Lemongrass Included in Cambodia’s Export List
AKP Phnom Penh, April 28, 2020 --
Lemongrass is one of the plants included in Cambodia’s list of exported goods to international markets.

The update was shared recently by H.E. Veng Sakhon, Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, saying that Cambodia now can export its lemongrass.

The news followed Cambodia’s recent export of 0.02 tons of lemongrass to the Republic of Korea.

Though the amount of current export of the plant is low now, this is considered as a new record for the country’s agricultural exports.

Lemongrass is not only a special ingredient for food commonly used in Asian countries, but it can also be processed into beverage, medicine, cosmetics and beyond.
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at first glance thought you meant the restaurant near riverside.. i was cool w/ the owners daughter for a few. Think they sold it or something.. unsure

Cooperative bolsters local economy with lemongrass
Srun Serey Vathanak | Publication date 27 June 2023 | 21:32 ICT

In Cambodia, over a thousand farming communities play a vital role in enhancing the livelihood of local farmers and preserving their traditions. One such community, the Sambo Meanchey Agricultural Cooperative in Kampong Cham province, is making significant strides by focusing on the cultivation of lemongrass.

The cooperative, nestled in the Sambor village of Sopheas commune, Stung Trang district, has helped improve the economy of the area. With around 200 households participating, it has seen success in cultivating nearly 100ha of lemongrass.

“On average, our cooperative can produce and sell 3 tonnes of lemongrass per month which allows the community to earn 1,500 million riels on average per year for lemongrass alone,” said Chheng Thong, the cooperative’s president.

Thong revealed that markets for their products span Kampong Cham and extend to others such as Deum Kor, Neak Meas in the capital, and Prek Anchanh in Kandal province. However, the cooperative’s ambitions extend beyond lemongrass.

Although a successful crop, Thong shared that they continually diversify their farming efforts, as many local producers also grow lemongrass.

Processing lemongrass into oil is a significant source of income for the cooperative. Despite its time-consuming nature, the oil offers many applications, from treating body aches to serving as an insect repellent.
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