Total damage reached 33 billion baht for the rice crop, with a loss ratio of 550%. "From the farmers' viewpoint, the value of money is not really about the amount itself, but rather the timing to use the money," Mrs Chutatong says. It helps the BAAC and insured crop farmers take photos to report crop damage. These technologies can allow rice farmers who are outside the perimeter of disaster-affected areas to report primary data to the TGIA for assistance. Before talking with or giving guidance to her staff, Mrs Chutatong always considers her instructions carefully to hone a clear message.

Source: Bangkok Post July 10, 2020 23:37 UTC