The first agriculture-based tourism site in Trashigang district is coming up in Yomdi under Bart sham Gewog, marking a new step toward promoting rural tourism and farm-based livelihoods in eastern Bhutan.
Spread across 16 acres, the land had remained fallow for over 20 years after floods damaged the irrigation channel. Revival efforts began six years ago after farm roads improved access to the area. The district administration has now formally identified Yomdi as an Agri-tourism site, where visitors can experience village life, traditional farming practices and local cuisine.
In the initial phase, key infrastructure works have been completed, including flood mitigation measures and the construction of a river protection boulder wall. A bridge connecting the site to the Rangjung–Trashigang road has also been built, improving accessibility.
Currently, ten households are cultivating paddy on the reclaimed land and planning to diversify into fruit trees, sugarcane and banana to enhance income. Farmers have also received chain-link fencing support to protect their crops.
Residents say the project has not only revived agricultural activity but also encouraged them to improve their homes and surroundings in anticipation of tourists. The initiative is expected to generate additional income, promote sustainable farming and showcase rural Bhutan’s culture and lifestyle to visitors.
With infrastructure in place and farming activities underway, Yomdi is poised to become a model for agri-tourism development in the region.
