Bangladesh Overtakes Thailand in Rice Yield Per Acre Amidst Policy Challenges for Thai Agriculture
Naewna
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Key summary
Rice production per acre in Bangladesh now exceeds that of Thailand, attributed to long-term research strategies and seed distribution systems. Conversely, Thailand's rice sector faces structural challenges where government policies are cited as hindering the capabilities of the Department of Rice Industry (DRI), shifting focus from deep research to short-term populist measures like distributing electric tractors or providing subsidies.
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