He said that Udon Thani had not been affected much by the virus situation, since 80 per cent of production in the province is for household consumption while the balance 20 per cent is exported.
The decision to not sell is also because the price has reached Bt16,000 per tonne, well above the price assured by the government.
“The paddy has been stored in farmers’ storages for household consumption and as reserves for a famine, which could be caused by a future drought,” the president said.