To prepare for the 2026 rainy season, the Royal Irrigation Department of the Ministry of Agriculture is installing water pumps at risk points, accelerating the removal of water hyacinth to enhance water intake and drainage, and deploying drones to spray herbicides.
On 9 June, reporters reported that the Royal Irrigation Department, Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, is preparing for the 2026 rainy season by continuously removing water hyacinth and weeds in water sources to expand water capacity and improve drainage efficiency. They are also installing water pumps at vulnerable locations to handle potentially increased rainfall during the rainy season. Additionally, agricultural drones are being used to spray herbicides with the SWP.62 (RID.1) formula to improve weed control, reduce waterway obstructions, and help maintain water quality suitable for public use. This aligns with the policy of Minister of Agriculture Suriya Juangroongruangkit, who focuses on efficient water management to ensure water availability for all and minimize rainy season impacts. The Royal Irrigation Department will continue its mission to improve the quality of life for the people under all circumstances.
Regarding water hyacinth removal, initial efforts include the Buriram Irrigation Project at Nong Pla Eed Reservoir, Lahan Sai District, Buriram Province; Phetchabun Irrigation Project near Wat Srimongkol, Lom Sak Subdistrict, Lom Sak District, Phetchabun Province; Nakhon Ratchasima Irrigation Project at Huai Sub Prado Reservoir, Mittraphap Subdistrict, Sikhio District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province; Phlathep Water Delivery and Maintenance Project with water hyacinth traps at Pak Khlong Khud Lat, Hat Tha Sao Subdistrict, Mueang Chai Nat District, Chai Nat Province; Channel Maintenance Project at Kong 17 Right Waterway up to km 8+900, Phuka Subdistrict, Ban Mi District, Lopburi Province; Maharat Water Delivery and Maintenance Project at Kong 8 Left Waterway from km 20+000 to km 34+000, Ban Boek Subdistrict, Tha Wung District, Lopburi Province; and mechanical equipment from the Irrigation Office 10 at Kong 4 Left Drainage Canal, Chai Nat-Pasak 3, Bang Phueng Subdistrict, Ban Mi District, Lopburi Province.. At Kong 1 Left Drainage Canal, Maenam Noi 3, Huai Phai Subdistrict, Sa Waeng Ha District, Ang Thong Province; at Kong 6 Left-1 Right Waterway, Muang Tia Subdistrict, Wiset Chai Chan District, Ang Thong Province; at Kong 2 Left Drainage Canal, Suphan 3, Ram Masak Subdistrict, Pho Thong District, Ang Thong Province; Pattani Water Delivery and Maintenance Project at D10 Drainage Canal, in front of Tuyong Watergate, Village 5, Ban Chaeng Waeng, Tuyong Subdistrict, Nong Chik District, Pattani Province; and mechanical equipment from Irrigation Office 17 at Lomo 2 Drainage Canal, Village 4, Ban Kubelibis, Lahan Subdistrict, Yi Ngo District, Narathiwat Province.
Meanwhile, water pump installation projects include Pho Phraya Water Delivery and Maintenance Project at Village 6, Suan Taeng Subdistrict, Mueang Suphan Buri District, and Wat Bot Subdistrict, Bang Pla Ma District, Suphan Buri Province; mechanical equipment from Irrigation Office 12; Tha Bot Water Delivery and Maintenance Project at Khao Phra Subdistrict, Doem Bang Nang Buat District, Suphan Buri Province; Pho Phraya Water Delivery and Maintenance Project at Bang Phlap Subdistrict, Song Phi Nong District, Wat Bot Subdistrict, and Bang Yai Subdistrict, Bang Pla Ma District, Suphan Buri Province; and Sam Chuk Water Delivery and Maintenance Project at Krachun Subdistrict.U Thong DistrictSuphan Buri Province
Nevertheless, the Royal Irrigation Department continues to accelerate the removal of weeds and water obstructions, manage water distribution widely, and coordinate with relevant agencies to provide immediate assistance to the public. In case of need, people can contact the nearest irrigation project or call the Royal Irrigation Department's hotline at 1460.
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