Royal push for sustainable farming in East Pattaya

Photo courtesy of Pattaya Mail

The Phueng Luang Asawin Foundation has unveiled an ambitious plan to turn hundreds of rai in Huay Yai, East Pattaya, into a sustainable agricultural powerhouse.

Locals packed a community forum on Sunday, September 8 to hear the exciting details of a project that promises to revolutionise their livelihoods.

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The foundation, established by Mom Chao Pansawali Kitiyakara, mother of Her Royal Highness Princess Soamsawali, is spearheading a massive initiative aimed at boosting local incomes through sustainable farming. The project will focus on crop rotation, vegetable cultivation, and economic crops, utilising several hundred rai of land.

But that’s not all – 25 rai will be set aside for a vibrant community market, allowing local farmers to sell their produce directly to consumers, further strengthening the region’s economy. The project also includes plans to upgrade public utilities in the land reform area, improving the quality of life for all involved.

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Presiding over the forum, Praphat Yangthara, joined by prominent figures such as Wirat Joyjinda, President of the Pattaya City Motherland Fund Network, and senior naval officers, emphasised the project’s critical role.

“This initiative is about creating a self-sustaining agricultural community that benefits not just the residents but the entire region.”

Forum participants engaged in lively discussions about how to improve sustainable agricultural practices, ensuring the project’s long-term success, reported Pattaya Mail.

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In related news, the Mae Moh Agricultural Community in Lampang province is witnessing a significant transformation in its farming practices, focusing on modern and sustainable methods. Red oak, green oak, kale, cos, frisée iceberg, and other fresh vegetables are thriving in the community’s plots, ready for harvest. This shift towards a modern farming model is a step towards Smart Farming for the region.

In other news, in a bold step towards a greener future, Nong Yai Police Station in East Pattaya has gone solar, slashing energy costs and setting a shining example for other public institutions. The station, now powered by an impressive 12-kilowatt solar system, is leading the charge in sustainable energy practices.

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