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/09: Sustainable Management State Forests Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management Linkage to NKRA Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH Socio-economic Development, Conservation of Environment & pillars Good Governance Geographic coverage Nation wide Type of Project National Total budget CHF 2.00 million Budget in Nu. 116 M (approx) Funds secured CHF 2.00 million Funding Source Swiss Agency for Development & Cooperation (SDC) RGoB‟s contribution PMU operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration August 2013-June 2016 Project Status On-going

Project Goal/Objectives

Goal: Community-based forestry contributes to livelihoods improvement, sustainable forest management and democratic governance.

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Project Components

 Develop market systems for timber and selected NWFPs following an M4P approach and create future forest-based livelihood opportunities for resource poor groups;  Continue to build awareness on good governance and gender equality and to promote pro-poor measures;  Promotion of collaboration amongst groups in networks;  Contribute to the revision of relevant policies and inform policy development and CF and NWFP practice with results from analyses;  Capacity development of community groups members to sustainably manage their resources and harvest and market forest produce, of executive committee members to manage their groups and of foresters and other stakeholders to support community-based forestry.

Expected Output

Outcome 1: Community forestry provides increasing benefits and income for groups from the sustainable management of forests, harvesting and marketing of forest produce.

Outcome 2: The governance of CFMGs is strengthened and gender sensitive Outcome3: CFMGs collaborate in networks to learn from each other, advocate for improvements and achieve common market access. Outcome 4: A conducive policy and institutional framework enables CFMGs to efficiently manage their forest resources and generate benefits.

Budget Detail

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Total Phase Share (%)

SFED HSI SFED HSI SFED HSI SFED HSI Outcome 1 98'000 114'753 105'000 92'853 105'000 51'753 308'000 259'360 29% Outcome 2 55'850 52'025 55'850 22'755 38'000 64'910 149'700 139'690 15% Outcome 3 74'790 64'225 78'790 91'943 76'790 86'842 230'370 243'010 24% Outcome 4 89'310 86'650 74'460 97'910 75'160 18'300 238'930 202'860 22% Operational 6'000 49'180 6'000 55'180 6'000 57'180 18'000 161'540 9% and Mgnt Internal MTR 25'140 25'140 1% Total 323'950 366'833 320'100 385'782 300'950 278'985 945'000 1'031'600 100% Total per yr 690'783 705'882 579'935 1'976'600 and phase

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5.2 Compensatory afforestration along Mangdechu

Name of the Project: Compensatory afforestration along Mangdechu

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Dzongkhag Forestry, Trongsa Mr. Ugyen Tenzin, Dz Forest Officer, Zhemgang Forest Division, Zhemgang Trongsa Email: [email protected] Tel:+975-02-17264127Fax;03-521231

Mr. Ugyen Tenzin, CFO, Zhemgang Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-17117733 Fax:03-741221

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/09: Sustainable Management State Forests Program Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management Linkage to NKRA Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH Conservation of Environment pillars Geographic coverage Trongsa and Zhemgang Dzongkhags Type of Project Total budget Nu. 22.90 Million Budget in Nu. Nu. 22.90 Million Funds secured Nu. 22.90 Million Funding Source Mangdechu Hydroelectric Project Authority (MHPA) RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration 5 Years (2013-2018) Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

To improve Environment and Landscape condition, maintain and conserve watershed for clean and continuous water flow for Hydropower Generation; and in ensuring sustainability of natural resources in the upper catchments.

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Project Impact

 Compensate the loss of forests due to various activities in fragile hill slope  Protect and rehabilitate degraded and denuded areas in the vicinity of MHPA  Create awareness at the community level on the importance of environment

Project Components

 Seedling production and plantation creation  Establishment of plantation in approved Community Forests  Water source protection  Capacity/Awareness building of local communities

Expected Output

 90 Ha of plantation created by Zhemgang forest division  60 Ha Plantation in Community Forests on cost sharing by Trongsa Dzongkhag forestry sector.  80,000 seedling produced annually by division and dzongkhag  Farmers trained on Soil Conservation work and awareness built  Water catchments within MHPA area improved

Budget Detail

Financial details Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Total 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 1.Zhemgang Forest 2.05 2.45 2.85 3.25 3.00 13.60 Division 2.Trongsa Dzongkhag 1.58 1.57 2.06 2.05 2.04 9.30 Forestry Sector Total 3.63 4.02 4.91 5.30 5.04 22.90

5.3 Conservation and Sustainable Management of Mangdechu Watershed

Name of the Project: Conservation and Sustainable e Management of Mangdechu Watershed

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Watershed Management Division DoFPS Dr. Pema Wangda, CFO, WMD and Department of Forest & Park Services Zhemgang Forest Division, Zhemgang Email: [email protected] Tel:+975-02-323539 Fax: 02-321462

Mr. Ugyen Tenzin, CFO, Zhemgang

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Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-17117733 Fax:03-741221

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/11: Integrated Watershed Management Program Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management Linkage to NKRA Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH Conservation of Environment pillars Geographic coverage The Project covers all the Mangdechu catchment areas of two Dzongkhags: Trongsa Dzongkhag (all Gewogs) and Zhemgang Dzongkhag (Nangkor and Trong Gewog) Type of Project Central Program Total budget Nu. 37.169 Million Budget in Nu. Nu. 37.169 Million Funds secured Nu. 37.169 Million Funding Source Mangdechu Hydroelectric Project Authority (MHPA) RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Nil Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014 – June 2017 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

1. Conservation and sustainable management of watershed, 2. Conservation of bio-diversity of Mangdechu basin, 3. Enhancing livelihood through sustainable livelihood interventions.

Project Impact

Watershed management is multi-disciplinary task and has multiple benefits. While it is vital to manage the upstream catchments with good vegetation coverage to minimize downstream consequences, it is imperative to limit human activities and developments in order to avoid increased sediments that affect regulated water supply to Hydropower plants.

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will learn to appreciate environment and support conservations of forests and watersheds. Combat soil erosion and landslips in the affected areas by means of plantation and land management. Create awareness at the community level on the importance of environment, Enhanced professional capacity through workshops, consultative meetings and capacity development for field staff and local communities in nursery and plantation management. Initiate the PES Program for the conservation and local activities in upper catchment areas.

Project Components

I. Conservation and sustainable management of Mangdechu watershed  Assessment and classifications of watersheds under Mangdechu basin,  management of forests areas outside FMU systems through scientific planning and monitoring,  monitoring and evaluation of FMU’s,  enhancing capacity for forest fire control and management,  basic safety and fire fighting training,  formation of community-based forest fire management group,

II. Conservation of Bio-diversity and mitigation of HWC  Formation of Gewog Environmental conservation  Conservation of White-bellied Heron Habitat

III. Enhancing local livelihood through nature Eco-system Services  Establishment of Botanical Garden and Orchidarium at Bermoo (Pirchen)

Expected Output

1. Conditions of watershed in Mangdechu basin assessed and classified, 2. Forest resources in Mangdechu basin conserved and sustainably managed, 3. Awareness on forest fire and its impacts enhanced, 4. Community members trained in fund management and crop and livestock insurance scheme operationalized, 5. GECC established and functional, 6. Populations of the WBH estimated and their habitat conserved, 7. Botanical garden and recreational areas for public enjoyments and education and conservation of wild flora created,

5.4 Strengthening the Role of Communities in Climate Change Mitigation

Name of the Project: Strengthening the Role of Communities in Climate Change Mitigation through Participatory Forest Management in Bhutan

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Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Social Forestry and Extension Division Mr. Gyeltshen Dukpa (Project Manager) Dzongkhag Forestry Sector SFED/DoFPS Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-323138 Fax: 02-328394

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/09: Sustainable Management State Forests Program Programme Linkage to SKRA Conservation & Sustainable Utilization and Management of Environment Linkage to NKRA Sustainable utilization and management of natural resources and Carbon neutral/Green & Climate resilient development Relevance to GNH Environment conservation and good governance pillars Geographic coverage Bumthang, Haa, Mongar, Samtse and Tsirang Type of Project Technical Cooperation Project Total budget USD 175,000 Budget in Nu. 10.85 M Funds secured USD 175,000 Funding Source FAO TCP RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Two years (starting August 2014) Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

Promote Community forestry that effectively contributes to climate change mitigation

Project Impact

The project will contribute to better management of forest resources leading to enhanced forest carbon stocks and livelihood sustainability

Project Components

Capacity Building and awareness to the forestry staff and communities & Develop Monitoring plans

Expected Output

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 5 Community Forest Managers and 75 DoFPS personnel trained in sustainable forest management, REDD+, climate change and participatory forest monitoring  Community-level capacity on REDD+/SFM built and community forest management and monitoring plans developed for 5 CF groups

Budget Detail

Approximately USD 20,000 spent till Dec 2014 on inception workshop, stakeholder meeting and study tour.

5.5 Punatsangchu Afforestation Project

Name of the Project: Punatsangchu Afforestation project

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Tsirang Forest Division Mr. Sithar Dorji, CFO, Tsirang Forest Division, Tsirang, DoFPS Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-06-471424 Fax: 06-471638 Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/09: Sustainable Management State Forests Program Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management Linkage to NKRA Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH Conservation of Environment pillars Geographic coverage Dagana & Tsirang Dzongkhags; Dagana & Tsirang Territorial Divisions Type of Project Central Program Total budget Nu. 51.300 Million Budget in Nu. Nu. 51.300 Million Funds secured Nu. 51.300 Million Funding Source Punatshanchu Hydroelectric Project Authority (PHPA I&II) RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration 4 Years (2014-2017) Project Status Ongoing

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Project Goal/Objectives

To improve, maintain and conserve water catchment and in ensuring sustainability of natural resources.

Project Impact

 Rehabilitate degraded and denuded forest areas  To compensate the loss of forests due to various activities in project area

Project Components

 Establishment of plantations in degraded and disturbed project areas.  Water Source Protection  Seedling production  Capacity/Awareness building of local communities

Expected Output

- 460 Ha of water source protection plantations created - Annual plantation maintenance - 40,000 seedling produced annually - Local communities trained on soil conservation work and awareness build.

Budget Detail

Financial details Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Total PHPA I second phase 2014 2015 2016 2017 1.Tsirang Forest Division 3.4 4.466 5.466 7.068 20.400 (Dagana Range) 2.Tsirang Forest Division (HQ) 0.100 0.475 0.475 0.100 1.150 Total 3.500 4.941 5.941 7.168 21.550

Financial details Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Total PHPA II 2014 2015 2016 2017 1.Tsirang Division (Tsirang 4.00 5.266 6.466 8.268 24.00 range) 2.Wangdue Division(Wangdue 0.700 1.400 1.150 1.350 4.600 Range) 3.Divisional HQTsirang 0.100 0.475 0.475 0.100 1.150 Total 4.800 7.141 8.091 9.718 29.750

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5.6 National Forest Inventory

Name of the Project: National Forest Inventory (NFI) Data collection from western region

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Department of Forest and Park Services Mr. Lobzang Dorji, CFO, FRMD (FRMD) Thimphu, DoFPS Tel: +975-02-323138

Ms. Kezang Yangden & Mr.Younten Phuntsho, Sr. FO FRMD

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/09: Sustainable Management State Forests Program Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhanced sustainable forest, land, water and Biodiversity resources management Linkage to NKRA Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH Conservation of Environment pillars Geographic coverage Six Dzongkhags in the western region namely; Haa, Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Gasa and Wangdue Phodrang. Type of Project Central Program Total budget Nu.14.915 million Budget in Nu. Nu.14.915 million Funds secured Nu.14.915 million Funding Source Bhutan Trust Fund for Environmental Conservation (BTFEC) RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Grant Aid Project duration 3 years (January 2013-December, 2015) Project Status On-going

Project Objectives

Collect data on forest resources from six dzongkhags in the western region

Project Impact

Contribute to Sustainable Management of Forests

Project Components

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Data collection from systematically laid sample plots

Expected Output

NFI data from six Dzongkhags in the western region collected

5.7 Aquatic Biodiversity Assessment in Mangdechu

Name of the Project: Aquatic biodiversity assessment in Mangdechu, Trongsa

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Mr. Ngawang Norbu, Director UWICE Bumthang UWICE, Bumthang Email: [email protected] Tel: 975-03-631926 Fax: 03-631926

Mr. Dawa Yoezen, Research Officer UWICE Bumthang Email: [email protected] Tel: 975-03-631926 Fax: 03-631926

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/11: Integrated Watershed Management Program Programme Linkage to SKRA Water Resource management

Linkage to NKRA Water Security Relevance to GNH Conservation of Environment. pillars Geographic coverage Mangdechu river Stretch from Bji zam (Trongsa) to Tingtibi ( Zhemgang) Type of Project Research, central program Total budget Nu. 0.8m Budget in Nu. 0.8m Funds secured Nu. 0.8m Funding Source MHPA RGoB‟s contribution NIL Other source NIL Funding Type Grant Project duration 3 years (2013-2015) Project Status Second phase of assessment is under implementation

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Project Goal/Objectives

1. Assess the aquatic diversity and develop a database on aquatic ecosystem diversity on Mangdechu River 2. Build a repository of specimens at the institute for educational use and future reference 3. Establish a long term permanent plot to monitor change sin species composition and before and after the establishment of hydropower plant. 4. Prepare information booklet on Macro-invertebrates and fishes of Mangdechu

Project Impact

Study and documentation of diversity of fishes and macro-invertebrates to monitor impacts of hydropower damming on health of river ecosystem

Project Components

Aquatic biodiversity assessment, Water quality Assessment.

Expected Output

 Understand the baseline aquatic diversity of Mangdechu River  Establish baseline for future references and studies  initiate long term monitoring of aquatic diversity of Mangdechu basin  Add to national database of Aquatic diversity of Bhutan

Budget Detail

Total Fund Fund Budget in Remarks Approved Disbursement Nu.(million)

Nu. 800,000 1st 0.4 Fund received and audited. The first disbursement assessment conducted and preliminary report submitted to executing agency (GNHC) and Funding agency (MHPA). 2nd 0.3 Fund released. The 2nd phase of assessment disbursement is scheduled in month of February, 2015. 3rd 0.1 Fund will be released upon submission of Disbursement 2nd assessment in June for final production of study report.

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5.8 Community water scarcity and climate change vulnerability in Kurichhu

Name of the Project: Community water scarcity and climate change vulnerability and adaptation assessment in Kurichhu Watershed

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Mr. Ngawang Norbu, Director UWICE, Bumthang UWICE Bumthang Email: [email protected] Tel: 975-03-631926 Fax: 03-631926 Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/11: Integrated watershed Management Program Programme Linkage to SKRA Water Resource management

Linkage to NKRA Water Security Relevance to GNH Sustainable use of natural resources and community livelihood pillars Geographic coverage Lhuntse, Mongar, Type of Project Research, support from GCCA project Total budget Nu. 2.6m Budget in Nu. 2.6m Funds secured Nu. 2.6m Funding Source GCCA RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration 1 year Project Status ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives:

 To assess water scarcity and water use pattern  Community climate change Vulnerability and adaptation capacity assessment

Project Impact:

Improve community livelihood through ensuring reliable water sources

Project Components:

Community livelihood, water resources management

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Expected Output

 Water availability and water use pattern evaluated  Community vulnerability to climate change and adaptive capacity assessed.  Impacts of climate change on water resources assessed and adaptation measures recommended

Budget Detail

This component of the GCCA project under Department of Forests and Park Services is to be implemented by UWICE. These activities are scheduled to be completed in the 2014-2015 financial year but the approved budget is not yet released by funder. The total budget approved is Nu 2.6m

Sub activities Budget Water scarcity survey in Kengkhar 1.3 m Gewog,Mongar and Lhuntse Community climate change vulnerability and 1.3 m adaptation capacity assessment in those areas Total 2.6 m

5.9 Conservation of the Northern protected area complex (NPAC) in Bhutan

Name of the Project: Conservation of the Northern protected area complex (NPAC) in Bhutan

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Jigme Dorji National Park Mr. Lhendup Tharchen, CFO Department of Forest & Park Services JDNP, Damji, Gasa Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-16288304

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/10: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Programme Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Carbon neutral/ Green & climate resilient development  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Jigme Dorji National Park

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Type of Project Central Program Total budget Nu. 17.245 million Budget in Nu. Nu. 17.245 million Funds secured Nu. 17.245 million Funding Source WWF Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Jan 2012-June 2015 Project Status On-going

Project Goal

By the year 2020, the Northern Protected Area Complex is effectively managed to ensure a sustainable derivation of key ecological services by the people of Bhutan through effective conservation of natural and cultural resources in the complex.

Project Objective

a. Strengthen the management of natural resources by zoning the park into various management zones that are duly acknowledged and respected by the park residents and policy makers of the country b. Enlist the support of park residents towards conservation activities and inculcate in them a strong stewardship of natural resources through various participatory approaches c. Revitalize the institutional capacity of Jigme Dorji National Park d. Develop strategies to mitigate and adapt to the impending impacts of global climate change by initiating long-term monitoring of wildlife populations and habitats, tree line, glacier retreats, and stream flows.

Expected Output

1. JDNP has maintained and improved resilience against climate change and anthropogenic pressure 2. Possibilities for PES to protect the natural resources in JDNP are strengthened 3. The long-term monitoring program of the Snow leopard and Tiger is in place for JDNP while agro-pastoralists' vulnerability to human-wildlife conflict (HWC) in parks and buffer zones is reduced 4. The important cultural, historical, and religious sites at JDNP and BWS are known and protected and included in sustainable and responsible tourism when possible 5. Sustainable socio-economic well-being of communities in JDNP and BWS is enhanced

Budget Detail

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Amount in millions of Ngultrum S/n Activities Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 1 Carry out climate integrated management zoning of JDNP and 3.250 2.700 0.200 design appropriate participatory management options and enforced land-use regulations 2 Establish permanent biodiversity monitoring plots in the core 0.550 and multiple use zones of the park 3 Establish systems to monitor regimes in rivers, glaciers, and 0.660 streams 4 Management of alpine meadows and pastures 0.400 0.600 5 Establish community-based natural resources management 0.650 0.250 0.250 groups 6 Establish community-based livestock insurance program 1.430 0.600 1.500 7 Strengthen the management of Jigme Dorji National Park 0.550 1.100 0.250 8 Inventory and restoration of cultural areas in the park 0.050 1.250 9 Initiate community-based waste management 0.250 0.250 10 Provide incentives to park residents for their conservation 0.505 efforts through Payment of Ecosystem Service TOTAL 5.880 5.900 5.465 GRAND TOTAL 17.245

5.10 Strengthening Resource Monitoring, Patrolling and Service Delivery of JDNP

Name of the Project: Strengthening Resource Monitoring, Patrolling and Service Delivery of Jigme Dorji National Park.

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Jigme Dorji National Park Mr. Lhendup Tharchen, CFO Department of Forest & Park Services JDNP, Damji, Gasa Email: [email protected] Contact: +975-16288304

Mr. Sangay Norbu (Project Manager) JDNP, Damji Gasa Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-17290497/17366766

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/10: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Programme Conservation of Biodiversity

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Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance effectiveness & efficiency RNR service delivery Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Carbon neutral/ Green & climate resilient development Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Jigme Dorji National Park Type of Project National Total budget Nu. 15.21 m Budget in Nu. 15.21m Funds secured Nu. 15.21 m Funding Source BTFEC Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Jan 2014 – Dec 2016 Project Status On-going

Project Goal

Enhance the management effectiveness of Jigme Dorji National Park in reducing the incidences of wildlife poaching and illegal collection of resources. The project is expected to achieve: a) dramatic decrease in the incidences of wildlife poaching and illegal resource collection; b) adequate patrolling stations and information networking system established in the park; c) SMART Patrolling system introduced; and d) the root cause of wildlife poaching in the park studied.

Project Objective

1. Dramatically reduce the incidences of wildlife poaching and illegal resource collection in the park 2. Introduce SMART patrolling system in the park with emphasis on systematic data collection and reporting 3. Establish adequate patrolling and field offices

Expected Output

1. Incidences of wildlife poaching and illegal collection of timber significantly reduced in the areas currently administered by DFOs. 2. Adequate patrolling stations and field offices built in the park for effective patrolling 3. Systematic patrolling, field data collection, and field reporting introduced in the park. 4. Adequate communication facilities installed.

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Budget Detail

Unit Budget (million Nu.) Cost Nu. Y1 Y2 Y3 1. Incidences of wildlife poaching significantly reduced in areas inside JDNP currently administered by DFOs 1.1. Construction of a Park Range Office at Neptengkha, 5 million 5 Chubu Geog, Punakha 1.2. Conservation awareness and public consultation with 50,000 0.1 the people and geog administrations of Chubu and Tewang Geogs 2. Adequate patrolling stations and field offices built in the park 2. Construction of a park range office at Laya 5 million 5 3. SMART Patrolling introduced in the park 3.1. Training of park staffs on SMART Patrolling in 100,000 2 2 Thailand 3.2. Procurement of laptops for the section heads and park 40,000 0.2 range offices 3.3. Procurement of GPS and GIS software 15,000 0.09 4. Information networking and adequate communication facilities established 4.1. Installation of a broadband internet facility at the park 500,000 0.5 HQ 4.2. Procurement of handsets 30,000 0.18 5. Root cause of wildlife poaching in the park studied Questionnaire survey on the root cause of wildlife 10,000 0.07 0.07 poaching in the park Sub- TOTAL 8.14 7.07 GRAND TOTAL 15.21

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5.11 Sustainable Management of Resources inside Jigme Dorji National Park

Name of the Project: Sustainable Management of Resources inside Jigme Dorji National Park through integrated participations of Communities and other key stakeholders.

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Jigme Dorji National Park Mr. Lhendup Tharchen, CFO Department of Forest & Park Services JDNP, Damji, Gasa Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-16288304

Mr. Sangay Norbu (Project Manager) JDNP, Damji Gasa Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-17290497/17366766

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/08: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Programme Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance effectiveness & efficiency RNR service delivery Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Carbon neutral/ Green & climate resilient development Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Jigme Dorji National Park Type of Project National Total budget Nu. 14.99 m Budget in Nu. 14.99 m Funds secured Nu. 14.99 m Funding Source BTFEC Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Jan 2014 – Dec 2016 Project Status On-going

Project Goal

Enhance sustainable management of natural resources inside the park through the active engagement and integrated participation of communities and key stakeholders.

Project Objective

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1. Reduce incidences of yak depredation by wild predators and increase the tolerance of yak herders towards engendered predators such as snow leopard and wild dogs 2. Reduce dependencies of yak herders on fuel wood and increase reliance on alternative sources of fuel thereby reducing the reliance on natural resources. 3. Raise the awareness of yak herders on the benefits of protected area management 4. Enhance income of the highland communities through ecotourism activities and sale of local products. 5. Actively engage the yak herders in the sustainable management of natural resources in the park

Expected Output

1. Livestock depredation reduced by 30% through livestock intensification programs (breeding bull supply) and improved herding practices. 2. Majority of the yak herders are aware of the conservation significance of wild predators, and hence there is reduced likelihood of vengeance killing of wild predators. 3. Fodder shortage is ameliorated by 60% through installation of fodder stations at strategic locations such as tourist campsites and lease of Government Reserved Forests for pasture development. Urea Molasses Mineral Blocks (UMMB) and feed block technology will be tested and handed over to the communities for adoption. 4. Alternative fuels and sources of energy such as bio-briquettes and solar energy are explored, tested, and adopted by yak herders to reduce dependency on trees and shrubs. 5. Proper system of garbage disposal and collection is instituted along the major trekking routes and community centers. 6. Majority of the upland communities are aware of the conservation benefits of JDNP and have developed stewardship of natural resources by actively participating in community- based conservation activities, such as Community Forestry, Private Forestry, Medicinal and Aromatic Plant User Groups, and Upland Lake Fisheries. 7. Upland communities are adequately incentivized from ecotourism activities and are provided with opportunities to process and sell high-end dairy products and local vegetables, and are encouraged in providing home stays. 8. Proper signage built and cultural and religious sites restored along the major trekking routes inside the park.

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Budget Detail

Unit cost Budget (in Million Nu.) Activities Nu Y1 Y2 Y3 1 Livestock depredation by wild predators reduced 1.1 Livestock intensification program 30,000 0.12 0.12 1.2 Improved yak herding practices through awareness and training 30,000 0 0.06 2 Yak herders aware of the value os wild predators and likelihood of vengeance killing of wild predators reduced 2.1 Environmental education of yak herders on conservation significance of 45,000 0.09 0.09 wild predators 2.2 Extension kits for the staff of Implementing agencies 10,000 0.75 2.3 Establishment of community based livestock insurance scheme 500,000 1 0.5 3 Fodder shortage is ameliorated 3.1 Establishment of fodder stations at tourist campsites and community 20,000 0.02 0.04 0.02 centers 3.2 Improving the community pasture land 25,000 0.25 0.25 4 Proper system of garbage disposal and collection instituted 4.1 Create awareness among the yak herders 75,000 0.15 0.15 4.2 Install garbage bins along the major trekking routes 30,000 0.45 0.45 4.3 Construction of waste collection house 100000 0.1 Monitoring of waste management 0.07 5 Alternative fuels and sources of energy explored, tested and adopted by yak herders 5.1 Training of uplanders on making of bio-briquettes/alternative 50,000 0.1 0.1 5.2 Supply of bio-briquette machine/alternative types 2,500 0.25 5.3 Supply of solar lighting, cooking and heating facilities 40,000 2 6 Upland communities are adequately incentivized from ecotourism activities 6.1 Installation of milk processing and dairy product diversification units 1,600,000 3.2 6.2 Production of local vegetables (green house sets and seeds) 100,000 0.2 0.2 0.2 6.3 Establishment of home stays in villages 50,000 0.15 0.15 0.15 6.4 Ex-country exposure visit to countries in the region 100,000 1 7 Upland communities aware of the conservation benefits of JDNP and have developed stewardship od natural resources 7.1 Strengthening and enhancement of medicinal plant collection groups 100,000 0.1 0.1 8 Proper sinage are installed and cultural and religious sites are restored along the major trekking routes 8.1 Installation of interpretive , informational and directional sinage along 100,000 0.1 0.1 0.1 the major trekking routes 8.2 Development of Park entry sinages 3,50,000 0.7

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8.3 Restoration of cultural sites along the major trekking routes 350000 0.35 0.35 Sub-TOTAL 8.48 2.79 3.01 TOTAL 14.28 million Contingency5% 0.714 million GRAND TOTAL 14.99 million

5.12 Development of sustainable community based eco-tourism in Kheng Dunmang

Name of the Project: Development of sustainable community based eco-tourism in Kheng Dunmang

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Zhemgang Forest Division Mr. Ugyen Tenzin, CFO, Zhemgang Department of Forest & Park Services Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-17117733 Fax:03-741221

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/08: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Programme Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growth Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Type of Project National Total budget Nu. 20.3 m Budget in Nu. 20.3 m Funds secured Funding Source BTFEC/TCP Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014 – June 2016 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goals/Objective

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The overall goal of the project is to promote community based sustainable natural ecotourism for improving the livelihoods of Kheng and consequently gain support on the protection and integrating of Bhutan’s unique culture and natural resources.

The objectives of the projects are:

1. To develop participatory sustainable tourism management plans for Kheng Duenmang Tshachu. 2. To develop and promote Duenmang trekking route for wildlife watching, birding, trekking by local and international tourist. 3. To develop Guest House, hot spring pond, camping ground, drinking water facilities, toilets and promote significant Duenmang Tshachu in benefits of several users across the country or worldwide. 4. To provide awareness on natural resources management, garbage management and cultural consciousness to local communities and sinages on the trekking route. 5. Development of hospitality and sinages on the trekking route. 6. To find out the historical roots, spiritual and medicinal significance of the Tshachu.

Expected Output

1. Short term Improved socio-economic conditions of the community through tourism related activities (camping sites, guest house, village programs, cultural programs, pottering, guiding, sale of textiles, farmland products, etc.)

2. Long term a. Participatory sustainable tourism management plans developed for Duenmang Tshachu trek (at least a representative will participate in the development of plans) and management by the communities. b. Have developed tourism infrastructure or the basic facilities such as eco-lodge, trekking routes, nature trail, animals and birding, camp sites, etc.. c. Hot spring pong, drinking water facilities, toilets, camp sites and guest house with kitchen developed at Duenmang Tshachu. d. Increase environment and culture awareness program covened for community and tourists. e. Develop micro and small enterprises for income generation and established tourism market linkages between your operators in Thimphu and Community Tourism Management Committee (CTMC).

Budget Detail

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1) Objective – 1 : Participatory sustainable tourism management plans developed for Dunmang Hot spring – 0.440M 2) Objective 2. To provide awareness on natural resources management, energy garbage management and cultural consciousness to local communities, tourist and their staff and introduce alternatives and to enhance the capacity of the villagers. – 0.550M 3) Objective – 3 Develop Dunmang Hot spring Trails and infrastructures such as Guest House, Toilet, Garbage clean drinking waters etc. and development of human resource through training of local guides, cook etc. – 10.100M 4) Project Management and other Administrative costs – 2.200M

5.13 Embracing interior zoning paradigm for scientific wildlife management in PNP

Name of the Project: Embracing interior zoning paradigm for scientific wildlife management in PNP

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Phrimsungla National Park (PNP) Mr. Ugyen Namgyel Department of Forest & Park Services Chief Forest Officer, PNP, Ura

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/08: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Programme Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Type of Project National Total budget Nu. 13.90 m Budget in Nu. 13.90 m Funds secured Nu. 13.9 m Funding Source BTFEC Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2015 – June 2017 Project Status Project signed in Jan 2015 and funds to be released soon to start

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Project Objective

Obj 1: To convene stakeholder consultation meeting, project review meeting, presentation of zonation report or Operational Management Plan for each zone. Obj 2: To better understand wildlife distribution, habitats and anthropogenic pressures on the park through empirical survey to deduce zonation. Obj 3: To demarcate different zones: core, multiple and buffer zones with iron pillar fixation and ultimately draw conservation management plan for each zone. Obj 4: To enhance mobility of the park management for effective monitoring and timely patrolling to curb the illegal activities in and around the park. Obj 5: To curb indiscriminate littering alone entire stretch of highway thereby constructing garbage bins at strategic locations for optimal use by commuters and park residents (local community and government institutions like schools, health and RNR Centers). Obj 6: To control random defecation by commuters thereby inducing toilet facilities at strategic locations along the stretch of highway that runs through the park. Obj 7: To create ideal situation for local people and commuters to learn, appreciate and change their attitude in respect of garbage management and protected area Obj 8: To build the capacity of staff presently working in the park in order to deliver effective service. Obj 9: To furnish and equip offices with basic amenities to facilitate implement the project activities and administration work

Project Impact

PNP zoned based on the scientific requirements as Core, multiple use and buffer zones with physical demarcation. The conservation operational plans of those zones drawn based on the zonation framework. Wildlife poaching and illegal collection of timber is dramatically decreased through intensive patrolling with available mobility. Adequate knowledge and skills on wildlife survey using cameras-traps and data analysis acquired by the park staff by undergoing the study visits and training.

Exemplary garbage management along the highway running through the park. The way signages , park information board and conservation messages placed along the highway in strategic locations enlightened people about cause-effect of indiscriminate waste disposal and therefore the significance of proper waste management to be pursued down the line.

Project Components

Comp 1: PNP interior zonation (Vore, multiple and Buffer zones)

Comp 2: Garbage Management along east-west national highway inside PNP

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Expected Output

The park is zoned (demarcated) into three different types of zones viz core, multiple and buffer zones; Operational plan for each zone has been produced.

Managed garbage properly along east-west national inside the park; Installed way signages and information board on management of garbages

5.14 National Tiger Survey

Name of the Project: National Tiger Survey

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Mr. Sonam Wangchuk, Chief, Wildlife Conservation Division WCD/DoFPS Thimphu Department of Forest & Park Services Mr. Sangay Dorji WCD/DoFPS Thimphu Email:[email protected] Tel: +975-02-325042

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/08: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Programme Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Whole Bhutan (all 22 divisions and parks) Type of Project National Total budget USD 116,428 Budget in Nu. 6.984 m Funds secured 6.984 m Funding Source WWF Other source World Bank (as reflected below) Funding Type Grant Project duration May 2014 – April 2015 Project Status ongoing

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Project Goal/Objective

Goal: To maintain a viable interconnected population of breeding tigers in Bhutan, a population that exist predominately on wild prey with minimal conflict between humans and tigers.

Objective:

1) Estimate tiger population size, density, and distribution in Bhutan; 2) Understand the habitat status of tigers in the country; 3) Document local people's perceptions and cultural values associated with tigers in the country; 4) To establish the database of mammalian predator and prey species in the country. 5) To determine tiger numbers and density in Bhutan

Expected Output

 By the end of this survey, we expect to have an accurate estimate of tiger population and density in the country.  We expect to establish a data base for mammalian species of Bhutan  The park and divisional forest staff trained on survey methods and handling of equipments.

Budget Detail

SN Category RATE UNIT # Units Cost (US Remar $) ks 1 Training of focal person on camera handling 9,850.00 L/sum 1 9850 In kind and survey protocol 2 Sign survey 4,200.00 L/sum 1 4200 Cash 3 Purchase of computer for data management 700 No. 22 15400 Cash 4 Purchase of camera traps and accessories 300.00 NO. 100 30000 Cash 5 Camera trapping 20,400.00 L/sum 1 20400 Cash 6 Monitoring 6,789.00 Trip 2 13578 Cash 7 Data management training L/sum 1 0 Cash 8 Hiring of intern for data entry 200 L/sum 20 4000 Cash 9 Report writing 1,000.00 L/sum 1 1000 10 Supply of Field Gear (sleeping bag, mat, 400 No. 30 12000 Kind ruck-sack, boot & rain gear). 11 Communication (Global Tiger Day): 5000 L/sum 1 day 5000 Cash Awareness to local communities and students 12 Supply of cap 5 L/sum 200 1000 Kind Total 116,428.00

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5.15 Revision of Management plan for Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary

Name of the Project: Revision of the Conservation Management Plan for Sakteng Wild-life Sanctuary, Phongmey, Trashigang

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Department of Forests & Park Services - Sakteng Mr. Sonam Tobgay Wildlife Sanctuary (SWS) Chief Forest Officer, SWS Department of Forest & Park Services Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-17117737

Project Goal/Objective

The overall goal of the project is to develop a concise, comprehensive and a contemporary Conservation Management Plan for Sakteng Wildlife Sanctuary. The plan shall be the baseline data for the future management of biodiversity and balance the conservation issues with the development needs of the communities based on the lessons learnt. The survey shall list the total number of flora and fauna species found in sanctuary area. Social survey results shall provide detailed conservation issues to be faced in the near future and provide a way forward for prescribing mitigation measures.

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/08: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Programme Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Type of Project National Total budget Nu. 9.00 m Budget in Nu. 9.00 m Funds secured Nu. 9.00 m Funding Source BTFEC Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014 – June 2016 Project Status ongoing

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Expected Output

1. Status of endangered flora and fauna (both terrestrial and aquatic) species evaluated for management 2. Capacity building of SWS staff 3. Conduct Socio-economic survey and Participatory Rural Appraisal 4. Field equipments & institutional support 5. Development of Conservation Management Plan for SWS

Budget Detail

Program/Activity Amount

Development of survey protocol & identification of survey plots 45,000 Field data collection on status of flora and fauna 2,394,400 SWS staff capacity building in the field of protected areas management, 2,155,600 biodiversity survey and data analysis Socio-economic survey & PRA 410,000 Field equipments & institutional support 3,670,000 Writing of Conservation Management Plan for SWS and distribution to 325,000 different stakeholders Total 9,000,000

5.16 Payment for Environment Services and REDD+

Name of the Project: Integrating Payment for Environmental Services and REDD+ in BHUTAN: Market-based solutions for climate change mitigation and adaptation

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Watershed Management Division(WMD) Dr. Pema Wangda, Chief Forest Officer, Department of Forests and Park Services WMD, Thimphu Thimphu Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-323568

Mr. Jamyang Phuntshok & Kaka WMD/DoFPS Thimphu

Project Parameters

 MoAF/10: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Linkage to RNR Sector Conservation of Biodiversity Programme  MoAF/11: Integrated Watershed Management Program  MoAF/15: Biodiversity Conservation and sustainable

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utilization Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Integrated water utilization and management  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved  Carbon neutral/ Green & climate resilient development Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars  Conservation of Environment  Good Governance Geographic coverage PES framework and field guide (national) PES schemes (site specific: based on potential) Type of Project Central Programme Total budget US$ 504,323 Budget in Nu. Nu. 31.596 million Funds secured Yes Funding Source Blue Moon Fund and BTFEC RGoB‟s contribution US$ 53,007 Other source SNV Funding Type Grant Project duration Jul2 2013 – June 2016 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal

The overall goal of the project is to develop, and operationalize PES demonstration models that would contribute to the development of an informed PES (policy) framework, which is fully integrated with REDD+.

Project Impact

1. National PES framework is developed and is informed by experiences generated from demonstration pilots developed and integrated into national REDD+ strategy development under the REDD+ technical working group (TWG)

2. Participatory PES models, incorporating REDD+-compliant benefit distribution systems (BDS) and participatory forest monitoring (PFM) mechanisms explored, designed and implemented at three sites

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3. National and local capacities of government, private sector, and communities for PES and REDD+ fostered through development and application of training materials for key elements of PES/REDD+ schemes

Project Components:

The project has three key components: i) Development of National PES framework in line with the emerging REDD+ policy framework; ii) Exploring, designing and implementation of PES schemes at three sites with relevant BDS and PFM modalities; iii) Capacity building of the stakeholders at various levels.

Expected Output

i) Development of National PES framework in line with the emerging REDD+ policy framework ii) Exploring, designing and implementation of PES schemes at three sites with relevant BDS and PFM modalities iii) Capacity building of the stakeholders at various levels

Budget Detail

1. Funding sought from BTFEC:US$215,900 2. Co-funding: Blue Moon Fund, US$ 202,716 3. Contribution from RGoB: US$ 53,007 4. SNV Contribution: US $ 32,700

5.17 BC-CAP

Name of the Project: Climate change adaptation potentials of forests in Bhutan – building human capacities and knowledge base - BC-CAP

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

RNR Research & Development Center Dr. Pema Wangda, Chief Forest Officer, Yusipang & Watershed Management Division, WMD, Thimphu Thimphu Email: [email protected] Department of Forest & Park Services Tel: +975-02-323568

Dr. Purna Bdr. Chhetri RNRDC Yusipang Email: [email protected]

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Tel: +975-02-17659516

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/08: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Programme Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Eastern, Central and Western region of the country Type of Project National Total budget Euro 1.1 million Budget in Nu. 91 million Funds secured Euro 1.1 million Funding Source Austria (University of Natural Resource and Life Science – BOKU) Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2013 – Nov 2016 Project Status ongoing

Project Objective

In collaboration with the RNR RDC Yusipang and the Watershed Management Division (the national agency responsible for issues of climate change in forests) of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forests, the project will:

1. Characterize stress tolerances and climate change adaptation and mitigation potentials of main forest types in Bhutan; 2. Develop susceptibility models for climate change relevant biotic disturbance agents and fire; 3. Develop restoration strategies for increasing carbon stocks and combating species losses on degraded lands; 4. Educate Bhutanese experts in climate change adaptation measures in forestry and REDD+ opportunities through in-country courses and workshops as well as through formal academic education through the mountain forestry master course and doctoral studies at BOKU; 5. Form and train a national expert group on adaptation measures to climate change 6. (6) Train Bhutanese forest scientists, Government officials and other relevant stakeholders in effective dissemination and uptake of scientific knowledge in the field of climate sensitive forestry and – land use.

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Expected Output

 Drought stress tolerances of forest types and main tree species are characterized  Susceptibility models for climate change relevant biotic disturbance agents and fire are developed  Restoration strategies for increasing carbon stocks and combating species losses on degraded lands are developed in a participatory way  Bhutanese experts in climate change adaptation measures in forestry are trained through the mountain forestry master course and doctoral studies at BOKU. REDD+ opportunities are developed through in-country courses and workshops  A national expert group on adaptation measures to climate change is formed and trained

Budget Detail

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Total Work package 1 1 Scholarship PhD (incl travel) 14340 14340 14340 43020 Staff costs: post doc: 33% / year 21087 21087 21087 63261 Instruments and consumables 20000 6000 0 26000 Travel costs 12044 5258 7520 24822 Work package 2 1 Scholarship PhD (incl travel) 14340 14340 14340 43020 Instruments and consumables 10000 2976 0 12976 Travel costs 2262 0 2262 4524 Work package 3 1 Scholarship PhD (incl travel) 14340 14340 14340 43020 Staff costs: post doc: 28% / year 17892 17892 17892 53676 Instruments and consumables 4000 0 0 4000 Travel costs 6547,6 4285,6 4285,6 15118,8 Work package 4 Staff costs: post doc: 56% / year 35784 35784 35784 107352 8 Scholarship master mountain forestry (incl. 53400 106800 53400 213600 Travel) Support of relevant thesis work of CNR 1760 1760 440 3960 students Work package 5 Workshops, trainings, conferences 5000 10000 5000 20000 Staff costs BFW (Jandl, Michel) 16800 16800 0 33600 BFW Sekretariat, N.N. 1633 1633 0 3265 Material costs 2000 2000 0 4000 Travel costs 4524 4524 0 9048 Work package 6 Staff costs, Kleine, N.N. 17900 0 17900 35800

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Material costs 550 0 550 1100 SPDC Sekretariat, N.N. 1636 0 1636 3272 Travel costs 4524 0 4524 9048 Partner Institution, MOA 50000 50000 0 150000 5000 Project Management 50% 17200 17200 17200 51600 Sum 3495 63 347019 282501 979084 Reserve 5% 17478 17351 14125 48954 Sum incl. Reserve 367042 364370 296626 1028038 Overheads, 7% 25693 25506 20764 71963 Total funds requested 392735 389876 90 1100000 3173 Sum Percent Funds allocated to Bhutan directly (including stipends) 516620 47 Funds allocated to Bhutan via Austrian institutions 583380 53

5.18 Regional Wildlife Project

Name of the Project: Regional Wildlife Project

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Wildlife Conservation Division (WCD) Mr. Sonam Wangchuk Department of Forest & Park Services Chief of WCD Thimphu DoFPS, Thimphu

Mr. Sangay Dorji WCD/DoFPS Thimphu Email:[email protected] Tel: +975-02-325042

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/07: Sustainable Management State Forests Program Programme  MoAF/08: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Whole Bhutan

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Type of Project National Total budget USD 614,000 Budget in Nu. Nu. 36.84 m Funds secured USD 614,000 Funding Source World Bank Other source WWF-Bhutan (as reflected above) Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014 – June 2016 Project Status ongoing

Project Objective

 Revalidation of Tiger Population in the country  To determine tiger numbers and density in Bhutan

Project Activities

 Survey and Census (questionnaire and sign survey, and camera trapping)  Purchase of Survey equipments  Meeting and workshop  In-country training of survey team  Printing and publication of survey report

Expected Output

 By the end of this survey, we expect to have an accurate estimate of tiger population and density in the country.  We expect to establish a data base for mammalian species of Bhutan  The park and divisional forest staff trained on survey methods and handling of equipments.

5.19 Strengthening Regional Cooperation for Wildlife Protection in Asia Project

Name of the Project: Strengthening Regional Cooperation for Wildlife Protection in Asia Project

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Wildlife Conservation Division (WCD) Ms. Dechen Lham Department of Forest & Park Services Project Coordinator, PMU Thimphu WCD/DoFPS Thimphu Email:[email protected] Tel: +975-02-325042

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Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/07: Sustainable Management State Forests Program Programme  MoAF/08: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Type of Project National Total budget USD 2.25 million Budget in Nu. Nu. 135 m Funds secured USD 2.25 Funding Source World Bank Other source Funding Type Loan Project duration November 2011 – August 2016 Project Status Ongoing

Project Development Objective

To assist the participating governments of Bhutan and others to build or enhance shared capacity, institutions, knowledge and incentives to collaborate in tackling illegal wildlife trade and other selected regional conservation threats to habitats in border areas.

Project Objective

Under this umbrella project there are eight sub-projects with respective objectives. Specific objectives in general are as below: - to strengthen institutional capacity in addressing transboundary illegal wildlife trade; - to fill crucial knowledge and information gaps in addressing regional threats to wildlife conservation; - to support the conservation, protection and management of PAs and GRFs with regional conservation benefits; and - to support innovative pilot projects that would contribute towards more effective conservation at the national and regional levels.

Please find the sub-projects list and their respective objectives below:

Component Window Sub-project Implementing agency

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1 Sub- Institutional Strengthening in Forest Protection and component wildlife conservation and illegal Surveillance Unit 1 wildlife trace control 1 Sub- Staff capacity building and Forest Protection and component training toward regional Surveillance Unit and 2 collaboration Wildlife Conservation Division 2 1 Tiger revalidation survey of Carnivore Program, Wildlife Bhutan Conservation Division 2 1 Nationwide Snow Leopard Snow Leopard Conservation Survey Program, Wildlife Conservation Division 2 2 Regional Wildlife Rescue Centre Wildlife Rescue and establishment (Western and Rehabilitation Centre, Southern) Wildlife Conservation Division, RMNP 2 2 Piloting of community based Nature Recreation and ecotourism in Dramitse-Aja- Ecotourism Division Phuning eco-trial in Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary 2 2 Formulation of ecotourism Nature Recreation and activities covering different Ecotourism Division ecological regions of Bhutan 2 1 Human Wildlife Conflict Human Wildlife Conflict Management : Replicating Management Section, Innovative Pilot Projects Wildlife Conservation Division

Expected Output

1. Institutional Strengthening in wildlife conservation and illegal wildlife trace control

 Establishment of intelligence network  Upgrading the Bhutan Forest Enforcement Database (BhuFED) and its operation

2. Tiger revalidation survey of Bhutan

 Develop capacity of survey team member on presence-absence survey, camera trapping and data management,  To estimate the population size and density of tiger in Bhutan using capture- recapture modelling of the photo-capture data and  To set-up a data base of tiger and prey species for monitoring the tiger population and habitat status in the country. 3. Nationwide Snow Leopard Survey

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 To strengthen the capacity of survey team members on the Snow Leopard presence-absence survey, prey base survey, questionnaire survey, camera trapping survey and data management  To estimate the population size and density of Snow Leopards in Bhutan using capture-recapture modeling of the photo-capture data  To develop a database of Snow Leopard and its prey base for monitoring their population trend and habitat status in the country.

4. Human Wildlife Conflict Management : Replicating Innovative Pilot Projects  Reduce or prevent human-wildlife conflict and increased crop harvest through the installation of solar electric fencing by 30%  Establishing 17 new Gewog Environmental Conservation Committee in conflict hotspot areas.  Mapping the HWC hotspot (after the compilation and analysis of the data that will be updated in the refined Human Wildlife Conflict Management database).

5. Piloting of community based ecotourism in Dramitse-Aja-Phuning eco-trial in Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary  To promote the area as eco-tourist destination for trekkers through provision of basic infrastructural needs along the trail.  To build capacity of the community for sustainable management of ecotourism.  To enable communities to make alternative sources of income through ecotourism by promoting various schemes (pilgrims, vegetable, livestock, use of Yongphu air strip)  To make communities stewards towards conservation of biodiversity through environmental education awareness. 6. Formulation of ecotourism activities covering different ecological regions of Bhutan  Development of thematic tourism products -heritage, culture and nature with basic infrastructure  Conservation of natural, historical and cultural site of importance to local/national identity  Capacity building of the field staff and other stakeholders and local communities (local guides, cooks, product development) for community based tourism  Adaptive management of Community based tourism 7. Regional Wildlife Rescue Centre establishment (Western-Taba, Thimphu and Southern- Jigmeling, Gelephu)  a facility to provide humane, appropriate, and best achievable veterinary care and rehabilitation for wildlife patients with the goal of eventual release back to the wild;  provide immediate diagnostic facilities in the region;

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 to minimize the incidences of Human-Wildlife conflicts which would ultimately benefit both humans and animals;  serve as a centre to educate and create awareness on the wildlife rescue center and its general activities to students and public at large and also capacitate the staff’s knowledge and skills and efficient delivery of services.

Budget Detail

Sub projects Budget in USD

Institutional Strengthening 80,500 Tiger revalidation survey of Bhutan 514,852 Nationwide Snow Leopard Survey 74,500 Human Wildlife Conflict Management : Replicating Innovative Pilot 530,000 Projects Piloting of community based ecotourism in Dramitse-Aja-Phuning 290,400 eco-trial in Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary Formulation of ecotourism activities covering different ecological 154,017 regions of Bhutan Regional Wildlife Rescue Centre establishment (Western-Taba, 552,250 Thimphu and Southern-Jigmeling, Gelephu)- Total 2,196,519

5.20 Sustainable Financing for Biodiversity Conservation and Natural Resource Management (SFBCNRM)

Name of the Project: Sustainable Financing for Biodiversity Conservation and Natural Resource Management (SFBCNRM)

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Mr. Sonam Wangchuk Wildlife Conservation Division (WCD) Chief of WCD Department of Forest & Park Services DoFPS, Thimphu Thimphu Ms. Dechen Lham Project Coordinator, PCU WCD/DoFPS Thimphu Email:[email protected] Tel: +975-02-325042

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/07: Sustainable Management State Forests Program Programme  MoAF/08: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and

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Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Laya & Sephu Type of Project National Total budget USD 3.28 million Budget in Nu. Nu. 142.8 Funds secured USD 3.28 m$ Funding Source GEF 5, implemented by World Bank and nationally by BTFEC (component 1 fund of 0.8million $) Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2013 – December 2018 Project Status Ongoing

Project Objective

The Project development objective is to improve the operational effectiveness and institutional sustainability of the Bhutan Trust Fund for Environmental Conservation (BTFEC).

Project Components

Component 1 : Enhancing the operational effectiveness and sustainability of BTFEC Component 2: Improving conservation management of the high altitude northern areas (HANAS) landscape in Bhutan (including protected areas and associated methods, forest and agricultural systems). Component 3: Capacity building for mainstreaming of conservation and sustainable forest and natural resource management approaches in national policies, strategies and plans.

Under the component 2 there are nine sub-projects and each has specific objectives as below: 1. Integrated Community-based eco-tourism program in Khoma Gewog(Nu.14.5 m)

 Develop partnership between BWS and local communities in implementing effective conservation measures.  Capacities of project personals and committee members to efficiently manage community based eco-tourism program and conservation of natural resources  Developing tourism activities that lead to ecologically sound and economically viable for the development of the community.

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 Developing tourism activities that do not exploit the tradition and culture of the local community.  Developing tourism activities that educate the tourists/Pilgrimmer and increase their knowledge on historical and cultural sites, historical significance, BWS and its mandate in conserving the diversity of natural resource, waste management, flora and fauna of the valley.  Khoma, Khomakang, Denchung and Roelmateng through pottering, hospitality services, sale of crafts, guiding, cooking, camp site management, and home stay.  The most important objective is to increase number of visitors to the renowned historical Singye Dzong by providing attractive tour packages (infrastructures, hospitality, guidance, homely atmosphere) and memorable cultural trek.

2. Enhancing management efficiency of Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary (BWS) through integrated & participatory approach (Nu.14.84 m)  To develop partnership between BWS and local communities in implementing effective conservation measures.  To implement Capacity building of project personals and committee members to efficiently manage community based eco-tourism program and conservation of natural resources  To enhance conservation and protection of species through required infrastructure development.  To enhance conservation and species protection through improvement of transport and communication facilities.  To develop appropriate conservation compensation to local people for sacrificing their economic opportunities.

3. Sustainable management of resources inside Jigme Dorji National Park (JDNP) through integrated participation of communities and other key stakeholders(Nu.14.28 m)  Livestock depredation reduced by 30% through livestock intensification programs (breeding bull supply) and improved herding practices.  To make majority of the yak herders aware of the conservation significance of wild predators, and hence there is reduced likelihood of vengeance killing of wild predators.  Ameliorate fodder shortage by 60% through installation of fodder stations at strategic locations such as tourist campsites and lease of Government Reserved Forests for pasture development. Urea Molasses Mineral Blocks (UMMB) and feed block technology will be tested and handed over to the communities for adoption.  Explore and test alternative fuels and sources of energy such as bio-briquettes and solar energy and ensure it adopted by yak herders to reduce dependency on trees and shrubs.

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 Institute proper system of garbage disposal and collection along the major trekking routes and community centers.  Create awareness in majority of the upland communities on the conservation benefits of JDNP and have developed stewardship of natural resources by actively participating in community-based conservation activities, such as Community Forestry, Private Forestry, Medicinal and Aromatic Plant User Groups, and Upland Lake Fisheries.  Upland communities to be adequately incentivized from ecotourism activities and are provided with opportunities to process and sell high-end dairy products and local vegetables, and are encouraged in providing home stays.  Proper signage built and cultural and religious sites restored along the major trekking routes inside the park.

4. Strengthening resource monitoring, patrolling and service delivery of Jigme Dorji National Park (Nu.15 m)  Dramatically reduce the incidences of wildlife poaching and illegal resource collection in the park  Introduce SMART patrolling system in the park with emphasis on systematic data collection and reporting  Establish adequate patrolling and field offices

5. Enhance efficiency and initiate sustainability of Wangchuk Centennnial Park Management (Nu.15 m) Objective 1: Develop key infrastructure for functioning park Objective 2: Improved communication facilities Objective 3: Development of eco-tourism Objective 4: Alternative income generation forlocal communities to enhance conservation Objective 5: Human resources development and management Objective 6: Monitoring & Evaluation of the Project

6. Enhance park biodiversity database for informed decision making towards park community livelihood (Nu.14.29 m) Objective 1: Enhanced effectiveness of management through Zonation of WCP and reducing pressure on natural resources Objective 2: Research on big mammals/Birds and Yak breed improvement Objective 3: Short term trainings for forest staff and community to improve Research and Monitoring Skills Objective 4: Develop Database on orchids, mushroom diversity, Fish Diversity and butterflies Objective 5: Purchase of Research equipments/ Basic lab establishment

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Objective 6: Development and implementation of waste management plan for the communities within WCP Objective 7 : Climate Change Impact study in WCP Objective 8: Dissemination of Park information Education and Livestock Insurance Scheme Objective 9: Conduct project Monitoring, Reporting and Evaluation

7. Biodiversity conservation and sustainable use in high altitude northern areas landscapes of Bhutan (Nu.14.25 m) Programme objectives: Biodiversity management through innovative approaches to encourage people-centric conservation

8. Reviving degraded rangelands in the northern frontier through soil & land management technologies involving yak herding communities (Nu.15 m) Overall Objective:  Revive degraded rangeland through SLM technologies and enhance fodder availability through fodder dev. & conservation Specific Objectives  Documentation of rangeland areas, biomass & carrying capacity including seasonal migratory routes (GIS & RS)  Assessment of degraded rangeland areas and adopt appropriate SLM technologies and  Enhance fodder availability through development and conservation practices

9. Natural resource management in the highlands for sustainable livelihood (Laya & Sephu) (Nu.15 m)

Long term objective To protect the environment and fragile ecosystem of the Alpine region while securing the livelihood of the pastoralists through sustainable management of natural resources Immediate Objectives: 1. To build capacity of the community required for sustainable utilization of natural resources. 2. To conserve watershed area through replenishment and improvement of the rangeland, and by providing with alternative supplements, breeding stock 3. To promote green equipment, energy, schemes and responsible eco-tourism 4. To secure the livelihood of the stewards of alpine eco-system and biodiversity

Budget Detail

Sl # Sub-projects under component 2 Amount (Nu. In million)

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1 Integrated community-based eco-tourism program in Khoma Gewog 14.50 2 Enhancing management efficiency of Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary (BWS) 14.84 through integrated & participatory approach 3 Sustainable management of resources inside Jigme Dorji National Park (JDNP) 14.28 through integrated participation of communities and other key stakeholders 4 Strengthening resource monitoring, patrolling and service delivery of Jigme 15.00 Dorji National Park 5 Enhance efficiency and initiate sustainability of Wangchuk Centennnial Park 15.00 Management 6 Enhance park biodiversity database for informed decision making towards park 14.29 community livelihood 7 Biodiversity conservation and sustainable use in high altitude northern areas 14.25 landscapes of Bhutan 8 Reviving degraded rangelands in the northern frontier through soil & land 15.00 management technologies involving yak herding communities 9 Natural resource management in the highlands for sustainable livelihood (Laya 15.00 & Sephu) Total 132.16

5.21 Sustaining Ecosystems for Livelihoods: Eco-Life (TRAMCA)

Name of the Project: Sustaining Ecosystems for Livelihoods: Eco-Life

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Mr. Sonam Wangchuk Wildlife Conservation Division (WCD) Chief of WCD Watershed Management Division (WMD) DoFPS, Thimphu Phruemsengla National Park (PNP) Department of Forest & Park Services Ms. Tshering Zam Thimphu Project Coordinator, WCD/DoFPS Thimphu Email:[email protected] Tel: +975-02-325042

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/07: Sustainable Management State Forests Program Programme  MoAF/08: Sustainable Management of Forest Landscapes and Conservation of Biodiversity  MoAF/11: Integrated Watershed Management Program  MoAF/12: National Livestock Commodity Development Program Linkage to SKRA  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management

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 Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Integrated water utilization and management  Carbon neutral/ Green & climate resilient development  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Type of Project National

Total budget USD 886421.33 Budget in Nu. Nu. 53.19 million Funds secured USD 886421.33 m$ Funding Source WWF Bhutan Program Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014 – June 2016 Project Status Ongoing

Project Objective

Vision: By 2020, the biodiversity and viability of freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems in the eastern Himalayas are being maintained at optimal levels for providing environmental services for the development needs and well-being of its people.

Goal: By 2018, the ecosystems of the trans-boundary Chamkhar Chu Basin is ecologically connected, sustainably resourced and well managed.

Objective 1: By 2017, the 1.76 million ha of transboundary Chamkhar Chu basin landscape is protected under effective conservation system to provide ecosystem functions to the people.

Objective 2: By 2017, effective integrated management systems have been introduced to address the emerging pressures on Chamkharchu basin.

Objective 3:By 2017,80% of the 2 selected communities living within and along the Chamkhar chu sub-basin has adopted other means of livelihood and renewable energy technologies to sustain their lives with minimal dependence on natural resources.

Project Description/Components

This project will be looking at strengthening the management of the three PA’s of Bhutan under TraMCA ie, RMNP, KWS and PWS. Component 1

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 Component 1.1 : Ecosystem Management and Species Conservation  Component 1.2 : Developing Partnership for Managing Natural Capital  Component 1.3 : Communities-Sustainable Livelihoods:

Component 2 Developing Partnership for Managing Natural Capital

Component 3 Communities-Sustainable Livelihoods

Budget Detail

Project Budget Project Components Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Total

Component 1 : Ecosystems 9, 501,600 11,721,600 2,664,000 23,887,200 Management and Species Conservation Component 2. Developing Partnership 4,730,080.00 4,558,400 473,600 9,708,800 for managing Natural Capital Component 3 : Communities- 4,144,000 12,136,000 3,256,000 19,536,000 Sustainable Livelihoods TOTAL 18,375,680.00 28,416,000 6,393,600 53,185,280 TOTAL BUDGET(BTN) 53,185,280.00

5.22 Sustainable Rural Biomass Energy (SRBE)

Name of the Project: Sustainable Rural Biomass Energy

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Department of Renewable Energy (MoEA) Mr. Tashi Wangchuk, Department of Forests and Park Services SFED, DoFPS (MoAF) (SFED) Thimphu Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-323138

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/09: Sustainable Management State Forests Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources

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 Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved Relevance to GNH  Equitable and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development pillars  Environmental Conservation Geographic coverage Type of Project Inter Ministerial (MoEA and MoAF) Total budget USD 1,703000 out of which only 68,100 USD comes to MoAF Budget in Nu. 264.356m Funds secured 68,100 USD Funding Source UNDP/GEF/BTFEC/PEI Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2013 – June 2016 Project Status ongoing

Project Goal/Objective

Reduction of GHG emissions in the rural household and industrial sectors of Bhutan through integrated and sustainable biomass resource production and utilization, and promotion of sustainable biomass energy technologies in Bhutan using market based approaches. The objective of the projects are:

 Removal of barriers to sustainable utilization of available biomass resources in the country;  Application of biomass energy technologies that can support the economic and social development in the country’s rural sector

Project Components and outputs

 Component 1: Mainstreaming sustainable biomass energy production, conversion and utilization

. Output 1.1: Developed and implemented roadmap for the promotion of sustainable biomass production and utilization, using both community-based woodlots and non-fuel wood energy resources . Output 1.2: Established Biomass Energy Resource Information System (BERIS) for facilitating systematic collection, analysis and dissemination . Output 1.3: Modalities and details of participation of community-based organizations and grassroots institutions finalized and agreed . Output 1.4: Earmarked areas for sustainable forest wood energy production

 Component 2: Supporting innovative practices and market mechanisms for local sustainable biomass energy technology development and promotion . Output 2.1: Menu of appropriate & efficient technologies made available

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. Output 2.2: Fiscal incentives such as smart subsidies to enable market mechanisms introduced . Output 2.3: Operational locally produced energy efficient industrial stoves for income generating local enterprises and efficient BETs supported . Output 2.4: Locally produced 20,000 energy-efficient stoves in rural households and community-based institutions for space heating and cooking needs implemented and promoted for replication . Output 2.5: Implemented and operational BET Full Scale Models on: [1] Wood briquetting/ pelleting technology for the production of bioenergy fuels and [2] Biomass gasification for electricity services and thermal applications

 Component 3: Capacity building and knowledge management . Output 3.1: Established and operational Knowledge and Learning Platform for Bhutan from where documented project lessons and best practices are disseminated . Output 3.2: Rural development planners trained on integrated rural energy planning and biomass resource assessment . Output 3.3: Project developers and micro-entrepreneurs trained on different aspects of BETs . Output 3.4: Communities and institutions trained on the installation and maintenance of biomass gasifiers, biodigesters and energy-efficient cook stoves/ furnaces . Output 3.5: Completed specialized Training of 100 Trainers on community forestry and sustainable forest wood energy . Output 3.6: Completed site visits to successfully operated BET applications and study tours in countries with more developed RE Policies

Expected CP Outcome(s)

 Access to sustainable energy and livelihoods for remote Gewogs (sub-districts/blocks) improved . Adequate policies on renewable energy in place, strong institutional linkages established, and knowledge, awareness and capacities of stakeholders improved (policy makers, financiers, suppliers and end-users); . Effective and affordable renewable/alternative energy technologies for remote Gewogs supported through demonstration projects and private sector participation.

Budget Detail

Total allocated resources: USD 4,229,700

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 UNDP regular resources USD 200,000 o Other:Global Environment Facility (GEF) = USD 1,703,000 o Bhutan Trust Fund for Environmental Conservation (BTFEC) = USD 300,000 o Poverty-Environment Initiative (PEI) = USD 50,000

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6. Department of Agriculture Marketing and Cooperatives

6.1 Strengthening Agricultural Marketing & Trade

Name of the Project: Strengthening Agricultural Marketing & Trade

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Department of Agriculture Marketing & Mr. Dawa Tshering, Dy. CMO, DAMC. Cooperatives (DAMC) Email:[email protected] Tel:+975-02-322909 Mr. Galey Tenzin, MO, DAMC. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 322909

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/10: Agriculture Marketing and Cooperative Programme Development Program Linkage to SKRA  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growth Linkage to NKRA  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars Geographic coverage Nation wide Type of Project Central Program Total budget INR 50.00 m Budget in Nu. 50.0 m Funds secured INR 50.00 m Funding Source GoI RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2013 – June 2018 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

To strengthen agricultural marketing infrastructural facilities and other supports system and enhance rural income through the establishment of marketing infrastructure

Project Impact

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Income and living standard of the farmers groups and cooperatives enhanced through improved competitiveness of small holder farmers through efficient supply chain system

Project Components

 Construction and strengthen Sales Counters, urban market sheds, cluster centers, cooperative shops and collection depots and supply of equipments and inputs

 Support to contact farming, PPP, FDI and commercial farming enterprises based on priorities of commodities and linking of  Facilitate the improved delivery of credit services through institution of Cooperative Development Fund  Linking of groups and cooperatives with markets both domestic and export

Expected Output

Income of farmers groups and cooperatives enhanced

Budget Detail

# Detailed Project Activities Yr Yr 2 Yr Yr 4 Yr TOT GoI RGoB 1 3 5 Contribution Co- (90%) financing (10%) 1 Establishment of Sales Counter 1 1 1 3 2.7 0.3 2 Construction of Urban Markets 7.5 7.5 7.2 22.2 19.98 2.22 3 Renovation of Existing sheds 1 0.9 0.1 4 Support to contact farming, PPP, 1 1.5 1.25 3.75 3.375 0.375 FDI and commercial farming enterprises based on priorities of commodities 5 Establishment of Cluster 1 1.4 2.4 2.16 0.24 Center/collection depots 6 Construction of roadside vendor 1.15 1.5 1.5 4.15 3.735 0.415 markets sheds 7 Purchase & supply of marketing, 1.5 2 2 2 1 8.5 7.65 0.85 processing and packaging materials 8 Operation of Co-operative Shop 1.0 1.0 2 1.8 0.2 9 Co-operative Development Fund 1 2 3 2.7 0.3 Total 50 45 5

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7. BAFRA

7.1 Market Access and Trade Facilitation Support

Name of the Project: Market Access and Trade Facilitation Support (through SMTQ) – Phase III

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Bhutan Agriculture & Food Regulatory Mr. Karma Dorji Authority (BAFRA) Director General, BAFRA Tel: +975-02-327031

Ms. Tashi Yangzom RQO (focal official) BAFRA

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/01: National Bio-security and Food Safety Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growth Linkage to NKRA  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Nation wide Type of Project Central Program Total budget Euro 85,000 Budget in Nu. 6.120 m Funds secured Euro 85,000 Funding Source UNIDO RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2013 – June 2016 Project Status ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

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 Prepare and publish regulations covering activities of those involved in producing, processing, preparing food in Bhutan for domestic use and exports, as well as for food importers.

 Augment food testing capacity of BAFRA (to assess residues, additives, pesticides and contaminants through procurement of equipment and training of operators for that equipment) and achieve accreditation of food testing lab of BAFRA with a full scope of testing

Budget Detail

PARTICULARS BUDGET Preparation of import and export regulations Euro 16000 Institutional visits to establish mutual recognition of standards, Euro 9000 requirements between concerned Governments ISO 22000 certification for 5 selected food establishments as per the Euro 11000 11th Five Year Plan of BAFRA. However, if the certification is to be done by Bhutan Standards Bureau, this amount would be re- appropriated to other activities Operationalization and instrumentation of testing equipment Euro 8000 Capacity building of analysts as indicated in Table 1 Euro 20000 Attachment of Food Chemist at NFTL for 3 months Euro 9000 Accreditation cost – Euro 12000

7.2 Strengthening of Bio-security System

Name of the Project: Strengthening of Bio-security System

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

BAFRA Dr. Chador Wangdi, Sr. Regulatory and Quarantine Officer, Project Component Manager Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-327031

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/01: National Bio-security and Food Safety Program Programme

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Linkage to SKRA  Accelerate RNR sector growth  Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustainable  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Entry points along the border & Lhamoizingkha Type of Project Central Program Total budget Nu. 60 m (including RGoB’s contribution) Budget in Nu. 60 m Funds secured Nu. 54 m from GoI Funding Source GoI RGoB‟s contribution Nu. 6 million Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014 – June 2018 Project Status ongoing

Project Objectives

Strengthen the institutional capacity of BAFRA to handle challenges posed by bio security threats and food safety issues for the country through:

 Equipment entry points with adequate animal quarantine infrastructure  Equipping animal quarantine stations with required disease screening and decontamination facilities.  Construction of bio-security offices in high risk areas  Making people aware of bio-security threats and food safety concerns

Project Scope

Top up budget for construction of multi-species quarantine station with basic laboratory facilities in Nganglam, Pemagatshel Construction of bio-security office in Phuentsholing, Chukha Top up budget for construction of a bio-security office in Lhamoizingkha Establishment of decontamination facilities in the existing quarantine stations HACCP Certification of food establishments Awareness and educational programme on Food Safety and Bio-security Development of a database Commodity Standard Development

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Budget Detail

Project Activity Amount (Nu. In million)

Construction of multi-species quarantine station in Nganglam, 9.4 Pemagatsel Construction of biosecurity office in Phuentsholing, Chukha 8.00 Construction of bio-security office in Lhamoizingkha 7.00 Establishment of decontamination facilities in the existing 20.80 quarantine stations Facilitate HACCP certification of selected food establishments 6.00 Awareness and educational programme on food safety and bio- 4.3 security Development of database 2.00 Commodity Standard Development 2.50 Total 60.00

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8. Council for RNR Research of Bhutan

8.1 Global Climate Change Alliance

Project Name: Global Climate Change Alliance - Climate Change Adaptation in the RNR Sector

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

DoA, DoL, DoFPS, DAMC, CoRRB, Dasho Namgay Wangchuk, Director General, BAFRA, CoRRB, MoAF Thimphu RDTC, ICS, NBC & PPD Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-322936

Mr. T.N. Acharya, Project Coordinator CoRRB, MoAF Thimphu Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-322936

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/02: RNR Research & Extension Services Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance food & nutrition security  Generate additional employment opportunities & increase mean annual rural HH cash income  Accelerate RNR sector growth through commercial farming & Agri, liv, forestry enterprises  Enhanced sustainable forest , land, water & bio-diversity resource mgt Linkage to NKRA  Self reliant and inclusive economy  A carbon neutral and climate resilient development  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Four Dzongkhags [Lhuentse, Mongar, Pemagatshel & Zhemgang], 44 Geogs with 16023 households

Type of Project Centrally executed with multiple implementing agencies Total budget Nu. 295.09 m Budget in Nu. 295.09 m Funds secured Nu. 295.09 m Funding Source European Union’s Global Climate Change Alliance RGoB‟s contribution Technical and operational cost

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Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Oct 2013-Sept 2019 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

Overall: Enhance resilience of Bhutan's rural households to the effects of climate change.

Specific: Ensure climate change readiness of the Renewable Natural Resources sector in Bhutan by mainstreaming climate change into the sector and ensuring steps are taken towards increasingly addressing climate change adaptation at multi-sectoral level.

Project Impact

The expected results of the CCAP are the development of a RNR-Sector Adaptation Plan of Action (SAPA), its mainstreaming into the 11thFive Year Plan and consequent implementation on the ground, as well as make the overall climate change policy and strategy of the Government, operational.

Project Components

Climate Change Components Vulnerability Thematic Area Promotion of Green Livestock Farming Practices Establishment of Efficient Irrigation Systems for Horticultural Cash Cropping Adoption of Sloping Land Management for Horticulture and Field Crops Agriculture and Production practices Food Security Increased Organic Agriculture Production Reduction of Post Harvest Crop Losses Adoption of Human-Wildlife Conflicts Mitigation Measures Increased Paddy Field Area under Efficient Irrigation Systems

Water Resources and Development of Watershed Management Plans critical watersheds of Energy Kurichu River Basin

Forestry and Afforestation and Reforestation in Barren and Degraded Lands Biodiversity Establish of National Forest Inventory (NFI) Database

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Climate Change Components Vulnerability Thematic Area On-Farm Conservation and Sustainable Utilization of Agro-Biodiversity Biodiversity Information through studies & baselines Coordination and Planning Services for CCA and Climate Smart Initiatives Strengthening of Regulatory and Quarantine System Governance, National Food Testing Laboratory (NFTL) made fully functional to Coordination, and Regulate Genetic Modified Organism (GMO) Support Services Gathering and Dissemination of Climate Change Information Coordination of Policy / Strategic Research and CC Impact/Adaptation works

Expected Output

Output 1: Green Livestock Farming Practices Promoted Output 2: Efficient Irrigation Systems for Horticultural Cash Cropping Established Output 3: Sloping Land Management for Horticulture and Field Crops Production practices adopted Output 4: Increased Organic Agriculture Production Output 5 Reduction of Post Harvest Crop Losses Output 6: Human-Wildlife Conflicts Mitigation Measures adopted Output 7: Increased Paddy Field Area under Efficient Irrigation Systems Output 8: Watershed Management Plans for Watersheds Developed in critical watersheds of Kurichu River Basin Output 9: Afforestation and Reforestation in Barren and Degraded Lands Output 10: National Forest Inventory (NFI) Database Established Output 11: Increased On-Farm Conservation and Sustainable Utilization of Agro-Biodiversity Output 12: Coordination and Planning Services for CCA Output 13: Enhanced Biodiversity Information through studies & baselines Output 14: Strengthened Regulatory and Quarantine System Output 15: National Food Testing Laboratory (NFTL) made fully functional to Regulate Genetic Modified Organism (GMO) Output 16: Gathering and Dissemination of Climate Change Information Output 17: Policy / Strategic Research Coordinated & Conducted (CC Impact/Adaptation) Output18: Climate Smart Initiatives Streamlined & Technologies Delivered

Budget Detail Total Budget

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Budget (in million

Euro)

Sector Budget Support 3.747 Technical Cooperation 0.30 Monitoring & Evaluation 0.30 Visibility 0.05 Total 4.397

Budget in Nu. (Agency-wise tentative allocation) Departments & Agencies Fund allocation (in Mil. Nu) Department of Agriculture 74.00 Department of Livestock 62.25 Department of Forests and park Services 66.8 Department of Agriculture Marketing & Cooperatives 15.44 Council of RNR Research 8.10 Bhutan Agriculture and Food Regulatory Authority 13.00 Information and Communication Services 5.00 National Biodiversity Center 15.00 Policy and Planning Division 1.50 Rural Development Training Center 3.00 Program Coordination Unit 31.00 Total 295.09

8.2 Vegetables Go to School

Name of the Project: Vegetables Go to School: Improving Nutrition through Vegetable Gardening

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Council for RNR Research of Bhutan with Dasho Namgay Wangchuk, Director General, 35 Schools, Department of School CoRRB, MoAF Thimphu Education, MoE Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-322936

Mr. B.B. Rai, Program Officer, CoRRB Project Coordinator

Project Parameters

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Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF 03: School Agriculture Programme Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance food and nutrition security

Linkage to NKRA  Self reliance and inclusive economy Relevance to GNH  Sustainable and equitable socio economic development pillars Geographic coverage 11 Dzongkhags, 35 Schools with 3150 students Type of Project Central Program Total budget USD 177000 for 3 years (2014-2016) Budget in Nu. Nu.10.900 Million Funds secured USD 177000 Funding Source AVRDC (Asian Vegetable Research Development Centre, World Vegetable Centre, Taiwan) RGoB‟s contribution Technical and Operational manpower Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014-June 2016 Project Status ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

To study the impact of vegetable gardening in Schools.

Project Impact

Improve health, nutrition and food security

Project Components

 Inputs supply  Human Resource Development  Data collection  Research

Expected Output

35 Schools covered with gardening programme and data collection

Budget Detail

2014- 65000 USD received

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2015- 90000 USD Proposed 2016- 72000 USD Balance

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9. National Bio-diversity Center

9.1 GEF Expedited enabling activity support to Bhutan

Name of the Project: GEF Expedited enabling activity support to Bhutan for the revision of the NBSAPs and development of fifth National report to the CBD

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

National Biodiversity Centre and Ms. Sangay Dema National Environment Commission Dy. Chief Biodiversity Officer, NBC Secretariat Email address: [email protected] Tel:+975-2-351417/351218 Fax:+975-2-351219

Mrs. Karma C. Nyedrup, NECS

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF 15: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Programme Utilization  MoAF 10: Sustainable Forests Landscapes and Conservation of Biodiversity Linkage to SKRA  Enhance conservation of plants and animal genetic resources and natural heritage sites Linkage to NKRA  Indigenous wisdom, arts and crafts promoted for rural livelihood Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Nation wide Type of Project Grant Total budget USD 220,000.00 Budget in Nu. 13.2 m Funds secured USD 220,000.00 Funding Source UNEP-GEF RGoB‟s contribution PMU Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration April 2012 to June 2016 Project Status Ongoing

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Project Goal/Objectives

Revision of National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plan in line with National Priorities and Global Biodiversity Targets; Development of Biodiversity Clearing House (CHM) and 5th National Report to CBD

Project Impact

Coordinated and targeted biodiversity conservation

Project Components

i. Revision of NBSAP (Implemented by NBC); ii. Development of CHM (implemented by NECS); iii. 5th National Report to CBD (Implemented by NECS)

Expected Output

1. Revised National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plan in place and submitted to Convention on Biological Diversity 2. Biodiversity Clearing House Mechanism in place 3. 5th National Report to Convention on Biological diversity submitted

Budget Detail

1. Revision of NBSAP (Stock taking and consultation workshops, target setting, development of strategies, publication and launch of revised NBSAP, etc): USD 169,000. - Implemented by NBC 2. Development of Clearing House Mechanism: USD 20,000- Implemented by NECS 3. Development and submission of 5th National Report to CBD: USD 20,000- Implemented by NECS 4. Procurement of equipments and premise components: USD 9,000- Implemented by NECS and NBC 5. Evaluation: USD 2000.00- Implemented by UNEP

9.2 Establishment of a knowledge base for invertebrates in Bhutan

Name of the Project: Establishment of a knowledge base for invertebrates in Bhutan and the institutional and human capacities

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

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Ms. Sangay Dema National Bio-diversity Center Dy. Chief Biodiversity Officer, NBC Serbithang Email: [email protected] Tel:+975-2-351417/351218 Fax:+975-2-351219

Mr. Pema Leda, Adm Officer, NBC Email: [email protected] Tel:+975-2-351417/351218 Fax:+975-2-351219

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF 15: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Utilization Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance Conservation of plants and animal genetic resources and natural heritage sites Linkage to NKRA Sustainable utilization and management of natural resources; Indigenous wisdom, arts and crafts promoted for rural livelihood Relevance to GNH Environmental Conservation pillars Geographic coverage Whole Country (representative ecological zones) Type of Project National Total budget Nu. 9.576 million Budget in Nu. Nu. 9.576 million Funds secured Nu. 9.576 million Funding Source Bhutan Trust Fund for Environmental Conservation RGoB‟s contribution Project operational cost Other source Naturalis, the National Biodiversity Centre of the Netherlands Funding Type Grant Project duration 3 years (September 2014 to June 2017) Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objective

The project goal: A better understanding of Bhutan's rich biodiversity by providing the knowledge base for its largest component - the invertebrates.

The objectives: 1. Establishment, equipping and maintenance of a national reference collections and data base on invertebrates of Bhutan. 2. Development of the institutional cooperation frameworks and human capacities to expand

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and build up routinely over time a national collection of invertebrates using internationally accepted standards and protocols. 3. Establishment of a credible basis for regional and international cooperation and exchanges concerning the knowledge of invertebrates and an understanding of their contribution to / functioning within the various biodiversity systems of Bhutan and the Himalayan region.

Project Impact

A better understanding of Bhutan's rich biodiversity by providing the knowledge base for its largest component - the invertebrates.

Project Components

1. Establishment, equipping and maintenance of a national reference collection and data base on invertebrates of Bhutan: Nu. 4,831,000.00 2. Development of the institutional cooperation frameworks and human capacities to expand and build up routinely over time a national collection of invertebrates using internationally accepted standards and protocols: Nu.,345,000.00 3. Establishment of a credible basis for regional and international cooperation and exchanges concerning the knowledge of invertebrates and an understanding of their contribution to / functioning within the various biodiversity systems of Bhutan and the Himalayan region: Nu.1,400,000

Expected Output

(Increased availability and access to quality biodiversity information)

1. Availability of a first set of invertebrate reference collections of Bhutan, properly documented and preserved, accessible to the scientific community (international as well as national), 2. Availability of a physical space equipped to accommodate those collections, along with capacity to curate and preserve, 3. Availability of a comprehensive baseline information of the prioritized invertebrate groups, along with standardized database integrated to the Bhutan Biodiversity Portal. 4. Availability of basis for a number for public education and awareness activities. 5. At least 10 well trained staff of NBC and cooperating agencies conversant with collection, identification and preservation principles and practice, 6. A functioning cooperation network of national institutions that follow similar scientific protocols and, as a result, 7. A foundation for a number of publications about the invertebrates of Bhutan. 8. A deeper understanding of the ways invertebrates affect daily life, health, agricultural production, water quality – thus the economy in general.

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Budget Detail

i. Field work for five taxonomic groups: Nu. 1.900 m. ii. ii. Capacity development of the implementers: 3.000 m iii. Local logistic costs for TA: Nu. 480,000 iv. SH meetings (Inception and annual review): Nu. 300,000 v. Development of reference center and database: Nu.2.451 m vi. Field reporting format dev: Nu. 45,000 vii. Printing and publications: Nu. 800,000 viii. MoU signing, international conference, etc: Nu. 600,000

9.3 Rescue and rehabilitation of threatened and rare plant species

Name of the Project: Rescue and rehabilitation of threatened and rare plant species from 118 MW Nikachu Hydropower project sites

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Ms. Sangay Dema National Bio-diversity Center, Serbithang Dy. Chief Biodiversity Officer, NBC Email address: [email protected] Tel:975-2-351417/351218 Fax:975-2-351219

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF 15: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Utilization Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance Conservation of plants and animal genetic resources and natural heritage sites Linkage to NKRA Sustainable utilization and management of natural resources; Indigenous wisdom, arts and crafts promoted for rural livelihood Relevance to GNH Environmental Conservation pillars Geographic coverage Nikachu/Tangsiji Hydro Power project area Type of Project National Total budget Nu. 3.607 million Budget in Nu. Nu. 3.607 million Funds secured Nu. 3.607 million Funding Source Tangsibji Hydro Energy Limited RGoB‟s contribution Project operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration December 2014 to June 2016

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Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

1. To document the existing floral diversity of the Nikachu hydropower project affected sites. 2. To rescue and conserve ex-situ prioritized plant species from the project sites of Nikachu hydropower project. 3. To promote collaboration between conservation and developmental agencies in biodiversity conservation.

Project Impact

Long term conservation of rare, endemic and threatened plant species

Project Components

i. Field work for survey and documentation of the floral species of Nikachu Project sites ii. Field work for rescue and collection of prioritized species for ex-situ conservation at the Royal Botanical Garden, Serbithang as living plants and at National Seed Bank as Seeds iii. Establishment of facilities and infrastructure for ex-situ conservation as living plants as well as seeds iv. Capacity development of project implementing partners in plant taxonomy, rescue and collection for ex-situ conservation v. Development of database and publication

Expected Output

1. Comprehensive and vouchered documentation of floral species found in Nikachu hydropower project sites. 2. Representative accessions of threatened and rare plant species found in the project affected sites of Nikachu hydropower project conserved ex-situ at the botanical garden. 3. Seeds of prioritized plant species conserved at the National Seed Bank for long term conservation. 4. Seedlings of rare, threatened and other floral species which can grow at Serbithang mass propagated and available for post-project rehabilitation of project affected sites. 5. Active collaboration between NBC and Nikachu Hydropower project developed in the field of biodiversity conservation and ecosystem rehabilitation initiatives.

Budget Detail

1. Survey and documentation of the floral species of Nikachu Project sites: Nu. 288,000.00 2. Herbarium Techniques (Plant Taxonomy) and species rescue prioritization workshops: Nu.530,000.00

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3. Field work for rescue, collection and management of prioritized species: Nu. 1,279,075.00 4. Checklist preparation and publication: Nu. 295,000.00 5. Facilities and capacity development for long term conservation as living plants and seeds and mass propagation for reintroduction: Nu. 1,215,000.00

9.4 Implementing the Nagoya Protocol in Bhutan

Name of the Project: Implementing the Nagoya Protocol on Access to Genetic Resources and Benefit Sharing in Bhutan

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Mr. Chencho Dorji National Biodiversity Centre, Biodiversity Officer, NBC Menjong Sorig Pharmaceuticals and Email Address: [email protected] Tel:975-2-351417/351218 Bio-bhutan Fax:975-2-351218

Project Parameters MoAF 15: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Utilization Linkage to RNR Sector Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources and natural heritage sites Linkage to NKRA Indigenous wisdom, arts and crafts promoted for rural livelihood Relevance to GNH Environmental conservation, good governance, cultural pillars preservation and equitable socio-economic development Geographic coverage National Type of Project National Total budget USD 4,003,668 Budget in Nu. Nu. 248,227,416 ( USD @ 62) Funds secured USD 4,003,668 Funding Source GEF- NPIF/ UNDP TRAC RGoB‟s contribution USD 1,300,000 (Co-financer in kind and cash) Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Oct-2014 to Sep-2018 (48 Months) Project Status Ongoing

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Project Goal/Objectives

Project goal is to contribute to the conservation and sustainable use of globally significant biodiversity in Bhutan. The project objective is to develop and implement a national ABS framework, build national capacities and facilitate the discovery of nature-based products.

Project Components

Component 1- An operational national regulatory and institutional framework for ABS Component 2- Increased national capacities and awareness for the implementation of the national ABS framework Component 3- Piloting ABS agreements in the field

Expected Output

1. An approved national ABS policy in place and disseminated 2. Biodiversity rules and regulations developed and promulgated in compliance with the approved ABS policy, Biodiversity Act and Nagoya Protocol 3. Institutional mechanisms for ABS established and operational 4. Upgraded facilities and staff skills for bio-prospecting laboratory work and TK documentation 5. Improved technical capacity for implementing ABS activities 6. Increased awareness of ABS and associated national regulatory and institutional framework among a wide range of stakeholders 7. Three pilot ABS Agreements/Schemes compliant with the approved ABS Policy and Nagoya Protocol developed and operationalized 8. Knowledge resources emanating from Bhutan's experience of ABS are developed and disseminated

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Budget Detail (USD)

Summary of Funds and Co- Financing Source Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Total GEF 259,980.00 362,785.00 183,220.00 194,015.00 1,000,000.00 Government (cash) 157,795.50 157,795.50 157,795.50 157,795.50 631,182.00 Government (in 470,262.00 470,262.00 470,262.00 470,264.00 1,881,050.00 kind) Private Sector 96,359.00 96,359.00 96,359.00 96,359.00 385,436.00 UNDP 26,500.00 26,500.00 26,500.00 26,500.00 106,000.00 Total 1,010,896.50 1,113,701.50 934,136.50 944,933.50 4,003,668.00

GEF Funding (USD)

Components Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Total Component 1 52,200.00 23,200.00 9,400.00 5,200.00 90,000.00 Component 2 70,300.00 170,200.00 23,200.00 26,300.00 290,000.00 Component 3 108,300.00 149,900.00 129,900.00 141,900.00 530,000.00 Project 29,180.00 19,485.00 20,720.00 20,615.00 90,000.00 Management TOTAL PROJECT 259,980.00 362,785.00 183,220.00 194,015.00 1,000,000.00

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9.5 Biodiversity Use and Conservation in Asia Program (BUCAP)

Name of the Project: Biodiversity Use and Conservation in Asia Program (BUCAP)

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Research and Development Centres, Mr. Rinchen Dorji Yusipang Sr. Biodiversity Supervisor Dzongkhag and Gewog Agriculture Email Address: [email protected] Tel:975-2-351417/351218 Extension, and Farming Communities Fax:975-2-351219

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF 15: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Utilization Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources and natural heritage sites Linkage to NKRA Indigenous wisdom, arts and crafts promoted for rural livelihood Relevance to GNH Environmental conservation, good governance, cultural pillars preservation and equitable socio-economic development Geographic coverage Dagana, Sarpang, Samtse, Samdrup Jongkhar and Mongar Dzongkhags Type of Project Central Program but some funds support dzongkhags and gewogs Total budget Nu. 4.8 M Budget in Nu. Nu. 4.8 M Funds secured Nu. 4.8 M Funding Source SEARICE, The Philippines RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2015 – June 2016 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

1. To strengthen the capacity of smallholder farming families to manage on-farm agricultural biodiversity.

2. To mainstream farmers innovation systems in national research and extension systems.

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3. To contribute to the formulation of food and agriculture policies and programs supportive of farmers’ seed management and community innovation systems. 4. Strengthen the capacities of researchers, plant breeders, and institutions in adapting participatory methodologies for technology development and community innovations through agricultural biodiversity; 5. Establish strong linkages and partnerships between farmers and relevant institutions responsible for agricultural food production programs as part of the support systems during implementation and after the program exits

Project Impact

. Conservation and sustainable use of traditional crop varieties trough value addition . Building farmers resilience to climate change through participatory varietal section of adapted varieties

Project Components

. Baseline survey and inventory of the existing crop varieties . On-farm conservation Farmers group formation . Farmers training on seed selection and purification and value addition . Evaluation and participatory varietal selection of both traditional and adapted varieties in the project sites . Capacity building of farmers on adaptation to changing climate and importance of broad genetic base

Expected Output

 Increased on-farm conservation of agro-biodiversity  Enhanced capacity of the local communities to adapt to changing climate

Budget Detail

Sl. No Key Activities Budget allocation (Nu in millions) 1 Project Management Committee Meeting and other 1.56 project related seminars 2 Monitoring and evaluation of Project activities 0.4 3 Seed and seedlings 0.36 4 Basic Office stationery 0.05 5 Field activities, evaluation trials, farmers training and 1.598 participatory varietal selection 6 Computer and peripherals 0.1 Total 4.068

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9.6 Participatory Conservation and Utilization of Rice Genetic Resource

Name of the Project: Participatory Conservation and Utilization of Rice Genetic Resources for Livelihood and Food Security

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

NBC, Research and Development Mr. Rinchen Dorji Centres,Dzongkhag and Gewog Agriculture Sr. Biodiversity Supervisor Extension, and farming communities Email Address: [email protected] Tel:975-2-351417/351218 Fax:975-2-351219

Project Parameter Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF 15: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Utilization Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources and natural heritage sites Linkage to NKRA  Indigenous wisdom, arts and crafts promoted for rural livelihood  Sustainable utilization and management of natural resources Relevance to GNH Environmental conservation, cultural preservation and equitable pillars socio-economic development Geographic coverage Samtse, Samdrup Jongkhar, Mongar, Lhuntse and Tashi Yangtse Type of Project Central Program but some funds support dzongkhags and gewogs Total budget Nu. 17.4 M Budget in Nu. Nu. 17.4 M Funds secured Nu. 17.4 M Funding Source International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (ITPGRFA) RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2013 – June 2015 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

 Enhance Food security of the target farming communities through access and participatory selection high yielding and locally adapted rice varieties and other crops.  Promote conservation and sustainable use of traditional rice varieties as coping mechanism to climate change impacts.

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 strengthen water source protection and irrigation facilities to adapt to varying rainfall pattern and drought  Promote awareness and education on potential impacts of climate change

Project Impact

 Conservation and sustainable use of traditional crop varieties trough value addition  Building farmers resilience to climate change through participatory varietal section of adapted varieties

Project Components

 Baseline survey and inventory of the existing crop varieties  On-farm conservation Farmers group formation  Farmers training on seed selection and purification and value addition  Evaluation and participatory varietal selection of both traditional and adapted varieties in the project sites  Capacity building of farmers on adaptation to changing climate and importance of broad genetic base  Protection of Community water source  Renovation of community Irrigation Channel and management  Project Parameters

Expected Output

 Increased availability of locally adapted rice varieties and other crops.  Rice genetic resources of the target communities conserved in situ and ex situ and sustainably used.  Farmers Knowledge and understanding on climate change impacts and risks enhanced

Budget Detail

Sl. No Key Activities Budget allocation (Nu in millions) 1 Participatory Varietal Selection (PVS) of Rice varieties. 1.74 2 Participatory plant breeding and screening of locally 1.16 adapted and climate resilient rice varieties at Research Centers 3 Diversification of cropping system 1.16 4 Organization of seed fairs and promote farmer to farmer 0.87 seed exchange 5 Establishment of Community Seed Banks 0.87

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6 Collection and Ex situ conservation of germplasm in the 0.58 National Gene Bank 7 Farmers Training on proper seed selection and storage 0.58 8 Value addition and marketing of traditional rice varieties 0.58 Protection of community water sources and development 2.32 of management bylaws 9 Renovation of community irrigation facilities and 3.48 management of community group 10 Capacity building of national stakeholders on Climate 2.9 change impacts and preparedness 11 Organize awareness and education programs on Climate 0.58 change risks and preparedness 12 Publication on Risks and Adaptation measures to Climate 0.29 Change 13 Documentary on successful stories of the project 0.29 Grand Total 17.4

9.7 Comprehensive assessment of climate change impacts

Name of the Project: Comprehensive assessment of climate change impacts on endemic plant diversity

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

National Biodiversity Center, Serbithang Rinchen Yangzom Sr. Biodiversity Officer, NBC Email Address: [email protected] Tel:+975-2-351417/351218 Fax:+975-2-351219

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF 15: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Utilization Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources and natural heritage sites Linkage to NKRA Indigenous wisdom, arts and crafts promoted for rural livelihood Relevance to GNH Environmental conservation, good governance, cultural pillars preservation and equitable socio-economic development Geographic coverage Whole Bhutan (representative ecological zones) Type of Project Central Program

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Total budget Nu.7.51 Millions Budget in Nu. Nu.7.51 Millions Funds secured Nu.7.51 Millions Funding Source BTFEC RGoB‟s contribution Project staff's salary and office space Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration 3 yrs – July 2012 to December 2015 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

 Investigate distribution patterns of endemic plants and floristic richness in four eco- floristic zones along the bio-geographic elevation gradients.

 Determine the impacts of climate change and other possible threats on the endemic plants.  Initiate preservation of endemic plant species in the country.  Strengthen national capacity building in floristic and climatic change studies.

Project Impact

Strengthen national resilience to climate change impacts through assessing vulnerability of endemic plant species in the face of changing climate.

Project Components

 Floral assessments through field surveys.  Herbarium specimen assessments.  Installation of digital weather stations at project sites.  Collections of herbarium specimens

Expected Output

 Increased access to quality biodiversity information

Budget Detail

1. Literature review and develop checklist of plants endemic to Bhutan : 0.06m 2. Study type specimens of endemic plants deposited in the regional or international herbaria for accurate species determination : 0.65m 3. Preliminary visits to four project sites for proper site selection and designing of sampling methods: 0.87m

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4. Establishment of sampling plots and collection of ecological and climatic data at four study areas : 3.0m 5. Herbarium specimen processing and data documentation : 0.43m 6. Capacity building : 1.4m 7. Monitoring of plots and periodic data collections: 0.6m 8. Printing and publications : 0.5m

9.8 Biodiversity conservation and sustainable use in HANAS of Bhutan

Name of the Project: Biodiversity conservation and sustainable use in HANAS of Bhutan

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

National Biodiversity Center, Serbithang Rinchen Yangzom Sr. Biodiversity Officer, NBC Email Address: [email protected] Tel:+975-2-351417/351218 Fax:+975-2-351219

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF 15: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Utilization Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources and natural heritage sites Linkage to NKRA Indigenous wisdom, arts and crafts promoted for rural livelihood Relevance to GNH Environmental conservation, cultural preservation and equitable pillars socio-economic development Geographic coverage High Altitude Northern Areas (Wangchuk Centennial National Park, Jigme Dorji National Park and Bumdeling Wildlife Sanctuary Type of Project Central Program but some funds support dzongkhags and gewogs Total budget Nu. 14.25 Millions Budget in Nu. Nu. 14.25 Millions Funds secured Nu. 14.25 Millions Funding Source BTFEC RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Jan 2015 – Jan 2017 Project Status Ongoing

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Project Goal/Objectives

Biodiversity management through innovative approaches to encourage people-centric conservation

Project Impact

Highland communities empowered to conserve traditional breeds of livestock, traditional varieties of plant genetic resources for food and agriculture (PGRFA) as well as other biological resources such as medicinal plants.

Project Components

 Traditional PGRFA diversity assessment, conservation and sustainable utilization  Conservation and sustainable utilization of Jakar sheep  Strengthening of information on HANAs flora.

Expected Output

 Traditional PGRFA diversity assessed, conserved and sustainably utilized.  Prioritized traditional Jakar sheep conserved and sustainably utilized.  Strengthened information on HANAs flora for the development of conservation strategies and guidelines.

Budget Detail

Activities Budget in Million Nu. 11.01– Travel (in-country) 1.2 11.02 - Travel - Outside Bhutan 1.425 13.02– Rental of properties – Vehicle 2 14.01 – Office Supplies, Printing, Publications 0.65 14.02 - S & M - Medicines & Laboratory Consumables 0.9 14.04 - S & M- Seeds and Seedlings 0.1 14.05 - S &M – Animal Feeds 0.1 14.06 - S & M - Uniforms, Extension Kits, Linen 0.175 15.01 – Maintenance of Property – Buildings 0.4 17.03 – Op. Exp. – Transportation 0.05 17.08 – Meeting & Celebrations 0.725 45.01 - Training - Human Resource Development 0.95 45.02 – Training Others 0.45 51.01 - Expenditure on Structure- Buildings 0.85 51.07 - Plant & Equipt Hospital/Lab. Equipment 0.3

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52.05 - Plant & Equipt. - Agricultural Machineries 1 52.06 – Plant & Equipt. – Lab. Equipment 0.05 52.07 – Plant & Equipt. – Lab. Equipment 2.35 52.08 - General Tools and instruments 0.125 54.03 - Computers & Peripheral 0.1 55.01 - Professional Services 0.35 Total 14.25

9.9 The Bhutan Red List Partnership

Name of the Project: The Bhutan Red List Partnership

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

National Biodiversity Center, Serbithang Ms. Rinchen Yangzom Sr. Biodiversity Officer, NBC Email Address: [email protected] Tel:+975-2-351417/351218 Fax:+975-2-35121

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF 15: Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Utilization Programme Linkage to SKRA Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources and natural heritage sites Linkage to NKRA Indigenous wisdom, arts and crafts promoted for rural livelihood Relevance to GNH Environmental conservation, good governance, cultural pillars preservation and equitable socio-economic development Geographic coverage Endemic plant sites (whole of the country) Type of Project Central Program but some funds support dzongkhags and gewogs Total budget 2,069,172 Yen Budget in Nu. Nu. 1.242 Millions Funds secured Nu. 1.242 Millions Funding Source Toyota Environmental Grant, Japan RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2015 – June 2016 Project Status Ongoing

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Project Goal/Objectives

Understanding on the status, threats and conservation priorities of Bhutan’s endemic plant species is greatly improved

Project Impact

Strengthen national policies on conservation of endemic plants of Bhutan

Project Components

1. Floral assessments through field surveys. 2. Herbarium specimen assessments 3. Collections of herbarium specimens 4. Assessment of the species status using IUCN criteria

Expected Output

 Red List assessments completed for all of Bhutan’s endemic plants (104 species) and entered onto IUCN’s global Species Information System.  Species data sheets produced for each endemic plant species.  Report prepared on the proceedings and recommendations of the Red List Assessment Workshop.  National capacity strengthened in Red List assessments and floristic studies.

Budget Detail

Code Title Budget

11.01 Travel - Incountry 0.170 11.02 Travel - Outside Country 0.510 13.02 Rental of Properties - Vehicles 0.100 17.08 Op. Exp. - Incountry Meetings and Celebration 0.372 55.01 Professional Service 0.090 TOTAL 1.242

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10. Information and Communication Service

No projects except GCCA support, refer under CoRRB

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11. Rural Development Training Center (RDTC)

11.1 Support to RDTC Phase IV

Project Name: Rural Development Training Project

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

RDTC Zhemgang Mr. Karma Sonam, Director RDTC Zhemgang Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-03-741348

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/14: Rural Training Development Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growth Linkage to NKRA  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved  Sustained economic growth  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars Geographic coverage All dzongkhags

Type of Project Centrally Programme Total budget Nu. 45 million Budget in Nu. 45.00 million Funds secured Nu. 45 million Funding Source Helvetas RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Jan 2012 – Dec 2014, extended till June 2015 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

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“RDT has played pivotal role in the capacity development of the farmers groups and cooperatives and market driven enterprise development.”

Project Outcome

Outcome 1: Improved management and leadership skills for the farmers’ groups and cooperatives leaders and executive members. Outcome 2: Established economically viable and sustainable business enterprises based on market and value chain approaches. Outcome 3 Increased opportunities in agriculture for self-employment and livelihood prospects for youth. Outcome 4: Enhanced quality, effectiveness and sustainability of training services through continuous improvement of staff and training delivery mechanisms.

Budget Detail

2012 2013 2014 Total in Nu in Contributions Million HELVETAS Swiss 5.00 5.00 5.00 15.00 Intercooporation RGOB 9.50 10.00 10.50 30.00

Total 14.50 15.00 15.50 45.00

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12. Secretariat

12.1 Technical Cooperation Project – EU TCP

Name of the Project: Technical Cooperation Project in Support of the RNR Sector (EU- TCP)

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Ministry of Agriculture & Forests Mr. Kencho Thinley (Project Director) Chief of Policy & Planning Division Ministry of Agriculture & Forests Thimphu Email: [email protected] Tel:+975-02-323745 Fax: 323748

Mr. Pema Thinley (Project Coordinator) Policy & Planning Division Email: [email protected] Tel:+975-02-323745 Fax: 323748

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector All 16 programs of the RNR Sector Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growth  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management  Enhance conservation of plant and animal genetic resources  Enhance effectiveness & efficiency RNR service delivery Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Integrated water utilization and management  Improved public service delivery, motivated public servants GPMS  Food Secure & sustainable  Needs of Vulnerable Group Addressed  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved  Sustained economic growth  Carbon neutral/ Green & climate resilient development  Imp. disaster resilience and management mainstreamed  Gender friendly environment for women’s participation

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Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Nation wide Type of Project Technical Cooperation Total budget Euro 4.6 million Budget in Nu. 331.2 million Funds secured Euro 4.6 million Funding Source EU RGoB‟s contribution Operation cost of PCU Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration July 2014 – June 2019 (72 months) Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

The overall objective of the Technical Cooperation Project in support of the Renewable Natural Resources Sector is to enable the Ministry of Agriculture and Forests in Bhutan to achieve the objectives of the RNR 11th FYP, namely in the improvement of livelihoods in rural areas, food security and poverty alleviation.

The specific objective of the project is to increase the Ministry’s capacities and skills at both central and decentralization levels to conceptualize, plan, implement and monitor activities under the 11th Five Year Plan.

Project Expected Result

Result 1: Technical capacities, skills and knowledge in three main technical Departments of the Ministry of Agriculture & Forests and its associated services and agencies are enhanced at central and decentralized level.

Result 2: Management and administrative capacities, skills and knowledge in the Service Departments of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forests and its associated service and agencies are enhanced at central and decentralized level.

Result 3: Production and commercialization of selected agricultural commodities with marketing potential and increased.

Result 4: The approach to knowledge management and training documentation is substantively improved in the Ministry of Agriculture and Forests.

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The main activities towards achieving the results are the provisions of well targeted and focused training and technical assistance.

Budget Detail

The total project cost is estimated at Euro 4,600,000 which will fully be financed from the general budget of the EU.

Module Amount in Euro Procurement – services (direct centralized) 400,000 Program estimates (decentralized) 3,940,000 Audit and evaluation – procurement (direct 200,000 centralized) Contingency 60,000 Total 4,600,000

12.2 Capacity Development for Policy Impact Studies (FAO TCP)

Name of the Project: Capacity Development for Policy Impact Studies (FAO TCP)

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Policy & Planning Division Mr. Kencho Thinley (Project Director) MoAF Thimphu Chief of Policy & Planning Division Ministry of Agriculture & Forests Thimphu Email: [email protected] Tel:+975-02-323745 Fax: 323748

Ms. Tashi Yangzom (Project Manager) Policy & Planning Division, MoAF Email: [email protected] Tel:+975-02-323745 Fax: 323748

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/16: Coordination and Support Service Program Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Accelerate RNR sector growth  Enhance effectiveness & efficiency RNR service delivery Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustainable  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved

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 Sustained economic growth Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars Geographic coverage Nation wide Type of Project Technical Cooperation Total budget USD 186,000 Budget in Nu. 11.160 m Funds secured USD 186,000 Funding Source FAO RGoB‟s contribution Project operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Jan 2015 – Dec 2016 Project Status ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

Build national capacity of 25 PPD officials in policy research/analysis so that dependence on external expertise is minimized in future.

Project Impact

The well-being of farmers will be improved and their happiness enhanced from well- designed policies and programmes formulated on the basis of evidence-based, high quality analysis.

Project Outcome & Outputs

The expected outcome of the project is the inclusive and evidence-based development of policies, programmes, strategies and laws for improved governance of the RNR Sector.

The project has identified four outputs related to food security and nutrition in the country:

 Capacity of 25 government officials from the agriculture ministry,, including several participants from the GNHC, built on food and nutrition security policy impact analysis. An international consultant will be hired to impart training on analytical policy impact analysis.  Report on farm road impact analysis will be produced and published. Farm road is important for food security and nutrition – productions need to be demand driven. Unless farm road connectivity is efficient, marketing of farm produces will be costly in mountainous terrains. As part of the training the trainees will

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collect data from the field, analyze and interpret the results, and write up the farm roads impact analysis report.  Training module on Policy Impact analysis on Food and Nutrition will be developed by the International Consultant. PPD will use the manual in training other officials on policy impact analysis in future.  Report on impact analysis of irrigation in the country produced and published. Irrigation is an important component of food security and nutrition program. The irrigation is an important component of food security and nutrition program. PPD will lead the impact analysis of irrigation and will be done without technical input from the consultant.

Budget Detail

Input description Amount (in USD) Consultant 20,000 Contracts 51,240 Travel 45,840 Training 30,125 Expendable Equipment 10,000 Technical Support Services 13,810 General Operating expenses 2,817 Support Cost 12,168 Grand Total 186,000

12.3 Climate Change Adaptation in Himalayas

Name of the Project: Climate Change Adaptation in Himalayas (Pilot project)

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

PPD & Tsirang Dzongkhag Mr. Sonam Pelgen Agriculture Sector PPD/MoAF Tel: +975-02-323745 Email: [email protected]

Mr. Pema Chophel, DAO Tsirang Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-06-471156 Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF 5: National Livestock Commodity Development Program Programme MoAF 04: National Horticulture Commodity Development Program

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Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved  Carbon neutral/ Green & climate resilient development

Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage Barshong Gewog in Tsirang Type of Project Total budget US$ 500,000 Budget in Nu. Nu. 30.00 million Funds secured Funding Source ICIMOD RGoB‟s contribution Operational cost Other source Funding Type Grant Project duration Feb 2015 – Feb 2018 Project Status Ongoing

Project Objective

The overall objective is to enhance the resilience and to support adaptation by vulnerable mountain communities and eco-system.

Specific Objective:

 To ensure 30 percent increase in income of target groups through value chain development of high value crops (onion, cabbage & beans)  Ensure improved coordination of high value crop value chains including local level processing and value addition by local community.  To develop capacities and promote community based micro-planning with focus on climate change adaptation and management of high value products value chain, and also to links with SAPA and other development priorities.

Project Components

1. Goat Farming Value Chain 2. Vegetable Farming Value Chain

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Budget Detail

The total project cost is USD 500,000, out of which USD 350,000 would be made available for pilot gewog (Barshong in Tsirang) which is implemented by Tsirang Dzongkhag RNR Sector. The remaining USD 150,000 would be spent for project coordination, monitoring and capacity building. This amount would be directly handled by ICIMOD in Kathmandu.

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13. Area Development

13.1 Rural Livelihood Project Phase II

Implementing agencies Main contact persons Mr. Dorji Wangdi Project Manager Sarpang and Zhemgang gewog RNR Rural Livelihood Project Office Sector, DAMC, BCCI and PMU Zhemgang Bhutan Zhemgang Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-03-741197 Fax: 03-741158

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/04: National Horticulture Commodity Development Programme Program  MoAF/06: Agriculture Infrastructure Development Program  MoAF/08: Agriculture Marketing and Cooperative Development Program  MoAF/09: Sustainable Management State Forests Program  MoAF/12: National Livestock Commodity Development Program Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growth Linkage to NKRA  Food Secure & sustainable  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved  Sustained economic growth Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars  Conservation of Environment  Good Governance Geographic coverage 6 gewogs of Zhemgang and 4 gewogs of Sarpang Type of Project Area Development Project Total budget 2 Million CHF (RGoB: 0.2 m CHF; HELVETAS Swiss Inter- cooperation: 1.8 Million CHF) Budget in Nu. 104.4m Funds secured CHF 1.8 m Funding Source Helvetas Swiss Inter-Cooperation RGoB‟s contribution CHF 200,000 Other source Funding Type Grant

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Project duration Jan 2012 – June 2016 Project Status On going

Project Goal/Objectives

RLP applies a pro-poor approach and focuses on the poorest Gewogs in Zhemgang and Sarpang Dzongkhags in Central and Southern Bhutan. The new road access and an upcoming hydropower project offer opportunities for the rural population in these remote Gewogs. The main intervention strategy of RLP Phase II is to support the farmers to make best use of the new market opportunities through a market chain facilitation approach. The project engages to link the primary producers to markets, traders, large consumers and processors and to establish fair relationships among the market-chain actors. RLP works through Rural Development Initiatives and concentrates on capacity building of the market chain actors. It is committed to social inclusiveness (including gender).

The development goal is to contribute to an improved livelihood of rural poor in Bhutan through holistic, community-driven and participatory approaches The specific objective of the project is reduction of poverty in selected Gewogs of Zhemgang and Sarpang Dzongkhags through market chain facilitation skills, capacity building and promotion of good governance through local decision-making

Expected Project Result

• Increased households income through rural development initiatives planned and implemented by market chain actors (1800 households with improved wealth status; Totally 5000 women and men involved in value chains who are able to make an additional income and with enhanced knowledge in the area of production, processing and marketing of agricultural, livestock and other products) • Improved performance of Farmer Groups and Cooperatives through capacity building and access to micro finance (> 25% increase in turn-over of collaborating SMEs and trading companies; 150 men and women with enhanced knowledge in managing a group and enterprise) • Viable SMEs process and market an increased quantity of products with an improved quality (30 SMEs and traders collaborating with FG and cooperatives; 100 men and women with enhanced knowledge in managing an enterprise) • Pro-poor policy intervention and sharing of lessons learned lead to increased family income beyond the project area (3 policy interventions with pro-poor policy interpretation and clarification; 8 experience-sharing events conducted)

Project Components/Outcomes

The project has four major outcomes:

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Outcome 1: Increased household income through RDIs planned and implemented by market chain actors (RNR Dzongkhag/Geog Sectors) Enhanced agriculture, livestock and forestry production, processing and marketing as well as improved access through farm roads boost household incomes of farmers in the selected Gewogs in Zhemgang and Sarpang Dzongkhags. RDIs, expected predominantly in the area of dairy, vegetable and horticulture (in particular citrus) production in line with OGTP- Strategy, will be planned and implemented by market chain actors such as farmers, farmer groups, cooperatives, SMEs and traders. Activities in the area of dairy production, processing and marketing will cover the following interventions: (1) supply of subsidised improved cows and breeding bulls, shed construction, seeds, seedlings and equipment. (2) Supply of training in fodder production, cattle management, processing and marketing of dairy products. Planned activities for horticulture, in particular citrus production, are: (1) the establishment of private nurseries, (2) supply of subsidised grafted saplings and (3) trainings in management, pest and disease control (citrus greening), (4) grading, packaging, processing and (5) marketing. Activities in the area of vegetable production, processing and marketing include (1) supply of subsidised seeds and (2) irrigation equipment like drip irrigation as well as 3) trainings in management, pest and disease control, soil fertility, irrigation (especially drip irrigation), water harvesting, (4) grading, packaging, processing and (5) marketing. For other RDIs (e.g. in the area of forestry, especially NWFPs, eco-tourism or activities to reduce wildlife damages) required subsidised inputs are supplied and related trainings conducted. Especially Zhemgang Dzongkhag has been proposed for eco-tourism due to its favourable winter climate, proximity to the Manas National Park, large rivers etc.

Outcome 2: Improved performance of farmer groups and cooperatives through capacity building and access to microfinance (DAMC) The aim is to achieve improved performance of farmer groups and cooperatives with trained and committed members. The groups have access to required working capital and are competent in managing their economic activities proficiently and with transparency, accountability and ownership. Main activities will be: (1) institution building, (2) training in leadership, management, book keeping, (3) implementation of credit and saving schemes for farmer groups, cooperatives and local authorities. This will also empower the rural communities and ensure participatory decision making and thus contributes to good governance, (4) in-country study tours will help to exchange views and experiences between different farmer groups and cooperatives in the project area. (5) Contribution towards office facilities and office equipments of larger cooperatives. (6) To ensure that farmer groups and cooperatives get access to required working capital RLP makes a contribution of earmarked funds to CDF or another similar structure. Then CDF provides a guarantee to BDBL or any

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other financial bank which concludes a contract with farmer groups and cooperatives and releases loans.

Outcome 3: Viable SMEs and trading enterprises process and market an increased quantity of products with improved quality (BCCI) The aim of the interventions on the level of SMEs and trading enterprises is to have trained and committed value chain actors, who are competent in managing their enterprises proficiently and economically viable and are able to market an increased quantity of products with an improved quality. They know their markets and conclude fair contracts with farmer groups and cooperatives. Main activities are: (1) capacity building, training, study tours, (2) organisational development, (3) sharing of lessons learned, (4) market studies (5) market chain facilitation and (6) provision of access to capital for investments into buildings and equipment. Further RLP will announce a (6) competition for innovative business ideas related to RNR in Zhemgang and Sarpang to encourage young entrepreneurs to be innovative and risk takers. The most innovative business idea will be selected and a prize awarded.

Outcome 4: Pro-poor policy intervention, subsidies policy and sharing of lessons learned lead to increased household income beyond the project area (PMU) Some of present policies, acts, regulations are not necessarily benefiting poor farmers. Others are at times interpreted with a certain bias towards enhancing the interests of the government actors and the economically better-off segments of the population rather than the poorest. RLP will (1) support the documentation of the impact of those policies, Acts and regulations and their interpretation and (2) bring them to the attention of national decision makers and media. It will (3) engage in a policy dialogue with national decision makers, which may result in more favourable interpretation or even change of policies, acts and regulations. Examples of issues to be addressed include needs of timber permits, royalty concessions, legalise the catching of fish to the community, crop and livestock insurance initiatives, or human – wildlife conflict, mentioned by many farmers as one of the biggest issues. It will also engages in (4) awareness rising on community level through promotion and stimulation of policy dialogue and discussion on rules and regulations which is expected to lead to increased pro-poor interpretation of existing rules and regulations.

Expected Output

 Increased households income through rural development initiatives planned and implemented by market chain actors  Improved performance of Farmer Groups and Cooperatives through capacity building and access to micro finance  Viable SMEs process and market an increased quantity of products with an improved quality

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 Pro-poor policy intervention and sharing of lessons learned lead to increased family income beyond the project area

Budget Detail

Source 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total Phase RGoB PMU staff and operating costs 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 200,000 HELVETAS Technical Assistance 15,000 30,000 20,000 65,000 Education & training 30,000 25,000 15,000 - 70,000 Investments & Equipment 35,000 2,000 2,000 - 39,000 Contribution Component 1: Gewog 279,000 219,000 219,000 250,000 967,000 to Partners RDIs Component 2: Coops & 110.000 65,000 70,000 20,000 265,000 Groups Component 3: SME & 50,000 85,000 70,000 85,000 290,000 Traders Component 4: Policy 11,000 11,000 12,000 12,000 46,000 Actions Unallocated 22,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 58,000 Total HELVETAS (excluding 552.000 449.000 400.000 399.000 1’800.000 over head cost) Total 602,000 499,000 450,000 500,000 2,000,000

13.2 Remote Rural Communities Development Project (RRCDP)

Name of the Project: Remote Rural Communities Development Project (RRCDP)

Implementing agencies Main contact persons PPD, DoA, DoL, DoFPS & 6 project Dr. Kuenga Namgay (Project Director) Dzongkhags Dy. Chief, PPD/MoAF Thimphu Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-323745

Mr. Jamyang P Rabten Planning Officer, PPD Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-323745

Project Parameters

Linkage to RNR Sector  MoAF/04: National Horticulture Commodity Development Program Programme  MoAF/05: National Field Crop Commodity Development Program

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 MoAF/06: Agriculture Infrastructure Development Program  MoAF/08: Agriculture Marketing and Cooperative Development Program  MoAF/09: Sustainable Management State Forests Program  MoAF/11: Integrated Watershed Management Program  MoAF/12: National Livestock Commodity Development Program Linkage to SKRA  Enhance Food and Nutrition Security  Generate employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household income  Accelerate RNR sector growth  Enhance sustainable Forest, Land, Water & Bio-diversity resource management Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Integrated water utilization and management  Food Secure & sustainable  Needs of Vulnerable Group Addressed  Poverty + Reduced/MDG + Achieved  Sustained economic growth  Gender friendly environment for women’s participation Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars  Conservation of Environment Geographic coverage 6 dzongkhags (Chhukha, Dagana, Haa, Samtse, Trongsa, Wangdue) 24 gewogs of these 6 dzongkhags) Type of Project Area Development Project Total budget USD 9.00 million Budget in Nu. 500.49 million Funds secured USD 9.00 million Funding Source World Bank (IDA Grant) RGoB‟s contribution Operational Cost Other source Funding Type Loan Project duration Nov 2012 – Nov 2017 Project Status Ongoing

Project Goal/Objectives

The project development objective is to increase agriculture productivity and access to community assets in remote rural areas by improving access to markets, irrigation, agricultural technologies, and community infrastructure.

Project Result Indicators

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 Productivity of crops increased by at least 20 percent in targeted irrigation system  Markets value of agricultural production in creased by 30 percent in targeted area  Share of beneficiaries with access to critical community infrastructure increased by 20 percent in targeted areas  Direct project beneficiaries (number) of which female (percentage).

Project Components

Component A – Rural Infrastructure  Rural accessibility – farm road new construction, landslide protection structures  Irrigation – Irrigation infrastructure rehabilitation of about 67 schemes, modernization, high efficiency irrigation development, water storage structures, engineering support and water user association training support. Component B – Community, Marketing and Productive Infrastructures  Establishing community and marketing infrastructure  Improving Productive asset of existing producer groups Component C – Project Management and Instituional Strengthening

Expected Output

1. Connect the communities to larger roads and regional markets and improve production potential through improved availability of irrigation. 2. Cover investment in marketing and post-harvest infrastructure, critical community- level infrastructures and investment identified by producers to increase agricultural productivity. 3. Project Management including the monitoring and evaluation functions of the project.

Budget Detail

The project is financed under an International Development Association (IDA) credit, on standard IDA blend terms with maturity of 25 years, including a grace period of 5 years. The IDA credit is financed total of USD 9.0 million. The project cost by financier is as below:

Component Amount (USD in „000) Component A 6,188.4 Component B 2,336.2 Component C 475.9 Total 9,000.5

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13.3 Market Access & Growth Intensification Project (MAGIP)

Name of the Project: Market Access & Growth Intensification Project (MAGIP)

Implementing agencies Main contact persons

Project Coordination Unit (PCU), Mr. Sangay Wangdi, Project Director, MAGIP, Project Coordination Unit MoAF, Thimphu Ministry of Agriculture & Forests, Thimphu Email: [email protected] Tel: +975-02-333093

Project Parameters Linkage to RNR Sector MoAF/01, 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 12, 13, 14 Programme Linkage to SKRA  Enhanced food and nutrition security through poverty reduction  Generate additional employment opportunities and increase mean annual rural household cash income  Enhanced sustainable forest, land, water and biodiversity resource management through strengthening of farmer groups capacity  Enhanced & sustained marketing ability of farmer groups to local markets (schools, institutes) Linkage to NKRA  Sustainable management and utilization of natural resources  Integrated water utilization and management  Food Secure & sustainable  Needs of Vulnerable Group Addressed  Poverty alleviation  Sustained economic growth  Gender friendly environment for women’s participation  Market access improved and enhanced. Relevance to GNH  Socio-economic Development pillars Geographic coverage Lhuentse, Tashiyangtse, Trashigang, Mongar, Pemagatshel and Samdrup Jongkhar Type of Project Area Development Project Total budget USD 13.5 Million (8.49 IFAD loan+2 IFAD grant+2 RGoB+0.147 SNV+0.860 beneficiaries) Budget in Nu. Nu. 742.5 Million @ Nu. 55 per USD Funds secured Nu. 720 Million @ 62 exchange rate Funding Source International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) RGoB‟s contribution USD 2 Million

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Other source SNV (0.147 m), beneficiaries (0.860m) Funding Type Loan (Highly concessional)+grant Project duration 2011 May -2016 December Project Status On-Going

Project Goal/Objectives

Reduce poverty and improve food security and the standards of living of targeted rural households in six eastern Dzongkhags (districts).

Project Impact

1) Reduction of poverty, ensured food security and raise the incomes of emerging farmers by creating market linkages

2) Institutional development - institutions involved in improving livelihoods of rural communities and in linking producers with markets and service providers strengthened & developed

Project Components

Component 1: Poor subsistence farmers living in 11 remote gewogs Component 2: Emerging commercial farmers living in 37 gewogs located near access roads – this was increased to 49 gewogs at mid-term review (MTR) in Nov 2012 to include 2 gewog each from 6 Dzongkhags;

Expected Output

In some eleven remote gewogs where most communities have no or poor road access some 880 households will be supported with the relevant low cost, labour-saving production technologies and quality inputs so as to increase the productivity of their traditional subsistence-based farming systems. In some 37 gewogs (increased at MTR to 49) with good road access and the necessary agro-ecological potentials,the project will support some 3,600 producers organized in groups or cooperatives with the necessary inputs, training and services so as to intensify production of cash crops and dairy products, while reaching the necessary economies of scale production, transportation, processing, storage and marketing. Strategically selected marketing and storage infrastructure, farm roads and irrigation schemes will also be constructed or rehabilitated.

Budget Detail

IFAD loan: USD 8.49 Million IFAD grant: USD 2 million

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RGOB: USD 2.0 Million SNV: USD 0.147 Million Beneficiaries: USD 0.860 Million

Table 5C: IFAD loan disbursements (SDR, as at 31-12-2014 ) Category Category Original Revised MTR description Allocation Allocation Allocation I Civil Works 2,110,000.00 2,100,000.00 2,900,000 III Equipment & 2,245,000.00 2,400,000.00 2,470,000 Material IV Livestock 210,000.00 100,000.00 230,000 Initial deposit Total 4,565,000.00 4,600,000.00 5,600,000

Table 5C: IFAD grant disbursements (USD, as at 31-12-2014) Category Category Original Revised MTR description Allocation Allocation Allocation Allocation Allocation II Training & 1,880,000.00 1,865,000.00 2,000,000.00 Technical Assistant Initial deposit Total 1,880,000.00 1,865,000.00 2,000,000.00

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