His Majesty the King makes numerous efforts to improve the living conditions of farmers by following in his father’s footsteps and has strong knowledge of agriculture.
PUBLISHED: 15 Jul 2024 at 04: 30
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Since he was the Crown Prince, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua has long been aware of the significance of crops, which is the foundation of the country’s economy.
He has made a number of efforts to improve the circumstances of producers all over the nation, efforts that have forged stronger relations between farmers and the king, who frequently relied on His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great’s writings to persuade his efforts in the agricultural industry.
In addition, he is contributing to farmers ‘ recollections of King Bhumibol’s accomplishments, many of whom have had the opportunity to witness his numerous field-related accomplishments.
His Majesty the King presides over Sanam Luang’s annual royal tillage service. This festival signifies the start of the rainy season and encourages farmers to begin planting their vegetables.
He also actively promotes sustainable farming practices, as demonstrated by his recent visit to Bueng Phai Khaek in Suphan Buri’s Muang region, where he helped show the best methods for using compost in grain farming.
In a field in Ban Pa Na in Si Prachan city, he furthermore planted the renowned” Pathum Thani 1″ corn during this journey. The monarch’s presence in a niche and his extensive knowledge of agriculture impressed local producers.
Some farmers have also benefited from “mobile agricultural hospitals,” a program he started under his care in 2002.