Bhutan became a party to and ratified the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in 1995 by the 73rd session of the National Assembly, recognizing the importance of biodiversity to humankind and its own goal of environmentally sustainable development and committed leadership in environmental conservation. The CBD is one of the most comprehensive international agreements, signed by 193 countries committed to the conservation and sustainable utilization of biological resources and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from access to biological resources. Bhutan also signed the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit-Sharing in 2011 to enable meaningful ABS collaborations that will benefit the country and the people at large through regulated access to biological resources in the country. The National Biodiversity Centre was designated as the National Focal Point for Nagoya Protocol on access to genetic resources and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from their utilization at the 44th Commission meeting of the National Environment Commission.
Biological resources effectively conserved, sustainable used and benefits equitably shared for enhancement of livelihood, food security and environmental well-being of the country.
Effective conservation, sustainable utilization and equitable sharing of benefits arising from access and use of biological resources.
To become a premier institute on biodiversity in the country resulting in the effective management of biodiversity and maximizing the benefits from it as well as contributing to international efforts toward conserving biodiversity.
News and Events
Stakeholders’ …
Stakeholders’ Consultation Workshop on Phase II of the Biodiversity for Opportunity, Livelihood and Development (BOLD) – Work Package 3: Enhancing Seed and Food Security through a Resilient Seed System in Bhutan On 19th June 2025, the National Biodiversity Centre (NBC) and the Department of Agriculture (DoA) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock jointly organized a […]
Cultural Tour Guide …
The National Biodiversity Centre (NBC) warmly welcomed 20 Cultural Tour Guide trainees from the Bhutan Institute of Tourism and Hospitality (BITH) for a field visit as part of their vocational training program. The visit provided the trainees with an opportunity to gain practical knowledge about Bhutan’s rich biodiversity and the vital role of NBC in […]
A Scoping Agreement …
In another significant step toward sustainable utilization of Bhutan’s rich biodiversity, a Scoping Agreement has been signed between TERRA Himalaya Pvt. Limited, a Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) company and the National Biodiversity Centre (NBC), Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MoAL). The agreement marks the beginning of a five-year collaboration focused on research and commercial development […]
NBC Bids Farewell to …
As her second assignment at the National Biodiversity Centre comes to an end, we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Barbara Meurer, GAICD, for her invaluable contributions over the past three months. During her time here, Dr. Barbara provided training to the officials at the Bioprospecting Laboratory focusing on biodiscovery research and […]
Review and Planning …
The Plant Genetic Resource service (PGR) under the National Biodiversity Centre as Project coordination Unit (PCU) organized and coordinated the project review and planning workshop for the BTFEC-supported project titled “Participatory on-farm conservation and sustainable utilization of native horticulture crop diversity.” The workshop brought together various project stakeholders to present and review the activities implemented […]
Launch of Access and …
The National Biodiversity Centre (NBC), under the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, has launched Bhutan’s first Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) logo to support ethical bioprospecting and promote businesses that comply with Bhutan’s ABS framework. This logo represents a major step toward the sustainable and responsible use of the country’s biological resources. It symbolizes compliance, […]
Announcements
Change in Nomenclatu …
The National Biodiversity Centre (NBC) would like to notify that two conservation centers under the Animal Genetic Resources Program have been renamed as per the letter no: RCSC/HRMD/11/2024/4442. The changes are as follows: National Nublang Breeding Centre, Tashiyangphu is now […]
Embrace Nature’s E …
The National Biodiversity Centre would like to inform the interested individuals that the much awaited Botanical Cafe is now available for rent, providing the ideal backdrop for unforgettable moments while enjoying serenity of our botanical haven. The Botanical Cafe, located […]
The Centre launches …
The Centre is pleased to announce the monumental launch of Pangtse Makhu. Pangtse Makhu is a traditionally used cooking oil produced by small farming communities in the Punakha Dzongkhag and elsewhere where the plant is found. It is made from […]
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