Visit to the Ethnic Museum of Yunnan and the Native Chicken Museum April 21, 2025
28 April 2025
Multidisciplinary Research Institute (MDRI)
On April 21, 2025, the Multidisciplinary Research Institute of Chiang Mai University, led by Professor Emeritus Dr. Sanchai Jaturasitha, Director of the Institute and Head of the Center for Research in Food for Health, together with research members, visited the Ethnic Museum of Yunnan to study and learn about the traditional lifestyles and agricultural practices of various ethnic groups residing in Yunnan Province. The group attended a lecture that provided insights into the region’s agricultural history, quality food production practices, and health-oriented food research.
Following this, the delegation visited the Native Chicken Museum at Yunnan Agricultural University, which showcases a variety of local chicken breeds found across Yunnan. The visit included demonstrations on environmentally friendly and sustainable poultry farming techniques, highlighting the importance of preserving local biodiversity and promoting sustainable agriculture.
This visit provided a valuable opportunity for cultural and academic exchange in the fields of agriculture and food research between Thailand and China, and served as a foundation for future collaborative initiatives.