On 29 October 2021, Faculty of Natural Resources organized the training on “SE and Idea for Promoting Community’s Product” under the STEPup project. The training was conducted in a hybrid format (on-site and on-line) and was honored by K.Takskorn Preeyanon, Chairman of CleanAgri Kuan Lang Development Community Enterprise, to be a guest speaker, in accordance with PSU STEPup team. This event was held at the training room, Faculty of Natural Resources, PSU Hat Yai Campus. #Vocational Training 1

On 2 November 2021, the PSU STEPup team organized the training for 25 participants, including lecturers and students from the Learning Institute for Everyone - มหาวิทยาลัยชีวิต (ศรป. สงขลา รุ่นปี 2563) on the topic of “DIGITAL MARKETING & TOOLS”. The training took place at the Faculty of Natural Resources together with the zoom platform. Participants were introduced to the concept of digital marketing and consumer behavior and how to link the SE concept to the agricultural sector business idea. #VocationalTraining2

PSU-SEKH and PSU’s Farmer Market co-organized a training on Food Sanitation and Food Safety at PSU-SEKH operation office, Faculty of Natural Resources, PSU on 29 April 2022. The objective of the training was to increase the understanding of sanitation and the importance of food safety. The brief concept and lectures were given by Ms. Worapat Phaikaew, PSU’s Farmer Market manager. During the training, the SE concept and sanitation standards and inspection were also introduced to the participants. #VocationalTraining3

On 12 Aug 2022, PSU-SEKH, collaborating with the Business Unit from the Faculty of Natural Resources, organized a workshop and training on the “Rearing of predatory insects - How to?” The training included basic knowledge of predatory insects and provides an understanding and adaptation of the biological control approach using predator insects. Participants also learned and discussed the development of the rearing system in the context of social business. The training was held at the operating office of PSU-SEKH during the Southern Agricultural Fair from 12-21 Aug 2022 at the Faculty of Natural Resources, Prince of Songkla University. #VocationalTraining4

The Business Unit from Faculty of Natural Resources and PSU-SEKH organized training on the “Mass production of biocontrol agents in agriculture” at the operating office of PSU-SEKH under STEPup project. The training was held on 13 August 2023 during the Southern Agricultural Fair at the Faculty of Natural Resources, Prince of Songkla University. The workshops provided fundamental knowledge about pest control and bio-products application in agriculture, including the disadvantages of chemical uses as well as how to plan and develop the biocontrol agents production to be the business. #VocationalTraining5

On 14 Aug 2022, The Faculty of Natural Resources (FNR), led by PSU-SEKH, in collaboration with the Business Unit jointly organized the training on “Rearing of predatory insects - How to?” at PSU-SEKH operating Office. This training is an activity under the STEPup project. For the participants of the training, there were SE, farmers, lecturers, and staff as well as students from PSU. Topics included beneficial insects, predator insects, and assassin bugs, understanding (beneficial and predator) insect behavior, and learning how to raise these insects. Participants also discussed and exchanged opinions with instructors on tips for raising these insects and developing the marketing plan for the business. #VocationalTraining6

On 15 Aug 2022, the 7th Vocational Training of the PSU-SEKH in collaboration with Faculty of Natural Resources and Business Unit was organized on “Acclimatization Techniques for Plants from Tissue Culture Propagation”, with approximately 20 participants. This training was aimed to provide the attendees with knowledge about plant tissue culture, acclimatization techniques, and seedling nursery from plant tissue culture. During the training, the instructor also introduced the business opportunity of Tissue Culture Propagation and its related production plan. #VocationalTraining7

On 16 Aug 2022, PSU-SEKH in collaboration with the Business Unit from Faculty of Natural Resources organized a workshop on “Mass production of biocontrol agents in agriculture” which took place at the operating office of PSU-SEKH during the Southern Agricultural Fair at the Faculty of Natural Resources, Prince of Songkla University. Participants included SE, farmers, cooperatives, interested people, and PSU students. Participants also discussed and exchanged opinions with instructors on the adaptation of the research outcome to a business plan.

The Business Unit from Faculty of Natural Resources and PSU-SEKH organized training on the “Vegetable- Let’s Grow” at the operating office of PSU-SEKH under STEPup project. The training was held on 17 August 2022 during the Southern Agricultural Fair at the Faculty of Natural Resources, Prince of Songkla University. The lecture provided the principles of the home gardening concept, the benefits of home-grown vegetables, preparation of soil and growing material, including watering approaches. Participants learned how to grow vegetable step by step with the workshop kit. Instructor also shared the experience and provided valuable advice on starting and running agribusiness. #VocationalTraining 9

On 18 Aug 2022, PSU-SEKH, collaborating with the Business Unit from the Faculty of Natural Resources, organized a workshop and training on the “Cultivation of Hed Cone Noi (Coprinopsis radiate)”. The training included general information and basic knowledge of mushroom cultivation in Thailand, cultivation of Hed Cone Noi (Coprinopsis Radiate), and the benefits of Hed Cone Noi. Step-by-step mushroom cultivation is introduced, from culture material preparation to harvesting, processing and marketing. The training was held at the operating office of PSU-SEKH during the Southern Agricultural Fair from 12-21 Aug 2022 at the Faculty of Natural Resources, Prince of Songkla University. #VocationalTraining10

On 19 Aug 2022, the 11st Vocational Training of the PSU-SEKH in collaboration with Faculty of Natural Resources and Business Unit was organized on “Cultivation of Hed Cone Noi (Coprinopsis radiate)”, with approximately 20 participants. This training was aimed to provide the attendees with knowledge about knowledge of mushroom cultivation in Thailand, cultivation of Hed Cone Noi (Coprinopsis Radiate), and the benefits of Hed Cone Noi. Participants were introduced to mushroom cultivation step-by-step, from production planning to marketing and selling. #VocationalTraining11

On 20 Aug 2022, The Faculty of Natural Resources (FNR), led by PSU-SEKH, in collaboration with the Business Unit jointly organized the training on “Acclimatization Techniques for Plants from Tissue Culture Propagation” at PSU-SEKH operating Office. This training is an activity under the STEPup project. For the participants of the training, there were SE, farmers, lecturers, and staff as well as students from PSU. Topics included plant tissue culture, acclimatization techniques, and seedling nursery from plant tissue culture. Participants also discussed and exchanged opinions with instructors on the business opportunity of Tissue Culture Propagation and its related production and business plan. #VocationalTraining12

The Business Unit from Faculty of Natural Resources and PSU-SEKH organized training on the “Vegetable- Let’s Grow” at the operating office of PSU-SEKH under STEPup project. The training was held on 21 August 2022 during the Southern Agricultural Fair at the Faculty of Natural Resources, Prince of Songkla University. Participants learned how to grow vegetable step by step with the workshop kit. The instructor also shared the experience and provided valuable advice on starting and running organic farming business. #VocationalTraining13

On October 7, 2022, PSU-SEKH, Faculty of Natural Resources host a training on “Marketing Strategy for SE Agribusiness”, with about 25 participants. The training was honored by Ajarn Kulthida SaeSoew from Hat Yai University to be a guest lecturer. Topics included marketing and business life cycle, generic competitiveness strategy, 7Ps tool of marketing, and SE case study. The Group work with sharing and discussion was conducted as the practice session. #VocationalTraining14

Parinya Burirak is the owner of the Social Enterprise Lung Yai Garden Kon Wong Plaw, which is located in the Songkhla Province of Thailand. His garden is based on an integrated farming system and agro tourism connecting 13 households in three sub districts. The cooperation leads to more agricultural solid networks. The case challenge helps gather more people and promote the program. He hopes that younger generations and their families can benefit from the training they receive in the project.
Maikrom Madeeyoh is doing his major in Animal Production Innovation and Management at the Prince of Songkla University. He is participating in the case challenge to gain experience in working with entrepreneurs and farmers. The student is excited about the cooperation and hopes to get new knowledge, and to practice working with people and under pressure.

The group leader Penporn Kwandam represents the Social Enterprise Split Gill Mushroom from Tha Kham, Songkhla, Thailand. Their goal is to support the village by increasing people’s income. Through the case challenge, she hopes to acquire knowledge and experience that helps to improve the future of the Social Enterprise and its farmers.
Miss Chalisa Sreesuk is studying Agricultural Innovation and Management in Soil Science. She participates in the case challenge to gain new knowledge and enhance her problem-solving, teamwork and time management skills. She is excited to build a network and enhance her communication and coordination skills.

The Social Enterprise of Chemical Free Vegetables and Fruits from Chana, Songkhla, Thailand, is represented by Chairman Pichet Labu. Established in 2016 by a group of farmers, they distribute safe produce for the domestic market. Through the case challenge, the Chairman expects to gain knowledge in sales and online marketing. He also hopes to transform the Social Enterprise into a learning centre. As an outcome, running the business will become more efficient and sustainable.
The Agricultural Innovation and Management student Iskanda Adulrak is participating in the case challenge to gain professional experience and help farmers in solving problems. He also hopes to improve his communication and teamwork skills and is excited about making a social media video.

Teerapong Khunphet is the owner of Bann Rai Dek Chai Khao Homestay in Rattaphum, Songkhla, Thailand. It was founded to create an extra income for people in the community by promoting the local tourism attraction, Khu Ha Hill, and surrounding villages. They aim to decrease the community’s dependency on external resources.
The case challenge helps them to build awareness about their business. The owner hopes to benefit from development and problem-solving approaches during the case challenge to attract more tourists to his homestay. Sasina Tongnim is doing her major in Agricultural Innovation and Management. She joined the case challenge to improve soft skills and gain professional experience. She is excited about going on a field trip to entrepreneurs, solving problems, and developing herself.

Manatpong Senghuad is the vice president of the Varni Community Enterprise Learning Centre in Kuan Kanoon, Phatthalung, Thailand. Varni craft has turned a small artisanal community into a creative hub that produces attractive and unique basketry designs for international markets. They joined the case challenge to promote the business and work with students. They hope to increase the community's income and solve the problem of unemployment.
Warissara Chaichana is an agricultural development student at the Prince of Songkla University. She joined in the case challenge to meet different social entrepreneurs and develop skills like adaptability, problem-solving, and teamwork. She is excited about joining an extracurricular activity and having a real-world experience.

Worapat Phaikeaw is a PSU Farmer’s Market manager. The market was established at the Faculty of Natural Resources, Prince of Songkla University as a distribution centre for agricultural products. They seek to maximize the benefits of beneficiaries, society, customers, and the environment. The market operates as a learning centre for students. Through the case challenge, students can gain new experiences and develop themselves. The PSU Farmer Market wants to be a supporting and encouraging participant in this network.
The agricultural development student Manatsawee Sae-Taew participates in the case challenge to gain new experience working with other people and social entrepreneurs. She expects to develop professional and soft skills and is excited about the field trips.