THA SALA, NAKHON SI THAMMARAT, 10 September 2026 — Walailak University (WU), through the School of Agricultural Technology and Food Industry, Akkhraratchakumari Veterinary College, School of Engineering and Technology, and the Center for Scientific and Technological Equipment, implemented a project to promote sustainable livelihoods and community development among the local pig farming group in Satit Walailak Pattana Community.
During the project, the university’s academic teams presented their achievements and exchanged knowledge with local farmers in several key areas, including:
- Improving Pig Production Systems and Farm Management to establish stable and sustainable livelihoods for local farmers.
- Enhancing Pig Health Management to improve production efficiency among farmers in Satit Walailak Pattana Community.
- Developing and Testing Soil Conditioner Products derived from biogas system sludge generated by the pig farm.
- Developing Agricultural Product Standards, focusing on the management and processing of pork products to enhance product quality and value.
In addition, the project provided farmers with health education and health screening services concerning melioidosis (soil fever) and leptospirosis, helping raise awareness of potential health risks associated with agricultural occupations.
This initiative reflects Walailak University’s commitment to its academic service mission of serving society through knowledge creation and dissemination. The university believes that providing communities with access to academic knowledge, technology, and practical learning experiences enables local people to apply their acquired knowledge to their occupations, strengthen their capabilities, and continuously improve their quality of life. These efforts also serve as an important mechanism for strengthening community resilience and self-reliance, contributing to sustainable community development and reinforcing the university’s role as a driving force for the country’s social and economic development.
News by Yari Nukul Center for Academic Services, Walailak University https://cas.wu.ac.th/en/