27 - 30 May 2014, Vientiane Capital

The first official launch of LAO GAP fruits and vegetable certified by the De-

partment of Agriculture, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Lao PDR. A

great opportunity to get information from the government and the private

sector on trade and commerce with Lao PDA and a special occasion to

meet with officials, farmers and operators, with a view to growing business-

es, expanding investment and negotiating with potential business partners

in Lao PDR.

Get to know LAO GAP and explore business opportunities in Lao PDR

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If you are exporters, suppliers, traders/buyers, producers in

connection with GAP certified fruits and vegetable, or just

interested in exploring business opportunities with Lao operators,

this is a great chance you should never miss!

LAO GAP is supported by the “Strengthening National Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) in Lao PDR Project” under the Lao-Thai-German Trilateral Cooperation.

LAO GAP Fruits and Vegetable Launch and Business Matching

The Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) has

developed and adopted a standard for the national

Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for fresh fruit and

vegetable in line with the ASEAN GAP standard in order

to enhance competitiveness of domestic farmers and

producers and to meet the demand of Lao and ASEAN

consumers.

The Lao Department of Agriculture, officials, inspectors

and pilot farmers have been receiving support from the

Lao Government and the “Strengthening National Good

Agricultural Practices (GAP) in Lao PDR Project,” under

the Lao-Thai-German Trilateral Cooperation, to estab-

lish a trustworthy LAO GAP certification and accredita-

tion system and bring LAO GAP certified agricultural

produce to both domestic and export markets. Through

the project, they have also received technical support

from the Thai Department of Agriculture and the Thai

National Bureau of Agricultural Commodity and Food

Standards.

After more than two years of scheme development, the

LAO GAP inspection and certification system is now in

place and functioning. There are already a number of

pilot farmer groups who have obtained LAO GAP certifi-

cation. At the same time, the Lao Government is pre-

pared to promote LAO GAP standard among farmers,

interested persons and consumers as part of national

preparation for a full integration into the ASEAN Eco-

nomic Community in the near future.

* Examples of fruit and vegetable certified for LAO GAP standard

LAO GAP Seal, certified by the Lao Department of Agriculture,

Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry

Background of LAO GAP Standard

What can you expect to gain from the event?

Knowledge of LAO GAP and its future direction

Opportunities and guidelines for doing business in Lao

Meeting with Lao DOA executives and related govern-

ment officials

Meeting with trade and investment promotion officers

Meeting with Lao operators and farmers

Site visit at the LAO GAP model farms and participation

in Lao GAP Field Exhibition and Agricultural Fair

*There is no limit in terms of type of fruit and vegetable eligible for LAO GAP certification, all kinds of fruit and vegetable can be certified.

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Economy-class air ticket (Bangkok-Vientiane direct return flight by Bangkok Airways or

Thai Airways International)

Registration fees for the “LAO GAP Promotional Workshop” and “LAO GAP

Produce Field Exhibition” participation

3-night accommodation at a 3 or 4 star hotel for

in Vientiane

Breakfast, lunch and dinner in Lao PDR

Entrance fees and traveling costs in Lao PDR

Tuesday, 27 May 2014

Depart Bangkok and Visit LAO GAP farms

07.45 Check-in at Suvarnabhumi International Airport (Bangkok- Vientiane direct flight)

13.00-16.00 Study visit to LAO GAP certified fruit and vegetable farms in Vientiane province (sweet corn farm of LAICO Company, and Aeksang village farmer group)

**Tentative Programme:

Wednesday, 28 May 2014

Participate in LAO GAP Promotional Workshop

9.00-12.00 Opening ceremony chaired by the executive of the Department of Agriculture, Lao PDR

Presentation on LAO GAP current status and roadmap ahead

Presentation on LAO GAP market information and production capacity

12.00-13.00 Lunch

13.00-16.00 Presentation on business guideline for producers and buyers, including trade and investment promotion policy in Lao PDR

Discussion on LAO GAP produce future direction and promotion and business opportunity

Thursday, 29 May 2014

Participate in LAO GAP Field Exhibition

09.00-12.00 Opening ceremony

Ceremony to hand over the LAO GAP certificate to the farmer and producers from the GAP certified farms

Forum to exchange experience of producing LAO GAP certified fruit and vegetable, with participation of representatives of farmers, the Lao DOA, agricultural extension officers from CADC and the Thai DOA

12.00-13.00 Lunch

13.00-15.00 Visit LAO GAP produce showcase and exhibition booth and view the pilot farm inspection demonstration

15.00-17.00 (Programme to be organized based on interest of the Thai entrepreneur and depending on possibilities of an advanced coordination) Meeting with potential business partners to discuss a possible joint business cooperation or visit to and appointment with other agencies

Friday, 30 May 2014

Visit major attractions in Vientiane and depart for

Bangkok

8.00-10.00 Visit to Hor Phakeo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), Si Saket Temple, Pha That Luang Stupa, and Patuxay Triumphal Arch of the Lao PDR

10.30 Check-in at Wattay International Airport

12.55 Safe arrival in Bangkok

** The proposed programme is subject to change based on changing circumstances.

Programme Participation Registration Fee is 30,000 Thai Baht (THB) which includes:

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Registration and Payment

Please transfer the registration payment of THB30,000 to

Kasikorn Bank

Account Name: GIZ Office Bangkok

Account No: 718-1-01653-6

Branch: New Ratchadaphisek Rd-Rama 4

Swift Code: KASITHBK

Please send the registration form and pay-in slip to

Fax: 02 661 9281 or Email: poomsanti.wairith@giz.de

attention to Mr. Poomsanti Wairith before 16 May 2014

For more information, please contact Mr. Poomsanti Wairith

Project Manager Training Services

GIZ Office Bangkok Phone no. (+66) 2661-9273 ext.33

Email: poomsanti.wairith@giz.de

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