Key Takeways
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Thailand is advancing in sugarcane industry development by promoting sustainable cultivation and harvesting methods to minimize burning and air pollution. This aligns with global environmental goals as sugarcane serves as a key raw material for bioplastics.
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The Ministry of Industry, in partnership with Brazilian company Braskem, is focusing on innovative technologies to increase the value of Thai sugarcane. This shift aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and support a circular economy.
- Enhancing sugarcane into a high-value resource boosts national competitiveness and is vital for environmental protection, marking an important stride towards a sustainable future for Thailand.

Thailand is entering a new era of sugarcane industry development, promoting sustainable cultivation and harvesting to reduce sugarcane burning and air pollution. At the same time, sugarcane is becoming a crucial raw material for producing environmentally friendly bioplastics.
The Ministry of Industry, in collaboration with Braskem, a leading Brazilian company, is working to develop technologies that enhance the value of Thailand’s sugarcane. The production of bioplastics not only reduces dependence on fossil fuels but also fosters a circular economy and strengthens the competitiveness of Thai businesses in the global market.
Developing sugarcane into a high-value resource not only enhances national competitiveness but also represents a significant step toward environmental protection and a sustainable future for Thailand.
For More Information : Ministry of Industry