Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) extends educational opportunities beyond campus through community outreach, practical training, and knowledge transfer. The university shares academic expertise and applied technologies with local communities to support lifelong learning, professional skill development, and sustainable practices. In 2025, these efforts included agricultural training, Smart Farming demonstrations, and technology transfer programmes that provided farmers and community members with practical knowledge to improve agricultural productivity and support sustainable livelihoods.
RUTS Promotes Sustainable Agriculture through Smart Farming Technology and Community Knowledge Transfer
On 24 April 2025, the Faculty of Agriculture, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS), participated in “Field Day 2025: Agricultural Technology Transfer for the New Production Season” at Phipun Sangkarak Pracha Uthit School, Phipun District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, Thailand. The event brought together government agencies, private organizations, and educational institutions to share agricultural knowledge and innovations with local farmers and community members.
RUTS showcased and demonstrated modern agricultural technologies, including Smart Farming systems, intelligent greenhouses, and Internet of Things (IoT) applications for farm management, alongside student research projects. Through these demonstrations and knowledge-sharing activities, farmers and local residents gained practical knowledge of innovative agricultural practices and how these technologies could be applied to improve farming efficiency and support sustainable agricultural development.
RUTS Promotes Sustainable Agriculture through Community-Based Farmer Training and Knowledge Transfer
On 16 May 2025, academic staff from the Faculty of Agriculture, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS), participated as speakers and exhibition contributors in the Farmer Capacity Development Project 2025, held at Wattana Park Hotel, Trang Province, Thailand. The initiative aimed to enhance agricultural knowledge, promote sustainable farming practices, and improve economic opportunities for local farmers and interested community members.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Napatsawan Liamnimit delivered a presentation on “Quality Trang Pepper Production and Crop Management,” sharing practical knowledge on pepper cultivation, product quality improvement, post-harvest management, processing, and marketing. RUTS academic staff also contributed their expertise through exhibitions and knowledge-sharing activities, introducing agricultural technologies and approaches to improving crop productivity and quality standards.
The training provided opportunities for farmers and community members to exchange experiences, strengthen agricultural networks, and explore ways to improve product quality, market opportunities, and household income.
RUTS and the Rubber Authority of Thailand Collaborate to Empower Young Farmers through Sustainable Rubber Farming Education
On 6 May 2025, the Faculty of Agriculture, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS), met with representatives from the Rubber Authority of Thailand (RAOT), Thung Song Branch, to discuss the implementation of the Young Smart Farmer Development Project under the concept “New Young Bleed Plus Idea.”
The project was subsequently conducted by RUTS and RAOT in two training cohorts, with the first held on 19–20 May 2025 and the second on 21–22 May 2025. The training aimed to strengthen young rubber farmers’ knowledge, practical skills, and professional competencies in efficient and sustainable rubber plantation management. It emphasized the application of modern technologies and innovations to rubber production, processing, and marketing to improve product quality, increase agricultural value, and strengthen competitiveness.
The programme also sought to develop networks among young rubber farmers, encourage the continuation of rubber farming within families and communities, and support sustainable rural livelihoods. Participants who successfully met the training requirements were eligible to receive professional qualification certificates and occupational competency certification from the Thailand Professional Qualification Institute (TPQI), providing formal recognition of their professional skills.
Related Links
https://agr.rmutsv.ac.th/ruts/2025/04/24/16474/
https://agr.rmutsv.ac.th/ruts/2025/05/17/17224/