NOBLE HAPPINESS ACHIEVING SUSTAINABLE AGRONOMY TO SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: ANALYTICAL PERSPECTIVES FROM CASE STUDIES OF THAILAND’S MODEL COMMUNITIES TOWARDS CONTINUE, SUSTAINABLE, AND DEVELOPMENT

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The aim of this research is threefold: 1. to gather knowledge related to the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP)towards Continuity, Sustainability, 2. to compile indicators of success factors in Sustainable Agronomy derived from the application of the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP) in the dimension of Noble Happiness from model communities, and 3. to extract lessons from organizations/model communities that have applied the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy (SEP) leading to sustainable practices aligned with health goals using SDG 16 (Peace) as a comparative measure. This will be achieved through qualitative research methods, involving the examination and analysis of data derived from documents or research, by reviewing relevant concepts, theories, and literature including data form The Community Development Department, 2022 to collected data from villages around 6 Royal Initiative Development Study Centers, a total of 145 villages, including Chanthaburi, Chachoengsao, Phetchaburi, Narathiwat, Chiang Mai and Sakon Nakhon provinces. Primary data inputs from qualified experts in related fields via focus group with 20 Key informants. The study found that model communities have three key dimensions: 1. Social aspects, such as fostering community bonds and solidarity, establishing community learning centers, and having knowledgeable local teachers within the community, 2. Economic aspects, including households effectively managing expenses to increase income, promoting the community as a tourism destination, and creating platforms for economic education to enhance income, and 3. Environmental aspects, such as sharing practical knowledge among households within and outside the village, having core organizational groups within the community for natural resource conservation and environmental protection. These three dimensions are crucial in guiding the application of the Sufficiency Economy. Philosophy (SEP)alongside the adoption of new agricultural theories focusing on water management and appropriate land allocation. This ensures farmers have sufficient food resources, addressing livelihood challenges and contributing to overall economic stability in the country.