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Seed rights split growers from farmers

Thailand is preparing to discuss adopting UPOV 1991 with the European Union as part of free trade negotiations next month, with the proposed rules drawing support from seed producers but opposition from farmer groups concerned about restrictions on s...

Women fight fires and sexism in Indonesian Borneo

KETAPANG — Housework in the morning followed by several hours of firefighting: women in Indonesian Borneo risk life and limb to battle blazes making their communities sick, all while shouldering a sexist backlash.

13 more Chao Phraya piers go under contract

The Marine Department is pressing ahead with a 200-million-baht programme to develop 29 smart piers along the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok and surrounding areas, with all due to be completed by June 2028.

NBTC board feud reaches critical stage

The board of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) has reached a crisis stage as a group of commissioners is pushing for chairman Dr Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck to step down.

Flood-hit eateries call for government support

Restaurant associations are urging the government to introduce flood-relief measures for operators affected by severe flooding.

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