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Group seeks axing of new rules 'favouring big players'
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 18/07/2025
» A pro-cannabis group has called on the Ministry of Public Health to immediately scrap a new ministerial regulation aimed at restricting cannabis use to medical purposes, warning it will lead to the monopolisation of the industry by large-scale investors and harm small operators.
Thailand’s cannabis ‘clinic’ transformation explained
Online Reporters, Published on 08/07/2025
» Only 2,000 of the estimated 18,000 cannabis shops in Thailand will be left once authorities complete their plan to convert dispensaries to clinics with resident doctors, a Ministry of Public Health official said on Tuesday.
Thai trade envoy pushes for Thai-Russia FTA talks
Published on 25/06/2025
» Thailand Trade Representative Umesh Pandey held high-level discussions with Russian officials, aimed at strengthening bilateral trade and investment and reviving negotiations for a free trade agreement between Thailand and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
Smart farming to drive wolffia's rise
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 03/06/2025
» Wolffia, a high-protein aquatic plant locally known as pham, has long been a part of the traditional diet of Northeast Thailand.
Transforming Thai Agriculture with Innovation and Sustainability
Published on 24/12/2024
» Agriculture has long been a cornerstone of Thailand's economy, employing about a third of the workforce and generating over $49 billion (approximately 167,500 million baht) in exports annually. It is not only a vital sector but also one of the country’s greatest opportunities for growth. Both the government and industry are committed to transforming Thailand’s agricultural sector into a global powerhouse. Modern technology, innovative practices, and sustainable solutions hold the key to unlocking its full potential.
Drones to help ageing farmers
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 20/12/2024
» The Department of Agriculture is promoting the use of drone technology to help the nation's ageing farmers.
Juice sales plunge amid Shine Muscat grape fears
Prasit Tangprasert, Published on 29/10/2024
» NAKHON RATCHASIMA - Grape and fruit juice vendors are reporting plunging sales amid consumer concerns over the contamination found in imported Shine Muscat grapes.
Alarm raised about contaminated grapes
Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 25/10/2024
» The Thai Pesticide Alert Network (Thai-PAN) has warned about contamination of Shine Muscat grapes, after finding that most of the samples it collected contained hazardous chemical residues above maximum permitted levels.
Sustainable Shopping and Circular Economy at Sustainability Expo 2024
Published on 01/10/2024
» As sustainability continues to emerge as a global priority, events like the Sustainability Expo 2024 (SX 2024) serve as vital platforms for driving meaningful action. The expo, recognised as the largest sustainability event in ASEAN, brings together policymakers, businesses, and innovators to address pressing environmental issues. More importantly, it actively engages the public in practising sustainability. Two key attractions at SX 2024 are the SX Marketplace Zone and the SX Repartment Store Zone, both showcasing how sustainable consumption can significantly contribute to environmental goals. These areas offer hands-on experiences to promote responsible consumption and emphasise the importance of the circular economy.
‘Unsafe’ Chinese plug-in bug repellent devices seized
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 17/09/2024
» Officials have seized about 7,300 Chinese-made plug-in bug repellent devices from three warehouses in Bangkok, saying they could pose a health hazard and fire risk.