Mr. Alex Ahebwa, Mr. Kyaw Soe Win and Ms. Thi Thi Win, from Silpakorn University (SU) Phetchaburi IT Campus talked about the inappropriate and indiscriminate use of chemical pesticides which caused the undesirable effect to human’s health and environment. Using alternative method based on plant extracts not only reduced the reliance on the synthetic chemical pesticides but also promoted agricultural sustainability. Plant extracts such as lemongrass, makrut lime leaf oils and dried galangal had the potential in controlling Aspergillus sp., Fusarium sp. and Curvularia sp. which caused the grain storage and grain discoloration diseases in maize and rice. Last but not least, Mr. Brian Anderson from Chiva-Som International Health Resorts Co., Ltd. showcased his project at Krailart Niwate Mangrove Ecosystem Preservation which highlighted the significant of the partnership between the private and public sectors resulting to mitigating the degradation of the mangrove ecosystem. Assoc. Prof. Mana Kanjanamaneesathian from Faculty of Animal Science and Agricultural Technology, Silpakorn University (SU) Phetchaburi IT Campus concluded the forum by encouraging the participants to continue working on the projects which have contributed to preserve the environment. There are always ways and means to preserve this world for the next generations. In his closing remarks, Pol. Lt. Gen. Prapun Chantaim, the Managing Director of SIEP, thanked and urges all of the participants and speakers to make a contribution in conserving the environment in their respective professions. Prepared by: Mr. Kyaw Soe Win & Mr. Alex Ahebwa Rapporteurs
International Forum on Research of Natural Resources Rehabilitation, Environment and Energy
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