National Equine Farm, DoL Bumthang

Date 12.04.2026

With the commencement of the current breeding season, the implementation of Artificial Insemination (AI) using Mongolian horse semen as a pilot trial at the farm was conducted today, after the small inaugural ceremony. This initiative marks a significant milestone, being the first of its kind not only at this Centre but also within the Department and the country.

Given that the frozen semen has a viable lifespan of approximately 6 to 12 hours post-thaw, a second Artificial Insemination will be carried out 12 hours after the initial insemination to optimize the chances of successful conception.

Development of 20 acres of pasture land at Tangbise to address the winter fodder shortage and the shifting of mule production.

Date : 21-25.02.2026
The staff of National Equine Farm (NEF) are honored to be part of the 5th Cohort GMC, comprising more than 12,000 volunteers. The activities carried out included clearing bushes, land preparation, and plantation of Napier grass at the ecological corridor in Chuzangang Block.

On 5 January 2026.
The management warmly welcomed the three newly appointed staff members, led by Trashi Khadar, and expressed confidence that their dedication, teamwork, and commitment would contribute positively to the overall objectives of the National Equine Farm. The Farm looks forward to their sincere service in upholding professionalism and discipline, and in assisting to ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of farm operations.

Date:31/12/2025
The Centre bids farewell to three supporting staff members, namely Mr. Leki (Operator), Mrs. Tshering Dema (ESP) on superannuation, and Mr. Chimmi (GSP) on voluntary resignation during this fiscal year. Their dedicated and sincere service to the Tsawa Sum has made a significant contribution to the Centre. The entire unit extends its heartfelt gratitude and wishes them a happy, healthy, and fulfilling retirement and future endeavours.

The importance of the horse is deeply rooted in Bhutanese tradition. The National Day programme is ceremonially inaugurated with the *Chibdrel*, led by a white horse (རྟ་དཀར་པོ)

Farm staff are engaged in gathering the dried fodder from the field and loading it onto a tractor-drawn trailer. The team works collaboratively, using pitchforks and manual tools to ensure the hay is efficiently stacked and secured for transport.

Once transported to the storage facility, the hay is unloaded and arranged neatly in the stable barn loft. Staff members spread and level the hay to facilitate proper aeration and long-term preservation. The process reflects an organized approach to fodder management, ensuring adequate feed reserves for equines during periods of limited grazing. Thanks to fodder team.

Dated 19.11.2025
The Centre has stock transferred 11 mules (6 males and 5 females) to RBA, Paro–Gumitsawa for pack purposes.