This research work presents the development of algorithms and programs used for classifying of white rice grains obtained from the camera by using image processing techniques. This procedure begins with improving input images converting color images to binary images by setting the threshold value automatically by using the Otsu’s method noise filter process image processing with structural elements that form a square determining the grain boundary by using the Canny’s operator determining the length of the grain by using the Euclidean’s method. Next the length results of the grains have been obtained from the decision process based on the Rice Standards of Thailand (RST) in order to receive the type solutions of tested white rice. From the testing results for 800 images it has been shown that in case of 500 images the developed program provided the mean absolute error of the grain length of 0.01 mm per grain. Moreover for testing of 300 images the developed program provided the separation accuracy of the grains up to 99.33% in term of the RST. This can be useful in determining the price of white rice in a rice mill with farmers.

This research aims to collect and analyze financial data as well as assess financial feasibility and analyze business environment for investment in rice seed production of rice community center in Muang district Phitsanulok. Primary data in financial information used in the study were collected from rice seed center and rice community center. Secondary data were collected from documents and information of both government and private agencies. The research found that rice community center in Muang district Phitsanulok gained rice seed support from the Rice Department for seed production. However there were problems in production management that were not in accordance with rice seed production standard. Therefore the center had to change it operation from manufacturer to be buyers of rice seeds for its members. Financial analysis revealed that in terms of rice seed production cost the total cost per rai was 3800 to 7500 baht depending on the method of rice growing. Income from sale could be classified as sale price per sack (25 kg) at 575 baht per sack and sales price per ton from 11000 to 15000 baht. Analysis of business environment of the community center showed that the existing condition did not support business performance. Thus the possibility of investing in rice seed production was low.

This study was undertaken to determine effect of bio-extract fermented from pig placenta and effect of wood vinegar solutions on seed germination percentage and speed of germination of 2 rice cultivars Chai Nat 1 and Sang Yod Phattalung. The experiment was conducted in factorial in completely randomized design with 2 factors and 4 replications. The first factor was ratios of the solutions to water and the second was duration for seed incubation. The results demonstrated that wood vinegar showed more positive effect on rice seed germination performances than that of bio-extract. Speed of germination was affected by an inter-action between the dilutions of the solutions and the duration for seed incubation. In Chai nat 1 experiment the seed soaked in 20 times dilution of bio-extract and subsequently incubated for 24 hrs increased speed of germination of the seed. While soaking the seed in 400 times dilution of wood vinegar and incubated for 24 hrs could enhance both percentage and speed of the seed germination. In Sang Yod Phattalung experiment soaking the seed in 50 times dilution of bio-extract and subsequently incubated for 48 hrs or soaking the seed in 300 times dilution of wood vinegar and incubated for 48 hrs could enhance both percentage and speed of seed germination. According to the results we concluded that soaking rice seed in bio-extract of pig placenta fermentation or in wood vinegar solutions could enhance the seed quality.

The purpose of this study is to observe the value information in order to set up decision making in varieties selection for from farmers in Tharua Agriculture Cooperative Ltd. of Ayutthaya Province. This research use questionnaires as the medium to collect the information from 160 target consumers. As the result of the research this can be concluded as follows; Most of the target consumers are male gender age 14 – 50 years old and educated in Primary School including rice farming worker who have earnings below 10000 baht per month. This target group is very concerning on the factor that show product’s marketing image and products as well as the price and the purchasing locations of products but not very much From the research it shows that consumers of rice seed is concerning on marketing factors as follows. The result shows that consumers of rice seed purchase the product because of the image officials products are reliable quality packaging and brand of the products. Price factors for the research we can tell that the consumers variable methods of payment available including cash credit card etc. and the prices are suitable with quality of the products. ง Purchasing location from the research it shows that consumers of rice seed is very easy to buy where to buy close to home released in the right moment. Merchandise factor as rice seed of Tharua Agriculture Co-operative Ltd. use loans in order to advertise their products which affects buying decision staff recommendation the exhibit has made clear pay more attention at the highest level. Down from a premium price tag outdoor shows. And has organized various to assist in the promotion of cooperatives. Consumers can get information on the local newspaper. And radio at least.