Inspiration
His inspiration for farming stems from a deep love of nature and the joy of being surrounded by trees, soil, and water. Guided by the philosophy of sufficiency living and self-reliance, he continues the legacy of his ancestors through integrated farming wisdom.
Through hands-on practice on his own land, he realized that “agriculture” is not just about growing food for consumption but is a holistic way of life that enhances overall quality of life—covering health, food security, and household income—gradually strengthening his family’s livelihood in a sustainable way.
Knowledge / Expertise / Special Techniques
Specialized expertise in integrated farming systems.
He is highly skilled in systematically designing mixed-crop farming systems, guided by the principle “grow everything you eat, eat everything you grow”, and managing land for year-round productivity.
Highlights of Expertise:
- Balanced Land Use Design
- Implements the “Khok Nong Na Model” by allocating space for perennial trees, annual crops, vegetable plots, water use, and living areas appropriately.
- Maximizes limited land use through vertical farming, ground cover crops, and intercropping multiple species in one plot.
- Crop Diversification
- Rotates multiple types of crops such as rice, vegetables, herbs, animal feed plants, and fruit trees to reduce risks from market fluctuations or natural disasters.
- Uses tailored organic fertilizer formulas suitable for different crops.
- Integrated Livestock Farming
- Raises chickens, ducks, fish, pigs, or cattle alongside crops, using plant residues as feed and recycling animal manure into fertilizer.
- Designs water and feeding systems that are cost-effective and easy to maintain.
- Organic Fertilizer & Bio-extract Production
- Creates compost, plant-based liquid fertilizers, fermented fruit extracts, and local microbial cultures to replace chemicals, cut costs, and protect the environment.
- Shares knowledge with local villagers so they can produce their own.
- Linking Production to Income
- Plans farming cycles to ensure year-round income, e.g., selling organic vegetables at local markets, mushrooms, processed herbs, and seasonal fruits.
- Promotes value addition through primary processing such as drying produce, producing organic fertilizers for sale, or preserving native seeds
Perspective on Preserving the “Khok Nong Na” Way of Life for Future Generations
Preserving the “Khok Nong Na” way of life is not merely about maintaining integrated farming practices but also about safeguarding the mindset, lifestyle, and local wisdom that harmonize with nature and foster true sufficiency.
For the younger generation, this way of life offers a sustainable path to survival with dignity—without heavy reliance on external capital, but through self-reliance on soil, water, and labor.
Such preservation should happen through intergenerational transfer, hands-on practice, and opportunities for young people to engage, learn, and innovate. It should be seen not only as an occupation but as a “way of life” that respects nature, values resources, and nurtures balance.
Thus, “Khok Nong Na” is not just a farming method but a wisdom-based lifestyle—an invaluable heritage to be passed down, providing roots, choices, and a sustainable future grounded in sufficiency.
64, Village No. 6, Na Lao Subdistrict, Na Wang District, Nong Bua Lamphu Province, 39170
Phone 092-9585038