Bangkok: The government is urging farmers to register and update their information to qualify for financial assistance aligned with the upcoming 2025/26 production year. This initiative is part of a broader effort to support rice farmers facing high production costs and declining rice prices.
According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Government Spokesperson Anukul Prueksanusak announced that the National Rice Policy and Administration Committee has approved a project aimed at enhancing rice production potential for the 2025/26 crop year. The program offers a financial support of 1,000 baht per rai, capped at 10 rai, to help alleviate farmers’ hardships. Eligible farmers cultivating dry-season rice are expected to receive payments by September 2025, while those growing wet-season rice will receive funds later this year or early in the 2026 fiscal year.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives invites farmers across the country to expedite their registration and update their details free of charge through designated government service channels. Existing farmers can notify officials at local district agricultural offices or through community leaders and village agricultural volunteer representatives. New farmers or those with additional plots should register at the district agricultural office where their farming activities occur. Alternatively, existing farmers can use the Farmbook Application, while new farmers can submit their details via the e-Form at efarmer.doae.go.th.
Farmers are required to present an original ID card and a copy of land ownership documents when contacting the District Agricultural Office. New or expanding farmers must also provide evidence of land use. Mr. Anukul emphasized the importance of farmer registration data in driving government policies, including disaster relief and technological advancement. He highlighted that timely registration allows farmers to access government support more conveniently, particularly during the rice-growing season. Farmers should register or update their information within 15 days after planting and no later than 60 days before harvest for most crops, and at least 30 days after planting for fruit trees and perennial plants.