Minister of Agriculture Discusses with FAO to Promote Innovation for Sustainable Food Security
On August 27, 2026, Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, held discussions with Mr. Qu Dongyu, Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), to establish guidelines for cooperation in making Thailand's agricultural sector more modern and sustainable.
This discussion focused on applying modern science and technology to food production systems to address global challenges, such as climate change, which impacts agricultural yields, as well as increasing the efficiency of natural resource management to maximize benefits.
Mr. Suriya emphasized that Thailand prioritizes improving the quality of life for farmers through the use of innovation, which will help farmers reduce production costs and increase the value of Thai agricultural products in the global market. Furthermore, this initiative aims to create long-term food security for the country in accordance with FAO international standards.
For his part, the FAO Director-General expressed readiness to support Thailand in exchanging knowledge and smart farming techniques, aiming for Thailand's agricultural sector to serve as a model for safe and environmentally friendly food production for the Asian region.
This collaboration between the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives and the FAO marks a significant step in helping Thailand adapt rapidly to the changing global landscape. It is hoped that the adoption of technology will help strengthen the grassroots economy and promote the sustainable growth of the Thai agricultural sector in the future.