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Congratulations to Team Kakiha Cider (Persimmon Cider) on Receiving the TED Youth Startup Grant

15 July 2026
Faculty of Agro-Industry
The Faculty of Agro-Industry, Chiang Mai University, proudly congratulates Team Kakiha Cider (Persimmon Cider) on being awarded funding under the TED Youth Startup Program, specifically the Proof of Concept (POC): Incubator Incentive Program for the Fiscal Year 2026.

The project is supported by the Technology and Innovation-Based Enterprise Development Fund (TED Fund) under the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI), Thailand.

Funded Project

Kakiha Cider (Persimmon Cider)

An innovative premium wellness beverage developed by transforming grade-drop persimmons into a high-value premium persimmon cider, promoting sustainable utilization of agricultural resources while supporting local value creation and the circular economy.

Project Team

Project Leader

Ms. Warisa Laohapensang
Master's Student, Department of Food Science and Technology, Chiang Mai University

Team Member

Ms. Sawanya Pirom

Production Advisor

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Julalak Khemacheewakul

Co-Advisor (Production)

Dr. Kamon Yakul

Marketing Advisor

Asst. Prof. Dr. Wisuwat Wannamakok

The Faculty of Agro-Industry extends its sincere congratulations to the entire team and wishes them continued success in advancing this innovative research toward commercialization, contributing to sustainable food innovation and strengthening Thailand's future innovation-driven economy.
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