Department of Agriculture Presents Progress Report on Udon Thani International Horticultural Expo 2026 to the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH)

On 28 May 2026, the Department of Agriculture held a meeting with the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) to present a progress report on the preparations for the International Horticultural Exposition, Udon Thani 2026. The meeting was attended by Mr. Leonardo Capitanio, President of the AIPH; Mr. Tim Briercliffe, Secretary-General of the AIPH; and members of the AIPH committee.

On this occasion, Mr. Rapeepat Chantharasriwong, Director-General of the Department of Agriculture, served as the chair for the Thai side, together with Mr. Rachan Sunhua, Governor of Udon Thani Province; Ms. Kanchana Thongna, Director of the Office for the International Horticultural Exposition; representatives from the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB); and other relevant agencies, who jointly attended the meeting and reported on the progress of the project’s various operations to the AIPH committee at the meeting room of the Office of the Director-General of the Department of Agriculture and via an online system (Zoom meeting).

The Department of Agriculture reported on the progress of its operations, covering infrastructure development, site preparation, management, and preparations relating to academic matters and exhibitions, as well as the plan for the next phase of work, in order to ensure that the event meets international standards within the established timeframe.

Nevertheless, the meeting remained concerned about the procurement of the Organizer, as the matter is still awaiting a review of the details by the Bureau of the Budget before being submitted to the Cabinet for consideration and approval, prior to proceeding with procurement in accordance with the regulations.

Furthermore, the Director-General of the Department of Agriculture affirmed Thailand’s readiness to drive the International Horticultural Exposition, Udon Thani 2026, with the cooperation of all sectors—including Udon Thani Province, the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), and relevant partner agencies—in order to make this International Horticultural Exposition an important stage for showcasing Thailand’s potential in horticulture, agricultural innovation, and sustainable development on the international level.