Thailand Explores Singaporean Vertical Farming Technology to Modernize Agriculture
Thai agricultural officials visited Singapore’s record-breaking vertical farm to study AI-driven plant production for potential implementation in Thailand.
On October 31, 2026, Pongthai Taiyothin, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives and Acting Director-General of the Department of Agriculture, visited the Greenphyto vertical farm in Singapore. According to Khaosod Online, the facility, which stands 23.3 meters tall and holds a Guinness World Record, serves as a model for closed-system plant production.
The visit aimed to study how artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced management systems can be integrated into Thailand’s own 'Plant Factory' standards. By adopting these technologies, Thailand seeks to reduce reliance on external weather conditions, allowing for year-round production and improved resilience against climate change. This initiative also focuses on providing young farmers with access to modern agricultural tools.
For residents and those interested in Thailand's agricultural sector, this move signals a shift toward high-tech food security and sustainable farming practices. The knowledge gained from this visit is expected to foster regional cooperation under the ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and Forestry (AMAF) framework. While the government intends to use these insights to develop local standards, specific timelines for the rollout of these AI-integrated farming facilities in Thailand remain to be confirmed. The project highlights a broader effort to modernize the nation's agricultural infrastructure through international collaboration.
