We recently got an interesting direct email from a reader of our Thinglish Lifestyle blog. As we are living in interesting times, I thought I’d share the question and answer with our readers here as it may help others in similar circumstances.

I’ve edited both the question and answer a little to protect the identity of the person posing the question.

The Question

Is it possible to grow cocoa in the northeast province of Nakhon Phanom? Is the weather favourable for Cocoa? I have rubber trees which are not so lucrative these past years and I’m looking at different crops to grow that are more profitable. I’ve been working in BKK for the last 6 years but things have drastically changed in my line of work, so not only do i need crop that supports my family but also supports my wife and I plus my Dad.

Appreciate any assistance/advice you have.

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