Chula Hosts “From Farm to Facts: Verifying the Quality of Thai Milk” Seminar

Chulalongkorn University recently launched the academic forum “From Farm to Facts: Verifying the Quality of Thai Milk” to address concerns regarding the quality of Thai milk and dairy products. The event brought together experts from the Faculty of Veterinary Science, Faculty of Science, and Faculty of Medicine, reinforcing Chula’s commitment to the principle: “When society has a problem, Chula has the answer.” 

Organized by the Faculty of Science, the seminar was held on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Sci Space, 1st Floor, Tab Neelanithi Building, Faculty of Science, Chula. Chula scholars in veterinary science, science, and medicine presented accurate and comprehensive information—from the origins of raw milk and milk production processes, dairy farming, milk collection and transport, and quality inspection ensuring cleanliness and raw material standards before processing. The session also covered common milk types and dairy products available in the market, such as fresh milk, pasteurized milk, UHT milk, milk powder, compressed milk tablets, and more. 

Experts further discussed the milk standardization process, a crucial step in adjusting fat, protein, and solid content to appropriate levels. They also explained nutrient fortification—adding vitamins and minerals to enhance the nutritional value of dairy products—as well as food additives permitted by law and the quality control measures in place to ensure consumer safety. 

Regarding regulations and relevant laws, speakers clarified production and distribution standards for dairy products, as well as labeling requirements and nutritional information to help consumers make informed choices. The seminar also provided guidance on milk consumption safety, health impacts, appropriate intake across age groups, and selecting standardized dairy products to promote public health. 

During the event, Prof. Dr. Wilert Puriwat, President of Chulalongkorn University, presented tokens of appreciation to the speakers: 

• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Kittisak Ajariyakhajorn, Department of Companion Animal Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Science 
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Inthawoot Suppavorasatit, Department of Food Technology, Faculty of Science 
• Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pantipa Chatchatee, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine 
• Asst. Prof. Dr. Chonchanok Muangnapho, Department of Microbiology, Faculty of Science, who also served as moderator 

Prof. Dr. Wilert Puriwat emphasized that: “The role of a university is not limited to education alone but also to enhancing quality of life. Milk is a product central to human development from childhood to adulthood. This initiative showcases the collaboration of three faculties—Science, Veterinary Science, and Medicine. We want consumers to understand innovations from farm (upstream) to consumption (downstream). Quality is created at every stage through interdisciplinary integration, enabling us to present facts and build trust.” 

Prof. Dr. Kaywalee Chatdarong, Dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Science, added, “The university owns a dairy farm in Kaeng Khoi District, Saraburi Province, which serves as a research site for Chulalongkorn University. It produces research outputs that directly benefit local communities. The farm also provides students hands-on training in dairy farming, disease prevention, and understanding the importance of producing high-quality dairy products for consumers.” 

Prof. Dr. Pranut Potiyaraj, Dean of the Faculty of Science, further stated, “Learning comes from real experience, not only the classroom. The Faculty of Science has a milk production factory in Saraburi where students train and develop real products. Raw milk from the Faculty of Veterinary Science is brought to our pilot food-production plant to be processed into dairy products, then tested in the Science faculty’s laboratories. This demonstrates a full-cycle model—from upstream to downstream—through integrated collaboration.” 

The full seminar is available for viewing on Facebook: Sci Chula – Faculty of Science, Chulalongkorn University 

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