On 4 November 2026, Associate Professor Dr. Apinun Suvarnaraksha, Dean of the Faculty of Fisheries Technology and Aquatic Resources, Maejo University, participated in the Meeting of the Council of Deans of Agriculture of Thailand, held at the Faculty of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environment, Naresuan University, Phitsanulok Province. The meeting brought together representatives from 36 higher education institutions across Thailand to strengthen academic collaboration and jointly advance the future direction of agricultural education, research, and innovation.
The conference serves as an important national platform for agricultural deans and academic leaders to exchange policy perspectives, enhance inter-university cooperation, and reinforce the role of higher education institutions in developing human resources, research capacity, and innovation to address emerging challenges in agriculture and food systems.
During the meeting, Associate Professor Dr. Apinun emphasized the importance of integrating agricultural sciences, fisheries, and aquatic resource management to foster collaborative research, technology development, and innovation among universities. Such collaboration is expected to contribute to sustainable food production, aquaculture development, biodiversity conservation, water resource management, and climate change adaptation.
Participation in this national forum is also aligned with Maejo University’s strategic vision of Intelligent Well-being Agriculture (IWA), which promotes the integration of smart technologies, agricultural innovation, and sustainable natural resource management to strengthen food security, improve quality of life, and support the development of Thailand’s bio-based economy.
The network of 36 universities represents a significant mechanism for leveraging academic expertise nationwide and creating opportunities for cooperation in education, interdisciplinary research, academic services, and technology transfer to farmers, entrepreneurs, and local communities. Through this collaborative framework, higher education institutions can play a more active role in addressing national and global agricultural challenges.
The Faculty of Fisheries Technology and Aquatic Resources, Maejo University, remains committed to contributing to this network and strengthening the role of fisheries and aquatic sciences as an integral component of Thailand’s agricultural development. Through collaborative efforts in education, research, innovation, and outreach, the Faculty aims to support the creation of resilient, sustainable, and future-ready food systems.
“Maejo Fisheries is committed to advancing knowledge, innovation, and collaboration to strengthen fisheries and aquatic resource development, support sustainable agriculture, and contribute to a secure and sustainable future food system.