China is testing its new ethanol facility in Shaanxi province, expected to produce 500,000 tonnes annually from coal, reducing demand for Thai tapioca exports. Chumphol Kajohnchalearmsak, president of the Thai Tapioca Starch Association, highlighted rising production costs and a significant drop in Chinese demand, urging government support to enhance competitiveness.
Ingredion pioneers CMD-resistant cassava varieties in Thailand, safeguarding farmers' incomes and bolstering the cassava industry against disease threats. Developed in collaboration with the Thai Tapioca Development Institute, these high-yield varieties promise sustainability and profitability for local agriculture.
Thai Wah, a leader in Southeast Asia's agriculture and food sectors, joins the SAI Platform community to drive sustainable practices. With operations across six countries and a diverse product portfolio, they aim to impact over 1 million farmers by 2028. Recent recognition for sustainability efforts underscores their dedication to responsible sourcing and farmer livelihoods.
BIOTEC-NSTDA introduces innovative diagnostic tests for Sri Lankan cassava mosaic virus (SLCMV), addressing the threat of Cassava Mosaic Disease (CMD) in Thailand's cassava industry. These tests, including ELISA and ICG strip tests, enable early detection, supporting effective disease management and safeguarding the nation's agricultural economy.
The 14th Thailand-Cambodia Technical Cooperation Meeting in Chiang Mai on Feb. 23-24, 2017 acknowledged progress in the development work plan. Extended to 2021 due to COVID-19, focusing on public health, education, and agriculture, particularly enhancing productivity and cooperative systems, and improving fisheries and aquaculture.
On March 17, 2021, Governor Wichian Chandranotai oversaw the donation of Kubota trucks to cassava enterprises and visited a booth at the Cassava Development Institute, focusing on cassava varieties and mealybug prevention.
On October 9, 2021, the Tapioca Development Institute Foundation of Thailand welcomed several companies to discuss guidelines for procuring and developing WAXY seedlings for planting in 2021-2022.
The Cassava Development Institute welcomed students from Dan Khun Thot School for a study tour. They learned about cassava varieties, diseases, pest control with parasitic wasps, and soil preparation.
On March 18, 2021, the Cassava Development Institute shared knowledge on clean cassava cutting varieties at Muak Lek District's Learning Center.
The Cassava Development Institute of Thailand, led by Professor Dr. Charoensak Rojanaritpichet and Mr. Boonmee Wattanaruangrong, introduced Thailand's first leaf spot disease-resistant cassava variety, with plans for further propagation in 2023.
The association met with representatives from three cassava associations to discuss private sector views on the draft Cassava and Cassava Products Act, covering Thai cassava import-export rules. The meeting occurred on September 14, 2015, at the Thai Tapioca Starch Association.
On December 15, 2023, the Cassava Development Institute of Thailand Foundation convened to review advancements in the Waxy cassava sector, discussing challenges and expansion plans. They pledged to create disease-resistant varieties and improve propagation methods to address seedling shortages.
Ms. Ampai Jaruwatkul, Vice President, and Mr. Atthaphon Lertwanichdilok, Association Manager, represented the association at the "KORAT TAPIOCA FAIR 2016“ opening ceremony on January 7, 2016. at Suraphat Building 2, Suranaree University of Technology.
Association representatives, including the President, Vice-Presidents, Secretary-General, and Manager, met with the Department of Foreign Trade on September 15, 2015, discussing import-export measures with the Thai Tapioca Starch Association and guidelines for cassava products.
Association Vice Presidents and Manager attended a meeting organized by the Ministry of Commerce to evaluate cassava production and marketing, including 2015/16 market management guidelines, on October 9, 2015.
The Association's Agricultural Machinery Development Subcommittee observed a demonstration of a semi-automatic cassava digging prototype by B.T.O. Auto Parts Co., Ltd., in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture and the National Innovation Agency. This occurred on February 3, 2016 in Ban Bueng District, Chonburi Province.
Mr. Boonmee Wattanaruangrong, Secretary-General, welcomed Mr. Richard Maru, Papua New Guinea's Minister of Trade and Industry, sharing Thai cassava industry insights to support Papua New Guinea's cassava industry development at the Thai Tapioca Starch Association on January 26, 2016.
Ms. Ampai Jaruwatkul, Vice President, Mr. Thamrongdet Inthanivet, Advisor, and Mr. Atthaphon Lertwanichdilok, Association Manager, discussed cassava market expansion strategies. Meeting: June 6, 2016 at Department of Foreign Trade, Ministry of Commerce.
The Cassava Association requested a meeting to report the cassava leaf spot virus outbreak to the NBMC Chairman and the Agriculture Minister. They aim to discuss prevention measures. The letter was also sent to the Cassava Development Institute's Managing Director.
Mr. Ma Jianjian, Admin Supervisor at COFCO Biochemical (Thailand) Co., Ltd., along with association members, including Mr. Zhu Yongsheng, Executive Director of CSIA, and Ms. Yufei Wang, Director of DCE, met with the association. They discussed Chinese corn starch production and trade, while seeking information on the Thai cassava industry.
The association organized a trip to Cambodia and Vietnam to study cassava production, exploring cultivation areas, and monitoring cassava starch trade. Sixteen people traveled together from June 20th to 23rd, 2018.
On August 30, 2023, the Cassava Development Institute of Thailand Foundation organized a Field Day event to showcase disease-resistant cassava varieties and discuss strategies to combat cassava leaf spot disease. Stakeholders, including government agencies, researchers, and farmers, participated, aiming to promote commercial planting of these varieties.
On July 20, 2023, the Cassava Development Institute of Thailand Foundation organized a meeting with industry stakeholders, including executives and farmers, to address the shortage of Waxy plants. Led by key figures, the meeting aimed to discuss the foundation's mission and plans for sustainable plant propagation.
The Cassava Development Institute warmly received teachers and students from Khompisit Wittaya School for a field trip. The team is eager to share knowledge and ensure an enjoyable experience.
The Cassava Development Institute welcomes farmers from Nong Nam Sai Subdistrict, Sa Kaeo Province, to exchange cassava cultivation knowledge.
The Cassava Development Institute joined a booth to promote resilient cassava varieties and clean cuttings, aiding the campaign against cassava leaf spot disease. Organized by the Nakhon Ratchasima Provincial Agricultural Office on September 6-7, 2022, in two districts, the event also saw the institute offering parasitic hornets to farmers to control pink mealybugs in cassava.
The Cassava Development Institute of Thailand Foundation organized an activity to distribute 100 Huai Bong potato plant stems to all farmers who registered to receive cassava.
The Association convened its 2014/2015 Annual General Meeting, No. 39/2014, on Tuesday, March 24, 2015, during which the Association's Executive Committee No. 26 (April 1, 2015 - March 31, 2017) was elected, comprising 19 members.
The meeting on May 8, 2015, discussed research methods for cassava machinery. Representatives from various agencies proposed strategies for advancing machinery development.
On Wednesday June 3, 2015, the subcommittee, along with representatives from the Department of Agriculture, the National Innovation Agency, and B.T. Auto Parts Company, met to explore collaboration on cassava machinery development at B.T. Auto Parts Company in Chonburi Province.
The Cassava Survey Team assessed production and trade from August 20th to 25th, 2015. They presented findings at a meeting, with Mr. Preecha Temprom, President of the association, as an honorary guest. The meeting was held on August 25, 2015, at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G, Chonburi Province.
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