The Royal Chitralada Projects
Having visited his subjects in all the regions of the Kingdom, His
Majesty the King is acquainted with their many problems and
struggles especially in agriculture occupations that are respected
as the backbone of the country. Determined to solve the
problems, His Majesty the King initiated the “Royal Chitralada
Agricultural Projects” within the compound of his residence,
Chitralada Villa.
Since 1961, the Royal Chitralada Projects have been
implementing a diverse range of activities for experimentation
and research purposes, aimed at solving various problems
concerned with agriculture. Once they yield results, the projects
are used for demonstration purposes so that those interested
members of the general public could visit and study them and
make use of the knowledge thus gained for their own purposes.
In addition, the projects operate on a non-profit basis.
In the implementation of the Royal Chitralada Projects,
emphasis is placed on implementing His Majesty the King's
initiatives called “Sufficiency Economy” that encourage the
villagers to become self-sufficient and improve their long-term
quality of life. Moreover, issues regarding optimal utilization of
the natural resources and agricultural input available in Thailand
as well as agricultural byproducts and wastes are also
emphasized. The projects rely on scientific and technological
progress in conducting studies, research and experimentation.
They are fully operational in order to promote and disseminate
the knowledge by demonstration of simple methods suitable for
individual farmers and all people who are interested