Faculty of Science and Technology Holds Community Knowledge-Transfer Activity Under the Kluai Lep Mue Nang Banana Conservation and Utilization Project to Boost the Community Economy and Serve as a Sustainable Community Learning Hub, Under the “Hom Khajon Model” Concept

The Faculty of Science and Technology at Suan Dusit University held a community knowledge-transfer activity under its project to conserve and make use of the Kluai Lep Mue Nang (Lady Finger) banana variety, aimed at boosting the community economy and building a sustainable community learning hub under the “Hom Khajon Model” concept. Assistant Professor Dr. Dusit Angthararak, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology, welcomed participants and explained the background of the project.

Six specialists led sessions covering different angles of the work: Dr. Apaphan Sattayavibul spoke on developing a prototype demonstration plot with a smart control system for growing the bananas; Assistant Professor Dr. Monchai Detsangkarn covered developing a kombucha-style drink from the bananas’ flower sheaths using a chemical-free process; Assistant Professor Dr. Chanthat Wutthisatwongkul discussed developing biodegradable pots from the banana plant to cut down on production waste and turn it into a community product; Assistant Professor Dr. Wipa Thapchiangmai presented on developing antifungal active packaging from banana components to reduce waste and extend shelf life; Instructor Surapha Modsuwan led a session on processing the bananas into cosmetic products and building production standards for a community product line; and Assistant Professor Dr. Udomsak Kitthawee closed with a talk on transferring knowledge and technology for conserving and using the Kluai Lep Mue Nang banana.

The event made use of the banana-growing plots at the Safe Agriculture and Recreation Learning Center for Children in Prachinburi Province, held on August 8, 2026, at the Safe Agriculture and Wellness Learning Center, Prachinburi Province.