On Monday, 22 June 2026, from 09:30 to 15:00 hrs, the Faculty of Technology at Khon Kaen University (KKU) participated in Thailand’s World Food Safety Day Seminar 2026. Held under the theme “From burden to solutions – safe food everywhere”, the national seminar was organised by the National Bureau of Agricultural Commodity and Food Standards under the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives at the T.K. Palace Hotel & Convention in Bangkok.

The KKU delegation was led by Assistant Professor Araya Chaoruangrit, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Technology, alongside Assistant Professor Patimakorn Klaiprasitti, Ph.D., a faculty member from the Department of Food Technology. The seminar commenced with an official opening ceremony and a declaration of intent delivered by the Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives. A key highlight of the morning session was the presentation of honorary plaques to 11 certified establishments that achieved rigorous food safety standards, followed by an educational demonstration on “Safe Food Selection Choices”.

The afternoon session featured a special keynote lecture titled “Future Food Trends Under Food Safety Standards”. Participants also viewed introductory video presentations and broadcasted highlights showcasing regional food safety activities implemented across various provinces.

Participation in this seminar underscores the vision of the Faculty of Technology as a leading organisation dedicated to driving social and commercial innovation. By actively tracking advancements in international food safety standards, the Faculty directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly regarding good health and well-being, as well as responsible consumption and production.

The valuable insights and contemporary knowledge gained from this national event will be integrated into the Faculty’s curriculum and research initiatives. This continuous alignment with global standards ensures that KKU’s academic programmes in food technology remain robust, up-to-date, and responsive to evolving global contexts.