Reporters : Assoc. Prof. Chuinut Sujarit, Asst. Prof. Somboon Prasongchan,
Asst. Prof. Nutworadee Kanittinsuttitong,Prof. Natta Kachenpukdee

Indicator : 1.4.4

Date : October 24, 2022

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Upgrading entrepreneurs and Trang pepper production processes using the identity of wisdom to premium production standards 2023 at the Trang pepper plantation area. Yan Ta Khao District and Palian District, Trang Province

Results from two training sessions on organic standards for farmers found that Trang pepper farmers were very interested in requesting international organic standards. From the selection, there were 5 farmers/entrepreneurs producing organic pepper, which meets international organic standards. (IFOAM organic standards and European organic standards or EU Organic). The researchers invited experts in international organic agriculture to assess Trang pepper growers who would apply for international organic standards. To enable farmers to meet international organic standards, increase the value of products, develop the capabilities of farmers and entrepreneurs, raise the income level of those involved in the value chain, and increase the growth rate of the value of the grassroots/community economy.

An example of a certificate that farmers received as a result of Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya researchers supporting and promoting organic farming (Picture1).

Picture 1. Declaration of international organic agricultural standards EU, IFOAM

The knowledge provided by Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya equips farmers and entrepreneurs with the skills needed to excel in pepper field management, pepper processing, and achieve international certification. This expertise enables them to generate income by selling organic pepper, amounting to approximately 620,170 baht.

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