Nonthaburi, Minister of Commerce Announcement of the best Jasmine rice and Thai rice of the year Supporting farmers and mills to maintain high quality Expand the market around the world Pointing out that last year rice exports reached 8.76 million tons, the highest in 5 years, with jasmine rice still maintaining good export levels despite higher prices than competitors. Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce Presiding over the announcement of results and award ceremony of the Thailand Jasmine Rice Contest 2023 (41st time) and the Outstanding Quality Rice Contest of Thailand 2023, organized by the Department of Internal Trade. To find and preserve Thai excellent quality jasmine rice. Promote the cultivation of good quality jasmine rice. and create a model for farmers Responding primarily to the needs of consumers who prefer high quality news. There is also a marketing connection for farmers who win the contest to add value, create income, and expand distribution channels for farmers and agricultural institutions in a sustainable way. Rice is the main economic crop of Thailand. Involving more than 4.7 million farmer households And people in most countries consume rice as their main food. Reflects the food and economic security of the country. Including being involved with many farmer brothers and sisters. The government through the Ministry of Commerce recognizes the importance of Thai farmers who are the backbone of the nation, implementing policies, developing, supporting and promoting farmers. Under the principle of "market leading, additional innovation, increasing income" so that farmers have increased income. Jasmine rice is considered a rice in the premium rice market that is famous for its unique identity. It has long, slender, beautiful seeds. It has a shiny color. When cooked, it has an aroma similar to the smell of pandanus leaves. Soft and smooth taste Therefore, it is the most popular among consumers both in Thailand and abroad. Even though the price is higher than o ther types of rice, it is still in demand in the market. In order to maintain quality continuously Policy upgrading in both production and quality control is therefore necessary. To build confidence for consumers and for Thailand to remain as the world's premier source of production and export of jasmine rice. Thailand is an important producer of rice in the world. However, in 2023, Thailand was able to export rice as high as 8.76 million tons, considered the highest in the past 5 years, valued at over 178,135 million baht, an increase of 28 percent over last year. Jasmine rice still maintains Export levels are good even though prices are higher than competitors. The export volume in 2023 is at 1.32 million tons, an increase of 5.6 percent from 2022. Important export markets include the United States, China, Canada and Hong Kong, having traveled to many countries and gaining appreciation for Thai rice. Whether it is China in many provinces, the United States and many other countries. Everyone praises it even though the price is higher than other places. But you can still feel the specialness of Thai jasmine rice. Mr. Wattanasak Sueaiam, Director-General of the Department of Internal Trade, said that Today's Thailand Jasmine Rice Contest is divided into 2 categories: individual farmer category and types of farmer institutions This time, farmers growing jasmine rice from 22 provinces in the northeastern and northern regions submitted a total of 967 rice samples to the contest and also brought samples of white rice from those who applied to participate in the contest. Academic rice quality inspection both chemical and physical Sent to the contest judges both at the provincial and national levels for consideration and selection until a total of 21 winners were awarded, divided into 18 individual farmers and 3 from farmer institutes, as honorary plaques and certificates of honor. With prize money totaling more than 625,000 baht, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce presented awards to farmers and mill o perators. Producer of quality rice Winners of the Thailand Outstanding Quality Rice Contest 2023 include 11 awards in various categories such as jasmine rice, Thai fragrant rice, and long-grain glutinous rice. For the list of winners of the Thailand Jasmine Rice Contest for the year 2023 includes: Types of individual farmers include: First prize: Mr. Narong Chanthung, Ubon Ratchathani Province 1st runner-up award, Mrs. Chansombong, Phayao Province 2nd runner-up award: Mr. Surian Sanglai, Surin Province Types of farmer institutions include: First prize Naked Jasmine Rice Community Enterprise, Village No. 5, Muang Thong Subdistrict, Roi Et Province 1st runner-up award, Agricultural Cooperative for Customer Marketing, BAAC, Nakhon Phanom Company Limited, Nakhon Phanom Province 2nd runner-up award, Community Rice Center, Organic Rice, Mae O Subdistrict, Chiang Rai Province At the event, there was an MOU to buy and sell jasmine rice in advance at market prices. Higher than the market price of 500 baht/ton , 6 pairs, more than 343.4 tons, to ensure that high quality rice has a market to support. For those interested, more information can be found at Department of Internal Trade website www.dit.go.th or Line@ MR.DIT . Source: Thai News Agency
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