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August 20–21, 2025: The aquaculture spotlight will shine on Chiang Mai, Thailand as industry leaders, scientists, and producers convene for the 14th edition of The Aquaculture Roundtable Series (TARS) 2025—the region’s most influential forum on shrimp farming and aquatic sustainability. Why TARS 2025 Matters At a time of mounting challenges and shifting market dynamics,…
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Introduction – The Current State of Play: Thailand’s Fresh Coconut Market in 2025 Thailand’s fresh coconut industry is going through a pivotal transformation. In 2025, the market is grappling with a combination of climate-driven disruptions, shifting global demand, and rising competition from neighboring countries and foreign investors. Prolonged droughts and invasive pests have slashed…
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Introduction – Delving into Thailand’s Reputation for Quality Chips If you’re sourcing chips—whether fruit-based, grain-based, or even potato—from Asia, Thailand should be on your radar. Why? Because this tropical powerhouse is more than just a vacation hotspot. It’s a global player when it comes to producing high-quality chips, combining age-old farming wisdom with modern…
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Southeast Asia is more than the heartland of global rice production. It’s a living laboratory where culinary heritage meets agricultural excellence. From the aromati Thai Hom Mali to the globally celebrated ST25 from Vietnam, the region produces some of the world’s most sought – after rice varieties. These cultivars don’t just feed millions; they…
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1. Export Prices: Multi-Year Lows Despite Tight Spot Spikes Benchmark (FOB) 24 Jul 2025 Price Weekly Δ 12-Mth Trend Main Driver Thailand 5% Broken USD 380-385 t ≈ flat -14% YoY; 8-yr low Lukewarm demand, strong baht Vietnam 5% Broken USD 380-390 t +1-3 USD -12% YoY Summer-autumn crop peaking India 5% Parboiled USD…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Bamboo Sector in Thailand If you’re in the bamboo business or looking to source bamboo from Thailand, 2025 has been a whirlwind. From sudden tariff changes to environmental curveballs, the Thai bamboo market is walking a tightrope. As of late July 2025, a series of impactful developments…
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Introduction – Thailand’s Tapioca Starch Market: A Quantitative Overview When it comes to tapioca starch, Thailand stands tall as a global powerhouse. Not only is it one of the largest producers and exporters of tapioca starch in the world, but the industry also plays a vital role in the Thai economy. With over 500,000…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Green Coffee Sector in Thailand Thailand’s green coffee industry is at a pivotal moment. As of Q3 2025, the market is being reshaped by a mix of global economic shifts, domestic production declines, and an evolving consumer base. Local coffee demand is booming — the market grew…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Cocoa Beans Sector in Thailand Thailand’s Cocoa Beans market is buzzing with activity as we enter Quarter 3 of 2025. Recent policy reforms targeting agricultural exports, coupled with new bilateral trade agreements with major chocolate-importing countries like Japan and Germany, have positioned Thailand as a rising star…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Passion Fruit Sector in Thailand Thailand’s passion fruit industry is currently riding a rollercoaster of change. As of August 2025, the market is being shaped by a perfect storm of government initiatives, trade tensions, unpredictable weather, and shifting global demand. Sounds intense? It is—and if you’re sourcing…