Guidelines for Enhancing the Potential of Cattle and Buffalo Transport Processes for Domestic Trade: A case Study of Cattle and Buffalo Rest Stops in Ubon Ratchathani Province.

Abstract

          This research aims to 1) study the problems in the cattle and buffalo transportation process, 2) study the solutions to the cattle and buffalo transportation process, and 3) find ways to increase the potential of the cattle and buffalo transportation process. The cattle and buffalo rest stop in Ubon Ratchathani Province is a case study. This is qualitative research using in-depth interviews with 15 key informants. The research results found that the problem of delays in transportation due to no staff on duty in the NID system on public holidays can be solved by having coordinators and completing document preparation documents outside the system. The problem of farmers not moving along the route specified by the Livestock Office in the movement permit can be solved by arranging training for staff to understand the work process and adjusting the movement permit document form to communicate correctly and to the point. The problems of cattle and buffalo being injured and falling during transportation can be solved by 1) using rubber flooring to prevent slipping and falling. 2) Tying must be locked at both the front and back with an appropriate distance. 3) Not loading too tightly. 4) Installing iron nets on both sides, the top, and the back of the pickup truck. 5) Arranging to stand in a stable position. The problems of low cattle and buffalo prices are solved by training farmers on prices, the trading cycle, and basic supply and demand. Provide knowledge on raising cattle and buffalo in limited areas so the farmers can sustainably rely on themselves. The approach to increasing the potential of cattle and buffalo transport by creating a manual for cattle and buffalo transport is divided into three areas: 1) Preparing the vehicle area, 2) Arranging cattle and buffalo on vehicles, 3) Setting transportation regulations.