The Faculty of Engineering and Agro-Industry at Maejo University successfully hosted the 11th Southeast Asian Agricultural and Food Engineering Student Chapter Annual Regional Convention 2025 (ARC2025) in collaboration with The Malaysian Society of Agricultural and Food Engineers (MSAE) from February 23-27, 2025. Themed "Intelligent Agriculture and Novelty in Agrofood Industry for Wellness," the event aimed to enhance students’ academic skills through international competitions, providing valuable experiences that equip them with the knowledge and abilities to compete at a global level.
Participants
Total participants: 142
Participating countries: 3 (Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Participating universities:Maejo University
Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang Campus
Universiti Putra Malaysia, Bintulu Campus
Universiti Teknologi MARA, Jasin Campus
Universiti Malaysia Perlis
Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin
POLITEKNIK KOTA BHARU
Universitas Gadjah Mada
Andalas University
Brawijaya University
Suranaree University of Technology
King Mongkut's Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Prince of Chumphon Campus
Awards Won by Maejo University Students ?Maejo University students excelled at the event, winning 26 awards in total, categorized as follows:
ARC Maze Race (Team Competition)
Gold Medal: Apirak Panyaboon, Punyanuch Chaorenu, Napharat Khamluagtoem
Silver Medal: Kamolchat Suthisumran, Chanyauch Wandee, Kantthida Khongchroeyniwat, Suchanat Khunkaew
Bronze Medal: Oorpha Lungpan, Paemruethai Saorayawiset, Nawarat Ca-To
Interactive Poster Presentations
Gold Medal (1 award):
“Effect of Illumination and MJ-Hydroponics Nutrient Solution on Isolated Strain Plant of Wolffia Globosa Cultivation”
Prangwalee Injam, Sirinthon Sittikai, Somkiat Jaturonglumlert
Silver Medals (3 awards):
“Design and Proof of Concept for Fruit Juice Squeezing Auxiliary Device”
Kamonwan Bangpong, Thanchanok Suriyawong, Phubet Yimtim, Jaturapatr Varith
“Sustainable Plant-Based Meat Jerky Product”
Tukdanai Nualnak, Thayida Phuouet, Nathamon Khwanthai, Kornpaka Arkanit, Theeraphol Senphan
“Utilization of Ethanol Vapors Inhibits In Vitro Development of Key Pathogen Causing Anthracnose and Stem-End-Rot in 'Nam Dok Mai' Mango”
Kanokon Puraso, Phuripat Khamdet, Aunyamanee Tasai, Preuk Choosung
Bronze Medals (18 awards):
“Development of Image Processing System to Identify Dehiscence Zone Coordinates for Durian Dehusking Robotics Arm”
“Optimizing of Temperature and Time for Dried Cocoa Nibs”
“Development of a Real-Time Notification System Using Line Notify”
“Automated Corn Shelling Machine Development”
“Kinetics of Lychee Wine Fermentation and Production Scale-up”
“Bamboo Mushroom Infused Fragrant Tea Olive Beverage”
“Comparison of Seed Drying Methods of Rice and Maize Seeds”
“Anti-Corrosion Coating of Steel with Natural Rubber Latex”
“Comparison of the Quality and Quantity of Biochar Produced from a Conventional Kiln and a Modified Kiln”
“Banana Sheet Pressing Machine Design”
“Design and Development of Equipment for Water Level Control in Frozen Tuna Thawing to Reduce Wet Surface Area”
“Design of a Biomass Conveyor Belt Dryer Using a Hot Air System”
“Plasma Bubble-Activated Water”
“Study of Factors Affecting the Culture of Wolffia in Prototype Farms to Create Future Food”
“Analysis of Kinetics Model from Hot Air Drying of Bananas”
“MN Save Track”
“Effect of Water Contamination in Refrigeration Systems”
“Effects of Hot Water Treatments and Calcium Chloride on the Quality of Fresh-cut Guava (Cv. Kimju)”
Special Awards
Best Presentation Award: “Plasma Bubble-Activated Water”
Phonphong Niphoncharoenchot, Apatcha Jittriwas, Nichada Thamnao, Kanjana Narkprasom
Best Innovation Award: “Effect of Illumination and MJ-Hydroponics Nutrient Solution on Isolated Strain Plant of Wolffia Globosa Cultivation”
Prangwalee Injam, Sirinthon Sittikai, Somkiat Jaturonglumlert
A Proud Achievement on the International Stage
This outstanding performance highlights the capabilities of Maejo University students in the field of agricultural and food engineering. Their success reflects the university’s commitment to fostering innovation, technical expertise, and global competitiveness. Congratulations to all the winners!