Economy
Thai Government Launches 'Serm Kla' Initiative to Address Milk Surplus
The Thai government is tackling a domestic milk surplus by purchasing excess supply from the Dairy Farming Promotion Organization of Thailand (DPO) to support vulnerable groups.
According to a report by Prachachat Business, Srettha Thavisin is spearheading the 'Serm Kla' initiative to mitigate a significant surplus of milk in the Thai market. The program involves the government purchasing excess milk from the Dairy Farming Promotion Organization of Thailand (DPO) to distribute as nutritional support for children and individuals with disabilities.
Beyond addressing the immediate supply-demand imbalance, the initiative encourages collaboration between the public and private sectors to provide educational materials and enhance development opportunities for these groups. The project also highlights a model involving Sansiri, which has integrated individuals with disabilities into its workforce, aiming to promote sustainable employment practices.
For residents and expatriates, this initiative reflects ongoing government efforts to stabilize the agricultural sector while addressing social welfare needs. While the program aims to alleviate the market glut, it remains to be seen how long-term supply chain adjustments will be managed to prevent future surpluses. Further details regarding the scale of the procurement and the specific distribution channels for the nutritional aid are expected to be clarified as the program progresses.