The government is considering banning imports of corn from neighboring countries

The government is considering banning imports of corn from neighboring countries

The government is considering banning imports of corn from neighboring countries during January and April 2025 to address the cross-border haze issue, said Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.

He also said related agencies are currently exploring methods to dispose of dried leaves and agricultural waste using microorganisms or repurposing them for benefits in other sectors as alternatives to burning.

Meanwhile, the budget allocated for forest firefighters can now be disbursed, and he has instructed related agencies to ensure that volunteers are properly equipped.

He stated that the government has been effectively mitigating the situation so far, but people still struggle to breathe, indicating the need for further improvement.

The concentration of toxic dust has exceeded Thailand's allowable standard of 37.5 µg/m³ in 36 provinces this morning, mostly in the north and northeast.

- The average in the north ranged between 50.1 - 182 µg/m³.

- The average in the northeast ranged between 26.5 - 87.9 µg/m³.

- The average in the central and west ranged between 23.0 - 72.7 µg/m³.

- The average in the east ranged between 13.3 - 60.9 µg/m³.

- The average in the south ranged between 17.5 - 28.0 µg/m³.

• The average in the Bangkok Metropolitan Region was between 1
• 5.4 - 35.3 µg/m³.