Agriculture & Livestock : Regional development projects in Taungoo District

Efforts are underway for promoting economic development based on agriculture and livestock and developing Special Development Zones in Meiktila, Yamethin and Taungoo Districts, with Nay Pyi Taw as the central hub.

On Friday, Chairman of the Steering Committee for Implementing the tasks, Union Minister at the President Office U Tin Aung San, accompanied by Bago Region Chief Minister U Myo Swe Win and officials, visited Taungoo District to inspect ongoing agriculture, livestock and regional development projects.

During a meeting with departmental officials, the Union Minister emphasized promoting economic growth through agriculture and livestock farming, developing agro-based industries, expanding poultry, cattle and fish farming, and supporting local MSME businesses.

He also highlighted the importance of modern farming technologies, animal health management, water resource management, accurate agricultural data collection and sustainable urban planning. The Union Minister and party later visited paddy harvesting site, local poultry farm, rice mill, railway bypass construction project and fish farming business.

They also inspected pig farming, paper factory, dried rice noodle business, layer chicken farm, oil mill and bamboo toothpick factory.

During the visits, he encouraged farmers and business owners to improve production, maintain product quality and hygiene, use modern technologies, expand markets and contribute to local food security and economic development. He also coordinated with relevant officials to address local needs and support ongoing development activities.