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Panel gives nod to 30 Northeast projects
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 29/04/2025
» A public-private joint committee has approved 30 development projects worth over 16.4 billion baht that will be carried out across the upper Northeast.
Peta monkey claims still hurt sellers
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 14/06/2023
» A group of Thai coconut milk producers has urged the government to act fast and hire a lobbyist to move against Peta (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) after the animal rights group made fresh accusations concerning domestic farmers' treatment of monkeys.
Shippers deny coconut milk rumour
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 16/06/2022
» The Commerce Ministry and food exporters brushed aside reports that Walmart, the giant US retailer, is dropping a Thai coconut milk brand on allegations of forced monkey labour, insisting such practices are a relic of the past.
Industry to shun 'cruel' monkey antics
News, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 09/07/2020
» Coconut product makers have reached an agreement with the government to voluntarily set up a system to allow products to be traced back to their origins to ensure they aren't made from produce picked by monkeys, Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanawisit said yesterday.
Tag team to promote farm goods
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 11/06/2020
» The Commerce Ministry has teamed up with the Agriculture and Cooperatives Ministry to drive a marketing-led production strategy, aiming to upgrade Thailand to a hub for quality agricultural products and food.