Preah Vihear: Dr. Kao Thach, the Royal Government Delegate in charge of the Agricultural and Rural Development Bank (ARDB), on the afternoon of July 10, 2026, led colleagues and members of the Teja Farmers Network Association to learn about planting coffee under cashew trees and raising coffee seedlings at the Huot Dara cashew farm in Pal Hal commune, Preah Vihear city, as well as inspecting the site for preparing to implement aquaculture and animal production projects at the refugee site in Thmey commune, Kulen district, Preah Vihear province.
The visit aims to explore the potential for developing agricultural production in the region and promote the implementation of projects that can create sustainable sources of food, jobs and income for the people, especially those living in refugee camps.
During his visit to the Huot Dara cashew farm, Dr. Kao Thach expressed his appreciation for the implementation of a mixed cropping model by choosing to plant coffee under cashew trees, combined with the cultivation of coffee seedlings, which can increase economic value.
The doctor encouraged farm owners to continue to expand the cultivation of Robusta coffee, which has high market potential and can provide good economic returns, both for supply in the province and for trade to other regions, compared to varieties with lower market demand.
In particular, in inspecting the sites preparing to implement aquaculture and animal production projects in refugee camps, HE the doctor urged the team to plan and implement the project quickly and effectively so that people can start producing and create additional jobs for their families.
On that occasion, Dr. Kao Thach also discussed with the working group and members of the Teja Farmers Network Association as well as local authorities about the project implementation plan, recommending a clear work plan, such as preparing water sources in accordance with the actual situation, the potential of the area, and the needs of the people.
The doctor recommended focusing on selecting crops, vegetables, cattle and fish species that are suitable for the geographical conditions, water sources and production potential of the region to ensure the effectiveness, sustainability and long-term development of the project.
Dr. Kao Thach said that boosting agricultural production in refugee camps not only helps ensure food security for daily consumption, but can also create additional sources of income through the sale of products beyond household consumption, which will contribute to improving the livelihoods and reducing the economic vulnerability of the people.
At the same time, he expressed the hope that through close collaboration between the Agricultural and Rural Development Bank (ARDB), the Techo Farmers Network Association, local authorities and all relevant parties, this plan will be successfully implemented and can become a model for the development of agricultural production and the improvement of people’s livelihoods in other areas in the future.
This activity demonstrates ARDB’s continued commitment to supporting agricultural development by boosting production, creating jobs, increasing incomes, and strengthening food security, in line with the Royal Government’s policies to develop local economies and increase community resilience.
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