
The Thai baht has strengthened sharply against the dollar, trading near 32.6 per dollar by mid-September after hitting 31.11 in mid-August. Thai exporters complain that the stronger currency is making their products less competitive, and the government is concerned about the impact on exports.
A strong baht raises the cost of Thai exports, including some agricultural and processed products, and makes dollar-priced imports cheaper for Thai feed buyers. The currency trend matters for regional trade competitiveness rather than global grain prices.
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