Department of Agriculture Denies Viral Lime Tree Price Claims
Thailand's Department of Agriculture has officially refuted viral social media claims suggesting that lime trees are being sold for 12,000 baht each.
The Thai Department of Agriculture has issued a formal statement clarifying that recent social media reports claiming lime trees are priced at 12,000 baht per plant are entirely false. According to Matichon Online, the department has labeled these claims as misinformation and is currently investigating the source of the viral content to take appropriate legal action against those responsible for spreading the fake news.
For residents and visitors, this clarification serves as a reminder to verify agricultural or market-related news through official government channels rather than relying on unverified social media posts. While the price of specific plant varieties can fluctuate based on rarity or market demand, the figure cited in the viral reports is inaccurate and does not reflect standard market conditions for lime trees in Thailand.
At this time, the Department of Agriculture continues to monitor the situation to prevent further confusion among the public. No further details regarding the identity of the individuals behind the misinformation have been released, and the department has not provided updated official price guidelines for lime trees. Residents are encouraged to remain cautious of sensationalist claims circulating online.
