The Chang Hua Man Royal Project, established by late King Bhumibol Adulyadej in 2009, is one of the newest of Thailand’s Royal Projects. Its aim is to demonstrate that economically viable crops can be grown without chemical fertilisers. It functions as a learning centre for local Thai farmers to learn about organic farming, dairy farming and harnessing wind energy. However, with rolling green rice fields, a scenic lake and an organic supermarket, the Chang Hua Man Royal Project has become an attraction in its own right.

When the King purchased the land he had a vision based on what he knew was achievable. The use of agro technology based on taking soil samples to obtain the right growing conditions combined with renewable energy from solar and wind has produced a remarkable example for the nation of sustainable and profitable land use. Perched on the hillside overlooking the project he ordered a palace to be built for his royal visits but sadly although the palace was built in 90 days he didn’t live to see it completed.