The Theophane Venard School of Biotechnology, Assumption University, in collaboration with the Nonthaburi Provincial Industry Office, organized a hands-on training workshop on “Upgrading Bio-Agricultural Products into High-Value Processing Industries” on January 22–23, 2025, at Organ by Smart Nine Farm, Nonthaburi.
The program, part of the Project to Promote and Upgrade Bio-Agricultural Products (FY2025), aimed to transfer academic knowledge and practical skills to local farmers and SMEs. By applying biotechnology and the Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) Economy Model, participants learned to transform raw agricultural materials into premium products with strong market potential.
Relevant SDGs:
- SDG 1: No Poverty – Enhancing local income and reducing rural poverty.
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger – Strengthening food security through value-added agricultural products.
- SDG 4: Quality Education – Knowledge transfer and lifelong learning for farmers and SMEs.
- SDG 5: Gender Equality – Empowering women entrepreneurs in agricultural processing.
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – Promoting entrepreneurship and sustainable growth.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – Applying biotechnology and innovation in food industries.
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – Building resilience in community-based enterprises.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Promoting efficient use of agricultural resources.
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Reducing agricultural waste and environmental impact.
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – Collaboration between academia, government, and community.
The 17 Goals
