From Sangyod Muang Phatthalung Rice Grains to Light Meals: Alternative Way to Generate Income Based on Self–Reliance Concept

Abstract

This research aimed to: 1) study the Sangyod Muang Phatthalung rice farmers’ knowledge needs regarding light meals, 2) provide the training workshop on making light meals from rice produce, and also 3) evaluate satisfaction and outcome of the training workshop. Donnood village, Khuan Kanun sub-district, Khuan Kanun district, Phatthalung province was selected as the research area. Primary data were collected using several tools and methods: a structured questionnaire, an unstructured interview, a focus group discussion, a natural conversation, a field note, a recording, and a non-participant observation from the Sangyod Muang Phatthalung rice farmers. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and manifest content analysis. The results revealed the following findings. 1) the Sangyod Muang Phatthalung rice farmers needed knowledge regarding light meals, i.e., making crispy cracker (Khao Kriab), fruit juice rice cracker (Khao Tan), rice chip with cereal, and pancake. 2) There were 4 learning stations using demonstration and explanation given by the keynote speakers, and learning by doing. 3) the Sangyod Muang Phatthalung rice farmers were most satisfied with the overall training workshop ( = 4.62 ± 0.28). Among the satisfaction level on the training workshop aspects, the aspect of benefits received was ranked the highest in terms of average rating ( = 4.84 ± 0.24), followed by the operation ( = 4.63 ± 0.29), and the keynote speakers ( = 4.50 ± 0.39), respectively. In addition, the aspects concerning happiness received from the training workshop was ranked the highest average rating ( = 4.94 ± 0.25). The training workshop was evaluated three months later. It was found that all Sangyod Muang Phatthalung rice farmers applied knowledge to make light meals for eating in their household. Furthermore, they transferred their knowledge and experience to other people. The related government agencies could benefit from the application of these research findings to enable development planning of training workshop to generate income of the Sangyod Muang Phatthalung rice farmers.