🐌 Platinum Academy: “Golden Apple Snails – Farming for Income, Cooking for Wellness”
Organized by the KMITL Lifelong Learning Center (KLLC)
As part of the Platinum Academy series, this one-day experiential learning activity explored the economic potential and culinary versatility of golden apple snails (Pomacea canaliculata)—known in Thailand as a valuable aquaculture species.
✅ Morning Session: Farm Tour & Lecture
📍 Rungtawan Golden Apple Snail Farm
Participants visited a live demonstration farm to learn about the breeding and cultivation of golden apple snails, followed by an in-depth session on farm design and management at the KLLC Learning Space (Building B, 1st Floor).
👨🏫 Led by: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rungtawan Yomla,
Deputy Dean, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, KMITL
✅ Afternoon Session: Hands-On Learning + Delicious Tasting!
📍 Apple Snail Cultivation Facility, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, KMITL
🔍 The group explored innovative farming systems for premium golden snails, and then transitioned to a culinary workshop featuring dishes made from golden apple snails:
🍞 Sweet & Savory Tastes
Apple Snail Garlic Toast – savory snack fusion
Spicy Yellow Curry with Apple Snail – traditional Thai flavor
Blanched Apple Snail with Seafood Sauce – fresh & spicy dipping delight
👨🍳 An immersive farm-to-table experience combining agriculture, nutrition, and sustainable food innovation.
📅 Date: June 21, 2023
🕗 Time: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Venues:
Rungtawan Apple Snail Farm
KMITL Lifelong Learning Center (Building B)
Faculty of Agricultural Technology, KMITL
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