Reducing Hunger and Improving Lives through Innovative Agricultural Ideas and Options
What We Do at ECHO Asia
Education and Training
We provide education and training in sustainable agriculture, appropriate technologies, and community development through farm tours, short courses, intensive training programs, and hands-on apprenticeships.
Networking and Collaboration
We facilitate global conferences, workshops, and knowledge-sharing platforms, including remote consultations, to strengthen collaboration and capacity among partners.
Innovative Solutions
We produce practical development resources including print publications, technical articles, and the ECHOcommunity website offering access to training materials, knowledge hubs, and seed ordering.
Upcoming Training
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Community Seed Bank Forum
5-9 October 2026
ECHO Asia, Chiang Mai, Thailand -
Sustainable Agri-Innovation Conference 2026
15-17 October 2026
Kharghuli Hills, Guwahati, Assam -
Asian National Apprenticeship Program Cohort 3
1 November - 12 December 2026
ECHO Asia, Chiang Mai, Thailand -
Intro to Tropical Agriculture & Development (TAD) Course
2 - 7 November 2026
ECHO Asia, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Our Accommodation & Facilities
The Sala
Conference
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Conference
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ECHO Asia is committed to addressing hunger through
Innovative agricultural solutions tailored for small-scale farmers
Training programs in agriculture and community development
Networking with individuals and organizations working among the poor in developing countries
We offers sustainable food options for families and small-scale farmers across the region.
Appropriate Technology Learning Center for Agriculture
The ECHO Asia Small Farm Resource Center & Seed Bank is located in Chiang Mai, Thailand. We serve as a site for testing and demonstrating low-cost, effective, and appropriate agricultural technologies designed for small-scale farmers and families across Asia. The farm is open to individuals and organizations working in agriculture, especially those supporting communities or smallholder farmers, with the goal of promoting sustainable solutions to hunger and poverty through appropriate innovations.
