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.

Udon Thani farmers decline rice sales

Most rice farmers in Udon Thani province have decided not to sell their ouput to save them for their relatives returning from other provinces due to the Covid-19 crisis and lockdown, Supot Saetang, president of the Udon Thani Rice Mill Club, said.