Nonthaburi, May 13 – The Department of Intellectual Property announced that “Nong Hiang Chonburi Jackfruit” has been registered as a GI product. It is expected to generate at least 850 million baht in revenue per year and 106 million baht in exports per year. Emphasize that after registration, GI will help push the product to be known. Add value and generate more local money
Mr. Jurin Laksanawisit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce, said that the Department of Intellectual Property Continue to strengthen farmers and local communities. Through the way of driving the grassroots economy based on Thai identity and wisdom By taking advantage of registering a geographical indication or GI to protect local community products that are unique in the area of production in each locality. create added value for the product as well as promoting the establishment of a product quality control system to build consumer confidence. and continually expanding marketing channels
Most recently, the Department of Intellectual Property has announced the registration of a new geographical indication (GI), namely jackfruit, Nong Hiang, Chonburi which is a local fruit that has been famous for a long time It is in demand in both domestic and international markets. The GI registration will increase income for farmers and local jackfruit growers. and help drive the grassroots economy to grow even more
However, Jackfruit Nong Hiang, Chonburi It looks like a large jackfruit, with thin skin, little cob, big yam, thick flesh, dry and crispy. The flesh is golden yellow, dark yellow, and orange-yellow. to orange-red The taste is sweet. The fragrance is not too strong. be unique which is planted and produced in Phanat Nikhom District Chonburi Province There are many varieties, including Thong Prasert, Malay, and Petchara. Daeng Suriya variety and golden orange varieties which can generate income for farmers in the community of more than 850 million baht per year and can be exported to foreign countries such as China and Vietnam worth about 106 million baht per year
In addition, at present, the Department of Intellectual Property has announced the registration of GI Thai products, totaling 185 products, covering all provinces across the country. Strengthen the foundation economy It also helps to improve the quality of life for farmers and entrepreneurs from being pressured by the price of agricultural products.
Source: Thai News Agency