Thailand: The research project to increase the productivity of good coconut varieties solves the problem of insufficient productivity and the use of monkey labor for harvesting

Department of Agriculture Conduct a research project to increase the efficiency of production of good coconut varieties. Solve the problem of insufficient yields and using monkey labor to harvest Promote the use of good coconut varieties for planting in the area of old coconut plantations and potential areas Increase channels for farmers to access good varieties that meet the standards of the Department of Agriculture thoroughly, create a career, reduce trade barriers as well as increase options and income for farmers Mr. Rapeepat Chandrasriwong, Director-General of the Department of Agriculture, revealed that the current coconut production is insufficient to meet the demand. Must import coconuts from abroad The main cause is Most of the coconut trees are over 40 years old. Lack of management and maintenance. There is a shortage of good varieties of coconut trees that produce fruitful and short trees because most of the coconuts that are grown are tall Thai varieties. less ...