Minister of Agriculture opens a press conference on the work of the Department of Agriculture.

Minister Thammanat opens a press conference on the work of the Department of Agriculture. On the occasion of the 50th anniversary, entering the 51st year, emphasizing the policy of "leading markets, additional innovation, increasing income"

Captain Thammanat Phromphao, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives presided over the opening ceremony of the Department of Agriculture's work announcement for the year 2023. On this occasion, he gave the policy "Leading markets, additional innovations, increasing incomes" that must be immediately put into practice within 100 days, consisting of Smart Agriculture to develop plant varieties that respond to Farmers' and marketing needs climate change The use of biological agents reduces the use of chemicals. Declaring war on counterfeit fertilizers and agricultural chemicals Declaring war on pests such as Cassava leaf spot disease Durian seed borer, etc.

We believe in the potential of the academic work that the Department of Agriculture has developed. Can be used to develop the country's agriculture sustainably

Captain Thammanat then witnessed the signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding and Licensing Agreement between the Department of Agricultural Visa and network partner agencies.

As well as presenting the Outstanding Research Award for the year 2022, the Royal Initiative Project Award. and Outstanding Special Project of the Year 2023, Outstanding Senior Researcher Award and the Outstanding Young Researcher Award for 2023, and a certificate of honor was given to the person who made a contribution to the Department of Agriculture, namely Mr. Rapeephat Chandrasriwong, Director-General of the Department of Agriculture.

Mr. Rapeephat Chandrasriwong, Director-General of the Department of Agriculture, said that Development of Thailand's agricultural sector It faces many challenges such as climate change. Disease outbreaks, insects, new pests, food security Future demand for healthy food International trade barriers such as carbon taxes, which the Department of Agriculture will implement Captain Thammanat's policy immediately under the concept of "Market-led research Heading towards the new economy Care about the environment.”

For the 2023 Department of Agriculture work announcement, held between 20 - 22 September, there will be an exhibition of research, innovation, and knowledge of the Department of Agriculture. including a discussion stage “Driving the agricultural sector with technology and innovation Aimed at making use of all dimensions.

Source: Thai News Agency