Project promoting sea grapes for coastal communities in Trang Province

28 Jun 2023

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

Evidence Date : 28 June 2023

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Related Indicators : Please put related SDGs indicators 1.4.1, 1.4.2, 1.4.3, 1.4.4

Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya, Trang Campus In collaboration with the National Research Council of Thailand ( NRCT ), the “ Research for Community” project was implemented to enhance innovation in organic cultivation and processing of Caulerpa lentillifera . which is a plant with high nutritional value and is in demand both in the domestic and international markets. Under the leadership of Asst . Prof. Dr. Prasit Thong Noonui and Assoc . Prof. Dr. Chutinuch honest Together with the community in Khao Mai Kaew Subdistrict Sikao District And the ant house Koh Libong Subdistrict Trang Province By establishing a research and learning center for organic seaweed cultivation and processing Create jobs and increase income for coastal communities sustainably. This process has helped coastal communities start sustainable businesses. Ready to support communities to have long-term economic strength and stability

Key innovations developed in this project namely Patented sea grape washing machine To increase safety and cleanliness in consumption Ready to reduce the time in the cleaning process The research team also shared the method of transforming sea grapes into new products. Etc. such as Fish crackers mixed with seaweed Seaweed in brine Fish balls mixed with seaweed And seaweed salad roll which creates added value for local products By receiving knowledge transfer on cleaning Size sorting Safe and attractive packaging Including the preparation of cost – benefit accounts and calculation of production costs This helps communities to have basic skills and knowledge in doing business. Including helping them access new marketing opportunities. Etc. Efficiently

The project also serves as a case study promoting local economic development approaches through sustainable use of natural resources. It can be applied as a guideline for policy-making to develop the economy of other coastal communities. Etc. can By increasing the capacity and income of coastal communities in Trang Province