Background
On March 1, 2026, Her Excellency Chan Phalloeun, Undersecretary of State of the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries and Chairperson of the National Agricultural Institute’s Board, led a female team from the Institute to study agricultural community operations in Mondulkiri province. The visit included an on-site study of the PIDA Coffee Farm, recognized as a successful model in the province’s coffee sector.
Scope of Application
This activity pertains to the assessment and development of agricultural-industrial sectors related to coffee and cocoa cultivation in Mondulkiri province. It establishes a foundation for capacity building and specialized training for agricultural experts involved in coffee and cocoa production.
Key Provisions or Decisions
- The National Agricultural Institute’s female working group conducted a field study at PIDA Coffee Farm to assess potential and operations in coffee and cocoa industries.
- Recommendations were made by Dr. Thun Vodthana, Second Deputy President of the Senate, encouraging cooperation between the National Agricultural Institute and PIDA Coffee Farm.
- A strategic plan to organize specialized training courses for coffee expertise was proposed to enhance research and production of high-quality coffee and cocoa seed varieties locally.
- The government policy aims to transform the northeastern region into a significant economic pole by integrating coffee and cocoa as strategic crops alongside bananas, custard apples, rubber, and cassava.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
The outlined cooperative measures and capacity-building initiatives serve to encourage investment and professional development within the coffee and cocoa sectors. This contributes to improving crop yields and expanding the quality of local coffee and cocoa seeds, presenting opportunities for agribusiness stakeholders in Mondulkiri and broader northeastern Cambodia.
Official Source
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Facebook Post, March 3, 2026
