Project Activity

The sugarcane industry in Thailand continues to grapple with the widespread burning of sugarcane before and after harvest — a practice driven by economic and logistical challenges but with significant environmental and health repercussions. This session will examine the underlying factors perpetuating this issue, including financial constraints, labor shortages, and limited access to harvesting equipment.

 

The session will also present innovative solutions to maximize the value of sugarcane biomass. Topics include the utilization of sugarcane leaves in bioeconomy applications, the promotion of mechanized harvesting, and the application of technologies such as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and satellite imagery for yield assessment. These approaches aim to support the consolidation of smallholder plots, enabling large-scale mechanization, lowering transportation costs, and enhancing overall sustainability in the sugarcane supply chain.

 

Our speaker, Assoc. Prof. Khwantri Saengprachatanarug, is an esteemed researcher in agricultural engineering with expertise in precision agriculture, biomass utilization, and remote sensing applications. With extensive experience in employing UAVs and satellite imagery for agricultural assessment, she has made significant contributions to sustainable farming practices and mechanized harvesting solutions. Her research is dedicated to optimizing sugarcane production while mitigating environmental impacts, supporting Thailand’s transition to a more sustainable bioeconomy.

 

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