Reinforcing Commitment to Delivering High-Quality Plant Varieties

Ms. Jarunee Buaboocha, Assistant Vice President of Research and Development (center).
Ms. Jarunee Buaboocha, Assistant Vice President of Research and Development (center).

Bangkok, Thailand (July 15, 2024) – Recently, Chia Tai Seed by Chia Tai Company Limited, Thailand's leading innovative agricultural company, is thrilled to announce that Ms. Jarunee Buaboocha, Assistant Vice President of Research and Development, Seed Business, has been honored with the 2024 Outstanding Senior Plant Breeder Award by the Plant Breeding and Multiplication Association of Thailand.

This esteemed award recognizes Ms. Jarunee’s exceptional contributions to the field of plant breeding. With over 35 years of experience, she has been a driving force in the development of high-quality plant varieties that have gained acclaim both in Thailand and internationally. Her notable achievements include the creation of various watermelon varieties such as Sonya Plus and Century Star, and prominent pumpkin varieties including Thong Ampai, Thong Amphan, and Thong Siam.

Ms. Jarunee’s expertise extends beyond her impressive list of plant varieties. As a leader of Chia Tai’s Research and Development team, she is dedicated to advancing agricultural innovation and sustainability. Her mentorship of the next generation of breeders ensures the continued advancement of plant breeding in Thailand.

This recognition highlights the organization’s unwavering commitment to enhancing people's quality of life on a sustainable basis by fostering agricultural innovations through quality products, services, and solutions.