Product Offerings
Products:
Export Documentation: Certificates of Origin (Form D/E/AJ), SME Support & Consultation, Market Research & Price Monitoring, Training & Capacity Building, Trade Events & Exhibitions
The Office of Provincial Commercial Affairs Nakhon Sawan (สำนักงานพาณิชย์จังหวัดนครสวรรค์) functions as the principal economic development and trade facilitation office under the Ministry of Commerce in Nakhon Sawan, Thailand. Strategically located in the heart of the Chao Phraya River basin, Nakhon Sawan serves as a critical inland logistics and agricultural processing hub in upper central Thailand.
Core Mission
The office is tasked with the promotion of sustainable commerce, support for SME growth, and export facilitation within the province. Through policy implementation, capacity-building programs, and real-time market data services, the office bridges the gap between rural producers, domestic retailers, and international buyers.
Services & Functions
The office delivers a comprehensive range of commercial and support services:
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Export Documentation & Trade Facilitation
- Issuance of Certificates of Origin (Form D, E, AJ, AANZ, etc.)
- Support for Free Trade Agreement (FTA) compliance
- Guidance on export licensing and documentation standards
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SME Advisory Services
- Business strategy, branding, financial literacy, and digital transformation
- Product development consulting for OTOP (One Tambon One Product) producers
- Access to government funding programs and BOI investment channels
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Market Intelligence & Price Monitoring
- Weekly commodity price tracking for rice, fish, vegetables, and fruits
- Monitoring of consumer market behavior and trade flows
- Surveys and reports for provincial and national policymaking
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Training & Capacity Building
- Workshops on e-commerce platforms (Shopee, Lazada, LINE Shop)
- HACCP, GMP, and packaging workshops for food processors
- Trade logistics and export-readiness sessions for SMEs
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Trade Promotion
- Hosting and facilitating product exhibitions, buyer-seller meetups
- Representation of Nakhon Sawan products in national and ASEAN trade expos
- Trade delegations and cross-province product showcasing
Specialisation & Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
- Agricultural Trade Powerhouse: As Thailand’s “rice bowl,” Nakhon Sawan is known for white rice, jasmine rice, organic rice, freshwater fish (from Bueng Boraphet), and tropical fruits.
- Transport Nexus: The province is a central logistics link between northern, northeastern, and central Thailand.
- OTOP Product Innovation: Strong support for local crafts, snacks, herbal remedies, and GI-certified products.
- Digital Trade Enablement: SMEs trained and transitioned to online trade ecosystems post-COVID.
Economic & Regional Impact
- Serves 1,200+ SMEs and cooperatives annually with advisory, documentation, and promotional services.
- Provincial GDP is estimated at THB 107 billion, led by agriculture, logistics, and food processing sectors.
- In 2023, trade events and expos organized by the office generated over THB 15 million in direct revenue for local vendors.
- Facilitated exports of rice and processed food products to over 10 international markets through documentation and trade support.
Target Audience
- Agricultural Cooperatives: Rice, fishery, and fruit farmer groups seeking market access and compliance support.
- OTOP Entrepreneurs: Looking for branding, packaging, and retail expansion guidance.
- Young Entrepreneurs & Startups: Engaged through innovation grants, training, and incubation.
- Traders & Exporters: Requiring documentation, FTA verification, and market linkage.
Capabilities
- Export Desk: Digitally enabled with access to e-Certificate of Origin systems.
- Training Infrastructure: Partnered with universities and vocational institutions for SME development.
- Market Data Hub: Weekly reporting and real-time dashboards on commodity pricing and supply trends.
- Event Management: Capable of executing full-scale trade fairs, B2B matching, and regional roadshows.
Certifications & Institutional Partnerships
- Certified under the Ministry of Commerce (Thailand)
- Collaborates with:
- Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP)
- Office of SMEs Promotion (OSMEP)
- Board of Investment (BOI)
- Provincial Agricultural Extension Offices
Stakeholder Testimonials
“Our GI-certified jasmine rice is now exported to three countries, thanks to the export services and training support from the provincial commerce office.”
— Representative, Rice Cooperative, Chum Saeng District
“With help from their e-commerce training, we moved from local markets to online platforms and doubled our orders during the New Year season.”
— Owner, Traditional Snack Brand, Takhli District
Major Achievements
- Launched the ‘Digital Trade for Farmers’ Program helping over 200 producers access online sales platforms.
- Supported GI registration for rice and tropical fruit varieties including “Khao Dok Mali Chainat” and “Pla Bueng Boraphet”.
- Organized the Nakhon Sawan SME Expo 2023 which drew over 10,000 visitors and 120 local vendors.
- COVID-19 Market Resilience Program: Enabled over 150 SMEs to access THB 5 million in financial recovery aid.
The Office of Provincial Commercial Affairs Nakhon Sawan is an instrumental force in advancing inclusive and sustainable commerce, helping local businesses compete on national and global stages through innovation, compliance, and strategic promotion.