Bangkok, Nov. 3 -- Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has affirmed that agriculture is a pillar of the economy and should be designated a national agenda priority, with the aim of increasing farmers' incomes, adding value to agricultural products and strengthening the country's role in ensuring food security.
Speaking at a cabinet meeting in Udon Thani province on November 3, Anutin said the government will develop an agricultural policy with specific objectives while mobilising coordination and support from ministries and agencies.
Agriculture not only ensures food supplies but also has the potential to become a source of energy in the future, he said. Thailand therefore needs to promote the development of key economic crops, secure...