The National Research and Development Centre for Riverine and Lake Fisheries (NRDCR&LF), Haa, in collaboration with the Dzongkhag Livestock Sector, Dagana, and Lajab Gewog Administration, successfully conducted the stocking of rainbow trout fingerlings at Mr. Bhim Bahadur Gurungโs farm in Bana Chiwog, Lajab Gewog, Dagana. A total of 9,000 rainbow trout fingerlings were stocked into […]
The NRDCRLF team, in collaboration with the PHPA-II Environmental team has commenced the Monsoon Fish Monitoring Programme today. The team will be engaged in field monitoring activities over the coming days to assess fish diversity and aquatic ecosystem conditions within the monitoring areas.
The National Research and Development Centre for Riverine and Lake Fisheries (NRDCRLF), Haa, under the Department of Livestock, is pleased to announce the publication of the โRainbow Trout Production and Extension Manualโ; the first comprehensive technical manual of its kind for Bhutan’s aquaculture sector.Why This Manual Matters Rainbow trout farming holds significant promise for Bhutan’s […]
The National Research and Development Centre for Riverine and Lake Fisheries (NRDCRLF) has completed conducting the annual monitoring and evaluation of the Harachhu Community-based Capture Fishery Management Group (CCFMG), Athang gewog, Wangdue. The programme included fish stock assessment along with socio-economic and environmental assessments, carried out with support and coordination from relevant stakeholders.
The post-monsoon fish monitoring programme under PHPA-II, conducted along the Punatshangchhu and its tributaries, was successfully completed from 29 December 2025 to 2 January 2026. The programme involved assessment of the effectiveness of the Environmental Flow (E-Flow) and monitoring of aquatic life.
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On the joyous occasion of the 118แตสฐ National Day, the National Research and Development Centre for Riverine and Lake Fisheries (NRDCR&LF) joins the nation in extending our deepest respect, heartfelt gratitude, and solemn prayers to our beloved Druk Gyalpo, the Royal Family, and the Wangchuck Dynasty for their enlightened and selfless leadership. This historic day […]
The Trout Breeding Centre under the National Research and Development Centre for Riverine and Lake Fisheries (NRDCR&LF), Haa, prepared high-value rainbow trout products, smoked trout fillet and red caviar on December 14, 2025, marking a key step in value addition and product diversification in Bhutanโs cold-water aquaculture sector. As part of the initiative, 10 kilograms […]
Today, the Royal Civil Service Medal Awarding Ceremony was officially held at the National Research and Development Centre for Riverine and Lake Fisheries (NRDCR&LF) to recognize the unwavering dedication and long-standing service of officials who have rendered exemplary service to the Tsa-Wa-Sum. The following staff members were conferred medals in recognition of their meritorious service: […]
The National Research and Development Centre for Riverine and Lake Fisheries (NRDCR&LF), Haa, has successfully completed the Post-Monsoon Environmental Monitoring Program along the Nikachhu and Mangdechhu river systems. The assessment, conducted from 13โ25 November 2025, involved the evaluation of river conditions, aquatic habitats, and fish populations as part of the Centreโs ongoing environmental monitoring activities […]
