Bangkok: The Ministry of Commerce has announced the purchase price for animal feed corn for the 2025/2026 year to assist farmers and enforce regulations on collectors and factories. Buyers are prohibited from purchasing below the median price, with violators facing severe penalties. The purchase price is set between 7.05-9.80 baht/kg, depending on moisture content, and will remain in effect until July 31, 2026.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chatuporn Buruspat, Minister of Commerce, stated that following the Animal Feed Corn Policy and Management Committee’s resolution on August 28, 2025, the Ministry has officially announced the enforcement of these prices, effective from August 30, 2025, to July 31, 2026. The main aim is to guarantee produce prices for farmers and ensure fairness in trading.
The median purchase price for fresh animal feed corn (grain type, 30% moisture content) in provinces such as Phetchabun, Kamphaeng Phet, Chaiyaphum, Phichit, and Uthai Thani is set at 7.05 baht per kilogram. For
dried animal feed corn (grain type, 14.5% moisture content) at factories in Bangkok and surrounding areas, the price is 9.80 baht per kilogram. Prices in other provinces will be adjusted based on distance, transportation costs, and moisture content, as per the weight deduction table announced by the Department of Internal Trade on January 24, 2019.
If a forward contract was made before the announcement’s effective date, parties can use the agreed-upon price. Mr. Chatuporn emphasized that collectors and factories must display the purchase price and moisture reduction rate transparently. Any purchase below the median price or non-compliance with weight deduction will be an offense under the Price of Goods and Services Act B.E. 2542.
Collectors refusing or delaying purchases without cause may violate Section 30, while factories stopping purchases, limiting queues, or buying below the average price may breach Section 29. Penalties include imprisonment up to 7 years, a fine up to 140,000 baht, or both. The Depar
tment of Internal Trade has instructed provincial offices to deploy inspection teams continuously.
The announcement also covers import controls for animal feed corn and wheat in 2026 under the WTO framework. Operators applying for import permits must purchase domestic corn at a 3:1 ratio, with proof of actual purchase, complying with the median price.
“This announcement aims to guarantee farmer prices, prevent market-driven price pressure, and provide clarity to the industry. The Ministry will implement strict oversight to ensure fairness for farmers,” said Mr. Chatuporn.