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Exclusive Interview: “Arada” Aims to Retain Thailand’s Position as World’s Top Tapioca Exporter
Published on 25/07/2025
» The Department of Foreign Trade (DFT) under the supervision of the Ministry of Commerce is gearing up to host the World Tapioca Conference 2025 (WTC 2025) in Bangkok, positioning Thailand firmly on the global stage as the world’s leading tapioca producer and exporter.
Coalition parties tense as economy falters
Business, Wichit Chantanusornsiri, Published on 03/06/2025
» Thai politics has not reached a dead end, but mounting pressure from a sluggish economy is likely to affect the future of the two main coalition parties -- Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai -- according to a scholar on political economy.
Vachara Leegomonchai Leads CLP’s Sustainable Farming Revolution
Published on 22/05/2025
» Bangkok – 2025 – Under the visionary leadership of Vachara Leegomonchai, Chief Executive Officer of CLP Group, the company is transforming Thailand’s agricultural sector by championing sustainability, research, and innovation. With a strategic focus on government collaboration, education, and advanced technology, CLP aims to create a thriving ecosystem that benefits both farmers and local communities.
XAG, Chia Tai Launch Smart Agriculture Service Hub
Published on 20/05/2025
» XAG has officially launched its first Authorised Service Centre in Thailand—and Southeast Asia—in collaboration with Chia Tai, offering professional repair and maintenance services for agricultural drones and smart farming equipment. Located in Bang Nam Priao District, Chachoengsao Province, the centre forms a vital part of the Chia Tai Experience, an initiative designed to empower Thai farmers through cutting-edge agricultural solutions.
Thai Coconut Industry Unites to End Monkey Labour
Published on 27/03/2025
» Bangkok, 31 March 2025 – Thai Coconut Industry Group, in collaboration with Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand (WFFT), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve the welfare of monkeys potentially used in Thailand's coconut industry. This landmark agreement marks the first formal commitment to address this complex issue. The initiative begins with a joint project to care for monkeys currently or formerly used in agriculture and industry. The groups will then work to expand cooperation with relevant government agencies to advocate for legislation prohibiting the use of monkeys for coconut harvesting, coupled with rigorous enforcement. The agreement also promotes the adoption of modern harvesting techniques and the cultivation of dwarf coconut varieties. The core objective is to create lasting positive change within the industry and improve the perception of the Thai coconut industry on the global stage.
Nestlé Thailand Accelerates Sustainability Efforts with Net Zero Goals
Published on 19/03/2025
» The company reaffirms its commitment to environmental responsibility, driving impactful initiatives in line with its goal to achieve Net Zero by 2050.
Stop foreign land grabs
Oped, Editorial, Published on 14/03/2025
» The latest report on Chinese investors buying protected forest land to expand their durian plantations is worrying. This is more than just an illegal land grab, however. Soon, the whole durian supply chain will feel the impact. As such, these blatant land grabs must be stopped with a sense of urgency.
Smart drive to boost rice farming
News, Published on 28/02/2025
» Thailand is looking to strengthen its rice farming sector by introducing a climate-smart initiative for growers nationwide.
Turning the Blackchin Tilapia Crisis into Opportunity
Published on 14/02/2025
» A joint initiative led by the Rubber Authority of Thailand, alongside the Department of Fisheries, private sector partners, and local communities, is transforming the Blackchin tilapia crisis into an opportunity through innovative, research-driven solutions. These coordinated efforts aim to reduce the invasive species’ population, restore ecosystems, and create new economic opportunities.
Sowing Resilience: How Thailand’s Farmers Can Thrive Amid Climate Change
Published on 06/01/2025
» Op-ed attributable to Areeya Obidiegwu, Assistant Professor Department of Agricultral and Resource Economics, Kasetsart University.