LOCAL WISDOM AND STRENGTHENING FARMERS NETWORK OF DURIAN GROWERS IN NONTHABURI PROVINCE

Abstract

This research is about qualitative research with the aim of 1) to study local wisdom to strengthen the network of durian farmers in Nonthaburi Province, 2) to study farmers' working processes, 3) to provide local wisdom to strengthen farmers' networks, key information from representatives, religious leaders, community leaders, district farmers and sub-district farmers. A total of 35 photos per person collected using structured interviews and analyzed the data using the 4M concept as a basis. The research found that 1) local wisdom to strengthen the network of durian farmers in Nonthaburi province is knowledge, ability and experience accumulated from generation to generation of farmers in Nonthaburi province. Effective management of durian, especially durian on, which is famous for its taste and high quality, 2) the working process of durian farmers in Nonthaburi province, from soil preparation, planting, maintenance to harvesting, marketing and distribution 3) the use of local wisdom to strengthen the network of durian farmers in Nonthaburi province. This can be done through traditional knowledge sharing and cultivation techniques, technology network development, product development and creative marketing, the creation of the Durian on brand and the support of the public and private sectors. Therefore, local wisdom strengthens farmers' networks by sharing knowledge with each other. In addition, the farmers' network will be able to build sustainable strength, which will lead to increased competitiveness in the future.