PHNOM PENH, March 2 , 2026 – Cambodia’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) said Agriculture Minister Dith Tina chaired a meeting of the Cambodian Agricultural Forum on Monday at the ministry’s headquarters, bringing together representatives from relevant ministries and institutions, private-sector stakeholders and agricultural experts.
The forum was chaired by Agriculture Minister Dith Tina, according to a brief statement posted by the ministry.
According to MAFF, the meeting aimed to gather additional input from stakeholders across the agricultural ecosystem in order to strengthen policy development and improve the effectiveness of Cambodia’s agricultural sector.
During the event, ministry officials presented a briefing titled “Achievements of the Agricultural Sector in 2025,” outlining recent sector developments and ongoing initiatives aimed at improving productivity, strengthening value chains and expanding market access.
The presentation indicated that agriculture accounted for about 16.1% of Cambodia’s gross domestic product in 2025 at current prices, citing figures from the Ministry of Planning.
Officials also highlighted policy measures intended to support farmers and improve coordination across the sector, including financing arrangements designed to stabilize agricultural markets, expanded agricultural extension services and initiatives aimed at strengthening farmer organizations and production systems.
The presentation reported that 1,600 commune- and Sangkat-level agricultural officers have been deployed across 1,508 communes nationwide, providing technical support and field-level coordination with farmers and local authorities.
MAFF also reported progress in the development of “modern agricultural communities,” with 27 communities established across 12 provinces focusing on crops including rice, vegetables, cashew and pepper as part of efforts to strengthen agricultural value chains.
Sector indicators presented at the forum pointed to growth in rice production, rubber export earnings and fisheries output, while horticultural production recorded a decline compared with the previous year.
The Cambodian Agricultural Forum served as a platform for dialogue between public institutions, private-sector actors and agricultural specialists as the government continues efforts to strengthen productivity, expand agricultural trade and support rural livelihoods.
