The training is aimed at enhancing skills in preparing nutritious meals while also improving institutional food planning. Officials from the Department of Agriculture stressed the importance of food safety, sustainable food production, and balanced nutrition in schools and institutions. “Aside from preparation, a balanced diet and nutritious food planning are very important. One should plan what to eat and prepare a variety of nutritious food,” said Pema Gyalpo, Secretary, Japan Alumni Association of Bhutan. “We were not aware of how important it is to prepare nutritious food.