Project
Agro-biodiversity (ABD) value chains

To document and share local and scientific knowledge about non-timber forest products (NTFP), the Pha Khao Lao online platform was further developed. It now includes information on biology, distribution, and possible use of over 1,400 species. This ensures the preservation and sharing of critical knowledge, providing a foundation for the development of NTFP value chains. Together with the Centre for Development and Environment (CDE) at the University of Bern, Switzerland, we have also established a new partnership with the organization Swisscontact and identified key promising NTFP production chains, for further development in 2024. Discussions are ongoing to find the appropriate home for the platform with a local institution.