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Rice prices a hot political issue in Japan
AFP, Published on 12/06/2025
» SANJO, Japan - All is calm at Satoshi Yamazaki's rice farm, with its freshly planted rows of vivid-green seedlings, but a row over the cost of the staple in Japan is threatening to deal the government a blow at the ballot box.
Green tech startups touted on world stage
Business, Suchit Leesa-nguansuk, Published on 09/06/2025
» Thailand is promoting green tech and climate tech startups on the international stage to capitalise on the accelerating sustainability movement.
Morocco set for sheepless Eid as drought persists
AFP, Published on 05/06/2025
» KHEMISSET, Morocco - As the Islamic festival of Eid al-Adha approaches, Fatima Kharraz can't seem to find the usual sense of celebration after drought-stricken Morocco urged people to forego the traditional sheep sacrifice this year.
Cambodia, Laos restrict livestock imports
News, Post Reporters, Published on 08/05/2025
» Cambodia and Laos have temporarily banned the import of livestock and related animal products from Thailand to prevent anthrax outbreaks.
US tariffs set to dent foreign investment
Nareerat Wiriyapong, Published on 29/04/2025
» Foreign direct investment (FDI), especially investment coming from China, is expected to be hard hit by America's reciprocal tariff policy, says a unit of China Galaxy Securities (CGS), a state-owned brokerage, which noted that the steep US tariff would dent Thai GDP by about 1% this year.
Trade talks need care
News, Editorial, Published on 14/04/2025
» The United States' recent move to impose reciprocal tariffs under the Trump administration has sent shockwaves through the global economy. Thailand, which has the 11th largest trade surplus with the US, is facing a 36% import tariff hike -- a development that warrants utmost concern by our policymakers.
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.
Thai Union Feedmill targets B10bn revenue by 2030
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 26/03/2025
» Thai Union Feedmill Plc (TFM), a manufacturer and distributor of animal feed, aims to reach revenue of 10 billion baht by 2030 with a compound annual growth rate of 11%.
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.
VIV Asia 2025 Opens as Asia’s Premier Agrifood Trade Show
Published on 13/03/2025
» VIV Asia 2025, the leading international trade exhibition for the animal protein production industry, returns with its largest edition to date. The highly anticipated event, co-located with Meat Pro Asia and Horti Agri Next (HAN) Asia, officially opened on 12 March. Running until 14 March 2025, the event brings together global industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to shape the future of sustainable food production and agribusiness in Asia.