Farming, climate, energy and the natural world. · 273篇文章
Cambodia’s agricultural sector is experiencing a strong rise in cashew production, making the country one of the world’s key suppliers of raw cashew nuts (RCN). In 2024, Cambodia produced approximately 850,000 metric tonnes of RCN, marking a 21% year-on-year increase. Cashew plantations now cover around 580,000 hectares, with expansion plans expected to bring this figure…
Banteay Meas district in Kampot province has achieved a groundbreaking milestone as Cambodia’s first “smoke-free” district. On January 16, local authorities announced that residents have entirely shifted from using charcoal or wood for cooking to cleaner energy sources such as electricity and gas. This transformation was spearheaded by the Netherlands Development Organization (SNV) in partnership…
A new $6.5 million landfill in Banteay Meanchey province has officially opened, marking a significant step forward in environmental management and sanitation for the region. Spanning 11 hectares, the facility in Serei Saophoan town’s Kampong Svay commune is designed to operate until 2040, serving approximately 130,000 residents across several communes, including Makak, Kampong Svay, Preah…
Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet has reiterated that the agriculture sector remains a cornerstone of the nation’s priorities. Speaking this morning at the inauguration ceremony of new infrastructure in Bun Rany Senchey Damnak Trayoeung village, Kravagn district, Pursat province, the Prime Minister emphasized the Royal Government’s unwavering commitment to addressing agriculture-related…
Cambodia’s fisheries sector is at the forefront of sustainable development, demonstrating how ecosystem protection and community livelihoods can coexist. Recent efforts under the EU-funded CAPFISH Capture programme exemplify this commitment, showcasing innovative strategies to support local communities while conserving aquatic habitats. In early January, a delegation from the Fisheries Administration (FiA) of the Ministry of…
The Heritage Group has announced its acquisition of a majority stake in Khmer Green Charcoal Co., Ltd. (KGC), a pioneering Cambodian enterprise transforming agricultural waste, such as coconut shells, into sustainable charcoal products. The deal, revealed on January 15, underscores both companies’ commitment to sustainability and environmental progress. Established in 2012, KGC has been a…
Cambodia exported approximately 651,000 tonnes of milled rice to international markets in 2024, reflecting a slight decrease of 0.7 percent from 656,000 tonnes in 2023, according to a report from the Cambodia Rice Federation (CRF). However, the Kingdom’s rice export earnings surged to US$491 million, marking a 5.3 percent increase from the US$466 million generated…
Cambodia witnessed a remarkable surge in the export of key agricultural products during the first eleven months of 2024, showcasing the sector’s expanding contribution to the national economy. The primary agricultural products exported during this period included rice, bananas, mangoes, cassava, cashew nuts, corn, pepper, and tobacco. According to an official report from the Ministry…
On Wednesday, January 8, Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet welcomed a courtesy visit from a delegation representing the Cambodia Rice Federation (CRF) at the Peace Palace.
It was a sight to behold. A team of biodiversity experts from NatureLife Cambodia recently spotted 22 Sarus Cranes at the picturesque Lomphat Wildlife Sanctuary (LWS) during a routine monitoring session. The sighting, which included eight young cranes, was spread across seven different locations within the sanctuary. “This surpasses all previous counts at the Sanctuary,…
Cambodia’s Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF), HE Dith Tina, recently met with Ms. Choi Moonjung, Country Director of KOICA Cambodia Office, to discuss a significant grant aimed at improving the nation’s agricultural extension services. The meeting took place earlier this week in Phnom Penh. The initiative, titled “Building an Integrated Agriculture Extension-Education-Research Nexus…
Cambodian Minister of Environment Eang Sophalleth and Japanese Ambassador to Cambodia Ueno Atsushi presided over the signing ceremony for a Japanese grant assistance project between the Ministry of Environment and the Embassy of Japan. The agreement focuses on the reuse of Japanese waste collection trucks in 10 districts and cities across seven provinces in Cambodia.…
On the afternoon of December 17, 2024, His Excellency Tho Jetha, Minister of Water Resources and Meteorology, welcomed Ms. Tania Meyer, Country Manager for the World Bank (WB) in Cambodia, and her delegation during a courtesy call at the Ministry’s office. The meeting focused on discussing development priorities, addressing challenges, and reinforcing collaboration on water…
